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Neat & Mixed from Hops & Spirits

Greener Side Podcasts

Whether you like it neat, mixed or in a cocktail, we"re talking all things bourbon (and bourbon adjacent). We sample a variety of expressions on our Flight Nights with different brands and ask plenty of questions about events, brands and so much more on our We"ve Got Questions series. Find more Neat & Mixed at hopsspirits.com.

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00:35:23

What makes Duck Club Bourbon different? McCauley...

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2026/02/17

We chat with McCauley Williams, co-founder and CEO of Duck Club Bourbon, for an inside look at building a modern whiskey brand in a competitive market. McCauley shares his path into the spirits industry, the experiences that shaped his approach to brand-building, and how the idea for Duck Club evolved from concept to fast-growing label. He also discusses how his partnership with Riley Green came together and why it made sense for the vision behind the brand.The conversation dives into Duck Club’s

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00:37:12

Tasting Bardstown Bourbon + Green River | Flight...

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2026/02/11

We’re joined by Dan Callaway, Master Blender and Vice President of Product Development at Lofted Spirits, for a Flight Night exploring four different pours — Bardstown Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Bardstown Bourbon Rye, Bardstown Bourbon High Wheat, and Green River Full Proof. Dan shares his unique journey from professional musician and certified sommelier to leading product development for Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling, and explains what drew him to Bardstown in 2018 as

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01:28:31

Pizza, Bourbon & Single Barrels | Inside Goodfellas &...

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2026/01/27

We’re joined by Eric Boggs and Alex Coats, owners of Goodfellas Pizzeria and Wiseguy Lounge, for a Flight Night that blends New York–style pizza and bourbon. We explore their path into the restaurant business, why New York–style pizza became the foundation of Goodfellas, and how bourbon naturally became part of the brand’s identity as they expanded across multiple states.We also dive into the creation of Wiseguy Lounge, how they curate an approachable yet impressive bourbon list, and what they look

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00:19:52

Three Chord Flipside Triple Wood & Strange Collab review

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2026/01/22

We try Three Chord Bourbon Volume 2 by breaking down two (of their four) releases that showcase the brand’s refreshed look and music-driven storytelling. Dropped in summer 2025, Volume 2 marks a new chapter for Three Chord, pairing bold finishes with artist collaborations that tie bourbon and music together.We dive into Flipside Triple Wood, a blend of 4-7 year old bourbons aged in new charred American oak barrels, then finished in a mix of new and used toasted French and American oak barrels for

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00:30:01

Supporting Your Favorite Bourbon Brands | Reviewing...

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2026/01/14

We explore what it means to support your favorite brands, even during moments like Dry January, by taking a closer look at three unique bourbons — Tradewater Single Barrel, Sagamore High Rye Bourbon and Copper & Cask Cigar Blend.We review the Tradewater Kentucky Straight Bourbon Single Barrel, a find by Brandon on the shelves. We also dive into Sagamore High Rye Bourbon, the brand’s first straight bourbon whiskey with a high-rye mash bill and six years of aging. Rounding out the episode is

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00:22:40

Wheel Horse Whiskey Reviewed

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2026/01/07

We explore where New England craft meets Kentucky bourbon with a deep dive into Wheel Horse Whiskey’s latest releases — Barrel Proof and Baltic Porter Beer Barrel Finish.We break down the brand’s first-ever barrel proof small batch, a 5-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon bottled at 112.6 proof, offered at an approachable $40 MSRP. We also dig into Wheel Horse’s innovative Baltic Porter Beer Barrel Finish, created in partnership with Narragansett Beer, where four-year-old Kentucky bourbon spent an

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00:26:10

The ultimate bourbon weekend? | Kentucky Bourbon...

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2026/01/02

In this episode, Andrew Varga—founder of the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction and Celebration and co-owner of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery—dives deep into the vision behind one of the most ambitious bourbon weekends in Kentucky. Set for Fe 13-15 in Louisville, the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction and Celebration is designed as a multi-day experience rather than a traditional festival, bringing together legendary distilleries, rising bourbon makers, exclusive releases, and chef-driven culinary

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00:35:05

Inside the future of American Whiskey | Lofted...

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2025/12/30

In this episode, Pete Marino, President of Lofted Spirits, shares an inside look at his unconventional career path—from PR and consulting to Molson Coors and ultimately leading one of the most influential operations in American whiskey. Pete talks candidly about what surprised him most when he entered the whiskey world, how he balances building brands like Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River while supporting custom distillation partners behind the scenes, and where the category must protect

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00:32:48

Travel. Explore. Drink Bourbon | Rare Releases & Bold...

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2025/12/24

Brandon and Jonathan are back exploring the Travel. Explore. Drink Bourbon mindset—where vacations, discovery, and trying new pours go hand in hand. In this episode, we dive into three releases that highlight unique mash bills, high proof character, and global finishing styles: the Louisiana Senator Bourbon: The Huey P. Long Release, the first in an 8–10 year vertical series bottled at 107 proof; the hard-to-find Frey Ranch 5 Grain Single Barrel, featuring all five grains distilled together at a

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00:03:51

Launching Trackside Distilling

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2025/12/17

We caught up with Jade Peterson of Trackside Distilling at this year’s Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown to sample their pours and talk about the launch of his new whiskey brand. Jade shares what pushed him to start Trackside Distilling, why he made the bold choice to use chocolate malt in the mash bill, and what's next for the brand.

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00:02:50

Potter Jane White Dog Review — New Distillery at the...

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2025/12/12

We tried Potter Jane Distillery’s White Dog at this year’s Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown. As a brand-new distillery launching in 2025, Potter Jane brought some unique early pours to give bourbon fans a first look at what they’re building.

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00:14:20

Craig Beam on returning to bourbon & Jackson...

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2025/12/10

We caught up with Craig Beam of Jackson Purchase Distillery at this year’s Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown to talk about his return from retirement, how the distillery got its start, and the story behind their Batch #1 Full Proof Bourbon. Craig shares what brought him back into the industry, what makes Jackson Purchase’s approach unique, and what fans can expect next from the distillery.

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00:03:09

Dark Arts Whiskey Review

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2025/12/05

We hit one of the busiest booths at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown to review a pour from Dark Arts Whiskey House.

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00:02:43

Reviewing Remington Reserve

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2025/12/01

We tried the Remington Reserve “Open Season” Bourbon from Log Still Distillery at this year's Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown.

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01:19:59

Inside New Era Whiskey: 3 Single Barrels Inspired by...

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2025/11/21

We sit down with Zane Brammell, co-founder of New Era Whiskey, for a flight night featuring three Kentucky-inspired single barrels: Nature’s Crossing at Natural Bridge (115 proof), Dark Wonders at Mammoth Cave (113.8 proof), and Magic Moonbow at Cumberland Falls (115 proof).Zane shares how he fell in love with bourbon, launched his first single-barrel club in 2022, and how that passion grew into New Era Whiskey. We dig into why their releases are named after iconic Kentucky state parks and how the

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00:06:37

Silk Velvet Whiskey Is Back — How the Hargis Family...

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2025/10/30

At the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown, we chat with Zach and Zeb Hargis and master distiller Jacob Call to talk about the revival of Silk Velvet Whiskey. They share how the Hargis family brought Jacob on board, what inspired the return of this historic brand, what people can expect from the new Silk Velvet pours, and what’s next for the team

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00:56:20

McKenzie Whiskey Flight Night: Bourbon, Rye & Pot...

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2025/10/21

We sit down with Collin McConville, Head Distiller at Finger Lakes Distilling in New York, for a flight night featuring McKenzie Bourbon, McKenzie Rye, and McKenzie Pot Still Whiskey.Collin shares his path into distilling, what drew him to Finger Lakes, and how the NYS Farm Distillery Bill helped kickstart New York’s craft spirits scene. We dig into the region’s grain-to-glass approach, the patience behind their 4+ year aging process, and how McKenzie balances American tradition with Irish

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01:15:10

Tasting 2XO with Dixon Dedman: The Art of Double...

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2025/10/10

It's a Flight Night with Dixon Dedman, American whiskey blender and founder of 2XO Whiskey, as we sip through the American Oak, Vinyl Blend, and Gem of Kentucky expressions. Dixon shares the story behind his family’s bourbon legacy—dating back to his great-great-grandfather, who founded Kentucky Owl in 1879—and how that heritage shaped his path from reviving Kentucky Owl to creating 2XO.We dive into the art of blending and the signature “Two Times Oak” process that defines every 2XO release

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00:16:44

The Story Behind Olta Whisky: Blending Cultures,...

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2025/10/10

We sit down with Selene Nestor, founder and CEO of Olta Whisky, to talk about how she’s redefining what it means to craft whiskey with a Mexican soul. Inspired by her daughter’s Mexican and Irish heritage, Olta blends tradition, innovation, and ancestral corn to create a whisky that honors both cultures.Selene shares how her background in hospitality and co-founding the Hispanic Restaurant Association led her to launch Olta, why she chose whisky over tequila or mezcal, and how double distillation

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00:39:41

Patrick Davis on Songwriters in Paradise Bardstown,...

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2025/09/17

Songwriters in Paradise founder and singer-songwriter Patrick Davis talks about his incredible career writing songs for top country artists and how he turned a passion for music into Songwriters in Paradise. Patrick shares his journey from early influences to creating unforgettable songwriter experiences in Napa, Cabo, Healdsburg, the Bahamas—and now Bardstown, Kentucky.Plus, we dive into what makes Songwriters in Paradise Bardstown unique, from the carefully curated lineup and intimate performances

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