Catoctin Creek Distilling Co. and heavy metal rock band legends GWAR are back for the second annual release. Jack Daniel introduces Small Batch Special Release Coy Hill High Proof in 375ml bottles. Stellum Spirits introduces Stellum Black specialty blends.

I know you've missed it, but the roundtable is back for another big show talking about spicy topics.

This 6 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $70 MSRP.

Master Taster Jackie Zykan steps away from Old Forester. King’s County Distillery has been served a cease-and-desist letter by the Irish Whiskey Association. Bardstown Bourbon Company’s newest Collaborative Series with Plantation Rum

Toasted barrels are all the rage right now, but why?

This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $135 MSRP.

Pursuit United has been crowned “Best Bourbon” at the 2022 John Barleycorn Awards. Is bourbon losing popularity to tequila and mezcal? WhistlePig has launched two new bottled-in-bond whiskeys.

Trey Zoeller joins the show once again to reflect on the past 25 years.

This non-age stated whiskey is 100 proof and $33 MSRP.

Heaven Hill broke ground on a $135 million distillery called Heaven Hill Springs Distillery, Wilderness Trail announces the release of first 8-year bourbon, Playboy is releasing their first bourbon called Rare Hare 1953 Anniversary Edition

Luke Castle makes his return to the show but not to talk about being a bourbon enthusiast but to talk about his new endeavor taking ownership of Ace Spirits

This non-age stated ready to drink cocktail is 84.4 proof and $150 MSRP.

The TTB proposes removing all standard bottle sizes for spirits, A new Guinness Book of World Records has been set for the largest bottle of whisky ever sold, J. Rieger & Co. recently released its first bottled-in-bond straight bourbon whiskey.

We talk about the secret to finding great bourbon, but at the same time, what are the fatal flaws people make when hunting

This non-age stated whiskey is 125 proof and $100 MSRP.

Spotify accidentally advertises Wild Turkey on every podcast in a bad way, Jim Beam launches Hardin's Creek, and Dixon Dedman announces his highly anticipated next creation 2XO.

Brandon Smith joins the show to talk about how he is building a digital strategy at Bardstown Bourbon Co. We talk about how to gather data and develop A/B testing to figure out which digital ads work. But we also talk about platforms and influencer engagement to encompass the realm of digital trends.

This non-age stated bourbon is 100.6 proof and $50 MSRP.

Evan Williams Single Barrel is being removed nationally and we've got an exclusive with Heaven Hill spokesperson, Josh Hafer, Freddie Noe has been given the title of 8th generation Master Distiller, $150k in stolen bourbon has been recovered and thieves have been arrested.

We get lots of random emails. So I thought, how great would it be to have an episode where we give free consultation advice?

This 12 year old bourbon is 96 proof and $120 MSRP.

Kentucky Bourbon Festival Tickets Go on sale, Longbranch and McConaughey launch the Wonder What If Campaign, Goose Island Bourbon County Stout Enters the NFT space.

David Coors joins the show to talk about the family business and going from a just beer company into a full beverage enterprise. David has a deep connection with whiskey that spans back to his childhood and he is spearheading the next phase of company expansion by releasing their first ever collaboration whiskey, along with Bardstown Bourbon Co, called Five Trail

This non-age stated rye is 115.2 proof and $70 MSRP.

A new state of the art $72M contract distillation facility will be built in Elizabethtown, KY, Buffalo Trace is fighting backlash from local residents of Peak's Mill as bourbon warehouse expansion begins, and Jack Daniel's introduces Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey and Jack Daniel’s Triple Mash Blended Straight Whiskey

A few weeks ago on TWiB we talked about Barton 1792 closing the doors for tours indefinitely, but now we get to speculate. Was this because Sazerac feels they can't make it stand up to the current standard people expect of tours? Or was it a way to put all their eggs into turning the distillery into a workhorse for it brands? The Virginia ABC moved to a new randomized system for their allocated bourbon releases. We examine what they got right and what they got wrong. Lastly, we know people are starting to build their own bourbon bars, but what's something you need for your bar that is not bourbon?

This 13 year old bourbon is 121.2 proof and $545 MSRP.

Heaven Hill will build a new $135M distillery in Bardstown, the American Craft Spirits Association elects an all female board of directors, and Chattanooga Whiskey announces its Founder’s 10th Anniversary Blend.

Alex Koral is the Regulatory General Counsel for ShipCompliant by Sovos, a pioneer in the space of alcohol beverage delivery and making sure companies stay compliant since every state is different. We ask why wine gets a lot more slack than spirits when it comes to shipping and what is keeping that back.

This non-age stated bourbon is 111 proof and $90 MSRP.

The Virginia ABC moves to a new randomized and confusing system for allocated bourbon, Independent Stave Company to open $30 million mill in Arkansas, and Orphan Barrel announces the release of Fable & Folly.

Danny Kahn join us once again to talk about a few topics that we're all interested in hearing about. We cover the 1792 barrel program, then we take a hard left turn talking about yeast for a bit, so if you love the science behind bourbon, make sure to pay attention. and we end up going through a tasting and talking about the 2022 release of Thomas S Moore.

This 20 year old rye is 100 proof and $500 MSRP.

Eboni Major, former blender at Bulleit is now suing Diageo, Barton 1792 Distillery suspends all tours, and Sweetens Cove launches Kennessee.

You can't run away from it... NFTs have now become the buzzword of 2022. Non-fungible tokens, or better known as NFTs was a prediction of mine at the end of 2021 but moreso looking into 2023. I didn't really think they would catch on this quickly and be adopted by so many in the whiskey industry. Now we are seeing the largest brands dip their toes into the water but do you understand what all this means?

This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $70 MSRP.

Our resident law expert, as he dives into why E.H. Taylor Despised George T Stagg and more bourbon stories from his book, Bourbon Justice.

What determines the value of a limited edition bourbon? Are holiday bottles a gimmick?

This 5 year old bourbon is 88 proof and $40 MSRP.

Three of the nation’s leading trade associations create ShipMySpirits coalition, Belle Meade Bourbon is being discontinued, and another Wild Turkey 101 bottle change is coming.

In part 2, Kathleen talks about her own successes in the industry from going on the road and leading the bourbon tastings herself to eventually have her own batch of Booker's named after her.

This 4 year old bourbon is 103.6 proof and $100 MSRP. 

It's This Week in Bourbon for March 25th 2022. American whiskey tariffs finally come to an end, Sotheby's broke a new record for American Whiskey at auction fetching US$1.63 million, and Michter’s will be waiting until 2023 to release its 10 Year Bourbon.

Kathleen DiBenedetto is the Sr. Director, Premium Seed Brands but has had a near 30 year career span at Beam Suntory. And one of her first jobs was working alongside Booker Noe.

This non-age stated bourbon is 91.4 proof and $100 MSRP.

Bourbon and Straight American whiskeys hit a new high for cases sold for the first time in over 40 years, House Bill 500 passes the Kentucky House, and Castle & Key is releasing their first ever small batch bourbon.

Many of you are listening to this show and you're starting to build your collection of bourbon. But when should we stop?

This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $100 MSRP.

House Bill 500 Passes to legitimize the KY barrels selection process, Buffalo Trace OFC 1982 is being released in a 6L bottle in the first ever NFT auction, and Heaven Hill Releases TWO 17 year old bourbons.

Pritzker Acquires Bardstown Bourbon. Can cooperages keep up pace? When will bourbon prices increase?

This 2.5 year old whiskey is 90 proof and $50 MSRP.

Russian-made alcohol is the latest target in the growing backlash, Kentucky Cooperage announces a $4.1M expansion, and Woodford Reserve releases their 2022 Kentucky Derby bottle

Tawnie Gootee has been at Heaven Hill for nearly 30 years and has done it all and she gives us the low down on the quality control process at Heaven Hill.

This 12 year old bourbon is 120.2 proof and $70 MSRP.

MGP has begun a $12 million barrel warehouse expansion, Beam Suntory's global net sales were up and the company is looking at raising prices, and Old Forester releases the third installment of The 117 Series – 1910 Extra Old

Everyone has a different answer when it comes to the question of "how much influence does the barrel have on the whiskey?". Is it 20%? 90%? 70%? Our guest today is going to help us get closer to finding that magic number.

This non-age stated bourbon is 90.8 proof and $60 MSRP.

Two new pieces of legislature have been introduced to save barrel picks, Louisville Slugger Museum is getting into bourbon tourism, and Portland's Eastside Distilling will release its first ever Maraschino Cherry Whiskey.

Refills, counterfeits, and bogus bourbon. It's the unfortunate reality that we live in right now.

This 6 year old bourbon is 100 proof and $80 MSRP.

The TTB has published part 2 of it's modernization plan for labels, The US Treasury releases it's report on "PROMOTING COMPETITION IN THE ECONOMY" and it's big news for booze, Green River launches its flagship Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Heaven Hill's acquisition motives, What happens when a face of the brand leaves?, and top places to visit in Kentucky on Bourbon Community Roundtable #65

This 13 year bourbon is 93 proof and $100 MSRP.

Heaven Hill Acquires Widow Jane and FEW Spirits, Bulleit Doesn't Have Enough Bottles, Rabbit Hole Unveils Starlino Rye Whiskey

The contributions of African Americans in the distilling industry has largely gone unnoticed and unrecognized for a long period of time.

This non-age stated bourbon is 80 proof and $35 MSRP.

Malted Barley Shortage Hits Bourbon Distilleries, Law Makers Push Privatization of Liquor Sales, Chattanooga Whiskey Release Islay Scotch Cask Finish

Bourbon and whiskey runs deep in Central Kentucky, but so did one of the largest marijuana manufacturing and trade rings in history.

This 17 year old bourbon from Preservation Distillery is 108.3 proof and $600 MSRP.

Mellow Moments Cuts Back on Birthday Gifts. Japan now recognizes "Bourbon" and "Tennessee Whiskey" as distinctive products of the United States. Buffalo Trace launches their first NFT with 6L bottles

Rye whiskey production had a historic past in the northeastern states, especially Pennsylvania and Maryland. And now Sagamore Spirit based in Baltimore is bringing rye whiskey back.

This non-age stated bourbon is 109.1 proof and $60 MSRP.

Bulleit retained its position as the bestselling American whiskey in the World's Best Bars. Are Basil Hayden And Old Grand-Dad The Same? UFC's Dustin Poirier is launching Rare Stash Bourbon.

Sazerac implemented NFC tags in this year's Thomas H. Handy. Is this the boost the bourbon market needed? Is this setting up bourbon for more of a collectible market? How do you define hunting? Let's hear some 2022 predictions!

This 6 year old finished bourbon is 120.8 proof and $90 MSRP.

Beverage Dynamics Gives 11 American Whiskey Trends To Watch in 2022. Tennessee ABC arrests someone for trying selling Pappy Van Winkle through a Facebook trade. WhistlePig launches a non-alcoholic whiskey called PiggyBack Devil’s Slide

When I got a text message that said "Hey, do you want to have Brad Paisley on your show?" I couldn't resist jumping at the chance.

This non-age stated rye is 95 proof and $100 MSRP. 

Looking back at 2021 Direct To Consumer Shipping Wins and Losses. 7 Drinks Trends to Watch in 2022. Heaven Hill announces changes to their morning bottle releases

It's no secret that we're big fans of Finger Lakes Distilling since it's one of the crucial components in Pursuit United.

This 10 year old rye is 92.8 proof and $170 MSRP.

The Kentucky Bourbon Benefit has raised over $3M for Tornado relief. The Heaven Hill vs Log Still court battle for the Dant name has come to an end after 9 months. Let's talk a little more about United Rye since it's now only available on store shelves

Every year we try to do something different for Christmas that's not really focused around bourbon.

This non-age stated bourbon is 90 proof and $40 MSRP. 

The Kentucky Bourbon Benefit will take place to support Kentucky Tornado relief. Buffalo Trace adds NFC chips to Thomas H. Handy foils. A. Smith Bowman is releasing a 15 year rum finished bourbon .

It's another jam packed Bourbon Community Roundtable as we discuss the latest trending topics of the past few weeks.

This non-age stated bourbon is 95 proof and $45 MSRP.

Four Roses opens a new and newly renovated 15,000-square-foot visitor center. According to new research by IWSR, we’re slowly but surely becoming a nation of craft spirits drinkers. Stellum™ Black: a limited-release premium expression is announced

What happens when you bring 5 of the top distilleries together and have them each provide two of their best barrels?

This non-age stated bourbon is 80 proof and $50 MSRP.

Over the last 10 years, as it relates to counterfeit alcohol, a WHAS11 story found no arrests have ever been made. Four new distilleries have been added to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour. Barrell Craft Spirits is releasing their Gold Label Bourbon

When we typically talk about building a distillery, we usually think of things like stills, mash tanks, and where to store all the grain.

This 5 year old bourbon is 115.5 proof and $75 MSRP.

Pursuit United Rye has been bottled and is coming soon. A semi-truck of Jack Daniel's overturned in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Frey Ranch Distillery announces their single grain series.

Now I have to admit, I remember the first time I heard of Blue Run Spirits and I had my reservations

This non-age stated bourbon is 100 proof and $40 MSRP.

Buffalo Trace announced that it will be dropping the word “Jr.” from Stagg Jr. Drizly shares the data collected for gift-giving whiskeys. Old Elk Infinity Blend is the best blend created by Master Distiller Greg Metze.

We've taken a bit of a hiatus, but we're back and we've got two topics that are hot.

This non-age stated bourbon is 109.2 proof and $295 MSRP. 

DC Police Officers Ship Jack Daniels and didn't know it was illegal. Sagamore Spirit releases their first 4-Year-Old 100-Proof Bottled in Bond Maryland Distilled Straight Rye Whiskey. Baker's Bourbon introduces Baker's Exclusive Selection.