This episode is about as fresh as I can get. After going away for the weekend, I got home and within minutes I was in the studio, with 3 brand new unopened bottles, and I was recording. I start out by taking one for the team by tasting a new RTD that has a big name behind, before I get to the good stuff. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am talking about my week. I learned a little bit about myself, met some interesting people, and most importantly, I took a few days off from drinking and social media to cleanse my body, mind, and soul. Finally, I end up tasting some great Heaven Hill stuff, including my own barrel project. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

This is part 2 of my conversation with my friend Kat about the nuts and bolts that go into making film. Along the way we drink some interesting Gins. Then Kat treats me to a wrap party tradition. Hopefully this changes the way you look a film a little bit. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am joined by my good friend Kat to talk about the nuts and bolts and how the sausage is made in the world of film. And since no 2 films are exactly alike, I decided on drinking Gins in this episode, since no 2 Gins are alike as well. It's a good time with a lot of interesting information. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

After last week's almost melt down, I needed a good week, and I got one. But then I recorded the podcast and talked about, only to have my computer crash and I lost almost all of the episode. So with this episode I try to recap some of the things I talked about. I also add the segment of the original podcast that I managed to save. Sorry it's a shorter episode, but hopefully you enjoy it anyway. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

Bourbon hunting has started to ho too far for me, and this past week 2 different scenarios played out that almost made me quit being a part of the Spirits industry. Almost. On this episode I share those stories while drinking what is sadly, one of the most overlooked brands of American Whiskey, George Dickel. I definitely get a little off the rails by the end. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

We survived a snowstorm and St Patrick's Day, and now it is time to move on to warmer weather. On this episode I dive in to some summer sipper, starting with a comparative tasting of some hard seltzer/vodka soda/Tequila soda, and after I survive that I dive in to an assortment of interesting Mezcals. By the end I am ready to be outside grilling, playing corn hole, and having drinks with friends. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

I don't remember the last time I was this excited for an episode of TNT. I am tasting 2 offerings from what is my new favorite craft distillery, Middle West out of Columbus, Ohio. One of the bottlings may be my new absolute favorite Rye for sure. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

Tis the season for the wearing of the green, my least favorite holiday, St Patrick's Day. At least it give me an excuse to drink some good Irish Whiskey, and that is what I am doing on this episode. Also I share my experience of getting to see Howie Day live at Glenpharmer Distillery. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

Everytime I drink Makers Mark, I ask myself the same question, why don't I drink more Makers Mark. Hopefully after this episode you will be exploring that same question. Today I am talking about an amazing lunch I had at Smoke Shop BBQ in Boston, where I got to meet and have a conversation with Rob Samuels from Makers Mark. It was a perfect day indeed. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

Learning how to navigate the store brand private label bottle led me to discover a couple of interesting bottles that it turned out that I actually knew who made them. And knowing that information, I knew they were going to be good, and I was correct. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am sharing some tips and tricks on navigating the minefield of a big box national chain spirits retailer, and thier private labels. All while tasting some of the better bottles these private labels have to offer. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am tasting a Whiskey that I have been looking forward to trying for a while, the Suntory AO World Whiskey. It's a Whiskey that is a blend of Whiskies from distilleries that Beam/Suntory owns from 5 different countries. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode, I am reminiscing about 24 hours that I spent in Boston. In these 24 hours I got to experience many of my spiritual passions, including music, food, art, culture, and of course spirits, mainly Japanese Whiskies, which is what I am drinking on this episode. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am tasted a boxstore private , the Grangestone Highland Single Malt Scotch, with some interesting mixed results. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I talk about Bourbons that people are hunting, and what they are overlooking on the shelves every day. I also talk about the news of the week, and some of the things I've been doing while enjoying spirits. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

I don't remember the last time I was this excited to taste a bew product. On this episode, I am joined by my friend Peter as we taste through a line up of French Brandies unlike anything we have ever tasted. Maison Monteru from France produces single varietal and cask finished Brandies that are unique and absolutely stunning. These are the kind of bottles that excited me and inspire me to continue on my spirits journey. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

On this episode I am diving in to some vary interesting samples that you guys have been kind enough to share with me. While I am drinking, I talk about what's going in the Spirits World, some things that I have been watching, and a very cool app that I discovered. All while being a little under the weather. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode of TNT, I am tasting 2XO Bourbon. 2XO is a brand created by Dixon Dedman, the person who revived the Kentucky Owl brand, before setting out on his own. What makes this episode special is that I am tasting it with Dixon myself. The Bourbon is fantastic, but the stories and insight into Bourbon are even more amazing. Hopefully you enjoy this as much as I did. And if you did, well then you know the deal. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

Here we are, Season 3, episode 3, and on this episode I am tasting spirits that we given to me as gifts from you guys. It is truly a podcast for you, by you. I also give a rundown of the latest news in Spirits World and share some thoughts on the future of some of things in the Spirits World. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I do a quick tasting of 2 fantastic Cristalino Tequilas, one from 1800 and one from Gran Centenario. It's a nice way to pretend it's summer while the snow is coming down. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am joined by my long time friend Katrina to discuss the book In The Weeds from her perspective as some who works in the film industry. Along the way we taste some spirits inspired by the book and Anthony Bourdain. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am joined by my friend Peter as we taste yet another, limited release "allocated" Whiskey, High N Wicked. Peter also brought a bottle of Hard Truth with him for bonus comparison tasting. In the end, regardless of the Whiskey, it's just always nice to share a drink with friends. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

I'm baaack. Welcome to season 3 of the podcast, and just like the beginning of season 2, I am starting out talking about my hero Anthony Bourdain and a book called In The Weeds. It was written by Tom Vitale, who directed over 100 episodes of his TV shows and was basically his right hand. It doesn't get more personal than that. Along the way I am also tasting spirits inspired by the book and Bourdain himself. It feels good to be back. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

It's been a long time,but I am back, and ready to be better than before. On this bonus episode before season 3 begins, I talk about some of the things that made me contemplate quitting the podcast, and what inspired me to keep going. Spoiler Alert, it was mostly you guys that are listening. Thank you for that. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. For anything else you can reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I'm celebrating Scotchtober by doing a beer and a Shot. I'm tasting Buchanan's 12 year Master Blend Blended Scotch along side my favorite style of beer, a Scotch Ale from Founders Brewery, Dirty Bastard. The 2 are a perfect pairing, especially on a cool fall night. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I share a glimpse into the conversations I have with sales reps in the Spirits World when they are trying to sell me on thier products. First is my conversation with Chattermark Distillery from Charleston, Mass, then Taconic out of New York, and finally Independent Bottler Douglas Laing from Scotland. All around good conversations were had, and some things ended up making it in to the store. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am celebrating Scotchtober by tasting Single Malt Scotch from 2 of Scotlands most historic distilleries, Glenlivet and Glenfiddich, but not just any old bottlings, I am tasting Rum finished offerings from both. It combines the joy of drinking Scotch on a cool fall night with some od the flavors of summertime. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

This is my conversation with Jeff Duckhorn, Master Distiller from Redwood Empire. We talk about the short history of the brand, its rise to an almost cult status Whiskey brand, and what the future holds for Redwood Empire. We also discuss some of the other projects that are happening at the distillery, such as Benhams Gin and some other cool Whiskies. This may be the highlight of my Spirits life. I cannot thank Jeff enough for taking the time to do this with me.

It's Thursday and I'm getting ready for the weekend by celebrating Scotchtober with 2 Single Malt Scotchs from my favorite region of Scotland, the Highlands. First up is Royal Brackla, the first distillery allowed by the King to use the word Royal. Then I taste Glen Garioch (pronounced Glen Geery). The fall brings us perfect Scotch drinking weather, and these 2 a perfect for drinking. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode of Thursday Night Tasting I am joined by my friend Peter and we taste a player in the ever-growing American Single Malt category, Old Line out of Baltimore, MD. The Whiskies are fantastic and Tasting them with friends make them even better. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

After surviving Bourbon Heritage Month, I took a few days to myself and did some apple picking. That inspired me to taste a bunch of Apple Brandys, including Lairds, which is actually America's original and oldest spirit. Fall, in New England with Apple Brandy, what could be more perfect. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On the last Bourbon focused episode of Bourbon Heritage Month, I do a quick outdoor tasting of 3 different Bourbon bottlings from my friends at Redwood Empire. And they are all fantastic. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I continue celebrating Bourbon Heritage Month by reminiscing about the day I spent at Heaven Hill Distillery, and making a case for Heaven Hill being held in the same regards as Buffalo Trace and Jim Beam. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On today's podcast I am celebrating Bourbon Heritage Month by tasting Bower Hill Bourbon, a bottle I picked up on a recent weekend getaway to New Hampshire. It cost me $40, and apparently it beat Pappy in a blind tasting a few years ago,so I had to give it a shot. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I continue my trib down Bourbon memory lane by reminiscing about my day at Four Roses, while drinking Four Roses, very late at night. I may have been a little punchy while I recorded this one. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

On this episode of Thursday Night Tastings I celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month by asking the question, in a battle of Uncut Unfiltered Bourbons from Heaven Hill, Buffalo Trace, and Jim Beam, who wins? The answer is all of us. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month by reminiscing about my day at the Jim Beam Distillery, and making a case for Jim Beam being held in the same regard as Buffalo Trace. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating.Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am celebrating Bourbon Heritage Month by tasting different vintages of Old Rip Van Winkle to see if there is any variation. It was a really just a good excuse to open up a good bottle. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month with the first of four episodes on historic distilleries that I have visited in Kentucky. This episode focuses on the first placed I ever visited there, Buffalo Trace. Its a chance for me to taste some of the fantastic Bourbons proced there and reminisce about my day there. It you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

On this episode I am joined by my good friend Peter, and we taste some amazing Tequila from Don Fulano. But before that I taste Kokomos Cristalino Anejo. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

As summer draws to a close and Bourbon Heritage Month approaching, I take a spirits trip to Mexico to bridge the 2. Plus I talk about some of the latest news in spirits, and share my opinion on the new Game of Thrones spinoff. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

This episode was inspired by a recent conversation I had with a friend who never thought that he would enjoy drinking Rum. It reminded me of the great Rums from Grander that are made specifically to appeal to a Whiskey drinker. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating . Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

It's hard to believe that this is already episode 29, the journey so far has been incredible. On this episode I keep it going by taking a journey around the world, the world of Whiskey that is. I am tasting 5 Whiskies from 5 different countries that you might not even produced Whisky. This is definitely one for the adventurous drinker. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

We all know great Bourbon and Rye can be made in Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee. But on this episode I taste great Bourbon and Rye from Wisconsin. Expand your mind, Expand your palate. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

This episode epitomizes my unscripted, unfiltered, unedited, and unprepared nature. I stated out with no topic for this episode, and ended up talking about how this podcast came to be in existence. It turned out Tobe a lot of fun for me, so I hope you enjoy it as well. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.

On this episode of Tuesday Night Tastings I taste two titans from Jim Beam, Bookers and Little Book. Both Whiskies are fantastic and definitely live up to the hype. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers

This summer has been a scorcher and this week we are in the peak of it. While it may be too hot to be drinking high proof Whiskies, this may be the perfect time to find a home on your bar for a lower proof Bourbon. I taste 5 of them that could easily be part of any collection. If you like what I am doing here go to the podcast page and follow and give it a rating. Follow on Facebook and Instagram where you can leave comments and reviews. You can also reach me at [email protected]. Cheers.