Dusty and Wayne return to the podwaves after a brief hiatus/sabbatical with a brand new episode!  The whiskey up for review is a two for one, Basil Hayden Rye and Dark Rye.  Long-time listener and second time caller Brian phones in and consfuses everyone.  We also have the privilage to ask the man himself, Mr. Merideth Basil Hayden Sr., 20 questions in a new segment called "20 Questions with a Famous Person".  Theres also whiskey filled chocolates from Andalusia Whiskey Co., a Christmas themed Quickdraw, and much much more!!

Tasting Notes -

Rye (Exclusive Release) - Nicely balanced yet not quite achieving the rye punch we were looking for.  Although once again Basil Hayden comes through with a very flavorful 80 proof whiskey.  Like its bourbon contemporary, the Rye has a lot to offer with strong but suble hints of orange, ginger, and perhaps a sprinkling of baseball mit leather, and thats not a bad thing. 

"...i've never had it." - Caller Brian

"A beautiful rye finish." - Wayne

Dark Rye - Not just a clever name, it's dark, and delicious.  If you like port then you will certainly be pleased with this new product from Basil Hayden.  The rich bitter raisiny sweetness of the California port is  a nice juxtaposition to the spiciness of the rye.  Best enjoed with an ice cube after dinnner.

"It's almost refreshing!" - Wayne

"I'm going to pour a little bit more." - Dusty

Revue de Bourbon Podcast - Basil Hayden Rye

Did you know Thomas Jefferson's home, Monticello, has 13 skylights? Want to learn more about our 3rd President and have fun with bourbon?........ You came to the right spot! On this fact-filled episode of Revue de Bourboon Wayne & Dusty share their honest thoughts on three selections from the good folks at Jefferson's Bourbon.  Brian calls into the show as our very first guest caller....... it may also be the last.  Wayne wraps up the show with his presidential knowledge in a bang-up round of "Quickdraw!"   

Wagon's....................East!!!

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Revue de Bourbon Podcast: Jefferson's Bourbon

On this episode of Revue de Bourbon we revisit the infamous Van Winkle family! Last year we were able to write a blog with tasting notes (see below), this year we are coming at you LIVE from Corner Restaurant & Bar at Aloft Hotel in downtown Louisville, KY.  Bourbon enthusiast and spirit mix-master Matt Burlingame joined us for the second time on the show to share his thoughts and grievances toward people who order Pappy 23yr. with ginger beer.  Matt also serves up a new twist on an old favorite called the "Bourbon Reviver" cocktail.  Tasting notes and cocktail recipe listed below, see you on the podwaves!

 

The Bourbon Reviver –

            1.5 oz. Wild Turkey

            1 oz. Lillet Blanc

            1 oz. Fresh Lime

            1 oz. Grand Marnier

            ¾ oz. Honey Syrup


Tasting Notes:

Old Rip Van Winkle 10yr. – A dry initial spiciness, honey, nuttiness, lemon peel, long finish with slight corn, very good

 Van Winkle Special Reserve 12yr. – Even and smooth from start to finish, vanilla, quick finish, typical smooth wheat profile, hints of sweet earthy flowers

 Van Winkle Family Reserve 15yr. – Beautiful color and nose, rich molasses, vanilla, buttery leather, finish lingers with warm oak notes. 

 Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13yr. – Not a typical rye, fresh morning dew nose, fruity, blackberry, and dark chocolate. We enjoyed this the most, largely unnoticed amongst the Van Winkle family.

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Revue de Bourbon Podcast: Pappy Van Winkle LIVE!

Did you know that for every year that passes bourbon grows another year older?  This is just one of the many revelations discovered on this episode of the Revue de Bourbon Podcast!  We are taking the scenic tour down bourbon highway and you'll be sitting shotgun.  Get your cameras out, coming up on your left is a 20 year old Barterhouse by Orphan Barrel.   A few miles past that on your right will be a Mellow Eagle, those are rare! Strap in and suit up, time to ride....

Revue de Bourbon Podcast: Barterhouse by Orphan Barrel

The RDB train is rolling back into town a-snortin'-and-a-fussin'!  On this exciting episode we review a really really really really old bourbon, Rhetoric by Orphan Barrel 20yr.  Daryll Campball from Liquor Store comes back to chat about business and where he sees the industry trends heading.  Dusty concocts a cocktail loosely called the "carmel apple sucker".  This and much more from Dusty & Wayne!

Revue de Bourbon Podcast: Rhetoric by Orphan Barrel

Let's keep this Rye train a rollin' all night long! On this episode of Revue de Bourbon we cover Russell's Reserve 6yr Rye by Wild Turkey.  It's no secret this is one of Waynes favorite distilleries so we feature a cocktail using the rye called the Cynar Totonto.  Wayne explains a hangover.  Quickdraw is an all "Russell" theme, and Dusty talks about hate mail.  This and much more on the Revue de Bourbon Podcast!

Revue de Bourbon Podcast - Russels Reserve Rye

On this episode of Revue de Bourbon Wayne falls ill and guest host Frank del Franko steps in to chat with Dusty.  Our featured bourbon is John J. Bowman by the A. Smith Bowman Distillery.  But you can't talk about Johnny J. without bringing up the Buffalo Trace Distillery and their common bond.  We do a blind tasting of other whiskies with the same mashbill and see how they stand up.  Frank del Franko lets us know what's in his liquor cabinet.  Also, Dusty deliveries some whiskey news you probably don't know about.  It's all about the John J. Bowman (1/3)Virginia (2/3's Kentucky) Straight Bourbon Whiskey.  Sit down, strap in, and lock down, the Revue de Bourbon train is leaving the station!