Wheel Horse Whiskey Reviewed
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.
Keep readingDamn Tall Buildings on The Universe Is Hungry, busking & being independent
Bluegrass-folk trio Damn Tall Buildings released their latest album The Universe Is Hungry this fall. We sit down with Avery Ballotta to talk about growing up in Montana, early musical influences, and how a love for music—and the fiddle—started at a young age.
Keep readingPreviewing the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration
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 events.
Keep readingInside the future of American Whiskey with Lofted Spirits’ Pete Marino
In this episode, Pete Marino, President of Lofted Spirits, 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 tradition while still evolving.
Keep readingJeremy Pinnell on Decades, songwriting & Kentucky Roots
Country singer-songwriter Jeremy Pinnell talks about his new album Decades, life growing up in Northern Kentucky, and the influences that shaped his music.
Keep readingTravel. Explore. Drink Bourbon | Rare Releases & Bold Proofs
Brandon and Jonathan are back exploring the Travel. Explore. Drink Bourbon mindset—where vacations, discovery, and trying new pours go hand in hand.
Keep readingKelsi Mayne talks new music, vulnerability & life beyond country music
We sit down with country singer-songwriter Kelsi Mayne to talk about her latest singles “Someone Who Knows” and “For The Record,” and the winding road that’s shaped her career.
Keep readingInside Trackside Distilling with Jade Peterson
We caught up with Jade Peterson of Trackside Distilling at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown to try their pours and talk about launching a new whiskey brand, why he chose chocolate malt, and what’s next.
Keep readingJon Wolfe on Barstool Therapy, Juan Lobo Tequila & Hitting the Road
We catch up with country artist Jon Wolfe as he returns to the show to talk about his most personal project to date, Barstool Therapy: Session One, which is out now. Jon opens up about the winding road that took him from a finance degree and the oil industry to the heart of the Texas…
Keep readingPotter Jane White Dog Review
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.
Keep readingCraig Beam on returning to bourbon & Jackson Purchase’s first release
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.
Keep readingHunter Metts on A Crater Wide, Weathervane & going all-in on music
We sit down with indie-folk artist Hunter Metts to talk about his new EP A Crater Wide and the journey that took him from a musical childhood in Nashville to finding his artistic voice after American Idol. Hunter reflects on growing up in a creative family, stepping away from music to pursue software development, and…
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