What Is American Whiskey Scholar?
We talk with Colin Blake, co-creator and instructor of American Whiskey Scholar (AWS), about a new approach to American whiskey education. Colin explains what American Whiskey Scholars is, why the program was created, and how it aims to make whiskey knowledge functional rather than simply academic.
Keep readingMichael Lee on Texas Blues, BB King & The Wartime Limousine
We chat with Michael Lee, of the soul and blues band Michael Lee & The Wartime Limousine, ahead of the group’s album arriving Oct. 30. Michael talks about growing up in Texas, discovering the blues, sneaking into Dallas blues clubs as a teenager, and so much more.
Keep readingHow heirloom corn shaped 10 years of Jeptha Creed bourbon
Jeptha Creed’s Joyce Nethery joins us to talk about the Kentucky distillery’s first decade and the story behind its 10th Anniversary Bourbon. Joyce shares how Jeptha’s use of heirloom corn has shaped its whiskey, why the distillery brought nine of its heirloom corn varietals together for a Solera-aged bourbon, and what’s next.
Keep readingKinsley on music, vulnerability & her debut EP “Learn to Live”
Kinsley talks about about her journey into music and the story behind her debut EP Learn to Live, which arrives September 25. Kinsley talks about growing up between California, Texas and Tennessee, her early love of poetry, discovering songwriting, and finding an audience through her intimate “Midnight Sessions” on YouTube.
Keep readingBlake Layfield on Maker’s Mark, innovation and more
At the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown, we catch up with Maker’s Mark Master Distiller Blake Layfield to talk about innovation, how that works at Marker’s Mark and more.
Keep readingMatt Koziol on his $10 Guitar, “90 Proof” & songwriting success
Matt Koziol is back on Bar Conversations for his second appearance on the show. The country artist and songwriter talks about growing up in New Jersey, Elvis’ influence, buying his first guitar for $10, recording his first demo at 15 and so much more.
Keep readingKentucky Bourbon Festival sets 2027 dates
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival announced next year’s festival returns to Bardstown on Sept. 16-19, 2027.
Keep readingLarrikin heads down under at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival
Larrikin’s new Australian Series is here. It’s exclusively available at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival this weekend. This limited collection was created from just six barrels of 11-year-old Old Elk bourbon. The same cask-strength bourbon — 51% corn, 15% rye, and 34% malted barley — gets three distinctly different finishes.
Keep readingOnoleigh talks “Love Bomb,” Nashville & finding her voice
Onoleigh joins us to talk about her journey from a small town in Illinois and a career in social work to pursuing music in Nashville. She shares the moment she decided to take the leap, her early days playing Broadway, her EP First Rodeo, and the experiences that shaped her.
Keep readingKentucky Bourbon News: Sazerac Expands, Never Say Die Comes Home and Jeptha Creed Celebrates 10 Years
Roundup: Sazerac expands Kentucky footprint with Garrard County acquisition; Never Say Die bringing its transatlantic bourbon story to downtown Lexington; Jeptha Creed celebrates a decade with Rodney Atkins concert.
Keep readingDan Alley on Nashville, No. 1 Hits & “Keepin’ On”
Country singer-songwriter Dan Alley joins Bar Conversations to talk about his journey from growing up in a musical family in Ohio to becoming a Nashville songwriter and recording artist. Dan shares stories from playing local bars as a teenager, moving to Nashville, and learning from legendary songwriters.
Keep readingThe Woods on ‘Same Boat’, their Nashville Journey & harmonies
The Woods joins us for a wide-ranging chat about music, friendship, songwriting, and the unlikely paths that brought Dan O’Rourke, Raquel Cole, and Leland Rooney together. The trio discusses forming during the COVID lockdowns, their three-part harmonies, musical influences, growing up in different places and the story behind their name.
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