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American Single Malt Whiskey is now officially recognized as a distinct whiskey category by the federal government—the first new addition in over 52 years! The TTB’s landmark decision, effective January 19, 2025, establishes clear standards for American Single Malt, ensuring authenticity, protecting producers, and elevating its global reputation. In this podcast, whiskey expert Tom Fischer sips some Town Branch American Single Malt with Dave Bob Gaspar, National Brand Manager at Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company.. They discuss the profound impact of this historic recognition while looking at the specific rules that define this category. They also explore the serious work of the American Single Malt Whiskey Commission (ASMWC) to accomplish this. Founded in 2016, the ASMWC has worked tirelessly to establish, promote, and protect this category, with nearly 100 member producers across the U.S. Additionally, more than 250 distilleries across the country are producing at least one American Single Malt, underscoring the category's remarkable growth and widespread adoption. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

WhistlePig The Boss Hog XI: The Juggernaut is a limited-edition, 13+ year-old rye whiskey finished in the world’s first Thandai barrels, seasoned with hand-selected spices from India. Part of a highly sought-after collection, this release brings an exotic flavor profile with saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and more. In the first-ever live review of the release from WhistlePig’s farm in Shoreham, Vermont, bourbon expert Tom Fischer joins WhistlePig’s Head Blender Meghan Ireland and Distiller Mitch Mahar to explore the tasting notes and the unique process that brought The Juggernaut to life. Full story on this link. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Cohiba's Cigar Blender Sean Williams and Bourbon Expert Tom Fischer chat live for a cigar review of the 2024 Weller by Cohiba Full Proof Cigar. This limited-release cigar features a US Connecticut broadleaf binder, aged in Weller Full Proof Bourbon barrels, and is paired with Weller Bourbon for a distinctive tasting experience. Dive into their expert insights and explore more on their Masters Series through CigarWorld or at BourbonBlog.com/series. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer visits the birthplace of bourbon whiskey regulations and parts of Kentucky's state constitution? Yes, you can soon tour Louisville's Oxmoor Farm! Opening in June 2024, this historic site is a must-see when you visit the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Kentucky's largest private library with 10,000 books where you can also enjoy tastings and cocktails featuring the new Oxmoor Bourbon Whiskey. In this podcast, Fischer interviews and tours with historians Shirley Harmon and Tim Knittel at Oxmoor Farm and the new Oxmoor Bourbon Company. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

We are the first to chat with Cohiba's Sean Williams about the new Cohiba Serie M Reserva Roja Cigar for 2024. In this cigar podcast, Cohiba's Sean Williams and bourbon expert Tom Fischer try this limited edition Cohiba Serie M together pairing it alongside whiskeys and spirits: Bhakta Bourbon Whiskey 2014, Buzzard's Roost, Peerless Double Oak Bourbon, and Bhakta Vintage 1979 Armagnac. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

As Bruno Mars gears up for his headline performance at the Trifecta Gala in Louisville, during Kentucky Derby 150 week, we are sharing Bourbon expert Tom Fischer's recent interview with Grammy-winning songwriter and record producer Phil Lawrence - who performs and writes with Bruno Mars. Learn more about the Bruno Mars performance and Trifecta on this link. Listen to this podcast recorded after Bourbon & Beyond 2023 as Phil dives into upcoming ventures and projects including his work with siblings (Dee Dee Lawrence and Shane Lawrence) in "The Lawrences". The Trifecta Gala, organized by Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman for the 150th Kentucky Derby, supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana, celebrating community and mentorship --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer invites Hud Mellencamp, Levi Collison, and Hard Truth Head Distiller Bryan Smith for a first-of-its-kind conversation on the origins of Mellencamp Whiskey Company. They talk about the collaboration with Indiana's Hard Truth Distilling Co., showcasing a limited series of whiskeys, each adorned with a painting by musician and artist John Mellencamp. The new release, Mellencamp Whiskey Farmer's Reserve, is a blend of sweet mash bourbon and rye finished in Amburana casks, revealing rare flavors from Indiana's farmers. As a new era of the Mellencamp family name begins, building a reputation for incredible whiskey, this is the first time the three founders have been interviewed like this. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

On this Bourbon podcast, a whiskey tasting and interview feature Savage & Cooke’s first-ever bottled-in-bond bourbons: Howling Mob and Bloody Butcher Bourbons, crafted from heirloom California corn. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Master Distiller Jordan Via explore these limited-production whiskeys, both produced grain-to-glass at Dave Phinney’s Mare Island, California distillery near Napa. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer reviews all three Hard Truth Bourbon Whiskeys alongside Master Distiller Bryan Smith as they chat live from the Nashville, Indiana distillery. Hard Truth Distilling Co's new releases include Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon, Hard Truth Sweet Mash Wheated Bottled in Bond Bourbon, and Hard Truth Sweet Mash Four Grain Bottled in Bond Bourbon. While all three Bourbons are uniquely sweet mash whiskeys, two of them are made following the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Alice in Chains fans...listen as Bourbon whiskey expert Tom Fischer talks with founder and distiller of FEW SPIRITS Paul Hletko. In this whiskey podcast, they taste and chat about the 2023 reissue of All Secrets Known Bourbon Whiskey, a collaborative masterpiece from FEW Spirits with rock band Alice In Chains. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Raj Bhakta, founder of Bhakta Spirits and also well-known in the spirits world for being co-founder of WhistlePig. Joining us live at Griswold Campus in Vermont, they taste and discuss a selection of rare spirits, including the Bhakta 1928 blend, a rare blend of Rye, Calvados, and vintage Armagnac, and other unique selections like the 1963 Armagnac, 1990 Rum, 2013 Bourbon, and 1973 Armagnac. Raj Bhakta shares his journey of helping innovate and excite enthusiasts in the Armagnac category with Bhakta Spirits. He reveals insights into transforming Green Mountain College into The BHAKTA-GRISWOLD Campus, a hub for spirit enthusiasts and whiskey education. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Tasting and mixing new cocktails with legendary bartender Dale DeGroff. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer tastes with Dale and chats with him about his spirits brand called DeGroff Spirits including the New World Amaro and Bitter Apertivo. Stories from New York's iconic Rainbow Room and Hotel Bel-Air, plus learn about Dale's favorite cocktails and predictions for cocktail trends in 2024. DeGroff is the acclaimed author of award-winning books, 'The Craft of the Cocktail' and 'The Essential Cocktail.' --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Join us in a whiskey huddle as we taste Breckenridge Bourbon Denver Broncos 2023 Back-to-Back Bourbon Blend and more with Breckenridge Distillery CEO Bryan Nolt. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Nolt about new releases from the Colorado distillery as they taste Two Clans Blended Whiskey (partially blended with Scotch whiskey) and the Buddy Pass Bourbon & Breckenridge Brewery Collab finished in Imperial Stout Casks. They also discuss 2024 whiskey trend predictions while previewing Breckenridge's core line, including upcoming beer-finished bourbons in collaboration with breweries under Tilray. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Listen as Bourbon expert Tom Fischer closely follows the unfolding story at Glenmore Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. What was initially perceived as a major bourbon theft has unexpectedly turned out to be a case of misrouting. The Owensboro Police Department informs us that the Bourbon initially thought to be stolen, was actually misrouted. Tune in to our latest podcast to discover the full details of this incident, which initially appeared to involve $70,000 worth of stolen Bourbon whiskey, drawing parallels to the famed Pappy Van Winkle Heist of 2013. Glenmore Distillery is a part of the Sazerac family. Subscribe to this podcast channel for more Bourbon updates. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

$70,000 worth of Kentucky Bourbon whiskey has been stolen from Glenmore Distillery, and bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Owensboro Police Department's Dylan Evans to uncover details that have not yet been reported in this podcast. Listen to learn how the bourbon was rerouted in what sounds like a meticulously planned heist and what that might involve. Continue to follow this podcast channel and visit BourbonBlog.com as we will be staying with the story for more updates on the investigation's complexities, and the efforts of Glenmore Distillery's parent company, Sazerac, along with the General Wholesale Beer Company, to recover this precious stolen Bourbon whiskey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Comedian James "Murr" Murray joins Bourbon expert Tom Fischer, offering first-ever glimpses into the next season of Jokers. Who's the next prank target, and what's the punishment? Murr also talks about his "Murr Live" Comedy Tour across the country. And need some Joker education? Some universities have now made "Impractical Jokers" a part of their curriculums. We sip whiskey with Murr and also plan a prank to play on a celebrity next time. By the way, Murr loves whiskey and tells us the last time he was buzzed...yep, recently. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

To celebrate and continue our focus on National Bourbon Heritage Month, Bourbon expert Tom Fischer welcomes alchemist and distiller Alan Bishop to talk about and taste Indiana Bourbon. Fischer and Bishop taste the new Hindostan Falls Heirloom Bourbon Whiskey from Spirits of French Lick Distillery. Bishop also shares some history on the importance of the state of Indiana in Bourbon whiskey. Hindostan crafted in West Baden Springs, Indiana with a unique blend of 150+ open-pollinated and landrace corns, this bourbon spotlights the diverse flavor profiles from the heirloom corn's distinct coloration and amino acid breakdown. Named after Hindostan Falls in Indiana, once a bustling town but abandoned after disease outbreaks, this bourbon pays tribute to a lost legacy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer chats with David Coors and Mike Montgomery, co-founder of Blue Run Spirits in this podcast. This interview gives a thorough look at this development which has been one of the biggest stories in Bourbon news for 2023. Molson Coors Beverage Company's acquisition of Blue Run Spirits blends tradition and innovation, signifying a transition from Molson Coors being mainly beer to an even broader beverage entity. With Coors Spirits Co.'s new start, David Coors ( the great-great-grandson of Coors founder Adolph Coors) leads the venture. Mike Montgomery becomes Vice President of Coors Spirits. They talk about how the acquisition happened, share updates on their new Georgetown, Kentucky distillery under construction, and discuss future plans for their brands. In addition to Blue Run Spirits, Coors Spirits Co. also owns Five Trail Blended American Whiskey and Barmen 1873 Bourbon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Colin Spoelman of Kings County Distillery tastes and chats with Bourbon expert Tom Fischer discussing new whiskey releases from Brooklyn, New York. Highlights include a 7-year-old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, a new Coffee Whiskey, and powerful Hazmat Whiskey at 158 proof. Subscribe to our podcast now for more Bourbon news, interviews and tastings. And visit Kings County Distillery in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, not far from Manhattan, NYC for a Bourbon tasting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support

Rob Aurelius, co-founder of Brooklyn Tribune and ARCG Media, as he sits down with Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Matty Rock on Cigar Saturday. Wrestling legend Ric Flair takes center stage in Rob's inspiring story, as he offers his support during a crucial moment in Rob's journey with ARCG Media. Rob shares expertise on increasing social visibility through the right strategies promotions, content creation, and other insights into how Rob and his team have been delivering quality to clients and brands for 10 years. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bourbonblog/support