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Welcome to The Friskey Whiskey Podcast with your hosts MikeD and TI! Whether you’re a seasoned whiskey enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of whiskey, we’re excited to share our passion for this timeless spirit with you. Join us every Wednesday at 4pm as we explore the history, flavors, and culture of whiskey from around the world. Whether you prefer your whiskey neat, on the rocks, or in a classic cocktail, we’ll cover everything you need to know to enjoy this complex and nuanced spirit.

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Welcome to The Friskey Whiskey Podcast with your hosts MikeD and TI! Whether you’re a seasoned whiskey enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of whiskey, we’re excited to share our passion for this timeless spirit with you. Join us every Wednesday at 4pm as we explore the history, flavors, and culture of whiskey from around the world. Whether you prefer your whiskey neat, on the rocks, or in a classic cocktail, we’ll cover everything you need to know to enjoy this complex and nuanced spirit.

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Episodes
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EP 64: Halloween Part 2

10/23/2024
Join MikeD and TI for part 2 of their month of Halloween! This time we dive into premade old fashioned syrups from Proof! Check out our thoughts on the Traditional, Maple Bacon and Black Walnut Proof Old Fashioned syrups!

Duration:00:47:40

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EP 63: Halloween Part 1

10/16/2024
In this episode join MikeD and TI with special guest Monte for our first Halloween episode! We're trying out some classics! Nelson's "Green Brier" Tennessee Hand Made Sour Mash Willett Straight Rye Whiskey

Duration:00:52:23

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EP 62: Show n' Tell

10/2/2024
Join MikeD and TI as they go through some whiskeys they've grabbed while out and about! MikeD's Selection: Widow Jane Paradigm Rye Heaven's Door Single Barrel TI's Selection: Garrison Brothers Small Batch Taste Comparison - Elijah Craig Inlet Liquors (FL) and ABC (NC)

Duration:00:51:54

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EP 61: Scotch in the Box Part 7

9/21/2024
In this episode join Mike D and TI as they get back into another of the scotch in the box series! Sample 18: Deanston Distillery Age: 4 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Fresh citrus, honeyed barley and a subtle hint of smoke Palate: Toffee sweets, followed by cream and oak notes Finish: Oak spices Sample 9: Glencadam distillery Age: 11 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Aromatic and fresh. Hay, fruit, gentle wood influence with light vanilla and spice Palate: Beautifully balanced with tart fruits, freshly cut hay and vanilla sweetness Finish: Long and gentle as it fades out on barley malt and fruit Sample 22: Miltonduff distillery Age: 11 years Cask: Hogshead; 225 - 250L Nose: Crisp and dry, Portuguese tarts, vanilla pods and white chocolate Palate: Faint lime pickle, coconut, whole ginger and olive oil. Green apple skins, hint of soya sauce with mint and fennel Finish: Cappuccino, almond butter, sweetcorn and creaminess

Duration:00:46:39

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EP 60: Hazmat

9/20/2024
Join MikeD, Steve and TI as we take on some high proof whiskeys.

Duration:01:06:26

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EP 59: An Ode to Old Overholdt

9/20/2024
Join MikeD and TI as we check out whether or not a cheap bottle of Old Overholdt is worth the hype.

Duration:00:39:00

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EP 58: Show n' Tell

7/24/2024
In this episode join MikeD and TI for the first go at bringing unique whiskey to show and discuss.

Duration:00:59:23

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EP 57: Scotch in the Box Part 6

7/3/2024
In this episode join Mike D and TI as they get back into another of the scotch in the box series! Sample 15: Ballantruan Distiller Age: 7 years Cask: Hogshead; 225 - 250L Nose: Soft spices and rich peat. Very punchy and intense, with inviting vanilla notes Palate: Simple and balanced with a rich peat smoke and hints of black pepper Finish: Intense and spicy with wood smoke and tar Sample 10: Auchroisk distillery Age: 10 years Cask: Hogshead; 225 - 250L Nose: Light, with a playful zestiness. Creme anglaise, cut grass and delectable nuttiness. Palate: Quite sweet with a pleasant softness Finish: Soft, dry green cereal notes Sample 19: Tomintoul distillery Age: 13 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Sweet butterscotch and dried fruits, caramelised nuts and smooth, creamy praline chocolate Palate: Sheet, honeyed cereal with nutty notes, candied fruits and a delicate creaminess Finish: Rounded Sherry and just a hint of spice

Duration:00:52:05

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EP 56: From the Private Collection: Volume 2

6/19/2024
Join MikeD and TI as they dive into MikeD's private stash that he's been building. Booker's 2023-02 "Apprentice Batch" Booker's 2023-03 "Mighty Fine Batch" Yellowstone Bourbon Hand Picked Collection - Inlet Liquors Selection

Duration:01:03:51

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EP 55: Friskey Whiskian State of Address 2024

6/5/2024
Join MikeD and TI in this episode as we catch the listeners up on what has been happening! We go through the changes that have been going on since January and taste some really good whiskey. Four Roses 135th Anniversary Limited Edition Little Book Whiskey Chapter 7 'In Retrospect' Old Forester Single Barrel Bourbon Old Forester Birthday Bourbon - 2023

Duration:01:35:20

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EP 54: Scotch, A Coastal Collection

5/15/2024
Join MikeD and TI as we take a different trip around Scotland and try three unique whisky from the Scotland coast. The Classic Malts: Coastal Collection Caol Ila 12 year Single Malt Clynelish 14 year Single Malt Talisker 10 year Single Malt

Duration:00:59:50

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EP 53: The Blind Tasting

5/1/2024
On this episode join MikeD and TI as they welcome guests Steve and the legendary Ebon to a blind tasting. While not following the rules of a typical blind tasting the group is challenged to use their nose, tastebuds and intellect to decipher which whiskeys are which. Jack Daniels Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey Woodford Reserve Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon Special Bottle: Chickencock Cotton Club Rye

Duration:00:48:27

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EP 52: Scotch in the Box Part 5

4/17/2024
Join MikeD and TI as we continue with the fifth part of an eight part series! We'll be taking a unique tour around the various whisky regions of Scotland from a carefully crafted whisky box. Sample 8: Tormore distillery Age: 5 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Nutty barley and juicy pear, with a whisper of tropical fruit zestiness Palate: Malted milk biscuits, fried dough, white pepper and sawdust Finish: Lemon, salted caramel, and a hint of heather Sample 14: Linkwood distillery Age: 5 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Rancio, raisins, white wine, white grape, cinnamon, oak, malt, green tea Palate: Red fruits, Rancio, white wine, oak, malt, lime, green tea, white pepper Finish: Medium finish with oak, malt, white wine, ending with nutmeg and lime Sample 16: Benrinnes distillery Age: 5 years Cask: Hogshead; 225 - 250L Nose: Sweet, herbal and oily Palate: Fruit and spice Finish: A long, satisfying finish with a hint of sandalwood

Duration:00:48:50

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EP 51: Whiskey Hang

4/3/2024
In this episode join MikeD and TI as they just hang out and enjoy a couple of fantastic whiskeys! Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye Russell's Reserve Single Barrel Select

Duration:00:46:35

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EP 50: The Bar Book Interview

3/20/2024
In this episode join TI as he interviews Dolly and Mike of The Bar Book! Make sure you check out their site or download their iOS app. Keep an eye out for their Android app coming soon! The Bar Book Website The Bar Book iOS app

Duration:00:39:17

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EP 49: One Rye, One Bourbon, One Tennessee Whiskey

3/13/2024
In this episode join MikeD and TI as they partake in tasting some higher end and hard to come by American whiskeys.

Duration:01:01:01

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EP 48: Scotch in the Box Part 4

2/28/2024
Join MikeD and TI as we continue with the fourth part of an eight part series! We'll be taking a unique tour around the various whisky regions of Scotland from a carefully crafted whisky box. Sample 5: Ardmore distillery Age: 5 years Cask: Bourbon barrel Nose: Gingerbread, flamed orange peel, damson and stewed plums Palate: Oatcakes, toasted barley with a touch of nuttiness (almond flakes and honey roasted peanuts), brown sugar Finish: Soft peppery smoke, contrasted by a sweet hint of strawberry Sample 6: Tamnavulin distillery Age: 9 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Plenty of oak, backed up by rounded cereal notes Palate: Runny caramel, punchy malt and a hint of black tea Finish: Earthy spices Sample 7: Invergordon distillery Age: 15 years Cask: 1st fill bourbon barrel Nose: Sugared rum, ripe Mirabelle plums, Bailey's, cream, vanilla, toffee, hot coffee Palate: Sweet, almost liqueur-like, oily, caramel, Bailey's, marzipan, vanilla Finish: Menthol, honey, bitter

Duration:00:48:29

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EP 47: The Birthday Episode

2/14/2024
Join MikeD and TI as we welcome back to the show Steve! Together we celebrate a couple of our favorite whiskey from over the last year of The Friskey Whiskey Podcast!!

Duration:00:54:50

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EP 46: Scotch in the Box Part 3

1/31/2024
Join MikeD and TI as we continue with the third part of an eight part series! We'll be taking a unique tour around the various whisky regions of Scotland from a carefully crafted whisky box. Sample 13: Girvan Distillery Age: 10 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Tropical wafts of pineapple, fruity pastries, some creamy notes of coconut, chai, and granola Palate: Dried oranges, buttered brioche with honey, softly spiced with sweet vanilla fudge Finish: Butter biscuits and more vanilla, sweet, roast barley, and peppery zest Sample 17: North British distillery Age: 13 years Cask: Barrel; 180 - 200L Nose: Fragrant fruits, melon, vanilla, and gentle oak Palate: Wonderfully creamy, hints of lemon meringue with subtle grassy, vegetal notes Finish: Light, bright and fruity, hints of butterscotch and vanilla Sample 21: Undisclosed distillery; Lowland Age: 7 years Cask: Hogshead; 225 - 250L Nose: Aromas of honey, white pepper and fresh malt Palate: Toasted oak, barley sugars, sweet malt and white pepper Finish: Cloudy lemonade, honeyed barley, granary bread with thyme honey

Duration:00:50:36

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EP 45: The Chattanooga Mystery

1/17/2024
Join MikeD and TI as they revisit Chattanooga Bottled in Bond from episode 7! Only this time with a twist! Chattanooga Whiskey History: Inspired by the city's rich distilling history, Chattanooga Whiskey was founded in 2011 with a mission to bring back "Whiskey to the People." Due to Prohibition whiskey production stopped in Chattanooga in 1920. And the post prohibition act only allowed 3 counties in Tennessee to make whiskey. In 2009, a law was passed to allow 41 more counties to make whiskey. Chattanooga Whiskey, eventually became the first distillery in Chattanooga in over a century. Chattanooga Bottled in Bond - Spring 2018 Tasting Profile: Toasted oatmeal cookie, sweet crêpe, dried herbs, slightly smoky Chattanooga Bottled in Bond - Spring 2019 Tasting Profile: Pecan praline, vanilla custard & figgy pudding, with a warm, toasty oak finish

Duration:00:40:37