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Smell My Whiskey

By Max, Pat, Jon & Clint

Four idiots with microphones who thought they could talk about whiskey.

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S5 E4: It's 'ardcore!!!! (Ardbeg Ardcore)

Smell My WhiskeyNov 02, 2022

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S5 E4: It's 'ardcore!!!! (Ardbeg Ardcore)

S5 E4: It's 'ardcore!!!! (Ardbeg Ardcore)

We finally got a hold of a special edition from one of our most beloved distilleries! Come find out what we think of the limited release of Ardbeg! Is it 'ardcore or an 'ardbore...

Nov 02, 202243:15
S5E3: Clints disappointment is immeasurable (Wild Turkey Rye 101)

S5E3: Clints disappointment is immeasurable (Wild Turkey Rye 101)

It’s the same game, but gets better every time you listen! This stuff is so good clint believe it’s something else! Jon is a wittle sick boy but he will be back next time better then ever, and officially hitched!
Oct 28, 202235:01
S5 E2: Posted! (Laphroig 10)

S5 E2: Posted! (Laphroig 10)

A burning hospital to satisfy all your taste buds! CSheck out our review of Laphroig 10 as featured on CNN! Since when did we ever listen?!

Sep 29, 202250:18
S4 E8: Visiting the Past and Laughing at the Future (Creag Isle)

S4 E8: Visiting the Past and Laughing at the Future (Creag Isle)

We felt a little corky publishing season 5 content before the end of season 4, but it all works out in the end! Come listen to what we think of Creag Isle! Honestly though, our planning of Jon's wedding was the best part.

Aug 31, 202232:11
S5 Dead or Alive, Are We? (Live Ep)

S5 Dead or Alive, Are We? (Live Ep)

Look, we aren’t podcasters, some of us are barely functioning people. Either way we got together and drank some whiskey!

Start Season 5 off with a bang and then next week we have the final episode of Season 4 because were not confusing at all!

It’s like if Game of Thrones made sense.

Why are you still reading, go grab a glass,relax, and listen!

Aug 26, 202201:07:33
S4E6: Were not late, your early. (Shieldaig Speyside)

S4E6: Were not late, your early. (Shieldaig Speyside)

This week, well last week. Oh no this was actually 2 weeks ago... Max can't you fucking edit on time?? 

We have the famous (according to total wine) Shieldaig Speyside! Brought to you by Total Wine, crafted by Total Wine, Sold exclusively at Total Wine. And Rated a top Whiskey by Total Wine!

No way this can go wrong!

Aug 03, 202228:25
S4 E5: Imagine Draggin' Deez Nutz (For Peat's Sake)

S4 E5: Imagine Draggin' Deez Nutz (For Peat's Sake)

For Peat's Sake! Are we going to find a gem of a scotch in the $20 price point?! Tune in to find out! Also let's see if Pat ever recovers from his wife's "Deez Nutz" joke!

Jul 13, 202230:31
S4E4: Under 30 minutes or it's free! (Ellington Reserve 8 Year)

S4E4: Under 30 minutes or it's free! (Ellington Reserve 8 Year)

It's late, it's quick, but I feel way better then during this episode! enjoy the Canadian whiskey that has about as many ties to Canada as an American born citizen!

All that matters this episode:

NyQuil is human lube juice.

Jul 11, 202220:58
S4 E3: The Famous Grouse!

S4 E3: The Famous Grouse!

Where do they go during the day? The open, that's right! We just hopped on the hunter's forum and had The Famous Grouse! Let's see if we get ourselves a pretty trophy!

Jun 29, 202240:19
S4E2: Jon Died (Jim Beam White Label)

S4E2: Jon Died (Jim Beam White Label)

A famous writer once said “We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.” If that is true, then Jon made a great life.

RIP Boneman. 

Besides that, we discuss:

• Jim Beam white label, the worlds number one bourbon, and sponsor of the All American Pacer Test.

• Jack Daniel’s and CocaCola gone official?

• Nitro soda?

• Full fat soda?

• Two diet sodas and one for the road?

• Salmonella?

• Uncrustables?

• Do we have a problem?


Budget bourbon on a budget podcast, it doesn’t get better than this?

Jun 22, 202238:30
Ep: 69 A solid eh... (Nikka Coffee Grain)

Ep: 69 A solid eh... (Nikka Coffee Grain)

Its greasy in the fingers.

If you can close your eyes and pretend a little bit, then its like when the dentist puts his fingers in your mouth to check your teeth!

Interesting description for another interesting whiskey! Thanks for joining us again! If its not a zipper, then its a zipper! That's how I open my fly by the way (luv Clint)!

Join us as we also talk abut how Kylo Ren is a whiny boo-boo baby in the latest Star Wars Trilogy!

Jun 16, 202241:44
S3 E16: Two Boneheads and a Grapefruit (Brewdog Elvis Juice)

S3 E16: Two Boneheads and a Grapefruit (Brewdog Elvis Juice)

Well we got two boneheads out of the four this week talking about how much they love grapefruits for breakfast apparently! All jokes aside we love talking all this out and are looking forward to the whiskey return to come in next week's episode! We got a lot of exciting things to come including Jon and Emma's wedding! Stick around and find out what other shenanigans we get into as we review some of your favorite whiskies/alcoholic beverages

May 23, 202233:40
S3E15: Trapped in this Glass Box of Emotion (Braxton Garage Beer)

S3E15: Trapped in this Glass Box of Emotion (Braxton Garage Beer)

You may not know this, even though we only have Max and Clint editing, we all write the notes that go here. Well unfortunately Pat didn't give me any. So this space is basically just me filling in something so it doesn't look like we didn't do our homework. 

Garage Beer, its beer for the garage!

May 16, 202233:45
S3 E 14: Clint's Dumpster Fire (Breckinridge Vanilla Porter)

S3 E 14: Clint's Dumpster Fire (Breckinridge Vanilla Porter)

Title says it all mates. Good look or not, hope you have fun!

May 10, 202232:10
S3E13: Something from Voodoo Ranger (Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA)

S3E13: Something from Voodoo Ranger (Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA)

At least one host got it right this week. Come check out us talking about Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA, or Imperial IPA, whatever works!

May 02, 202247:07
S3 E12: Ales for ALs (Rhinegheist Hustle)

S3 E12: Ales for ALs (Rhinegheist Hustle)

There is nothing more to say... We just laughed at kids with ALS. :)

Apr 27, 202243:39
S3E11: Chugging Beers and Headbutting Garage Doors (Sam Adams Boston Lager)
Apr 18, 202243:40
S3 E10: Port Charlotte is Above Ardbeg 😉 (Port Charlotte 10 yr)

S3 E10: Port Charlotte is Above Ardbeg 😉 (Port Charlotte 10 yr)

This week we are returning to the 6 list ranking of Port Charlotte. Did we finally lock in the ranking?! Listen in to find out! Also in this episode:
- Jon's getting a little PP on his car.
- What it means to be birthed sunny side up.
- Peaches, It's a Clint's Bits.
- It's the 90% of Clint, we just like to watch.

Apr 11, 202256:20
S3 E9: Eating Old (Trash) Pancakes (Four Roses Single Barrel)

S3 E9: Eating Old (Trash) Pancakes (Four Roses Single Barrel)

This week we’re jumping back into the legacy that is Four Roses. The real question is does this higher end Bourbon take down there much more value oriented offering? Come check it out with us!
Apr 04, 202246:07
S3 E8: That's Daddy's Special Syrup (Knob Creek Smoked Maple)

S3 E8: That's Daddy's Special Syrup (Knob Creek Smoked Maple)

Thank you for joining us on another episode of the Smell My Whiskey podcast!

We got a sugar high talking about this whiskey that was so unique that we tried to find other uses for it!

Highlights of this week's episode are:

- Clint finds another candy reference. The result being a new stripper name!

- We actually all agreed on the score this week. Listen in to find out our thoughts on Knob Creek Smoked Maple!

Mar 28, 202241:45
S3E7: Clint and His Four Buds (Oban 14)

S3E7: Clint and His Four Buds (Oban 14)

This week we are reviewing Oban 14, a highland single malt that rises from one of the smallest distilleries in Scotland. To this day they remain dedicated to tradition over quantity. 

Other talking points include: 

  • Clint gets talked over
  • Car crashes
  • The Classic 6
  • Expensive bar tabs
  • Extra wire
Mar 14, 202248:01
S3 E6: Apples And Frosting, Clint Has Lost It! (Devil's Share American Whiskey)

S3 E6: Apples And Frosting, Clint Has Lost It! (Devil's Share American Whiskey)

This week we are reviewing Devil's Share American Whiskey from Cutwater Spirits. Come find out if you should cut bait and run or be proud to share amongst your peers! Stay tuned for:
- "Pierce Brosnan" makes it on our SMW Color Wheel.
- Jon gets garlic in his glass.
- Clint gets all "Put The Lotion On The Skin" with his palate references.
- More bad takes on movies.

Mar 07, 202236:49
S3E5: Cocacullia (Caol Ila 12 Year)

S3E5: Cocacullia (Caol Ila 12 Year)

This week we're sipping on Caol Ila 12 yr.
People refer to this Islay distillery as a hidden gem, but what does your favorite Whiskey Podcast think of it?
Listen in to find out.
Other talking points include:

favorite cereals
mercury levels
Feb 28, 202236:41
S3 E4: I Also Squeal If You Put Money Into Me (Knob Creek 9 yr)

S3 E4: I Also Squeal If You Put Money Into Me (Knob Creek 9 yr)

This week we are reviewing Knob Creek 9 year! From the title, you can probably tell who came to visit! Listen up as we also talk about:
- How gaslighting is really all we do on this podcast!
- Heroine might be cheaper at this point!
- Eau de Clint is the essence of cowboys.
- Woodinville comes full circle from Clint's liquor cabinet to LeRoy Jenkins mouth!

Feb 21, 202241:55
S3E4: Uige Boogie (Ardbeg Uigeadail)

S3E4: Uige Boogie (Ardbeg Uigeadail)

Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast. This week we fawn over yet another creation from Islay, Ardbeg’s Uigeadail. 

Grievances Aired: 

  • St. Elmo’s cola 
  • Fading in the intro music 
  • The lost An Oa segment

And while it is not clear on the show - Clint burnt his tongue prior to recording.

Feb 14, 202250:35
S3BE1: The Missing Cut (Ardbeg An Oa)

S3BE1: The Missing Cut (Ardbeg An Oa)

Our live ep review of Ardbeg An Oa.

Unmistakingly mistakenly cut from the live ep enjoy this short bonus episode this week!

Feb 14, 202210:58
S3E2: Pent Up Podcasting, that's P.U.P. (Wilderness Trail Bottled-in-Bond)

S3E2: Pent Up Podcasting, that's P.U.P. (Wilderness Trail Bottled-in-Bond)

This week we are tasting a dram of Wilderness Trail! A wheated bourbon out of Danville, KY. Join us as we continue our march down season 3 podcasting and relearning the ropes after such a long break! We missed you all and hope you enjoy the content below!

- Jon was trying to find Michael Jay Fox's thick legs.

- Clint confused his honey jar for this whiskey jar and poured it into his cereal.

- Trader Joe's gum brand hops on the Tide Pods trend with some dissolving gum wrappers! (Please do not participate in the old Tide Pods trend, that was stupid)

Music by Twisterium, from Pixabay.


Feb 07, 202258:15
S3E1: Value is back on the table (Live Ep)

S3E1: Value is back on the table (Live Ep)

Welcome back to Season 3 of Smell My Whiskey Podcast!

Were back and stronger then ever! 

Sit back, Relax, and catch up with us while we kickoff this new season.

Next week we will be back to the standard reviews!

Jan 31, 202241:00
S2 E9: End of a Season, and Start of a New Year (Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond)

S2 E9: End of a Season, and Start of a New Year (Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond)

Episode 52 - it's here - we made it. A quick announcement is that we will be breaking for the holidays. Currently we plan to be back on schedule near the end of January, but keep an eye out for some season 3 teasers! A new year means more unsolicited opinions from your four idiots right here on the Smell My Whiskey podcast! Thanks so much for the support this past year and we can't wait to get back into the swing of things when Max attacks and finally makes his return!

Listen in for Evan Williams Bottled in Bond, and our thoughts on that.
But first we discuss Thanksgiving, the food we have to have and the food that needs to get #dropped. We continue to go off the rails with the rest of the holiday season.

Other discussion points:
*Evan Williams - born in Austria?
*Anthony from OK - may have a drinking problem?
*PEANUTS???

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Music by Twisterium from Pixabay

Dec 09, 202151:29
S2 E8: Got To Say It With Them Horse Lips (Woodford Reserve Rye)

S2 E8: Got To Say It With Them Horse Lips (Woodford Reserve Rye)

Double Feature!!! That's right, all because of Clint's; I mean Gale's time management skills!
Jon forgot to read the tiny fine print on the green bottle, so we are reviewing Woodford Reserve Rye! Join us for:
- Suga' Butta' introducing us to "Hot Giardani" in our ultimate sandwich contenders list.
- Danny DeVito going down and collecting the limestone water!
- Clint ranting about Waffle House and how the "B & the G" is the best.
- Talking about more food! This time it's bagels.

Nov 22, 202148:22
S2 E7: 12 Point Stag Loses Some Hunter Points? (Dalmore 12)

S2 E7: 12 Point Stag Loses Some Hunter Points? (Dalmore 12)

Gale edited this week! Turns out she is shoeing it in late! We're taking a look at another Highland scotch, the Dalmore 12 year!

This may be the most historic scotch yet, dating back to royalty...or maybe it's a just a #G. Listen in to hear what we think! We also discuss:


- Pat microwaving his day old coffee
- Clint's hamming up Christmas with his tasting notes.
- The magic dust is rust. That's why good whiskey is cloudy.

Nov 21, 202154:42
S2E6: Suga' Butta'... That's My Stripper Name (Slaughterhouse American Whiskey)

S2E6: Suga' Butta'... That's My Stripper Name (Slaughterhouse American Whiskey)

Jon has started down the path of his true calling this week while we review Slaughterhouse American Whiskey! Hailing from wine country and picked up at Total wine, check out our review and other thoughts on:
- #G or #B...E...S...T
- How Jon nearly dies and is reincarnated as well you know who by now. He's kind of a joker. Hahaha!
- Why Clint "made" Pat drink in bed.
- Why Jon and Clint crash Max's party with a kidnapped 24 year old?!?!

Make sure to follow us on Instagram @ smellmywhiskey

Music by Twisterium from Pixabay.

Nov 10, 202153:59
S2 E5: It's 29 Minutes or It's Free ( Redbreast 12 )
Nov 01, 202146:45
S2 E4: Highland Hooligans (Highland Park 12)
Oct 26, 202134:40
S2 E3: Bottled in Bond, James Bottled in Bond (Writer's Tears Copper Pot)
Oct 20, 202157:07
S2 E2: An Oa We Don't Go! (Ardbeg An Oa)
Oct 11, 202146:46
S2 EP1: Cloche of Smoked Desserts (Port Charlotte 10)
Oct 07, 202158:28
EP43: Bee Juice (Tenjaku Blended Whiskey)

EP43: Bee Juice (Tenjaku Blended Whiskey)

This week we are reviewing Tenjaku Blended Whiskey! Our first sponsored episode! That's right folks. Us four idiots were provided a bottle of whiskey for review! We are very grateful and happy to share our impressions! Also up for discussion:
- PewDiePie teaches us about Japanese whiskey.
- Jon is drinking tequila, and apparently Clint is buying his liquor from some Yucatán children.
- Honeycomb ASMR.
- How we started, and where we are going (Max has an announcement).
Sep 27, 202153:46
EP42: Cookies in a Log are a Thing at Kroges (Chattanooga 111 Straight Bourbon)

EP42: Cookies in a Log are a Thing at Kroges (Chattanooga 111 Straight Bourbon)

Apparently we can't follow our own schedule 🤷🏼‍♂️, so this week we have switched it up and took a trip down to Chattanooga to try some Chattanooga 111 Straight Bourbon! 

No worries, Tenjaku is coming. 

Thank you for joining us as we also discuss:

  • Laws are changed, and experiments are conducted by Tim and the Bedwetter! (Sorry Joe!!!)
  • Jon can taste the barrel number?
  • Clint drinks grillin' water.
  • We debate if cookies in a log are still a thing we see at Kroges.
  • Yours is wider, mine is longer... Umm for context we are talking about shoveling driveways.
Sep 21, 202143:33
EP41: Kidnap Camping in the Woods (Ardbeg 10)

EP41: Kidnap Camping in the Woods (Ardbeg 10)

This week we’re talking about Ardbeg 10! This islay single malt scotch whisky is all about the peat. People seem to have a love hate relationship with this one. Listen in to find out where your favorite podcast hosts stand on the matter.

Shingles
Bubble baths
Pizza boys
Camping or glamping
Sep 15, 202101:07:43
EP40: This Episode is Flow Restricted (Sir Edward's 12yr Blended Scotch)
Sep 07, 202140:09
EP39: A Speckled History (Speckled Tail American Whiskey)
Aug 30, 202130:47
EP:38 Choo Choo (Eight & Sand Blended Bourbon Whiskey)

EP:38 Choo Choo (Eight & Sand Blended Bourbon Whiskey)

This week Clint takes us on a train ride while we discuss MGP's Eight and Sand - a blended bourbon out of Lawrenceburg Indiana. Did you know that blended whiskey only needs to be 20% straight whiskey and 80% whatever else you want? 

Also we discuss the merits of ketchup, apparently it is a crime to put ketchup on a cheeseburger. Jon wraps up by cooking some taquitos, but is going to dip them in ketchup, he may actually be a criminal or a monster.

- Pat

Aug 23, 202146:19
EP37: Just Add Salt (10th Mountain Bourbon)

EP37: Just Add Salt (10th Mountain Bourbon)

This week we’re sipping on a bourbon made by 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirits. I can confidently say this is our first Kickstarter whiskey we’ve tried, but does that mean it can’t hang with the big dogs? Listen in to find out. 

Other discussions this week include: 

  • The worst geography lesson ever 
  • Pat didn’t do shit
  • Rock candy 
  • Max can’t go on trampolines 
  • Don’t add salt!
Aug 17, 202142:49
EP36: Show Notes or it Didn't Happen (New Riff 100% Malted Rye Whiskey)

EP36: Show Notes or it Didn't Happen (New Riff 100% Malted Rye Whiskey)

Orange slices and Peach O-Rings This week's episode is on the New Riff Malted Rye special release! 

Other topics of interest: 

  • Sloppy Joe, the man-child
  • Clint apes out on Brach's Orange slices
  • Rye causes Blindness. (Dr. Fact)
  • Are lightsabers good? What about Space Jam 2?
  • Oh, and Clint is also black.
Aug 10, 202149:43
EP 35: Live Again in the New Studio

EP 35: Live Again in the New Studio

This week is a special live episode featuring 4 different whiskeys!

1. Ezra Brooks 99 Proof

2. New Riff Single Barrel 

3. Blaum Brothers Straight Bourbon Whiskey

4. Hirsch Horizon Whiskey 

Aug 03, 202158:03
EP34: What the hell is a flea flicker (Bulleit Bourbon)

EP34: What the hell is a flea flicker (Bulleit Bourbon)

This week we’re reviewing Bulleit Bourbon! This whiskey reaches all the way back to pre-civil war days, but didn’t officially launch until the 90’s. Listen in as we explore the history and tasting notes of this popular bourbon. 

Other discussions this week include: 

  • Skyline Slip & Slide
  • Cinnamon challenge
  • Pro-Anti-Ice
  • Bad poops
Jul 26, 202128:32
EP33: Diet Dr Beard Oil (Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey)

EP33: Diet Dr Beard Oil (Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey)

This week were taking a look at what we think is a pretty well know brand, Basil Hayden. We have there KENTUCKY STRAIGHT Bourbon Whiskey with us. Just like the website says "Basil Hayden’s just wouldn’t be Basil Hayden’s without its distinct wardrobe." 

Other things we talk about:

  • We put value into the world 
  • Outlandishly dressed, superhero, Sidekick, or Cowboy 
  • Clint’s noes knows 
  • Max talks to much about buying and selling 
  • Jon didn’t do the show notes and still got shit on


Jul 20, 202140:25
EP32: A tale of AT&T (Whistle Pig 10yr Small Batch Rye)

EP32: A tale of AT&T (Whistle Pig 10yr Small Batch Rye)

This week we’re reviewing Whistle Pig 10yr Small Batch Rye! This company’s founder has such a buck wild history that the company doesn’t even associate with him. Listen in to get the full scoop! 

Other discussions this week include: 

  • Pat & Clint’s Excellent Adventure 
  • Pig hair
  • Dusty piece of bread 
  • Persists like a cold
Jul 16, 202158:56
EP31: Joe Camel is Thicc (Michter's US 1 Kentucky Straight Rye)
Jul 05, 202144:56