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The Bourbon Library

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The Bourbon LibraryJun 16, 2021

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We Try 13th Colony and 2XO Gem of Kentucky

We Try 13th Colony and 2XO Gem of Kentucky

We Try 13th Colony and 2XO Gem of Kentucky


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Feb 08, 202450:47
Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 23-25 FINAL 2023

Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 23-25 FINAL 2023

Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 23-25 FINAL 2023


We drink Remus, Lucky Seven, and Makers Mark "Figgy Jam"

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Jan 01, 202401:13:05
Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 19-22

Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 19-22

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We drink Still Austin, Dragonsmilk, 2X0, and Three Boys


We are joined by special guest, Larry.


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Dec 31, 202347:39
Hardin's Creek Bourbon Box Set Bourbon Review

Hardin's Creek Bourbon Box Set Bourbon Review

Craig and Devon review all 3 bourbons in the Hardin's Creek Bourbon Box Set at the namesake location of our podcast, The Bourbon Library Bar, aka Dad's bar. This box set can only be purchased at Jim Beam and has an MSRP of $189.


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Dec 28, 202318:09
We Try 3 Bourbons With Longtime Listener LT Joins Us! (Michters 10 Year, K.Luke Batch 6, Four Roses LE)

We Try 3 Bourbons With Longtime Listener LT Joins Us! (Michters 10 Year, K.Luke Batch 6, Four Roses LE)

Longtime Listener LT Joins Us!


In this episode, we have a very special guest, Longtime listener Larry. We sipped three different samples he provided for the group to try.

Michters 10 Year

K.Luke Batch 6

Four Roses Limited Edition



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Dec 22, 202301:02:06
Day 18 BLEW my Mind | Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 15-18

Day 18 BLEW my Mind | Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 15-18

Day 18 BLEW my Mind | Bourbon Advent Calendar Days 15-18 Subscribe for more: @thebourbonlibrary E-mail: thebourbonlibrarypod@gmail.com Follow us on social: TikTok: @thebourbonlibrarypod IG: @thebourbonlibrary Facebook: @thebourbonlibrary Listen to The Bourbon Library Today! To Drink Is To Live! 🥃

Dec 21, 202357:30
Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 11-14 (Makers BEP)

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 11-14 (Makers BEP)

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 11-14 (Makers BEP) Subscribe for more: @thebourbonlibrary E-mail: thebourbonlibrarypod@gmail.com Follow us on social: TikTok: @thebourbonlibrarypod IG: @thebourbonlibrary Facebook: @thebourbonlibrary Listen to The Bourbon Library Today! To Drink Is To Live! 🥃

Dec 21, 202341:23
Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 8-10

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 8-10

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 8-10


Day 8 - Knob Creek 12 Year


Day 9 - Eagle Rare


Day 10 - Jack Daniels 12 Year

Dec 11, 202343:28
Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 4-7

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 4-7

Bourbon Advent Calendar Day 4-7 Subscribe for more: @thebourbonlibrary E-mail: thebourbonlibrarypod@gmail.com Follow us on social: TikTok: @thebourbonlibrarypod IG: @thebourbonlibrary Facebook: @thebourbonlibrary Listen to The Bourbon Library Today! To Drink Is To Live! 🥃

Dec 07, 202354:55
Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 1-4

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 1-4

Bourbon Advent Calendar 2023 Day 1-4

Dec 04, 202354:55
Amazing Visit To Makers Mark and More From The Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Amazing Visit To Makers Mark and More From The Kentucky Bourbon Trail

We review our Makers Mark Tour and chat wins and losses during our visit to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail for our Dad's 60th Birthday.

Nov 23, 202301:04:36
Do You Even Drink Rye Whiskey?

Do You Even Drink Rye Whiskey?

The group drinks Hudson Rye Whiskey 6 Year "Movie Edition".

Nov 03, 202331:02
We Try Whiskey From NYC's First Distillery Since Prohibition
Jul 13, 202323:11
This Distillery Had The Help of Whiskey Legend Dave Pickerell
Jul 06, 202326:49
This Distillery Makes only ONE Style of Whiskey
Jun 29, 202324:35
Uncovering the Mystery of the Non-Drinking Whiskey Maverick: The Story of a NY Legend
Jun 22, 202324:55
Whiskey with an INSANE Coffee Twist!
Jun 15, 202324:31
Ben Holladay Tasting: Bottled-in-Bond, Rickhouse Proof, and the Soft Red Wheat (REVIEW)
Jun 12, 202315:06
This Tiny Distillery Will Blow Your Mind!
Jun 08, 202330:11
Whiskey Documentary Release, Daniel Weller, Ben Holladay and Life Update
Jun 07, 202306:56
Jim Beam "Beam Train" Tank Car
Feb 07, 202321:26
Kings County 6 Year Empire Rye Barrel Strength 2022 Release
Jan 30, 202320:42
Sipping for a Cause: An Interview with Morgan Hancock about 'Bourbon With Heart'
Jan 16, 202328:58
Japanese Whiskey: Suntory Toki Whiskey

Japanese Whiskey: Suntory Toki Whiskey

In this episode, Alec and Ryan drink Toki from Suntory and chat about highballs. To drink is to live!

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Jan 01, 202317:24
The Group on 2022 and a K.Luke Review
Dec 31, 202230:50
The Best Whiskeys of 2022: A Year in Review
Dec 21, 202223:59
Yeast's Crucial Role in Distilling: An Interview with Mitch Cod
Dec 19, 202245:27
Exclusive Interview: Clay Risen on His New Book, American Rye: A Guide to the Nation's Original Spirit
Dec 16, 202239:09
Have You Heard Of Frank August?

Have You Heard Of Frank August?

In this episode, Alec and Ryan talk about Frank August, a recent liquor store visit, and going Viral on TikTok. To drink is to live!

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Nov 21, 202223:52
Did You Know We Went Viral?

Did You Know We Went Viral?

In this episode, Alec and Ryan talk about their latest viral video on the Bourbon Library's Instagram. To drink is to live!

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Nov 07, 202220:14
Campari Buys Majority Stake of Wilderness Trail for $420 Million

Campari Buys Majority Stake of Wilderness Trail for $420 Million

In this episode, Alec and Ryan cover the new acquisition of Wilderness Trail by Campari Group. To drink is to live!

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https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/italys-campari-buy-initial-70-wilderness-trail-distillery-420-mln-2022-10-31/

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Nov 01, 202222:25
How Whiskey Reminds You To Be Present

How Whiskey Reminds You To Be Present

In this episode, Ryan talks about how whiskey doesn't just make us look back but also reminds us to be present. To drink is to live!

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https://www.courier-journal.com/story/life/food/spirits/2022/10/28/makers-mark-duo-announce-plans-new-distillery/69599971007/

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Oct 31, 202211:15
Man, Whiskey, Dog

Man, Whiskey, Dog

In this episode, Alec remembers his dogs Chico and Karly, talks about what he had last night, and gives you the update on Jane Bowie and Denny Potter's next move. To drink is to live!

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https://www.courier-journal.com/story/life/food/spirits/2022/10/28/makers-mark-duo-announce-plans-new-distillery/69599971007/

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Oct 29, 202221:13
George T. Stagg Makes a Comeback

George T. Stagg Makes a Comeback

In this episode, Alec and Ryan cover BTAC 2022, Stagg making a comeback and Ryan tastes a scotch. To drink is to live!

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https://www.breakingbourbon.com/bourbon-whiskey-press-releases/2022-buffalo-trace-antique-collection-announced

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Oct 27, 202222:46
You Won't Believe Who Won In This 12 Year Blind Tasting
Oct 26, 202214:21
15 Year Blind Tasting

15 Year Blind Tasting

In this episode, Alec, Ryan, and Craig blind taste test four 15-year bourbons from friend of the show Larry. To drink is to live!

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Oct 25, 202216:20
Gear Patrol Top 2022 Bourbons of 2022 Reaction

Gear Patrol Top 2022 Bourbons of 2022 Reaction

In this episode, Alec and Ryan talk about Gear Patrol and Fred Minnick's list of the 22 best bourbons of 2022. To drink is to live!

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https://www.gearpatrol.com/food/drinks/g39958361/best-bourbons/

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Oct 24, 202221:57
Celebrity Whiskey

Celebrity Whiskey

In this episode, Alec and Ryan talk about Kings of Leon whiskey from Willet, Bear Fight American Single Malt, and other celebrity whiskies. To drink is to live!

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https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/10/seth-macfarlane-moves-into-whiskey/

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Oct 21, 202221:09
Bourbon Flavored Dr. Pepper

Bourbon Flavored Dr. Pepper

In this episode, Alec and Ryan talk about bourbon-flavored Dr. Pepper, Michters 2022 release of 20-year, and Knob Creek 18 year. To drink is to live!

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https://www.foodandwine.com/news/dr-pepper-bourbon-flavor-soda-fansville-reserve

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Oct 20, 202224:44
Gift of Grandparents

Gift of Grandparents

In this episode, Ryan reflects on the gift of grandparents.

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Oct 19, 202216:24
Arby’s Smoked Bourbon

Arby’s Smoked Bourbon

In this episode, Alec talks about Arby’s Smoked Bourbon, Old Forester, and Basil Hayden's new release. To drink is to live! 

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Oct 18, 202212:31
Whiskey Magic
Oct 17, 202211:20
We tried a bunch of Jim Beam products

We tried a bunch of Jim Beam products

In this episode, the guys all pick a Jim Beam to drink and dive into the Beam family history.

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Oct 13, 202215:40
Halloween Bourbon, Widow Jane and Pappy Lotteries

Halloween Bourbon, Widow Jane and Pappy Lotteries

In this episode, the guys pick their perfect bourbon for a Halloween party, discuss Widow Jane's nearly 20-year-old whiskey, and dive into the best kind of lotteries to maybe win some Pappy.

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Oct 13, 202223:21
Old Ezra 7 and The Love of The Game

Old Ezra 7 and The Love of The Game

In this episode, Alec, Craig, and Timmy review Old Ezra 7 and discuss a recent tasting and the love of bourbon hunting.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VEVqHrjdt4

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Oct 11, 202222:44
JTS Brown and Dry Counties

JTS Brown and Dry Counties

In this episode, The Group reviews JTS Brown and discusses private barrel laws that were in jeopardy earlier this year and dry counties. 

https://whiskycast.com/private-barrel-kentucky-bourbons-in-legal-jeopardy/To Drink Is To Live!

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Oct 10, 202223:34
Black Button Expansion and Clay Risen's New Book

Black Button Expansion and Clay Risen's New Book

In this episode, Ryan and Alec discuss Black Button's 5 Million dollar expansion, Clay Risen's upcoming book on American Rye, and Non-Distilling Producers.

https://www.bevnet.com/spirits/2022/black-button-distilling-announces-groundbreaking-on-5m-new-tasting-room-and-distillery

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Oct 07, 202223:12
Jack Daniel's Releases Two Ryes and an American Single Malt

Jack Daniel's Releases Two Ryes and an American Single Malt

In this episode, Ryan and Alec discuss an American Single Malt from Jack Daniels, Duty-Free, and how craft whiskey influences the industry giants.

https://whiskeyraiders.com/rye/jack-daniels-distillery-series-8-9/

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Oct 06, 202221:48
Pappy Van Winkle Annual Release 2022

Pappy Van Winkle Annual Release 2022

In this episode, Ryan and Alec discuss the annual release of Pappy Van Winkle Whiskies, The Secondary Market, and potential suitors for the crown of the most sought-after whiskies. 

https://www.gearpatrol.com/food/drinks/a41529859/pappy-van-winkle-annual-release-2022/

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Oct 05, 202233:30
What is Allocated Bourbon?

What is Allocated Bourbon?

In this episode, Ryan and Alec discuss what allocated bourbons are, Russell's Reserve 13 Year Old Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey, and the future of whiskey prices.

https://www.winemag.com/2022/03/21/allocated-bourbon/

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Oct 04, 202220:58