Aussie Bourbon Lovers

Buffalo Trace Distillery's wheated mashbill is the recipe of one of the most sought after bourbons in the world, Pappy Van Winkle, and its the same 'juice' as this quite accessible bourbon that you can get your hands on here in Australia. Dave and H discuss this 'Special Reserve' expression of Weller and why it's so approachable.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Weller Special Reserve
00:30 The Popularity of Weller Special Reserve
01:26 The Selection Process for Weller and Pappy Van Winkle
06:00 Exploring the Rick Houses
08:22 Perception of Bourbon in Australia
09:18 Wheated Bourbon as a Versatile Cocktail Ingredient

When Dave and H found themselves at the distillery on the very day that Woodford released their extremely limited 2022 Distillery Series Honey Barrel bottles, they thought they'd hit the jackpot. Join them as they taste this extremely rare bottle and talk about how the flavours of the honey barrel finish weren't quite what they were expecting.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introducing Woodford Reserve Honey Barrel Finish 2022 Distillery Series Release
00:58 The Story Behind this Honey Barrel Finish
06:09 The Philosophy of Drinking and Enjoying Bourbon
07:59 Expectations vs. Reality: The Sweetness Factor
09:25 Embracing the Fun of Trying Something New

Elijah Craig's name echoes through the legends of bourbon, and some suggest he as the father of bourbon - in fact, they put that on the front of this bottle. For an easy-to-get bourbon (for Aussies), this is a great pour to enjoy. Uniquely, this bourbon spends between 8-12 years in the barrel which we think gives it some lovely complexity to those barrel-ey vanilla and oak notes, usually reserved for more premium pours.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Pouring Elijah Craig's Small Batch
01:11 Elijah Craig: The Preacher, Distiller, and Entrepreneur
04:37 The Phenomena of C923 Barrel Proof Release
06:02 Aged to Perfection: Elijah Craig's 8 to 12-Year Age Statement
08:54 Getting a bottle of Elijah Craig in Australia and Visiting the Heaven Hill Distillery

For us, it's one of the Bourbon's that started it all on one fateful night in NYC. There is lots more to it than just one of the most eye-catching bourbon bottles on the market. And it's not to hard to get your hands on in Australia. 
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and the Love it or Hate it of Willett Pot Still Bourbon
01:01 The Unique Bottle Shape and Memorable Experience
03:25 Visiting the Willett Distillery and Pot Stills
03:55 Variations in Flavour Between Different Batches
07:45 Availability and Bottle Sizes of Willett Pot Still Down Under

We have lots of fond memories of Woodford Reserve and the memories started years ago. A visit to the distillery, a cocktail in their bar (or made at home) or just a neat pour of this infamous bourbon has plenty to offer. Some iconic master distillers have made this incredible brand one of Australia's favourite premium bourbons. While there are plenty of great bottles in their range, the main offering is a great pour. 
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Tasting Woodford Reserve
06:09 The Rich History of Woodford Reserve Distillery
07:38 Innovation and Master Distillers at Woodford Reserve
09:32 Enjoying Woodford Reserve: Neat, On Ice, or in Cocktails

It all started when a dad wanted to celebrate the birth of his daughter. What could be more wholesome than that?! But the range of bourbons that are now represented, of which the four grain is the 'baby', certainly has shown how good these bourbons are, and the growth that the Penelope brand has experienced shows the appetite in the market for this range of expressions. Another great story about another delicious bourbon. 
 
Chapters
00:10 Introducing Penelope Four Grain: The 'Baby Bourbon'
01:37 The Story Behind Penelope: A Bourbon for a Baby
03:35 Why we think it's An Easy-Drinking Bourbon for Beginners
06:01 All the facts about the Four Grain juice and Production Process

There is so much that can be said about Buffalo Trace, so we won't say too much. Buffalo Trace is an iconic bourbon distillery in America known for its wide range of bourbons, from affordable to expensive. It is one of the few distilleries that stayed open during prohibition and has a long history. One of our favourite things about Freddie in the doco 'Neat' is his philosophy to drink and enjoy bourbon with loved ones. And, we think it's a must-visit distillery when you're next in Kentucky.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Buffalo Trace
03:34 The Popular Demand for Buffalo Trace Bourbons
06:00 The Classification of Buffalo Trace Bourbons
07:47 The Philosophy of Drinking Bourbon, as shared in 'Neat'
08:13 Interesting Stories and some loose History of Buffalo Trace
09:41 A Visit to Buffalo Trace

The 1910 expression of Old Forester isn't easy to get down under, but you can find bottles. It's double oaked and has flavours of maple, honey, vanilla, and brown sugar. We think of Old Forester for its consistent butterscotch-ey flavours and we think of it as a dessert-like bourbon. It can be difficult to find in Australia, but worth trying if you can get your hands on a bottle. The Old Forester distillery tour in Louisville, Kentucky is recommended, and their chocolate pairing is a must-try.
 
Chapters
00:00 The History and Significance of Old Forester
02:39 Woodford Reserve Double Oaked: An Alternative to Old Forester 1910
04:25 The Old Forester Distillery Tour: Barrel Charring and Chocolate Pairings
07:16 The Dessert-Like Experience of Old Forester

Maker's Mark 46 is a wheated bourbon that undergoes a unique finishing process. It is made by adding 10 French oak staves to a barrel of Maker's Mark bourbon and leaving it in a limestone cave for a longer period of time. Margie Samuels, the wife of the original Maker's Mark creator, Bill, played a significant role in the brand's development, including designing the labels and introducing the iconic red wax seal. We think Maker's Mark 46 has a toastier and richer flavour compared to the original Maker's Mark, with notes of buttery bread and French oak. It is a smooth and easy-drinking bourbon that is a unique expression.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Makers Mark 4602:03 Margie Samuels: The Creative Force Behind Makers Mark04:26 Our take on the Flavour Profile of Makers Mark 4607:06 The Unique Finishing Process of Makers Mark 4609:30 The Bread Experiment and Accessibility of Makers Mark 46 in Australia