EPISODE · Dec 4, 2025 · 25 MIN
An Islay Rye?! Bruichladdich Laddie Rye Review + Big Whiskey & Gaming News
from Bourbon Bytes Podcast · host Clifton McDaniel | Bourbon Bytes
This week, Clifton covers some of the final big whiskey drops of 2025, including new releases from Clyde May’s, Central Waters’ new Great Blue line, State Line Distillery’s debut 5-year rye, and the dramatic relaunch of Copper & Kings under new ownership. Then it’s time for one of the most surprising pours of the year: Bruichladdich Laddie Rye — a 100-proof, 7-year Islay-grown rye-and-barley hybrid that tastes like nothing else on the market. Plus: Palmer Luckey’s newest retro console — the ModRetro M64 — might be the most exciting gaming hardware of the year.
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In this episode, Clifton breaks down several end-of-year whiskey releases — including Clyde May’s new cask-strength pick, Central Waters’ Great Blue spirits launch, and State Line’s first-ever rye. He also dives into Copper & Kings’ major relaunch under new owners before reviewing one of the most unique whiskies he’s tried all year: Bruichladdich Laddie Rye, a 7-year Islay-grown rye/malted barley hybrid aged in first-fill bourbon and virgin oak casks.
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An Islay Rye?! Bruichladdich Laddie Rye Review + Big Whiskey & Gaming News
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