Episode 617 - Bourbon County 2025

Just in time for another Black Friday, we sat down with our good friend Ryan Tracy at his Beer on the Wall shop out in Elmhurst to sample through this year's somewhat uninspiring (but very well made) Goose Island Bourbon County Stout lineup. We ponder what's missing this year while also recognizing where the barrels are doing the heavy lifting, the impressive use of nuts (now that we're fully in the NutZone), and a surprising lean towards more subtlety than expected. Also, Craig is almost literally exuding Red Vines, we finally are pandering to the 10 year olds, Ryan is a surprising defender of a much-maligned Prop, and we take a little time to address the bear in the room. This is premium boxed content - and it all leads to our inevitable trip to Bourbon Country.  2025 Beers Reviewed Bourbon County Brand Original Stout Bourbon County Brand Reserve Stout Bourbon County Brand Double Barrel Stout Bourbon County Brand Cherries Jubilee Stout Bourbon County Brand Chocolate Praline Stout Bourbon County Brand Proprietor's Stout