EverNorth, Penelope 13 yr, Oak & Age, and more! Ep. 79

Dan, Clavin, and Rich welcome CJ to the podcast for the first time. In this episode, we explore Ever North Essence Barrel Picks, the Penelope 13 Year Collection, Oak & Age Hazmat Barrel Pick, and a couple surprise old dusties. We discuss the nuances of bourbon tasting, the history of distilleries, and the art of selecting and appreciating fine spirits. Our guests share insights on aging, proof, and the unique stories behind rare bottles, making it a must-listen for bourbon enthusiasts.Check out Maria's Marketplace in Canton Township, MI. That Ever North Barrel Pick was fanatastic. Check out our website at https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com .#bourbon #whiskey #evernorth #oak&age #buffalotrace #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #oldfitzgerald #oldripvanwinkleKeywordsbourbon, whiskey, tasting, distillery, aging, proof, bourbon history, rare bottles, bourbon tasting tipsKey topicsBourbon tasting techniques and tipsHistory and story behind rare bourbon bottlesImpact of aging and proof on flavor profileInsights into distillery processes and collaborationsThe significance of bottle selection and provenanceSound bites"Great bottles from Michigan stores""The viscosity is just right""Don't be afraid of the ryes"Timestamps00:00 - Welcome, guest introductions, and the Evernorth bottles02:09 - Evernorth Bardstown mash bill details and first impressions03:05 - Cinnamon, crab apple, and viscosity on the first pour04:34 - Burnt brown sugar, caramel, and finish length06:08 - Evernorth’s broader lineup and why store relationships matter08:36 - Maria’s Marketplace pick at 131 proof and bottle details10:34 - Stone fruit, peach, and silky mouthfeel on the second Evernorth12:38 - Why the second Evernorth drinks far below its proof13:57 - Bob’s donation bottle and the Penelope 13-year Collector’s Edition16:00 - Elephant ear nose and memory-driven tasting notes17:29 - Why the Penelope drinks like a much lower proof bourbon20:26 - Oaken Age 11-year Jim Beam hazmat barrel pick21:49 - Learning to appreciate Beam’s nutty profile and heat23:01 - Why high proof can mean more flavor, not just more burn25:58 - Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection 15-year wheated bourbon27:15 - Comparing that bottling to Pappy-era production30:43 - Why tasting is different from just drinking33:28 - OG Yellowstone history and the 1971 bottling35:54 - Dusty bourbon as a privilege and a benchmark39:24 - Quality, quantity, and how modern bourbon production has changed43:43 - Old Fitzgerald bottled in 1970 from a 1962 barrel45:02 - Floral nose, vanilla bean, and citrus on the Old Fitz47:24 - Why the old Old Fitzgerald profile is still chased today48:23 - Final recap, shoutouts, and closing thoughts