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EPISODE · May 27, 2025 · 28 MIN

"Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea; Tom Hanks"

from Whiskey Bits · host Matt Sommerfield & Phil Stokes

Message UsWatch on YouTubehttps://youtu.be/B1LV4Dyi260Bourbon meets maritime adventure in this entertaining exploration of Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea. Matt and Phil crack open Voyage 20 of this unique whiskey that traveled the world's oceans before landing in their glasses. The bottle comes complete with a ship's log detailing its journey through the Panama Canal, around the Pacific Rim, and up the Atlantic coast—written with such flourish you'd think Hemingway was the captain.What started as a straightforward whiskey tasting spirals into a delightful debate about whether aging bourbon on ships actually enhances the flavor or merely creates a compelling backstory. The 90-proof bourbon presents as surprisingly light, lacking the complexity and depth of other Jefferson's offerings, raising questions about whether the ocean voyage is worth the premium price tag. "If this is a gimmick," Phil remarks, "I want to taste ocean water."The conversation takes an unexpected but hilarious detour through Tom Hanks' filmography, demonstrating the hosts' signature conversational chemistry. From "Big" to "You've Got Mail" and everything between, they connect nearly every Hanks movie to their nautical whiskey journey. By the time they circle back to bourbon, you've forgotten you're listening to a whiskey podcast and not hanging out with two friends who've had just enough bourbon to get wonderfully sidetracked.Whether you're a whiskey aficionado curious about innovative aging techniques or simply enjoy listening to engaging, meandering conversations fueled by good spirits, this episode delivers both information and entertainment in equal measure. Grab a glass of your favorite bourbon and join Matt and Phil as they determine if this seafaring spirit sinks or swims. #WhiskeyBits #JeffersonsOcean #WhiskeyPodcast #ComedyPodcast #BourbonTasting #EverydayWhiskey #MattAndPhil #WhiskeyLovers #PodcastFunnyMoments🔔 Don't forget to like, share, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Whiskey Bits with Matt and Phil! Cheers to laughter, great whiskey, and memorable moments! 🥃✨🎙️ Listen to Whiskey Bits on your favorite platforms:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube 🥃 Connect with Whiskey Bits:Facebook.com/WhiskeyBitsPodcastInstagram.com/WhiskeyBitsPodcastWhiskeyBitsPodcast.comWhiskeyBitsPodcast@gmail.com 😃 Connect with Matt & Phil on Instagram:@mattsommerfield@philstokes21

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