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EPISODE · Mar 4, 2025 · 51 MIN

The Lost Legacy of a Whiskey Trailblazer

from The Bourbon Playbook

Some bottles are more than just bourbon — they’re stories poured into a glass. This week, the guys dive into a whiskey with a legacy so rich, it was almost lost in time. From a hidden pioneer in distilling history to one of the most awarded brands today, this pour is as bold as the man behind it.Join us as we celebrate Black History Month while uncovering the truth behind a master distiller’s forgotten influence, the technique that shaped an entire style of whiskey, and how one brand is making sure his name is never lost again (just maybe not the right one).In this week's episode:3:25 — Zika's Pour of the Week7:45 — O'Leary's Pour of the Week 19:25 — Bourbon of the Week22:40 — Bourbon History33:00 — Tasting Notes42:40 — Aging and Mash Bill44:45 — E5 Scale RatingSupport the pod by subscribing on your favorite platform, leaving a review and checking on tbplaybook.com!

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Some bottles are more than just bourbon — they’re stories poured into a glass. This week, the guys dive into a whiskey with a legacy so rich, it was almost lost in time. From a hidden pioneer in distilling history to one of the most awarded brands...

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