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BottleS.H.O.C.K.

by Casks & Corks

The only podcast out there where we spend our money so you don’t have to… Unless you want to, of course!In these short form (15-20 minutes), we take a deep dive into wine and spirits education!Each week we examine a new bottle and compare it to our S.H.O.C.K. metric, Sensory, History, Opportunities, Cost, and Keep, this allows the listeners to decide if they should spend their hard earned money on these bottles of wine and spirits.So join us each week as open our next bottle!Cheers to the good life!

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Episodes

  1. An applewood stave a day, keeps the doctor away

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Woodinville Whiskey’s Straight Bourbon finished with applewood staves ! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! Support our proprietors: @woodinvillewhiskeyco Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  2. A White-hall Lane Wonder

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Whitehall Lane’s 2023 Sauv Blanc! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! Support our proprietors: @whitehalllane https://www.whitehalllane.com Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  3. Always Albariño!

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Abacela’s Albariño! We are also answering questions for the crew at Can I Vibe With Y’all! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! Support our...

  4. What’s in the Box?

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Kirkland’s California Cabernet Sauvignon boxed wine! Support our proprietors: @costco https://www.costco.com...

  5. The Empire Strikes Back

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Redwood Empire Pipe Dream Bourbon Support our proprietors: @redwoodempirewhiskey Have a question: IG:...

  6. Extra Añejo is the best Añejo

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Kirkland’s Extra Añejo Tequila Support our proprietors: @costco https://www.costco.com Have a question: IG:...

  7. The Cup is Yours for the Taking

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Colorado’s TINCUP Straight Bourbon Whiskey Support local proprietors: @tincupwhiskey...

  8. That “Glow” Up We Needed

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Locke Vineyards Alpenglow Sparkling Rosé Support local proprietors: @lockevineyards...

  9. An Italian Gem-this is Barbera

    We spend the money first, so you don’t have to! This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to Robert Renzoni’s 2022 Barbera Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @robertrenzoniwinery Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  10. Glen Grant 12

    We spend the money first, so you don’t have to! This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to the scotch Ron Swanson doesn’t want you to know about; Glen Grant 12 year! Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @theglengrant Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email:...

  11. Salute the Single Barrel!

    We spend the money first, so you don’t have to! This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to Blanton’s Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @blantons_bourbon Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  12. The Red Blend that Started this Journey

    This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to Apothic Red Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @apothicwine Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  13. Go High West, young man!

    This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to the High West Cask Collection Petite Sirah Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @drinkhighwest Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  14. There’s still Hope

    This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to the 2022 Austin Hope Reserve Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @hopefamilywines Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected]

  15. VDay Special

    Check this out if you want to make better wine pairings!

  16. Project Week

    See you all next week!

  17. Manly Spirits Company

    Welcome to down under! Enjoy the short interview with my wife as we explore a craft distillery in Australia!

  18. Collaboration with Distilling the West

    In this episode we dive into the world of port with the guys from Distilling The West, and we talk all things wine and spirits! We hope you enjoy the episode, and as always thanks for listening! Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @distillingthewest On WWW: distillingthewest.com On YouTube:...

  19. Episode 26: Cheers to the New Year!

    This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to the perfect wine for your holidays, Campo Viejo Brut Cava! Traditional method sparkling wine at a fraction of the cost of champagne; yes please! Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @campoviejo Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting...

  20. Episode 25: Black Friday and Stocking Stuffers Ideas

    Grab these items for tomorrow or take some of these ideas to fill those stockings! Haley's Corker 5-in-1 Wine Aerator, Stopper, Pourer, Filter and Re-Corker, 2 Pack 4.8 out of 5 stars (9,124) 700+ bought in past month $15.98 HiCoup Wine Opener 4.6 out of 5 stars (23,309) 400+ bought in past month...

  21. Episode 24: Please Pass the Benom

    This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to the perfect wine for your holidays, Benom’s Le Vingt! Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @benomwines Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected] YouTube: BottleSHOCKpodcast

  22. Episode 23: Expecto Patrón-um

    This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to the one and only Patron Añejo Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @patron Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected] YouTube: BottleSHOCKpodcast

  23. Episode 22: The Rum-around

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to the 15-year Kirkland Signature Aged Dark Rum You may have noticed I skipped over the History segment, there is not much information at all out there about this bottle. However, it is a product of Panama! Support this week’s proprietors: On…

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  24. Episode 21: Justin is Always a Win

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to the 2017 Justin Justification Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: justinwine www: https://www.justinwine.com/ Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected] YouTube: BottleSHOCKpodcast

  25. Episode 20: Salute the Colonel

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to EH Taylor Single Barrel Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: ehtaylorbourbon www: https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/our-brands/e-h-taylor-jr.html Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected] YouTube:...

  26. Episode 19: Tanner Time

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Tanner Vineyards 2019 Reserve Petit Verdot Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @tanner_vineyards Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected] YouTube: BottleSHOCKpodcast

  27. Episode 18: The Matrix

    Tasting grid! Learn the process by which I taste! Instagram: @casksandcorksconsulting YouTube: @bottleSHOCKpodcast

  28. No pod this week

    I am enjoying vacation with family, I will catch you all next week!

  29. Episode 17: Willow!

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Willow Creek Wine Co. 2022 Field Blend Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @willowcreekwineco Making the transition from IPAs to spirts=GIN! @hinterhausdistilling @freelandspirits Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email:...

  30. Episode 16: Heavy is the head that drinks the Crown

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Crown Royal XO Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @crownroyal Non-alcoholic https://www.ritualzeroproof.com/products/ritual-rum-alternative?srsltid=AfmBOore97wACMvMa7-kumQr6eKPd4qXXHb7G5vJUse3vgdsCOyiPk5E Have a question: IG:...

  31. Episode 15: Near, Far, Wherever you are…grab Corazón

    This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Corazón’s Single Barrel Añejo Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @corazón_tequila Have a question: IG: @casksandcorksconsulting Email: [email protected] YouTube: CasksCorks

  32. Episode 14: Wine Swifties Unite

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Orin Swift’s Mercury Head Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @orinswift Bogle:...

  33. Episode 13: Costco FTW!

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Kirkland Bourbons, Bottled-in-Bond & Single Barrel Support this week’s proprietors: On IG: @costco Have a...

  34. Episode 12: The Eagle has Landed!

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Eagle Rare Bourbon Support local proprietors: On IG @eaglerarebourbon OR https://www.eaglerare.com Have a...

  35. Episode 11: Savvy B Surprise!

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc and Nama’s Kitchen The Cool Rancher Popcorn Support your proprietors: On IG...

  36. Episode 10: Taking a Bulleit for the team

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Bulleit Bourbon Support local proprietors: On IG @bulleit OR https://www.bulleit.com Have a question: IG:...

  37. Episode 9: Take the “Leap” with Artemis

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Stag’s Leap’s Artemis Support local proprietors: On IG @stagsleapwinecellars @stagsleapwinery OR...

  38. Episode 8: Home of the Free-land

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Freeland’s Forest Gin Support local proprietors: @freelandspirite https://www.freelandspirits.com Have a...

  39. Episode 7: Berryhill Family Vineyards’ Big Red Woody

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Berryhill Family Vineyards Big Red Woody Support local proprietors: @berryhillfamilyvineyards...

  40. Episode 6: I prefer my roses in bourbon form

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Four Roses Bourbon Small Batch Select Support local proprietors: @fourrosesbourbon...

  41. Episode 5: Flor de Caña…the reason the rum is always gone Captain Jack

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Flor de Caña 130th Anniversary 20 year old rum Support local proprietors: @flordecana @floredecanausa...

  42. Episode 4: Coming into Port with Ficklin

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Ficklin Vineyards Old Vine Tinta Support local proprietors: @ficklinvineyards https://www.ficklin.com Have a...

  43. Episode 3: Sabbatical More Than Just a Vacation

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Sabbatical’s Straight Bourbon Whiskey: Port Finish Support local proprietors: @drinksabbatical...

  44. Episode 2: Un-Locke a True Treasure with Aspen

    Welcome to BottleS.H.O.C.K., we try the bottles first so you don’t waste your hard earned money! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S. H. O. C. K. analysis to Locke Vineyards Aspen white blend! Support local proprietors: @lockevineyards...

  45. Episode 1: The Tasting Adventure w/Hinterhaus North Grove Vodka

    Welcome to the introductory episode of BottleS.H.O.C.K.! We buy and try the bottles so you don’t have to! Grab your glass and let’s dive in! This week we are giving the S.H.O.C.K. analysis to Hinterhaus’ North Grove Vodka. Support local proprietors: @hinterhausdistilling...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The only podcast out there where we spend our money so you don’t have to… Unless you want to, of course!In these short form (15-20 minutes), we take a deep dive into wine and spirits education!Each week we examine a new bottle and compare it to our S.H.O.C.K. metric, Sensory, History, Opportunities, Cost, and Keep, this allows the listeners to decide if they should spend their hard earned money on these bottles of wine and spirits.So join us each week as open our next bottle!Cheers to the good life!

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The only podcast out there where we spend our money so you don’t have to… Unless you want to, of course!In these short form (15-20 minutes), we take a deep dive into wine and spirits education!Each week we examine a new bottle and compare it to our S.H.O.C.K. metric, Sensory, History,...

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