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IU vs Miami is on the championship stage, and Hoosiers fans are raising a glass of Indiana Bourbon for the moment. Hard Truth Distilling Co. Master Distiller Bryan Smith joins the conversation to connect Indiana bourbon culture to the mindset behind Coach Curt Cignetti’s rise. We also hit key names like Kurtis Rourke and Elijah Sarratt, plus simple bourbon cocktail ideas for game night. We'll also chat about a few sports topics below...thanks for listening and subscribing to this podcast channel! Why this IU run feels different under Coach Curt CignettiWhat to watch from Kurtis Rourke and Elijah SarrattIndiana bourbon culture tie-in and why it fits this momentHard Truth in Nashville, Indiana: the distillery story and whiskey lineupEasy bourbon cocktail ideas you can actually make

Eric Church fans know the line from “Never Break Heart” — and it helped inspire the name "Whiskey JYPSI." In this episode, Bourbon expert Tom Fischer sits down with JYPSI Whiskey Maker Ari Sussman for a straight, whiskey-first conversation on how JYPSI is built: blending decisions, barrel strategy, and how different woods shape flavor.We break down three key releases (each built around a different “why”):• Tribute Double Barreled — grain-forward: built around rare, varietal-stated heirloom grains (including Cherokee White Corn) to bring a deeper, more characterful sweetness than commodity grain bourbon. • Explorer — barrel/wood-forward: a 6-year KY + 6-year IN bourbon blend, finished with French oak from Tronçais and Appalachian American oak to dial up the sweetness-and-spice contrast and add structure. • Legacy Batch 003 (“The Declaration”) — blend-architecture-forward: a high-proof, limited release created as the first whiskey ever dedicated to the Declaration of Independence, celebrating its 250th anniversary in 2026. It blends 20-25-year-old Canadian corn whiskey, older Indiana rye, and 7-8-year-old Virginia single malt from Virginia Distilling Co., all layered through Mount Vernon–connected apple-brandy barrel finishing for a deeply complex, historically inspired profile.Watch the full video here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N04x-YLej0g

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Cohiba’s Sean Williams about the Weller by Cohiba 2025 (Antique 107) - a limited cigar built around a real bourbon connection: a U.S. Broadleaf binder aged in Weller Antique 107 barrels, dressed in those sleek red-and-gold tubes. They dig into why this release has become a collector-level chase, what makes it different from other collabs, and—adding to the hunt—how Cohiba extended the drop with matching limited-edition accessories, including a branded cutter, torch lighter, and travel humidor (plus additional collectible pieces in the lineup)Subscribe to our podcast and visit BourbonBlog.com for more on releases like this.

A $5,000 and 30-year-old single malt? Yes, this is WhistlePig’s rarest release yet. In this episode, whiskey expert Tom Fischer sits down with WhistlePig Chief Blender Meghan Ireland to taste and discuss the highly limited release of WhistlePig Big ShǝBàng 30-Year Single Malt, aged three decades in American oak and finished about four weeks in Tuscan Vin Santo casksWhistlePig Distillery of Shoreham, Vermont, says the whiskey comes from Canada’s first single-malt distillery, widely believed to be Glenora (though not officially named), making it one of the most elusive and remarkable North American Single Malt whiskies ever bottled. Bottled at 90.4 proof, this limited release delivers more layers than we can even tell you in this descpription, so listen to the podcast and subscribe to our channel!

It’s Bourbon Heritage Month 2025, and Bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with High West's Tara Lindley to explore The Prisoner’s Share.This limited release blends Straight Bourbon and Rye aged 4–15 years, then finishes in French oak barrels that previously held Napa Valley’s The Prisoner Red Blend. Bottled at 102 proof, it delivers a layered whiskey experience that unites the worlds of bourbon and wine.Show Notes: Why High West Distillery in Utah partnered with The Prisoner Wine Company in California. How wine finishing and French oak shape flavor and textureTasting impressions and pairing ideasHow this whiskey release compares to other wine-finished bourbonsThe bigger question: Is wine-finished whiskey worth the hype? Whiskey SpecsType: Blend of straight bourbon & ryeAge: 4–15 yearsFinish: French oak barrels, ex–The Prisoner Red Blend (Napa Valley). Zinfandel is the backbone of the original wine blend.Proof: 102Release: Limited; 2025

Ever smoked tobacco grown in France? This tobacco comes from the Mugron River Valley near Bordeaux, and it’s the Macanudo Emissary France Cigar. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer is joined by Matt Wilson, Macanudo’s Senior Brand Manager, as they light up this rare blend with tobaccos aged 4 to 10 years from Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, the U.S., and Brazil.To top it off, they pair the cigar with Bhakta Spirits Hogsworth Batch 1 - a first-ever blend of bourbon and vintage Armagnac, including a 1982 Armagnac that’s over 40 years old. The bourbon backbone and Armagnac's serious age and fruit play beautifully with the Emissary’s mineral and dark berry notes.For more cigar, whiskey, and spirits reviews and pairings, subscribe to this podcast channel and visit BourbonBlog.com.

Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2025 brought one of the big highlights of the weekend: Buzzard’s Roost’s first-ever Cigar Blend Bourbon. Known for their Cigar Rye, this new special barrel release is crafted to pair perfectly with a fine cigar.In this episode, Tom Fischer of BourbonBlog.com talks with co-founder Jason Brauner about what makes this bourbon unique, how it compares to the Cigar Rye, and why cigar lovers should be paying attention.For more bourbon releases, tastings, and interviewsvviisrt BourbonBlog.com

⁠Bourbon expert ⁠ Tom Fischer previews Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2025 with 15 STARS founders Rick and Ricky Johnson. They discuss the first-ever Artisan Collection release, a 109-proof blend of 15- and 12-year Kentucky and Indiana bourbons, limited to just 1,290 bottles, available nationwide with a select number featured in Bardstown, Kentucky this weekend during the festival.We also taste and chat about the complete First West Bourbon lineup: Small Batch, Toasted Oak, and Extra Aged 8-Year—crafted with their own heirloom red, white, and blue corn distilled at Bardstown Bourbon Company. The conversation wraps with a taste of the upcoming 15 STARS Fine Aged Rye, showcasing their signature blending style and bold rye character.

American Single Malt Whiskey is now officially recognized as a distinct whiskey category by the federal government—the first new addition in over 52 years! The TTB’s landmark decision, effective January 19, 2025, establishes clear standards for American Single Malt, ensuring authenticity, protecting producers, and elevating its global reputation. In this podcast, whiskey expert Tom Fischer sips some Town Branch American Single Malt with Dave Bob Gaspar, National Brand Manager at Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company.. They discuss the profound impact of this historic recognition while looking at the specific rules that define this category. They also explore the serious work of the American Single Malt Whiskey Commission (ASMWC) to accomplish this. Founded in 2016, the ASMWC has worked tirelessly to establish, promote, and protect this category, with nearly 100 member producers across the U.S. Additionally, more than 250 distilleries across the country are producing at least one American Single Malt, underscoring the category's remarkable growth and widespread adoption.

WhistlePig The Boss Hog XI: The Juggernaut is a limited-edition, 13+ year-old rye whiskey finished in the world’s first Thandai barrels, seasoned with hand-selected spices from India. Part of a highly sought-after collection, this release brings an exotic flavor profile with saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and more. In the first-ever live review of the release from WhistlePig’s farm in Shoreham, Vermont, bourbon expert Tom Fischer joins WhistlePig’s Head Blender Meghan Ireland and Distiller Mitch Mahar to explore the tasting notes and the unique process that brought The Juggernaut to life. Full story on this link.

Cohiba's Cigar Blender Sean Williams and Bourbon Expert Tom Fischer chat live for a cigar review of the 2024 Weller by Cohiba Full Proof Cigar. This limited-release cigar features a US Connecticut broadleaf binder, aged in Weller Full Proof Bourbon barrels, and is paired with Weller Bourbon for a distinctive tasting experience. Dive into their expert insights and explore more on their Masters Series through CigarWorld or at BourbonBlog.com/series.

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer visits the birthplace of bourbon whiskey regulations and parts of Kentucky's state constitution? Yes, you can soon tour Louisville's Oxmoor Farm! Opening in June 2024, this historic site is a must-see when you visit the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Kentucky's largest private library with 10,000 books where you can also enjoy tastings and cocktails featuring the new Oxmoor Bourbon Whiskey. In this podcast, Fischer interviews and tours with historians Shirley Harmon and Tim Knittel at Oxmoor Farm and the new Oxmoor Bourbon Company.

We are the first to chat with Cohiba's Sean Williams about the new Cohiba Serie M Reserva Roja Cigar for 2024. In this cigar podcast, Cohiba's Sean Williams and bourbon expert Tom Fischer try this limited edition Cohiba Serie M together pairing it alongside whiskeys and spirits: Bhakta Bourbon Whiskey 2014, Buzzard's Roost, Peerless Double Oak Bourbon, and Bhakta Vintage 1979 Armagnac.

As Bruno Mars gears up for his headline performance at the Trifecta Gala in Louisville, during Kentucky Derby 150 week, we are sharing Bourbon expert Tom Fischer's recent interview with Grammy-winning songwriter and record producer Phil Lawrence - who performs and writes with Bruno Mars. Learn more about the Bruno Mars performance and Trifecta on this link. Listen to this podcast recorded after Bourbon & Beyond 2023 as Phil dives into upcoming ventures and projects including his work with siblings (Dee Dee Lawrence and Shane Lawrence) in "The Lawrences". The Trifecta Gala, organized by Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman for the 150th Kentucky Derby, supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana, celebrating community and mentorship

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer invites Hud Mellencamp, Levi Collison, and Hard Truth Head Distiller Bryan Smith for a first-of-its-kind conversation on the origins of Mellencamp Whiskey Company. They talk about the collaboration with Indiana's Hard Truth Distilling Co., showcasing a limited series of whiskeys, each adorned with a painting by musician and artist John Mellencamp. The new release, Mellencamp Whiskey Farmer's Reserve, is a blend of sweet mash bourbon and rye finished in Amburana casks, revealing rare flavors from Indiana's farmers. As a new era of the Mellencamp family name begins, building a reputation for incredible whiskey, this is the first time the three founders have been interviewed like this.

On this Bourbon podcast, a whiskey tasting and interview feature Savage & Cooke’s first-ever bottled-in-bond bourbons: Howling Mob and Bloody Butcher Bourbons, crafted from heirloom California corn. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Master Distiller Jordan Via explore these limited-production whiskeys, both produced grain-to-glass at Dave Phinney’s Mare Island, California distillery near Napa.

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer reviews all three Hard Truth Bourbon Whiskeys alongside Master Distiller Bryan Smith as they chat live from the Nashville, Indiana distillery. Hard Truth Distilling Co's new releases include Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon, Hard Truth Sweet Mash Wheated Bottled in Bond Bourbon, and Hard Truth Sweet Mash Four Grain Bottled in Bond Bourbon. While all three Bourbons are uniquely sweet mash whiskeys, two of them are made following the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897.

Alice in Chains fans...listen as Bourbon whiskey expert Tom Fischer talks with founder and distiller of FEW SPIRITS Paul Hletko. In this whiskey podcast, they taste and chat about the 2023 reissue of All Secrets Known Bourbon Whiskey, a collaborative masterpiece from FEW Spirits with rock band Alice In Chains.

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Raj Bhakta, founder of Bhakta Spirits and also well-known in the spirits world for being co-founder of WhistlePig. Joining us live at Griswold Campus in Vermont, they taste and discuss a selection of rare spirits, including the Bhakta 1928 blend, a rare blend of Rye, Calvados, and vintage Armagnac, and other unique selections like the 1963 Armagnac, 1990 Rum, 2013 Bourbon, and 1973 Armagnac. Raj Bhakta shares his journey of helping innovate and excite enthusiasts in the Armagnac category with Bhakta Spirits. He reveals insights into transforming Green Mountain College into The BHAKTA-GRISWOLD Campus, a hub for spirit enthusiasts and whiskey education.

Tasting and mixing new cocktails with legendary bartender Dale DeGroff. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer tastes with Dale and chats with him about his spirits brand called DeGroff Spirits including the New World Amaro and Bitter Apertivo. Stories from New York's iconic Rainbow Room and Hotel Bel-Air, plus learn about Dale's favorite cocktails and predictions for cocktail trends in 2024. DeGroff is the acclaimed author of award-winning books, 'The Craft of the Cocktail' and 'The Essential Cocktail.'

Join us in a whiskey huddle as we taste Breckenridge Bourbon Denver Broncos 2023 Back-to-Back Bourbon Blend and more with Breckenridge Distillery CEO Bryan Nolt. Bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Nolt about new releases from the Colorado distillery as they taste Two Clans Blended Whiskey (partially blended with Scotch whiskey) and the Buddy Pass Bourbon & Breckenridge Brewery Collab finished in Imperial Stout Casks. They also discuss 2024 whiskey trend predictions while previewing Breckenridge's core line, including upcoming beer-finished bourbons in collaboration with breweries under Tilray.

Listen as Bourbon expert Tom Fischer closely follows the unfolding story at Glenmore Distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. What was initially perceived as a major bourbon theft has unexpectedly turned out to be a case of misrouting. The Owensboro Police Department informs us that the Bourbon initially thought to be stolen, was actually misrouted. Tune in to our latest podcast to discover the full details of this incident, which initially appeared to involve $70,000 worth of stolen Bourbon whiskey, drawing parallels to the famed Pappy Van Winkle Heist of 2013. Glenmore Distillery is a part of the Sazerac family. Subscribe to this podcast channel for more Bourbon updates.

$70,000 worth of Kentucky Bourbon whiskey has been stolen from Glenmore Distillery, and bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Owensboro Police Department's Dylan Evans to uncover details that have not yet been reported in this podcast. Listen to learn how the bourbon was rerouted in what sounds like a meticulously planned heist and what that might involve. Continue to follow this podcast channel and visit BourbonBlog.com as we will be staying with the story for more updates on the investigation's complexities, and the efforts of Glenmore Distillery's parent company, Sazerac, along with the General Wholesale Beer Company, to recover this precious stolen Bourbon whiskey.

Comedian James "Murr" Murray joins Bourbon expert Tom Fischer, offering first-ever glimpses into the next season of Jokers. Who's the next prank target, and what's the punishment? Murr also talks about his "Murr Live" Comedy Tour across the country. And need some Joker education? Some universities have now made "Impractical Jokers" a part of their curriculums. We sip whiskey with Murr and also plan a prank to play on a celebrity next time. By the way, Murr loves whiskey and tells us the last time he was buzzed...yep, recently.

To celebrate and continue our focus on National Bourbon Heritage Month, Bourbon expert Tom Fischer welcomes alchemist and distiller Alan Bishop to talk about and taste Indiana Bourbon. Fischer and Bishop taste the new Hindostan Falls Heirloom Bourbon Whiskey from Spirits of French Lick Distillery. Bishop also shares some history on the importance of the state of Indiana in Bourbon whiskey. Hindostan crafted in West Baden Springs, Indiana with a unique blend of 150+ open-pollinated and landrace corns, this bourbon spotlights the diverse flavor profiles from the heirloom corn's distinct coloration and amino acid breakdown. Named after Hindostan Falls in Indiana, once a bustling town but abandoned after disease outbreaks, this bourbon pays tribute to a lost legacy.

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer chats with David Coors and Mike Montgomery, co-founder of Blue Run Spirits in this podcast. This interview gives a thorough look at this development which has been one of the biggest stories in Bourbon news for 2023. Molson Coors Beverage Company's acquisition of Blue Run Spirits blends tradition and innovation, signifying a transition from Molson Coors being mainly beer to an even broader beverage entity. With Coors Spirits Co.'s new start, David Coors ( the great-great-grandson of Coors founder Adolph Coors) leads the venture. Mike Montgomery becomes Vice President of Coors Spirits. They talk about how the acquisition happened, share updates on their new Georgetown, Kentucky distillery under construction, and discuss future plans for their brands. In addition to Blue Run Spirits, Coors Spirits Co. also owns Five Trail Blended American Whiskey and Barmen 1873 Bourbon.

Colin Spoelman of Kings County Distillery tastes and chats with Bourbon expert Tom Fischer discussing new whiskey releases from Brooklyn, New York. Highlights include a 7-year-old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, a new Coffee Whiskey, and powerful Hazmat Whiskey at 158 proof. Subscribe to our podcast now for more Bourbon news, interviews and tastings. And visit Kings County Distillery in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, not far from Manhattan, NYC for a Bourbon tasting.

Rob Aurelius, co-founder of Brooklyn Tribune and ARCG Media, as he sits down with Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Matty Rock on Cigar Saturday. Wrestling legend Ric Flair takes center stage in Rob's inspiring story, as he offers his support during a crucial moment in Rob's journey with ARCG Media. Rob shares expertise on increasing social visibility through the right strategies promotions, content creation, and other insights into how Rob and his team have been delivering quality to clients and brands for 10 years.

Bourbon and cigar fans...Your exquisite VIP listening experience awaits in this flavor journey with Cohiba Cigar Ambassador Sean Williams and Bourbon Expert Tom Fischer as they delve into the artistry of the limited edition Cohiba Serie M Cigar 2023 edition, handcrafted in Miami's iconic El Titán de Bronze Cigar Factory. Fischer and Williams guide you through the intricate pairing of this cigar and Bourbon whiskeys including Kentucky Peerless Bourbon, Jefferson's Pritchard Hill Bourbon, RD1 Bourbon Finished with Brazilian Amburana Wood Finish, and Savage & Cooke. Join us anytime to savor the complexities by subscribing to this podcast. Have a guest you'd like us to interview? Email us: [email protected]

Sammy Flo, the co-founder of The Barber & Cigar Company, joins Matty Rock and Bourbon expert Tom Fisher on Cigar Saturday as they talk about the art of the barbershop experience that Sammy brings to events like Barsnsmoker, Cigarbeque, and more new updates over Bourbon, cigars, and tequila all live from the Bench in Glenrock, New Jersey. Visit YouTube.com/BourbonBlog for Cigar Saturday.

Professional wrestling fans, hear the latest news from pro wrestler and actor Gene Snitsky as he talks about about his innovative Wrestling Tours, and ISPW insights with Matty Rock and Bourbon expert Tom Fischer on Cigar Saturday. He also spotlights his chilling role in '100 Acres of Hell' horror film and gives updates about his Priority One Surplus store in Hamburg, PA. Priority One is also an official drop-off spot for donations to Cigars for Warriors. Watch Cigar Saturday live every Saturday on YouTube.com/BourbonBlog

Emmy and Tony award-winning actor Eric Nelsen, who plays Ennis in the hit Paramount+ series '1883,' the gripping prequel to 'Yellowstone,' joins Bourbon Expert Tom Fischer in this podcast. Eric talks about both his new partnership with Bucking Bull Bourbon Whiskey and delves into his experience on set working with 1883 creator Taylor Sheridan. As Eric shares the screen with co-stars Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Sam Elliott, you'll explore behind-the-scenes of filming the Dutton family's journey through the Great Plains in search of a better life. As Eric is the ambassador for the new Bucking Bull Bourbon Whiskey, learn how Eric's passion for the Wild West and adventure is reflected in this unique Texas Bourbon whiskey. As a fun bonus, hear Eric share his stories of sipping whiskey alongside his co-stars and news about upcoming projects, including the first-ever story on Will Rogers called 'The Will Rogers Story,' 'Holly by Nightfall,' and 'Butched' with James Landry Hébert.

Unite your senses with George Morasci, founder of Five Monkeys BBQ Sauce, alongside Matty Rock and Bourbon expert Tom Fischer for an epic Cigar Saturday. Listen as we master the art of pairing BBQ, whiskey, and cigars as we broadcast live from San Francisco. And swing by fivemonkeysbbqsauce.com to learn more and get some sauce!

Doc Swinson's Head Blender Jesse Parker and Bourbon expert Tom Fischer for an exhilarating whiskey tasting podcast of the brand's rare American whiskeys while uncovering the old-world finishing techniques inspired by Spanish sherry solera pyramids and Scottish whiskey blenders. Savor the flavors of Doc Swinson's Alter Ego Triple Cask Bourbon Whiskey, Alter Ego Solera Aged Rye Whiskey, and more in this episode. Subscribe to our whiskey podcast channel to continue to indulge in new releases and tastings.

Manhattan cocktail enthusiasts listen as Savage & Cooke Master Distiller Jordan Via and Bourbon expert Tom Fischer explore The Manhattan Project, a bottled craft cocktail masterpiece. Featuring Lip Service Rye Whiskey (finished in used French Grenache red wine barrels), California's Rockwell Vermouth, and housemade bitters, this creation is from Dave Phinney's Mare Island-based distillery near Napa Valley. Jordan and Tom share a captivating discussion on cocktail artistry and the innovative production process at the distillery. Subscribe to this channel for the latest Bourbon whiskey insights and interviews with industry experts. Check out our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/BourbonBlog.

Experience Mike Rowe unplugged as the interviewee rather than the interviewer as Bourbon expert Tom Fischer talks with Mike Rowe about his podcast The Way I Heard It With Mike Rowe and how it was partly inspired by Paul Harvey.  As they taste and review Knobel Tennessee Whiskey, they go behind the scenes and chat about Dirty Jobs, How America Works, and How Booze Built America, alongside Mike's blue-collar advocacy and his mikeroweWORKS Foundation, which benefits from Knobel Whiskey sales. Explore whiskey insights and news on Bourbon releases through interviews with master distillers and characters like Mike Rowe. Subscribe to this podcast channel and find us on YouTube.com/BourbonBlog. 

What to drink for St. Patrick's Day? Listen to our St. Patrick's Day podcast live from Dublin, Ireland with Teeling Irish Whiskey Distillery co-founder Stephen Teeling and Bourbon Bourbon expert Tom as they have an Irish whiskey tasting session, showcasing Teeling's finest whiskey expressions.  They even discuss a potential forthcoming 40--year-old expression as they have very old whiskey aging. Also the latest distillery updates, Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength, Single Pot Still, a Variety Coffee Roasters project in New York, Phoenix Parlor Snug Series, the Teeling Wonders of Wood Series, and rare releases.  

Grab a cold one and light up a cigar and listen as Mike Jones, the founder of Hackensack Brewing, shows his brewery and the craft beer scene in New Jersey in this podcast. Mike joins Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Matty Rock on Cigar Saturday as Mike's brewery has made some big waves in New Jersey in just a short time.  Feelin thirsty for a more? We host Bourbon tastings along with Mezcal, Rum, and other spirits tastings both virtual and in-person. Contact us at [email protected].

Behind-the-scenes stories of one of the rarest aged Irish Whiskeys ever! Whiskey expert Tom Fischer sits down with Teeling Master Distiller Alex Chasko in Dublin, Ireland to taste and discuss and taste the 32-year-old Irish whiskey. It was finished in the  Portuguese Purple Muscat French Oak casks for 4 years after aging in ex-Bourbon casks for 28 years .  As the one single barrel yieled only 238 bottles, you'll experience some of the best stories and the whiskey from Ireland in this podcast

Three rare spirits from Planation Rum and Pierre Ferrand are tasted and reviewed in this podcast. Spirits expert Tom Fischer welcomes Guillaume Lamy of Maison Ferrand. Plantation Cut & Dry Artisanal Rum has only been released in Barbados and BourbonBlog.com is among the few in the USA to have a bottle to review.  They also give new updates from the distillery taste Ferrand Renegade Barrel No. 3, and Plantation Stiggins' Fancy Pineapple Rum Smoky Formula finished in Blackpitts casks from Teeling Irish Whiskey. Feeling thirsty? We host Bourbon tastings, Rum, and spirit events both virtually and in-person, email [email protected] to connect and start the conversation. 

Cigar Master Blender Chico Rivas and Sanj Patel Talk SP104 Red Edidiotn Cigar on Cigar Saturday. Artist Mario Pena also joins the conversation as Mario Peña designed the art for the cigar label. Hosts Matty Rock and Tom Fischer talk with the three gentlemen the about the SP1014 Red and the upcoming SP1014 Black which will be launched in 2023 as they pair Bourbon whiskeys with the cigar. Follow Chivas on Insta on @franciscorivas122 Follow Sanj on Insta on @sanjssmokeshop Find Mario and his art on MapStudios.co

And we taste all 6 of them on this whiskey podcast. Bourbon expert tastes through them  with Hard Truth Distilling Co.. Master Distiller Bryan Smith  The limited edition Origin Series – three, whiskeys they crafted in Kentucky during Hard Truth’s early exploration into what is now their award-winning Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey. They taste the new Chocolate Malt, Mated, and Caramel Malt Rye Hard Truth Rye Whiskeys.

Whiskey tasting and review of Savage & Cooke's Lil Guero Bourbon Whiskey at 7 years old and Guero Rye Finished in Cognac Barrels as Master Distiller Jordan joins Bourbon expert Tom Fischer in this podcast. These limited edition offerings are only part of the whiskey portfolio from Napa winemaker Dave Phinney's Nothern California Distillery.  Feeling thirsty? We host Bourbon tastings . Contact us at [email protected] about both our virtual and in-person whiskey and  Bourbon tasting services. 

Live in Las Vegas, Cigar Saturday brings you an update from Cigar Aficionado's Big Smoke Las Vegas 2022.  Bourbon expert Tom Fischer is broadcasting and Matty Rock is joining him live in this podcast from Vegas as he is with Drew Estate to showcase the new M81 Blackened Cigars to pair with Blackened American Whiskey and Joya de Nicaragua cigars. 

What more do you need for a pairing with Bourbon and cigars on a Cigar Saturday Live show than the original Chopped Cheese Sandwich? We talk with our guest Rey De La Cruz - the founder and owner of Salt Pepper Ketchup of Hawthorne, New Jersey about how his new establishment has brought this classic and others like the Monte Cristo back to New Jersey.  Bourbon expert Tom Fischer along with Matty Rock are also joined by friends including actor  Glen DiGirolamo and Sanj Patel on this Cigar Saturday podcast. Watch our other episodes on YouTube.com/BourbonBlog and subscribe to this splendid podcast channel which brings you all things Bourbon, whiskey, and cigars! 

Bourbon expert Tom Fischer is the first to review the new Weller by Cohiba 2022 as he also chats with Sean Williams of Cohiba in this podcast.  Learn about this second edition of the Weller by Cohiba and how it was made with a Weller bourbon barrel-aged tobacco. Williams and Fischer share tasting notes and discuss while they enjoy the new limited edition cigar.

The rare 15 and 18-Year-Old King of Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey are the oldest Bourbons ever released under the label! So in this Bourbon podcast, Bourbon expert Tom Fischer chats with Master Distiller Chris Morris and tastes the King of Kentucky 2022 release. 

Distiller and historian Alan Bishop of Spirits of French Lick joins Bourbon Expert Tom Fischer to taste and chat about the new Scott Rye Whiskey, the distillery's first Bottled in Bond rye whiskey release   They also review and taste The Old Clifty Hoosier Apple Brandy. Spirits of French Lick is based in West Baden Springs, Indiana, and is home to Indiana Bourbon, absinthes, and names like Mattie Gladden Bourbon Whiskey, and Lee Sinclair Bourbon Whiskey.  Also find us out on YouTube.com/BourbonBlog .

Sanj Patel joins Matty Rock and Bourbon expert Tom Fischer Blender to talk about his forthcoming release of the new  SP1014 Black Cigar Release. Sanj partnered with Master Blender Eladio Diaz. Sanj talks about the profile and the launch of the new cigar and expresses how happy he is to partner with Eladio. The cigar will launch on 10-14-22, also Sanj's birthday and there will be a launch event at Sanj's Smoke Shop in Bloomfield, New Jersey. This release will only be available at select retail partners. 

These important life questions and more about BBQ are answered by Chef Robert Austin Cho in New Jersey! Chef and Pitmaster Robert Cho, owner of Kimchi Smoke &  and the new FatCho Shack, join Bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Matty Rock on Cigar Saturday in this podcast. You may have seen Cho compete against celebrity Chef Bobby Flay on Food Network's Beat Bobby Flay. While it started as a Texas meets Korean BBQ, now it is so much more with both Dominican Republic and Filipino cuisine influence   Cho is is the BBQ chef extraordinaire and more...learn his BBQ and burger tips in this Bourbon podcast!  Thirsty? Visit BourbonBlog.com/tastings to learn about our Bourbon tastings both virtually and in person.