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The Bourbon Hunters Podcast
by The Bourbon Hunters
The Bourbon Hunters podcast is a weekly long-form conversation hosted by Brett Bryan, Tyler Schaefer, and Dude Poole. Guests include friends, bartenders, distillers, bar and restaurant owners, along with other various bourbon enthusiasts. Discussions revolve around topical events and stories about daily life while tasting and sharing their thoughts on various bourbons.
Episodes
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The History of Maker's Mark - Bourbon Brief
Today we’re heading down to Loretto, Kentucky, to look at a brand that literally changed the face of bourbon: We will be discussing Maker’s Mark on this week’s Bourbon Brief. If you picture a bottle of Maker’s Mark, you immediately think of one thing: that iconic, melting drip of red wax. But the...
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Halloween Candy Pairing 2026
On this episode, we sit down for our annual halloween candy episode. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at bourbonhunters.com where you can find out about my new book, and get Bourbon…
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OHLQ Old Elk Single Barrels - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude and JD rate the upcoming OHLQ Old Elk Single Barrel releases. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at bourbonhunters.com where you can...
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James Beauregard Beam - Bourbon Brief
On this week’s Bourbon Brief we’re talking about a name you’ve definitely seen on a square white label, but maybe don't know as well as you think: James Beauregard Beam. He didn’t just make whiskey; he survived Prohibition, rebuilt an empire from the ashes, and laid the foundation for one of the...
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Bourbon Brass & Beyond Simulcast
On this episode, Dude and JD join up with the guys at the Bourbon Brass & Beyond Podcast to talk about bourbon, some of our barrel picks, and Dude's recent book release. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over...
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Hartman's - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, another listener sends us a blind from a local distillery. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at bourbonhunters.com where you can find out...
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Evolution of the Master Distiller Role - Bourbon Brief
If you went back to Kentucky in the 1800s, the term "Master Distiller" didn't really exist on a business card. Distillers were farm workers, mechanics, or chemists. Today we will be discussing the evolution of the term on this week’s… Bourbon Brief. While you’re listening, head over to our…
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Peerless
On this episode, Dude, Brett, and JD drink through four different Peerless expressions. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at bourbonhunters.com where you can find out about my new book…
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Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude tries to pull one over on the fellas with something different. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at bourbonhunters.com where you can…
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Bourbon 30 Revisit!
Revisit of our old Bourbon 30 blends from September 2020, and some Four Roses Single Barrels Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Another Listener Blind!
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, JD and Dude are blinded by one of our listeners. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon…
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The Men Who Made American Bourbon
The Men Who Made American Bourbon publishes in five days and is a product of almost 7 years of my life. Here’s what happened between when I started my book and when I finished it. This episode dives into that story. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order…
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Finding Allocated Bottles
On this episode, Dude and JD discuss their opinions on finding allocated bottles, while drinking some new bourbons. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new...
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Barrel King Bourbon Games - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, JD brings over two of the Barrel King blends from this year’s Bourbon Games. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can…
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Austin Nichols Archives vs Beacon - 500th Episode!!
On this episode, Dude, JD, Jason, and Lorenzo celebrate our 500th episode by pitting Austin Nichols Archives against Beacon. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can…
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Old Carter
On this episode, Dude, JD, Jason, and Lorenzo drink through some Old Carter bottles while discussing life. So sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of... The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book,...
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Elijah Craig 15 Single Barrel Standoff!! - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, we review one Elijah Craig 15 SiB against another. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon...
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Walter Evans - Bourbon Brief
On today’s Bourbon Brief we will be talking about a congressman named Walter Evans. You have probably never heard of him. Almost nobody has. And that is the problem. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon Hunters glassware, and sign up...
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Crittenden's Cut Above Single Barrel - MEW
It’s Mouth Experience Wednesday!?!? On this episode, Dude blinds JD with a Crittenden’s Cut Above Single Barrel from Mash & Journey. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can...
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Hard Truth vs. Still Austin - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, a fan blinds us with Hard Truth Roasted Malt Rye and Still Austin Cask Strength Bourbon. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you...
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The Whiskey Trust - Bourbon Brief
In 1887, the American whiskey industry did something that should sound familiar. It organized itself into a trust modeled on Standard Oil. We will be talking about the Whiskey Trust on today’s…. Bourbon Brief. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new...
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Ben Holladay Experimental Collection
On this episode, Dude Brett, and JD drink through the Ben Holiday experimental collection. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon Hunters...
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Jack Daniels Coy Hill SiB - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode Dude blinds the guys with a Jack Daniels Coy Hill Single Barrel. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new…
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Albert B Blanton - Bourbon Brief
Today we’re exploring the life of a true titan of Kentucky whiskey—a man whose name is practically synonymous with the single-barrel bourbon revolution. We will be discussing Colonel Albert Bacon Blanton on this week’s... Bourbon Brief. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com…
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Evernorth Spirits
On this episode, Dude, Brett, and JD drink through some Evernorth Spirits. So sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of... the Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon Hunters glassware, and…
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Augusta 15-yr Buff Turkey - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode Dude blinds JD with an Augusta 15-yr Buff Turkey. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon…
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I. W. Bernheim - Bourbon Brief
Today we’re diving into the story behind one of the most recognizable names on the liquor store shelf. We will be discussing I.W. Bernheim on this… Bourbon Brief. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new book, Bourbon Hunters glassware, and sign up…
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Wild Turkey Austin Nichols Archive - Cheesy Gold Foil!!
On this episode, Dude and JD drink through some Wild Turkey LTO’s including the new Austin Nichols Archives release. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new...
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Woodinville 7-Yr Single Barrel - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode Dude blinds the guys with the new Woodinville 7 Yr Single Barrel. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to bourbonhunters.com where you can pre-order my new…
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Four Roses Anthology, and more!
On this episode, Dude, JD, Brett, and Jason sit down to try out some new Four Roses Anthology, Four Roses Mizunara Experimental, and EH Taylor Cured Oak. So sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to...
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Knob Creek Blenders Ed. and Elkwood Reserve SiB - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! This episode we get blinded by another strong lineup from Todd Ritter with the 01 Batch of Knob Creek Blender's Edition and an Elkwood Reserve 9-Yr Single Barrel. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While...
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J.W. Dant - Bourbon Brief
Today, we’re stepping back to 1836 in Nelson County, Kentucky, to look at one of the most resourceful pioneers in bourbon history. We will be discussing Joseph Washington Dant—better known as J.W. Dant, on this… Bourbon Brief. While you’re listening, head over to www.bourbonhunters.com where you...
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Tara Lindley from High West and the 2026 Prisoner's Share
On this episode, Dude and JD sit down with Tara Lindley from High West to discuss the 2026 Prisoner’s Share release. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. **Episode Correction: One of the Zinfandel is also one of the red wines in the...
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16-Year Dark Arts Buff Turkey - MEM
t’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode we get blinded by a 16 Year Old Buff Turkey from Dark Arts. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at bourbonhunters.com where you can purchase or...
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High West Distillery - Bourbon Brief
When you think of American whiskey, Kentucky and Tennessee usually dominate the conversation. But back in 2006, a biochemist named David Perkins and his wife Jane decided to build a dream in the Mountains. Today, we’re heading out West to Park City, Utah—a state not exactly known for its booming...
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Old Elk 10-Year Collection - BH479
On this episode, Dude and JD drink through the new Old Elk 10-year Collection. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to www.bourbonhunters.com where you can purchase my new book, Bourbon Hunters glassware…
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Latitude Spirits - MEM - BH478
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Todd Ritter blinds us again, this time with a trio from Latitude Spirits out of Rhode Island. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over…
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Elmer T. Lee - Bourbon Brief - BH477
In the late 1970s and early 80s, the American bourbon industry was in absolute freefall. Drinkers were turning away from whiskey in droves, opting for clear spirits like vodka and rum. Distilleries across Kentucky were shutting their doors, and the future looked incredibly bleak. But in 1984, one...
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2021 Booker's Lineup - BH476
On this episode, the fellas drink through the 2021 Bookers lineup. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. While you’re listening, head over to our website at www.bourbonhunters.com where you can purchase my new book, Bourbon Hunters…
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Bomb City Bourbon - MEM - BH475
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude and JD are blinded by one of our listeners. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to our website at…
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The History of Stitzel-Weller Distillery - Bourbon Brief - BH474
If you stroll through the quiet neighborhood of Shively, just south of Louisville, Kentucky, you might catch the faint scent of sweet vanilla and deep oak lingering in the air. You’re standing near a legend. Today we will be covering the Cathedral of Bourbon, the birthplace of the most coveted,...
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Blade and Bow 12 Year Solera Reserve - BH473
On this episode, Dude and the fellas sit down to drink the new Blade and Bow 12 Year Solera Reserve, and some other stuff along the way. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to our...
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Greg Metze - Bourbon Brief - BH472
For decades, you wouldn't have found his name anywhere on the label. In fact, he was arguably the most influential master distiller in America that the general public had never heard of. Today we are discussing the story of the ultimate "ghostwriter" of the whiskey world, Greg Metze… On this...
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Industry Happenings - BH471
On this episode, Brett, JD, and Dude hang out online and discuss some of the industry happenings. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to our website at...
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2026 Prisoner's Share - MEM - BH470
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude blinds the guys with the 2026 High West Prisoner’s Share. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to our website at...
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History of Jim Rutledge at Four Roses - Bourbon Brief - BH469
If you’ve ordered a glass of Four Roses Bourbon recently, you know it as a premium, top-shelf staple of the modern bourbon boom. But if you went looking for it in the United States forty years ago? You’d find a cheap, blended whiskey cut with neutral grain spirits that most serious bourbon…
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2026 Star Hill Farms - MEM - BH468
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, TThe fellas are blinded the new 2026 Star Hill Farms. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to our website at...
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More Blinds from Todd Ritter! - MEM - BH467
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Todd Ritter sends some blinds to the fellas, from Heaven Hill. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to our website at...
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History of Basil Hayden Sr - Bourbon Brief - BH466
If you’ve ever browsed the top shelves of a whiskey aisle, you’ve definitely seen it. An elegant, high-shouldered bottle wrapped in a paper-style label and strapped with a signature metal band. It reads: Basil Hayden. Today we will talk about his influence on the whiskey world, on this… Bourbon...
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King of Kentucky Small Batch and More!!
On this episode, Dude and the fellas sit down to some King of Kentucky Small Batch, Eddie Russell’s Russells 13 and the latest Little Book. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters. Have you thought about supporting our podcast? Head on over to...
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The Bourbon Hunters podcast is a weekly long-form conversation hosted by Brett Bryan, Tyler Schaefer, and Dude Poole. Guests include friends, bartenders, distillers, bar and restaurant owners, along with other various bourbon enthusiasts. Discussions revolve around topical events and stories about daily life while tasting and sharing their thoughts on various bourbons.
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