The Third Pour

The Kilt, The Quips, and a Triple-Aged Crack 🥃It’s Fresh Crack Friday, and things are getting a little... breezy in the studio. In this week’s "Third Pour," the Doc decides to embrace his inner highlander, surprising Izzy by showing up in a full kilt. Whether it’s the freedom of the pleats or the quality of the spirits, this episode quickly spirals into the beautiful, chaotic madness you’ve come to love.The Flight of the DayWe aren't just opening one bottle; we’re diving deep into the Penelope American Light Whiskey archives. We put our palates to the test with a massive vertical tasting:• The 13-Year Old: The "entry-level" (if you can even call it that) powerhouse.• The 15-Year Old: Where the oak starts to tell a real story.• The 18-Year Old: The elder statesman of the group.What to Expect• Wardrobe Malfunctions? Not quite, but the Doc’s kilt definitely changes the "vibe" of the room.• Off the Rails: With 62 minutes of runtime, we had plenty of room for the conversation to veer wildly off-course. From whiskey notes to nonsensical tangents, nothing was off-limits.• Big Laughs: Between Izzy’s reactions to the outfit and the escalating proof of the whiskey, the banter is at an all-time high.Warning: This is a long one! Pour yourself a double, get comfortable, and join us for over an hour of whiskey-fueled hijinks.Watch/Listen now to see if the 18-year-old lives up to the hype—and if the Doc can keep it professional in Highland attire.

In this episode, Izzy and The Doc sit down for Sample #19, and to say things went "off the rails" would be an understatement. When you have no idea what’s in the glass, the conversation goes places even the master distillers didn't intend.Despite their best efforts to break down the profile, Sample #19 kept its secrets close. From wild guesses to total proof-miscalculations, the guys enjoyed every drop of the pour—even if they couldn't name it to save their lives.In this episode:​ The Mystery of #19: Why this specific sample had the guys questioning everything they know about bourbon.​ Off the Rails: A deep dive into... well, whatever Izzy and The Doc started talking about once the whiskey took over.​ The Reveal: Watch (or listen) as the blindfold comes off and the "Blind Box" claims another victory.Grab a glass, pour a double, and join The Third Pour crew for an episode that proves sometimes the best whiskey is the one you can't identify.