The Third Pour

Cheers to 50 episodes, Third Pour Family! 🥃🎉We made it to the big 50, and there’s no better way to celebrate than dropping a special episode just in time for National Bourbon Day! To mark the milestone, The Doc and Izzy are hanging out in the studio, and we’ve brought along a very special guest, our good friend and ultimate bourbon brother, T.This isn't your standard structured review. Tonight, it’s just three bourbon guys doing what we do best: cracking jokes, sharing laughs, and sharing a deep love for the spirit.We’re kicking things off with a little Bourbon 101 as we break down the strict legal requirements that actually make a whiskey a bourbon (no, it doesn't just have to come from Kentucky!). From there, things get wild. We are diving headfirst into a massive lineup of sample bottles graciously gifted to us by our incredible friends across the bourbon community.Grab your favorite Glencairn, pour a heavy double, and celebrate 50 episodes of great pours and better company with us! Support the Show: Leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform—it’s the best free way to help the channel grow!

📝 Episode DescriptionThis Fresh Crack Friday, The Doc and Izzy are breaking the seal on a monster of a bottle: Dark Arts Whiskey House 16-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey—the legendary "Buff Turkey" batch.Clocking in 122.6, this rare, dark nectar has been highly anticipated in the studio. But you know how we roll at The Third Pour—we don't drink the label, and we don't buy into the secondary market hysteria.In this episode, Izzy and The Doc give you the raw, unfiltered first impressions right out of the gate.🪵 Inside This Episode: The Fresh Crack: First nose, first sip, and the immediate reaction to this 16-year-old heavy hitter. Whiskey Lore: We dive deep into the fascinating origins of the "Buff Turkey" story—where did this juice come from, and why does it carry such a massive reputation among enthusiasts? The Verdict: We break down the flavor profile, assess the heat, and give it our definitive rating. Is it an all-time classic worth the chase, or is it riding the wave of bottle bias?Pour yourself a glass, pull up a chair, and let's find out if Dark Arts truly has magic in the bottle.Drop a comment below: Have you tried anything from Dark Arts Whiskey House? What’s your ultimate "unicorn" bottle?Cheers! 🥃#TheThirdPour #FreshCrackFriday #DarkArtsWhiskey #BuffTurkey

Blind Box #33: Sugar Shocker & The Great Canine WalkoutWelcome back to The Third Pour, where the pours are blind, the whiskeys are baffling, and the technical difficulties are guaranteed!This week, The Doc and Izzy dive headfirst into the mystery box to tackle Sample #33, and things get off the rails fast. We pull out a pour that completely breaks our brains—an absolutely baffling, dessert-level sweet whiskey that has us questioning everything we know about mash bills and barrel aging. Is it a masterpiece, or a total sugar bomb? We try to strip away the bottle bias, but this liquid curveball has us spinning.To make matters better (or worse), we have a special studio guest: The Doc’s boxer, Charles! Unfortunately, Charles doesn't have the patience for high-proof evaluation. Right around the halfway mark, he realizes there are no snacks involved, gives us a look of pure judgment, and stages a live walkout.Combine that with Izzy’s microphone deciding to ghost the audio track every five minutes, and you have a masterclass in typical Third Pour chaos.Pour yourself a glass of something good, tolerate our technical gremlins, and let's find out what the heck is inside Sample #33!

Kilts on, bottles cracked, and zero filters engaged. On this edition of Fresh Crack Friday, The Doc and Izzy are cracking open one of the most talked-about, highly coveted hidden gems making waves right now: Silver Springs Sweet Rye Whiskey.Bottled at cask strength with a unique mash bill (65\% Rye, 20\% Malted Barley, 15\% Corn), this single barrel release is designed to turn traditional, dry rye conventions completely on their head.The verdict? We both absolutely love this bottle. It packs a deep, complex, sweet-and-spicy punch, but drinks beautifully below its actual proof.Of course, a pour this good warrants some celebration... and some classic The Third Pour derailment: The Doc deploys his patented double sip to break down the real layers of the juice. Izzy keeps the conversation rolling and the energy high while the bottles are open. And naturally, because we are who we are, it isn't long before the guys take some mandatory shots at the state of Missouri.The juice is phenomenal, the energy is wild, and the kilts are non-negotiable. Grab a glass, hit that subscribe button, and don't drink the hype!Have you managed to hunt down a bottle of Silver Springs yet? Let us know what you think in the comments!

The Doc is finally on the hot seat! Everyone knows The Doc absolutely loves Weller Antique 107. It’s his benchmark wheater—but what happens when you strip away the label and remove the bottle bias?In this wild and unscripted episode, The Doc's wife, Curly D, joins the crew to keep everyone honest. Izzy and The Doc drink their way through four blind wheated bourbon samples, breaking down the juice in the glass to rank them purely on taste. Will the legendary Weller Antique 107 hold its crown, or will a dark horse take the top shelf spot?Just when you think the tasting is wrapped, pure chaos hits the studio. The Doc’s dogs, Hope and Charlie, crash the set, causing Curly D to yell, Izzy to shriek like a girl, and the entire episode to devolve into typical Third Pour mayhem.Pour yourself a pour, hit that subscribe button, and find out if The Doc actually picked his favorite bottle!

Had us in the first half, not gonna lie... 🥃❌On this Fresh Crack Friday, The Doc and Izzy are cracking open a highly anticipated bottle: Knob Creek Blender’s Edition #1.Right out of the gate, things are looking bright. The nose is inviting, the initial taste hits all the right notes, and it feels like a certified winner. But then... the finish happens. Or rather, doesn't happen. Watch as the excitement completely falls off a cliff when the final notes disappear.As always, expect the typical high-energy hijinks, unfiltered banter, and honest takes you only get from The Third Pour crew. Does the nose save the pour, or does the finish ruin the bottle? Let’s find out!

High Energy. Big Laughs. Zero Distractions. 🥃📦When a mystery sample hits the glass, the hype goes out the window and the intense evaluation begins. In this episode of The Third Pour, The Doc and Izzy sit down to take on the infamous Blind Box, cracking open Sample #49.From the very first swirl, The Doc is hot on the trail. While Izzy keeps the energy high and the laughs rolling, The Doc refuses to be distracted by the banter or the "bottle bias." Watch as he puts his palate to the ultimate test—nosing out the nuances, breaking down the profile, and completely dialing in on the exact distiller, the proof, and the product.Did he nail it perfectly, or did the Blind Box claim another victim? There’s only one way to find out.Pour yourself a dram, drop your guesses in the comments, and let’s see if you can guess it before the big reveal!👥 Follow the Show Subscribe for more Anti-Hype Tastings: [Link] Instagram: @TheThirdPour Facebook: /TheThirdPour

Three fresh cracks. One epic episode. Absolutely zero rules. On this edition of Fresh Crack Friday, The Doc and Izzy are diving headfirst into a massive triple-header from the Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series. We are cracking open three limited- edition bottles right on camera, giving you our raw, unfiltered, first-impression reactions. No "neck pour" excuses allowed here—just pure, honest takes from the very first drop.The whiskey lineup for today's gauntlet: Selection #016: Tennessee Rye Whiskey Finished in Table Syrup Barrels (111.4 Proof) Selection #010: Sweet Mash Straight Tennessee Whiskey (117 Proof) Selection #015: Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey (107 Proof)The juice is absolutely incredible and carries the conversation early on, but let’s be honest—whenever it's just The Doc and Izzy left to their own devices with three open bottles of high-proof Jack, it’s only a matter of time before the wheels come off and things go completely south.Pour yourself a glass, hit that subscribe button, and join us for the chaos!What's your favorite Jack Daniel's release? Let us know in the comments below!

The Blind Box Stumps the Show!Can a single mystery sample completely break the show? Spoiler alert: Yes, yes it can.In this episode of The Third Pour, The Doc and Izzy step up to the plate against Sample #45 from the infamous blind box. What was supposed to be a standard, no-marketing-fluff review quickly goes completely off the rails.From the very first nosing, this pour throws a massive wrench in the gears. We’re talking a bizarre, unmistakable Earl Grey tea aroma and flavor profile, paired with a deceptively great mouthfeel that lures you in just before it hits you with a massive, long, hot-as-hell finish.As the confusion sets in and the ABV starts talking, the boys lose the script entirely. For reasons nobody can quite explain, they decide mid-show that it's time to expand the crew—putting out an official, completely unprompted invitation for Tom Selleck and Cuba Gooding Jr. to join the podcast. (Hey, if you guys are watching, the pour is poured).Against all odds, after a lot of head-scratching, second-guessing, and pure chaos, Izzy and The Doc actually manage to agree on the final rating.What the hell is in this bottle? Is it a masterpiece, or did we just drink boozy morning tea?Grab a glass, hit play, and watch the trainwreck unfold. Tune in to see the final reveal!

It is another Fresh Crack Friday on The Third Pour, and this week, The Doc and Izzy are breaking the seal on a heavy hitter: Elijah Craig 15 Year Old Single Barrel.This isn't just another high-aged statement; it’s an experience that defies the typical "bottle bias". Both hosts are in full agreement on this pour—it is incredibly deep, rich, and carries a unique character that transports you straight to an old, abandoned sawmill tucked away in the mountains.Join us as we dive into the oak, the history, and the complexity of this 15-year expression. We’re stripping away the marketing hype to see if the liquid in the glass lives up to the legendary Elijah Craig name.In This Episode:• The Fresh Crack: Witness the first pour of the Elijah Craig 15 and our immediate unfiltered reactions.• Tasting Notes: We explore the deep, woody profile that reminds us of mountain air and weathered cedar.• No-Hype Analysis: Does the 15-year age statement hold its own, or is it just another "allocated" trophy?.Grab a glass, settle in, and let’s get to work.Follow The Third Pour:• Subscribe for more double-blind tastings and honest reviews.

In this installment of The Third Pour, Izzy and The Doc face the ultimate test of the palate: the dreaded blind box. The atmosphere is thick with anticipation (and perhaps a hint of oak) as they reach for Sample #24.From the first swirl, there’s a flicker of recognition. It’s the "whiskey déjà vu" every enthusiast fears and loves—that nagging sense that the bottle is sitting right on their home shelf, yet the name remains just out of reach.The Tasting Notes• The Consensus: Both Izzy and The Doc are immediately floored by the quality. It’s a certified crowd-pleaser that hits all the right notes, leading to a rare moment of pure, undistracted enjoyment.• The Struggle: As the glass drains, the detective work begins. They trade theories, dissecting the mash bill and the finish, but the identity of Sample #24 remains a ghost.• The Near Miss: The Doc puts his reputation on the line, narrowing in on the heat. He manages to almost nail the proof with surgical precision, but even that mathematical win isn't enough to unmask the distillery.Will the reveal bring a "D'oh!" moment, or is Sample #24 a hidden gem they never saw coming?"It’s like meeting an old friend in a dark room—you know the voice, you love the company, but you just can't put a face to the name."

Fresh Crack Friday ChaosWhat happens when the "Blind Box" collides with a Fresh Crack Friday? Absolute chaos.Join GT and The Doc for a high-energy, blind tasting episode that goes completely off the rails. The guys start by recapping The Doc’s recent Kentucky trip, including a deep dive into their visit with Anthony from The Mash Up podcast at the legendary Justin’s House of Bourbon.Between stories from the trail and a few inevitable rabbit holes, the blind pour is revealed—but the night is far from over. Stick around for the "After the Pour" segment, where The Doc blindsides GT with a second surprise bottle: an RD One Amburana Finished bourbon.Grab a glass and settle in—this one gets wild. Highlights from this episode:• The KY Recap: Behind the scenes at Justin’s House of Bourbon with Anthony from The Mash Up.• The Blind Reveal: Does the juice live up to the hype?• The Double Down: A surprise second "Fresh Crack" that sends the show into overdrive.• The Finish: Breaking down the unique profile of Amburana-finished whiskey.Enjoy the pour!

Can Izzy and The Doc survive the first pull from the Blind Box?The rules are simple: one mystery sample, zero context, and two palettes put to the ultimate test. Things start off strong as The Doc manages to pin down the proof with surgical precision. Izzy follows up with a masterclass in tasting, identifying the distiller and coming this close to naming the exact bottle.But in true Third Pour fashion, the wheels fall off just as they reach the finish line. Watch (or listen) as they snatch defeat from the jaws of victory, steering the review straight off a cliff into a completely different territory.To wrap things up, the guys head over to the mailbag to answer your burning questions in a new segment of Viewer Mail.In This Episode:• The First Pull: Diving into Sample #1.• The Guess: Nailing the distiller, missing the mark.• The Spiral: How it all went wrong in the final minutes.• Viewer Mail: Izzy and The Doc tackle your questions.Grab a glass, pour a dram, and join us for the ride!Follow the Journey:📸 Instagram: @ThirdPour🎵 TikTok: @ThirdPour📺 YouTube: Subscribe for more Blind Box action!#ThirdPour #BourbonPodcast #BlindTasting #WhiskeyCommunity #BlindBoxEpisode

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.