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Send us Fan MailMay the 4th be with you.The Bourbon Nerdz are back for our 2nd Annual Star Wars Special: Revenge of the Sip—and this time, we’re raising the stakes. Featuring pours from Ironroot Republic, we blend bold Texas bourbon with a galaxy far, far away for an episode that’s equal parts deep dive and spirited debate.We pick up where last year’s conversation left off—revisiting theories, expanding on lore, and exploring what’s changed across the ever-growing Star Wars universe. From fresh content and character arcs to behind-the-scenes shifts, nothing is off-limits.Of course, it wouldn’t be Bourbon Nerdz without some strong opinions. We dig into our latest hot takes, challenge fan-favorite narratives, and maybe stir the pot a little more than we should—all while sipping on some seriously good whiskey.So grab a glass, settle in, and join us as we travel through hyperspace once again—because this is where bourbon meets the Force.Revenge of the Sip has arrived.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this special episode of Bourbon Nerdz, we’re getting “A Little Dusty on the Bottle” with our good friend Daniel Prewett. Daniel swings by with a lineup of true bourbon treasures—dusty bottles from the early days that you just don’t come across anymore.We dive into the history behind these pours, crack them open, and experience what bourbon used to taste like straight from the source. From forgotten labels to nostalgic flavors, this episode is part tasting, part time machine.Sit back, pour yourself something nice, and join us as we explore rare finds, share stories, and appreciate just how far bourbon has come—one dusty bottle at a time.Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to Bourbon Nerdz! In this episode, “What’s New 2026,” we’re diving headfirst into everything fresh and exciting in the bourbon world and beyond. We break down the latest label changes catching our eye, highlight some highly anticipated upcoming releases, and give our thoughts on what’s worth the hype (and what might not be).But it’s not all whiskey—because you know we can’t help ourselves—we also shift gears into the NFL offseason, talking big moves, rumors, and what teams are setting themselves up for success this year. To round things out, we share some personal updates, what we’ve been sipping lately, and what’s coming next for Bourbon Nerdz.Crack a pour, kick back, and catch up with us as we explore what’s new in 2026—from barrel to brain.Support the show

Send us Fan MailEpisode 50 – Best $50 Bourbons | Featuring Our Friend EthanWe made it to Episode 50! To celebrate this milestone, the Bourbon Nerdz brought in our good friend Ethan to break down one of the best sweet spots in whiskey — bourbon around the $50 range.In this episode, we dive into the bottles that deliver the best bang for your buck. From shelfer staples to bottles that punch way above their price tag, we each share our picks for the best $50 bourbons every whiskey fan should know about.Whether you're just getting into bourbon or you're a seasoned hunter looking for the next great pour that won’t break the bank, this episode is packed with recommendations, tasting notes, and plenty of the usual Bourbon Nerdz banter.🥃 What’s the best bourbon you can buy for $50 or less? Let us know in the comments!In this episode:Celebrating our 50th episode milestoneOur picks for the best $50 bourbonsBottles that drink way above their price pointBourbon talk, laughs, and nerdy whiskey discussions with EthanIf you enjoy the episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and join the Bourbon Nerdz community!Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn “Hochatown 2.0,” the Bourbon Nerdz crew sits down once again with Blue McDaniel for an exclusive update on everything he’s been working on lately. From exciting new releases and behind-the-scenes stories to his trips to the capital and big plans for the future, Blue gives us the inside scoop on what’s next.We dive into the hustle, the passion, and the process behind building something special in the bourbon world—plus plenty of laughs and nerdy side quests along the way. 🥃🤓Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering Blue’s journey, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Bourbon 101—Nerdz style! In this episode, “Bourbon for Dummies,” we’re joined by Holden Wright as he takes his first real dive into the bourbon world. We break down everything from how to taste and what to buy to how not to get ripped off. It’s funny, informative, and perfect for anyone looking to level up their whiskey game.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The Bourbon Nerdz head to Hawkins to talk all things Stranger Things. We break down favorite characters, iconic moments, wild theories, and the highs and heartbreaks that made the series a cultural phenomenon. Grab a pour and join us for a nerdy dive into the Upside Down. Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Bourbon Nerdz, we take a hard (and honest) look at The State of Bourbon in 2026. From shifting market trends and changing availability to pricing, hype, and where the bourbon industry seems to be heading next, we break down what we’re seeing, what excites us, and what has us scratching our heads.But it wouldn’t be Bourbon Nerdz without going full nerd. We also dive into the football playoffs, owning our wins and losses from fantasy football — what we nailed, what we completely missed, and the takes that aged very poorly. From there, we talk about our most anticipated games and movies, plus a look ahead at some of the biggest things we’re excited about coming in 2026.Bourbon, sports, games, movies, and future predictions — it’s all here as we pour a glass and take stock of where we are and where we’re headed.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this year-end blowout episode of Bourbon Nerdz, we’re raising a glass and looking back at the best of the year across all the things we love. From Whiskey of the Year contenders and standout pours, to the top movies that owned our screens, we break down what hit hardest, what surprised us, and what earned a permanent spot on our shelves.We also dive into the game that swept The Game Awards, talk nerd culture highlights, and fire off plenty of rapid-fire takes, debates, and laughs as we close out the year Nerdz-style. Whether you’re here for bourbon, movies, games, or just hanging out with friends, this episode is the perfect toast to the year that was.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this week’s episode, we’re joined by Damon from Open Season Operator along with some fun tidbits from our buddy Theron. We dive deep into the origins of the legendary Cigar Batch whiskey—where it came from, why it blew up, and what makes it such a unique pour in the bourbon world.From there, we roll into a quick history lesson on cigars themselves, exploring how they evolved from ancient ritual to modern luxury. We also break down some of the most iconic cigar-smoking characters in fiction and non-fiction—from stone-cold badasses to larger-than-life personalities who helped define the “cigar guy” archetype.To wrap things up, we pivot into monster territory with a discussion on the brand-new Frankenstein movie, what the film gets right, and why the classic monster still hits today.Pour something good, light up if you’ve got it, and come hang out for a mix of bourbon lore, cigar culture, pop-culture fun, and monster madness.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this Thanksgiving episode, we’re joined by our friend Ethan Adams for a feast of bourbon, gratitude, and good vibes. We dive into the world of turkey-related bourbons—from Wild Turkey favorites to underrated holiday pours perfect for your Thanksgiving table.We also take a moment to reflect on what we’re thankful for, from the amazing guests and wild bourbon hunts to the growth of the Bourbon Nerdz community over this past year. As we look back on the laughs, the bottles, and the moments that made this year special, we raise a glass to all of you who’ve been on the journey with us.Sit back, grab your favorite pour, and enjoy this cozy, heartfelt holiday hangout. Happy Thanksgiving from the Bourbon Nerdz!Support the show

Send us Fan MailIt’s officially been one year of the Bourbon Nerdz, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how — with good friends, great stories, and some absolute unicorn pours.For our anniversary episode, we’re joined by two of our favorite people, Tim Hughes and Aaron Patterson, as we look back at the biggest moments, craziest hunts, funniest fails, and unexpected wins from our first year of podcasting and whiskey adventures.We share the highlights, the behind-the-scenes stories, and everything we learned along the way… all while cracking into bottles we’ve been saving for a special occasion. 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your favorite Bourbon Nerdz moment from the past year in the comments! Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe Bourbon Nerdz Halloween Special is here — and things are about to get mad.In true Frankenstein fashion, we become mad scientists behind the bar, mixing up some wild bourbon creations that may or may not defy the laws of whiskey. Along the way, we dive deep into all things horror — from classic slashers to underrated gems — joined by our special guest and fellow horror fanatic Casey Miller.Expect laughs, chaos, horror nerd talk, and bourbon experiments that might just come alive. ⚡💀 What’s Inside:Bourbon “mad science” mixology experimentsHorror movie talk with Casey MillerLaughs, chaos, and plenty of whiskey-fueled opinionsIf you love bourbon, horror, and Halloween, this episode is your perfect cocktail.👉 Hit subscribe, like, and tell us your favorite Halloween pour or horror movie in the comments!Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Bourbon Nerdz, we raise a glass to the legend himself—Elijah Craig, the Father of Bourbon. We dive into the brand’s rich history and talk about some exciting upcoming bottle releases you’ll want on your radar.But as always, we wander into all kinds of nerdy territory—covering the Joe Flacco trade, the ongoing Mark Sanchez drama, and our thoughts on the brand-new Mortal Kombat 2 trailer. We also dig into the controversy surrounding the Ed Gein Netflix show, share a few cocktails to fall in love with, and preview some upcoming bourbon events.It’s bourbon, football, movies, and madness—served neat.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Bourbon Nerdz, we dive into the story and craftsmanship behind Peerless Distilling—a true legacy reborn in the bourbon world. But as always, the conversation doesn’t stop there! We chat about the rumored Tesla phone, give our latest football updates, and dive into a spooky segment on horror movies that’ll get you in the Halloween spirit.We also share 5 books recommended by Cody and wrap things up by talking about some exciting upcoming bourbon raffles you won’t want to miss.It’s bourbon, tech, football, horror, and a little bit of everything in between—just another pour with the Bourbon Nerdz.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe Bourbon Nerdz return with a killer episode featuring special guest Daniel Prewett! We dive into the world of 13th Colony Distillery, break down our panic or patience fantasy football takes, and slash our way through a deep dive on the legendary Friday the 13th film series.It’s bourbon, touchdowns, horror, and plenty of laughs—all in one episode.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn true Mortal Kombat fashion, the Bourbon Nerdz are back with a knockout episode. This time we dive into the world of finished whiskeys—breaking down the different processes, flavors, and what sets them apart.But that’s not all—we go full nerd mode debating the best and worst game sequels and the best and worst movie sequels of all time. From flawless victories to total flops, nothing is safe.Pour a glass, press start, and let’s talk bourbon, games, and movies.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, the Bourbon Nerdz dive into the story behind Blue Note Distillery while sipping on some of their pours. We break down the highs and lows of Week 1 of football season, share our favorite music-inspired movies, and just kick back for a fun, easygoing conversation full of laughs.It’s bourbon, football, movies, and good vibes—the perfect way to start the season.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Bourbon Nerdz, we dive into the world of Sagamore Spirits and their award-winning ryes before things get a little wild. From potential Doomsday drama to building our own Bourbon Mount Rushmore, the pours are flowing and so are the hot takes.We keep it competitive with a This or That: Fantasy Football Edition, debut a brand-new segment called “What Are You Listening To?”, and wrap it all up with a surprise blind for Garrett that you won’t want to miss.It’s bourbon, sports, music, and plenty of laughs—all in one pour.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Bourbon Nerdz, we dive into the story of Hard Truth Distillery and unpack the latest on the Old Uncle Nearest lawsuit shaking up the whiskey world. From there, we shift gears into our updated fantasy football takes (some of us might already regret our picks), and then wrap things up with a lively debate on our favorite Tom Cruise and Jack Nicholson movies.Oh—and Cody gets hit with a surprise blind tasting that you won’t want to miss. 👀🥃It’s bourbon, football, movies, and plenty of laughs all in one pour.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this special episode, the Bourbon Nerdz pour a few glasses and break down our fantasy football predictions for the year. From sleeper picks to bold calls, championship hopes to total busts—we cover it all while sipping some seriously good bourbon.Whether you’re here for the whiskey, the football, or just the friendly trash talk, this one’s got a little something for every fan.#BourbonNerdz #FantasyFootball #BourbonPodcast #WhiskeyAndFootball #DraftDaySupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, the Bourbon Nerdz pour a glass of New Riff and dive deep into the distillery’s story and flavors. But the galaxy of geekery doesn’t stop there—we debate the most disappointing comic characters of all time, and share our thoughts on recent movie watches including Superman and The Fantastic Four.It’s bourbon, it’s comics, it’s cinema… and maybe just a little bit of friendly nerdery smack talk.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we’re joined by longtime radio host Michael Gabbard as we dive into the golden days of radio, his journey behind the mic, and how bourbon fits into it all. From his favorite whiskeys to his thoughts on broadcast-style movies, and even a few hot takes on his beloved sports teams—this one covers it all.Whether you're a fan of smooth pours or smooth voices, this episode delivers both. So tune in, pour a glass, and let’s turn the dial to “nerd out.”Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Dungeons and Drams! 🎲🥃 Grab your dice and your dram—because we’re diving into a world of monsters, magic, and mayhem! In this D&D-themed episode, we’re joined by the incredibly talented voice actor Ben Phillips, along with adventuring companions Michelle Rosas and Aaron Patterson, as our fearless Dungeon Master Jon leads us on a wild, whiskey-fueled journey through the realms.Expect epic battles, questionable decisions, terrible dice rolls, and maybe a little bourbon-inspired bravery. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a curious newcomer, this is one campaign you won't want to miss.Roll initiative. Pour a drink. Let the chaos begin.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this high-impact episode of Bourbon Nerdz, we sit down with real-life lethal weapon Kayl Bryant—jujitsu master, fitness junkie, and all-around badass. We dive into his martial arts journey, the grind to becoming a master, and the secrets to staying healthy without giving up everything you love. Plus, we break down the most realistic (and laughably fake) martial arts scenes in movie history. If you’ve ever wondered whether that spinning backflip kick would actually work in real life—this episode’s for you. Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe tracked down the elusive Bouron Hunter (no tranquilizers needed) and picked his brain about rare bottles, wild bourbon hunts, and some of the best bourbons for a budget. Spoiler: Lots of Old Grandad 114 discussions.Pour a glass, hit play, and prepare to laugh, learn, and question your life choices at the bourbon aisle.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss the recent finals finishes in the NBA and NHL while tasting some of the Penelope has to offer. Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we delve deep into the mythology of the coveted "BuffTurkey" that has been causing chaos in the bourbon community. We are joined by good friend of the Bourbon Nerdz Theron Epp as he shares some history of this exciting combination of bourbon giants.Support the show

Send us Fan MailOn this episode we discuss our mid-year best of bourbon. Join us and see what we have on top.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we visit the beautiful and weird Still Austin Distilling where we speak to Education Director Jason Harry. Jason takes us on a journey of the beginning of Still Austin and some things to look for in the future. Don't miss this one of a kind episode.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we visit the city of Austin where we will visit and interview Still Austin Distillery. We discuss movies with Austin being deemed "Hollywood of the South" and delve into Lucky Seven bourbon which has a long history with old school cinema.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we speak with Randall Sullivan where we talk about his YouTube channel Bourbon Real Talk, his work with the Someone Say Whiskey group, and his bourbon brand The Prideful Goat. Come have some fun with us.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we welcome YouTuber Damon Del with Open Season Operator as we drink some of the best bourbons out there including the latest Jack Daniel's offerings. Will the 14 be bourbon of the year?Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss budget friendly options for your bourbon collection, so you don't have to break the bank. We highlight the Benchmark offerings along with a fun blind for Cody. Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn a galaxy far, far away...there were three bourbon nerdz who drink Redwood Empire and talk all things Star Wars. The good, the bad and the ugly. Come join us along as we discuss the past and the future of this iconic franchise. May the fourth be with you.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we celebrate our friend Chad Bentley's birthday by drinking and trying some Japanese whiskey along with talking about tattoos, hockey, our favorite Val Kilmer movies (RIP) and some tips to get you fit for summer.Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe talk to 3 Doors Down drummer and owner of Greg's Rockin Goat coffee shop. He talks about his career in the music industry including his time with Puddle of Mudd, Chris Cornell and 3 Doors Down along with opening his own coffee shop. Join us in this exciting episode.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we have our good friend Aaron of the USA Army join us. We discuss many fun things including Green River Distillery and its history, new distillery releases upcoming this year, NFL free agency news, we discuss our favorite military movies and finish with some fitness tips with Aaron. Green River live from the river at the Last Wild River Resort in Hochatown, OK.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss the Bowman Brothers Distillery, the Whiskey Riot event we attended, the NCAA March Madness tournament, Twister movies since it is storm season and some really exciting updates coming from the Bourbon Nerdz.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we speak with local business owner Jamie Summit about his bar (Aegir's Lounge), why the Bourbon Junkies have bad taste, with some MCU talk as we discuss some of Jamie's favorite things and he shares some awesome bottles with us.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss the history of the St. Patrick's day holiday while discussing some of our favorite Irish food and movies. Grab your favorite Irish whiskey, sit down, relax and enjoy your time with us!Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we stop off at Denison Texas to chat with Robert Likarish of the Ironroot Republic Distillery as we discuss their history, their award winning spirits and where they are going into the future.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss what bottled in bond means and how it began including EH Taylor himself. We discuss our favorite James Bond movies, adults fighting over Pokemon cards, Post Malone dominating another genre and the all-star games. Tune in for an exciting episode!Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss the history of Barton 1792, some Scream news including theories for the upcoming movie, the Luka trade, and are awards shows a sham? Tune in for this exciting episode!Support the show

Send us Fan MailPart 2 of our two part distillery exclusive with Hochatown Distilling Company Owner Blue McDaniel. Listen as Blue delves deep into the Oklahoma laws, the history of the distillery and some exciting things they may be offering in the future.Support the show

Send us Fan MailEthan joins us again as we drink Maker's Mark, we make our Super Bowl predictions, we discuss Lord of the Rings, and we reveal our favorite westerns. Come on in. The Water's fine. On location at The Last Wild River Resort.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis is part 1 of our 2 part distillery exclusive featuring Hochatown Distilling Company. This episode features Production Manager/Tour Guide Rod Davis. We delve deep into the history of the city of Hochatown and it's history including moonshine running and bigfoot, the distillery and what the future holds. We are excited to bring you this in depth exclusive.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday on the Bourbon Nerdz we discuss the enchanting story behind the Four Roses distillery, the backstory of Dry January, I rant about the Kansas City Chiefs that you won't want to miss, and we talk about recent shows like Squid Games and The Boys. Join us for episode 9!Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we discuss the Jim Beam Distillery and talk about professional music and a deep dive into the DC past and present with guest Ethan Adams.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday we look into the meaning of a double oaked bourbon while discussing the history of Woodford Reserve. We also delve deep into the upcoming and the past of the MCU including upcoming releases and RDJ as Dr Doom.Support the show