Bottle Bond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:01 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2372016 en-us © 2026 Bottle Bond yes 9d4fc4b0-891f-56f7-99ba-25e0eecbcf60 Bottle.Bond episodic true Join us at Bottle Bond where Chance, a whisky enthusiast, takes Adam, on a spirited journey through the rich history and nuanced flavors of bourbon, whisky, and scotch. Each episode is filled with fascinating historical insights about bourbon, captivating stories of unique and rare whisky finds, and plenty of light-hearted banter. Join us as we explore the world of whisky, savoring every drop of knowledge and fun along the way.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Bottle.Bond https://storage.buzzsprout.com/4ttr4078jhie4mrnc20ti3b4g5ht?.jpg Bottle Bond https://www.buzzsprout.com/2372016 Adam Chance A journey of flavors in 4 parts - Stop 2 - Day's Defile A journey of flavors in 4 parts - Stop 2 - Day's Defile The main driver for this cross country journey has arrived!   Shout out to Jon for the recommendation.  A Neat Freak extraordinaire!

Now these 2 pour people get together to examine a truly exceptionally made product - Day's Defile Whisky.  This one was a treat both in packaging and in flavor! 


Youtube: https://youtu.be/hGD2kvCIwHc

]]> The main driver for this cross country journey has arrived!   Shout out to Jon for the recommendation.  A Neat Freak extraordinaire!

Now these 2 pour people get together to examine a truly exceptionally made product - Day's Defile Whisky.  This one was a treat both in packaging and in flavor! 


Youtube: https://youtu.be/hGD2kvCIwHc

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-19593125 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1176 full false A journey of flavors in 4 parts - Stop 1 - King's County NY A journey of flavors in 4 parts - Stop 1 - King's County NY Jimmy brought in a local Idaho bottle some of his amazing friends shared with him and that got us plotting on a more interesting set of tastings.  Today we're starting the journey off in New York with King's County Bourbon


Check out the Youtube: https://youtu.be/ZSdIZvbMPv8

]]> Jimmy brought in a local Idaho bottle some of his amazing friends shared with him and that got us plotting on a more interesting set of tastings.  Today we're starting the journey off in New York with King's County Bourbon


Check out the Youtube: https://youtu.be/ZSdIZvbMPv8

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-19593043 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1326 full false Oaklore Story Series- Sometimes a facebook ad is a goldmine! Oaklore Story Series- Sometimes a facebook ad is a goldmine! Sometimes a late night doom scrolling can lead to a wonderful find!  Today we discuss  Oaklore, with a special shout out them for going the extra mile on kindness!  

And good to the last drop, literally!

watch the episode: https://youtu.be/7P14gk4o2no

]]> Sometimes a late night doom scrolling can lead to a wonderful find!  Today we discuss  Oaklore, with a special shout out them for going the extra mile on kindness!  

And good to the last drop, literally!

watch the episode: https://youtu.be/7P14gk4o2no

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-19582522 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0500 69 full false Not all Bourbon is poured Not all Bourbon is poured A little souvenir from my last run out to Kentucky.  Bourbon Balls - a tasty treat created in 1938 by Ruth Hanly Booe of the Rebecca Ruth Candy Company in Frankfort, Kentucky

]]> A little souvenir from my last run out to Kentucky.  Bourbon Balls - a tasty treat created in 1938 by Ruth Hanly Booe of the Rebecca Ruth Candy Company in Frankfort, Kentucky

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-19582565 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0500 742 full false Nashville rye 8 year Single Barrel Cask Strength Nashville rye 8 year Single Barrel Cask Strength The crew gets together to check out a tasty Nashville Rye bottle.  Highly recommended by one of the local buyers, let's see how it really holds up. 


Check out the youtube:  https://youtu.be/pzDPJmpv0Tk 

]]> The crew gets together to check out a tasty Nashville Rye bottle.  Highly recommended by one of the local buyers, let's see how it really holds up. 


Check out the youtube:  https://youtu.be/pzDPJmpv0Tk 

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18981156 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500 1222 full false A compass helps me find my way to Scotch A compass helps me find my way to Scotch After months... or maybe years of urging to open up his palate to Scotch, Adam finds that he's already had a few successes there.  Not all Scotch has to taste like band-aids and campfires.  Check out Compass Box Orchard House and see how happy Chance is that he may have finally gotten Adam on the path.


Watch the episode on Youtube! https://youtu.be/UcPjAeqe6_k

]]> After months... or maybe years of urging to open up his palate to Scotch, Adam finds that he's already had a few successes there.  Not all Scotch has to taste like band-aids and campfires.  Check out Compass Box Orchard House and see how happy Chance is that he may have finally gotten Adam on the path.


Watch the episode on Youtube! https://youtu.be/UcPjAeqe6_k

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-19399935 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0500 642 full false Hirsh Bivouac - A second... or call that a Third opinion Hirsh Bivouac - A second... or call that a Third opinion Chance gets a moment to catch up on some missed pours, and takes a swing at that Hirsch Bivouac from https://youtu.be/FvXAlBfk040


Catch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/fVXhV58k0mc

]]> Chance gets a moment to catch up on some missed pours, and takes a swing at that Hirsch Bivouac from https://youtu.be/FvXAlBfk040


Catch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/fVXhV58k0mc

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-19399913 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:00:00 -0500 186 full false Cheers to Infinity and.... Cheers to Infinity and.... Today is just a light intro to the infinity bottle for our Pour People and Neat Freaks out there. We're just checking in to see how this bottle has been doing with a touch of age on it now.

Watch the full episode on Youtube-> https://youtu.be/8V8aVo4AEFo

]]> Today is just a light intro to the infinity bottle for our Pour People and Neat Freaks out there. We're just checking in to see how this bottle has been doing with a touch of age on it now.

Watch the full episode on Youtube-> https://youtu.be/8V8aVo4AEFo

]]> Buzzsprout-19291255 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:00 -0500 426 full false Dream Spirits Rye - Austin Bourbon Junkies Barrel Pick 2026 Dream Spirits Rye - Austin Bourbon Junkies Barrel Pick 2026 Davide and Jimmy stop on by to share a new bottle with Adam.  The Dream Spirits Barrel pick from the Austin Bourbon Junkies is a mighty fine pour.  We touch on a tiny bit of history from the recent origins of the bourbon secondary market as well.  

Dream Spirits Rye
9yr
Barrel 550 
62.1% ABV - 124.2 Proof
Distilled in Indiana

Youtube: https://youtu.be/n4RLt6Avjn8

]]> Davide and Jimmy stop on by to share a new bottle with Adam.  The Dream Spirits Barrel pick from the Austin Bourbon Junkies is a mighty fine pour.  We touch on a tiny bit of history from the recent origins of the bourbon secondary market as well.  

Dream Spirits Rye
9yr
Barrel 550 
62.1% ABV - 124.2 Proof
Distilled in Indiana

Youtube: https://youtu.be/n4RLt6Avjn8

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18981157 Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1404 full false Burning Chair makes an appearance in Tennessee, and Hawaii? Burning Chair makes an appearance in Tennessee, and Hawaii? It's nearly the one year anniversary of Adam's Kentucky pilgrimage for Blood Oath, and we're jumping in with a story from the road!  

After some digging after the fact it does in fact look like Burning Chair is still active and thriving, which is awesome!

This is one darn fine pour and we look forward to sharing the story with all our Pour People out there!


https://youtu.be/zAR14MPQ5Vk



]]> It's nearly the one year anniversary of Adam's Kentucky pilgrimage for Blood Oath, and we're jumping in with a story from the road!  

After some digging after the fact it does in fact look like Burning Chair is still active and thriving, which is awesome!

This is one darn fine pour and we look forward to sharing the story with all our Pour People out there!


https://youtu.be/zAR14MPQ5Vk



]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18633805 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500 862 #Bourbon,#Bottled in Bond,#Bottle Bond,#Bottle Bond Podcast,#Taste Off,#Dram,#Whisky,#Whiskey,#Whisky Review,#Whiskey Reviews,#BottleBond,#Texas Whisky,#Austin Whisky,#Whisky Podcast,#Whiskey Podcast,#Scotch,#Review,#Grain to Glass,#Spirits,#Limited Relea full false Episode 25 - Hogsworth Episode 25 - Hogsworth Today Adam and Chance introduce the final form our of rating system! Every person on the episode will get to pick a sticker and a spot on the bottle they can claim for keeps! 

Today's bottle is the mighty Hogsworth Batch 2 Blend #9 

The blend: 
42%: Tennessee bourbon, 4 yr 9 months 
18%: Minnesota bourbon, 5 yr 4 months
18%: Armagnac, 13 yr 
17%: Armagnac, 
11 yr 5%: Armagnac, 42 yr

This is an invite to our our Pour People and Neat Freaks out there to share your ratings as you sip along! 

Check us out on Youtube: https://youtu.be/1bksPKL9ngQ

]]> Today Adam and Chance introduce the final form our of rating system! Every person on the episode will get to pick a sticker and a spot on the bottle they can claim for keeps! 

Today's bottle is the mighty Hogsworth Batch 2 Blend #9 

The blend: 
42%: Tennessee bourbon, 4 yr 9 months 
18%: Minnesota bourbon, 5 yr 4 months
18%: Armagnac, 13 yr 
17%: Armagnac, 
11 yr 5%: Armagnac, 42 yr

This is an invite to our our Pour People and Neat Freaks out there to share your ratings as you sip along! 

Check us out on Youtube: https://youtu.be/1bksPKL9ngQ

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18633807 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1082 full false Old Fitzgerald 9 - Good enough to blow Jimmy's mind Old Fitzgerald 9 - Good enough to blow Jimmy's mind Davide and James join Adam on this week's episode of Bottle Bond. We talk about the history and odd legacy of how the Old Fitzgerald label came to be. From its origins as a private brand for rail magnates and steamship captains to the legendary Stitzel-Weller era under "Pappy" Van Winkle, we trace the liquid's evolution through the decades. We dive into the storied "Larceny" legend of John E. Fitzgerald, and discuss its modern-day rebirth as a coveted wheated bourbon in those iconic decanters. Whether you're a fan of the classic "Prime" or the high-end Bottled-in-Bond releases, this episode pours out the full story behind one of American whiskey's most enduring names.

]]> Davide and James join Adam on this week's episode of Bottle Bond. We talk about the history and odd legacy of how the Old Fitzgerald label came to be. From its origins as a private brand for rail magnates and steamship captains to the legendary Stitzel-Weller era under "Pappy" Van Winkle, we trace the liquid's evolution through the decades. We dive into the storied "Larceny" legend of John E. Fitzgerald, and discuss its modern-day rebirth as a coveted wheated bourbon in those iconic decanters. Whether you're a fan of the classic "Prime" or the high-end Bottled-in-Bond releases, this episode pours out the full story behind one of American whiskey's most enduring names.

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18981154 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1327 full false Hirsch The Bivouac - Your Shelter on the Journey Hirsch The Bivouac - Your Shelter on the Journey The chemistry of whiskey exploration has just gotten real! Join us as we dive into the world of Hirsch Selected Whiskies and The Spirit of the Journey - The Bivouac, a bottle that's not for the faint of heart. Adam shares their expertise on the nuances of this $54 fine spirit, and we explore how it relates to our previous discussion on Takaido - the game where the journey is more important than the destination. What does a "bivouac" have to do with whiskey? Let's find out! With James chiming in on the conversation, this episode is packed with unexpected twists and turns that'll make you rethink your next pour.

]]> The chemistry of whiskey exploration has just gotten real! Join us as we dive into the world of Hirsch Selected Whiskies and The Spirit of the Journey - The Bivouac, a bottle that's not for the faint of heart. Adam shares their expertise on the nuances of this $54 fine spirit, and we explore how it relates to our previous discussion on Takaido - the game where the journey is more important than the destination. What does a "bivouac" have to do with whiskey? Let's find out! With James chiming in on the conversation, this episode is packed with unexpected twists and turns that'll make you rethink your next pour.

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18859413 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 2521 full false Art with a Consumable Byproduct - Leopold Brothers Art with a Consumable Byproduct - Leopold Brothers Join Adam and Chance as we celebrate an awesome bottle from an awesome family run Colorado Distillery.  The mindfulness of their craft comes through in this lucky find!

The Leopold Brothers put in the effort to celebrate traditions and techniques that have been squeezed out of the process by large players focusing on efficiency over quality.  

We found ourselves the lucky winners of a 5 year Bottled-in-Bond masterpiece.

https://www.leopoldbros.com/story


Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/nlon_TdEnDA

]]> Join Adam and Chance as we celebrate an awesome bottle from an awesome family run Colorado Distillery.  The mindfulness of their craft comes through in this lucky find!

The Leopold Brothers put in the effort to celebrate traditions and techniques that have been squeezed out of the process by large players focusing on efficiency over quality.  

We found ourselves the lucky winners of a 5 year Bottled-in-Bond masterpiece.

https://www.leopoldbros.com/story


Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/nlon_TdEnDA

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18632087 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:00:00 -0600 2675 full false Yellowstone Toasted Bourbon - Special Finishes release with Special guest James Yellowstone Toasted Bourbon - Special Finishes release with Special guest James Welcome back to all our Neat Freaks and Pour People.  Tonight on Bottle Bond Adam will be sharing a bottle with a Special Guest - James!  Brace yourselves for two folks who just love to get distracted in the details but still remember to take a sip from time to time!

Learn all about the awesome charitable history around Yellowstone Bourbon, yet another rockstar label from Luxco.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/GWATuz6oDnc

]]> Welcome back to all our Neat Freaks and Pour People.  Tonight on Bottle Bond Adam will be sharing a bottle with a Special Guest - James!  Brace yourselves for two folks who just love to get distracted in the details but still remember to take a sip from time to time!

Learn all about the awesome charitable history around Yellowstone Bourbon, yet another rockstar label from Luxco.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/GWATuz6oDnc

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18654208 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0600 2387 full false 4 Roses Small Batch (Vintage Episode) 4 Roses Small Batch (Vintage Episode) Take a quick and rambling trip through a silly tasting of the 4 roses small batch.  It's a staple in most bars and we figured it deserves a place in our early days of tastings.

]]> Take a quick and rambling trip through a silly tasting of the 4 roses small batch.  It's a staple in most bars and we figured it deserves a place in our early days of tastings.

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18433563 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0600 347 full false Dew or Die with this Dew-licious cocktail Dew or Die with this Dew-licious cocktail Imagine sipping a fine bourbon... now imagine it mixed with Mountain Dew. Sacrilege? Or a secret Southern sophistication waiting to be discovered? We're challenging everything you thought you knew about taste and tradition, exploring if this unlikely duo can forge a surprisingly elegant cocktail that defies all expectations.

Before it was a neon-green staple of gas station shelves and gaming marathons, it was a secret whispered in the hollows of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the 1940s, if you asked for a 'Mountain Dew,' you weren't looking for soda—you were looking for a chaser strong enough to tame the bite of illegal Tennessee moonshine. Today, we’re tracing the high-fructose journey of an Appalachian mixer that went from the backwoods of Knoxville to a global empire. Grab a glass; we’re going back to the source.

Barney and Ally Hartman very possibly laid the groundwork for the modern all-nighter gaming session!


Watch HERE:  https://youtu.be/w-rKJRCw-jA

]]> Imagine sipping a fine bourbon... now imagine it mixed with Mountain Dew. Sacrilege? Or a secret Southern sophistication waiting to be discovered? We're challenging everything you thought you knew about taste and tradition, exploring if this unlikely duo can forge a surprisingly elegant cocktail that defies all expectations.

Before it was a neon-green staple of gas station shelves and gaming marathons, it was a secret whispered in the hollows of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the 1940s, if you asked for a 'Mountain Dew,' you weren't looking for soda—you were looking for a chaser strong enough to tame the bite of illegal Tennessee moonshine. Today, we’re tracing the high-fructose journey of an Appalachian mixer that went from the backwoods of Knoxville to a global empire. Grab a glass; we’re going back to the source.

Barney and Ally Hartman very possibly laid the groundwork for the modern all-nighter gaming session!


Watch HERE:  https://youtu.be/w-rKJRCw-jA

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18393219 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0600 2181 full false Part of The Bond Since Batch #1! Part of The Bond Since Batch #1! Not every find is so lucky, but this week on Bottle Bond we tell the story of stumbling across a bottle that just keeps getting better!  Adam talks about his process for finding this bottle while Chance tries his best to guess how it truly happened!

Enjoy the journey #NeatFreaks!

]]> Not every find is so lucky, but this week on Bottle Bond we tell the story of stumbling across a bottle that just keeps getting better!  Adam talks about his process for finding this bottle while Chance tries his best to guess how it truly happened!

Enjoy the journey #NeatFreaks!

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18296383 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0600 1353 full false Wild Turkey Rare Breed Review: Is it really worth any hype at all? Wild Turkey Rare Breed Review: Is it really worth any hype at all? If you thought Wild Turkey 101 was good, just wait until you try its big sibling!

Adam and Chance are back to wrestle with the legendary Wild Turkey Rare Breed. This barrel-proof bourbon is non-chill filtered and bottled straight from the barrel—meaning it’s the purest, strongest expression of Wild Turkey's classic profile.

It’s often considered the perfect transition bottle for folks moving from standard pours to more intense, high-proof whiskies. We're breaking down the heat, the flavor, and the hype to see if it lives up to its "Rare Breed" name

]]> If you thought Wild Turkey 101 was good, just wait until you try its big sibling!

Adam and Chance are back to wrestle with the legendary Wild Turkey Rare Breed. This barrel-proof bourbon is non-chill filtered and bottled straight from the barrel—meaning it’s the purest, strongest expression of Wild Turkey's classic profile.

It’s often considered the perfect transition bottle for folks moving from standard pours to more intense, high-proof whiskies. We're breaking down the heat, the flavor, and the hype to see if it lives up to its "Rare Breed" name

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18222692 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0600 729 full false WILD TURKEY 101: Don't Sleep on the GOAT of Affordable Bourbon! WILD TURKEY 101: Don't Sleep on the GOAT of Affordable Bourbon! The Bottle Bond crew (Adam & Chance) is proving once and for all that Wild Turkey 101 is an all-star. Forget the fancy stuff—this bottle belongs in every rotation. Seriously. It’s cheap, it's 101 proof, and it's delicious. Grab a pour and laugh along as we sing the praises of the most underrated bourbon on the planet. Cheers!

]]> The Bottle Bond crew (Adam & Chance) is proving once and for all that Wild Turkey 101 is an all-star. Forget the fancy stuff—this bottle belongs in every rotation. Seriously. It’s cheap, it's 101 proof, and it's delicious. Grab a pour and laugh along as we sing the praises of the most underrated bourbon on the planet. Cheers!

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18222674 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0600 479 full false In the spirit for spirits In the spirit for spirits It’s the most wonderful (and spooky!) time of the year! We're celebrating Halloween with a bourbon so coveted, it practically haunts the shelves: the Smoke Wagon Halloween Release. Adam and Chance are totally in the spirit for spirits and other Halloween fun this week, sharing a dram and sharing laughs. We’re just two guys on the journey to learn all we can about Whisky, and sharing a dram is how we get there! A huge thank you to the Pour People and a big welcome to all the Neat Freaks—come find out if this Smoke Wagon is worth the hype!


Youtube available: https://youtu.be/DRiU949wF3A


#SmokeWagon
#SmokeWagonBourbon
#Bourbon
#Whiskey
#Halloween
#HalloweenBourbon
#LimitedEdition
#WhiskeyReview
#NeatFreaks

]]> It’s the most wonderful (and spooky!) time of the year! We're celebrating Halloween with a bourbon so coveted, it practically haunts the shelves: the Smoke Wagon Halloween Release. Adam and Chance are totally in the spirit for spirits and other Halloween fun this week, sharing a dram and sharing laughs. We’re just two guys on the journey to learn all we can about Whisky, and sharing a dram is how we get there! A huge thank you to the Pour People and a big welcome to all the Neat Freaks—come find out if this Smoke Wagon is worth the hype!


Youtube available: https://youtu.be/DRiU949wF3A


#SmokeWagon
#SmokeWagonBourbon
#Bourbon
#Whiskey
#Halloween
#HalloweenBourbon
#LimitedEdition
#WhiskeyReview
#NeatFreaks

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18139571 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0600 710 full false Bird Feathers and the Oats of May; Oak and Eden speed round Bird Feathers and the Oats of May; Oak and Eden speed round This is Bottle Bond, and if you've ever chased that perfect flavor note, you're in for a treat. Today, we're talking about Oak & Eden, a brand that's not just making whiskey, they're crafting an experience with every bottle. Their secret? A finished wood stave submerged right in the liquid, constantly evolving the spirit with essences of rich wines, tropical rums, or decadent sherries. It's an intimate, continuous finishing process that happens on your shelf. Tune in as we explore the sensory magic of their diverse staves and how they transform each pour into a journey of flavor. Your glass will thank you.

]]> This is Bottle Bond, and if you've ever chased that perfect flavor note, you're in for a treat. Today, we're talking about Oak & Eden, a brand that's not just making whiskey, they're crafting an experience with every bottle. Their secret? A finished wood stave submerged right in the liquid, constantly evolving the spirit with essences of rich wines, tropical rums, or decadent sherries. It's an intimate, continuous finishing process that happens on your shelf. Tune in as we explore the sensory magic of their diverse staves and how they transform each pour into a journey of flavor. Your glass will thank you.

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-18055150 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0500 2207 full false Amateur vs. Veteran: Can They ID These Whiskies Blind? Amateur vs. Veteran: Can They ID These Whiskies Blind? Welcome to a Bottle Bond adventure we've been dying to take! We spent our own money on the popular Blind Barrels subscription—a service that sends you mystery bourbon and whisky samples to truly test your senses. This is 100% unsponsored and 100% honest.

This episode is the ultimate palate showdown:

The Newcomer: Adam is developing his nose and is excited to tackle this challenge without the bias of a label or price tag. Can a fresh perspective actually beat veteran experience?

The Veteran: Chance is confident in his seasoned palate... perhaps a little too confident. Will he be able to back up his veteran status when he can't read the proof or distillery?

Join us as we nose, taste, and furiously guess what's in our glasses. We share our raw, unfiltered notes on each sample, discuss whether a subscription like this is the best way to train your palate, and ultimately... who nails the big reveal and who ends up drowning their sorrows!

Hit play to experience the thrill of a blind tasting—and discover if Blind Barrels is worth adding to your monthly mail call.

]]> Welcome to a Bottle Bond adventure we've been dying to take! We spent our own money on the popular Blind Barrels subscription—a service that sends you mystery bourbon and whisky samples to truly test your senses. This is 100% unsponsored and 100% honest.

This episode is the ultimate palate showdown:

The Newcomer: Adam is developing his nose and is excited to tackle this challenge without the bias of a label or price tag. Can a fresh perspective actually beat veteran experience?

The Veteran: Chance is confident in his seasoned palate... perhaps a little too confident. Will he be able to back up his veteran status when he can't read the proof or distillery?

Join us as we nose, taste, and furiously guess what's in our glasses. We share our raw, unfiltered notes on each sample, discuss whether a subscription like this is the best way to train your palate, and ultimately... who nails the big reveal and who ends up drowning their sorrows!

Hit play to experience the thrill of a blind tasting—and discover if Blind Barrels is worth adding to your monthly mail call.

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-17995614 Sat, 11 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0500 3223 full false Still Austin's Bourbon Brawl: Red Corn vs. Blue Corn! Who Wins? Still Austin's Bourbon Brawl: Red Corn vs. Blue Corn! Who Wins? Welcome to the ring! In one corner, the fiery, robust, and full-bodied Still Austin Red Corn Bourbon. In the other, the smooth, sweet, and nutty Still Austin Blue Corn Bourbon.
These two highly-anticipated, limited-release Bottled-in-Bond whiskies from Still Austin are more than just bourbons—they're a testament to Texas-grown grains and the unique climate that shapes them. We're putting them to the test in a head-to-head tasting to find out which one delivers the knockout punch.
What are the key differences? What flavor notes stand out? And most importantly, which bottle should you be on the lookout for? We'll break it all down.
Watch the full video to see our final verdict, and then let us know in the comments: Are you on Team Red or Team Blue?

]]> Welcome to the ring! In one corner, the fiery, robust, and full-bodied Still Austin Red Corn Bourbon. In the other, the smooth, sweet, and nutty Still Austin Blue Corn Bourbon.
These two highly-anticipated, limited-release Bottled-in-Bond whiskies from Still Austin are more than just bourbons—they're a testament to Texas-grown grains and the unique climate that shapes them. We're putting them to the test in a head-to-head tasting to find out which one delivers the knockout punch.
What are the key differences? What flavor notes stand out? And most importantly, which bottle should you be on the lookout for? We'll break it all down.
Watch the full video to see our final verdict, and then let us know in the comments: Are you on Team Red or Team Blue?

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-17995611 Sat, 11 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0500 2076 1 full false Native Spirits was hard to find on the internet Native Spirits was hard to find on the internet 🔥 Not every pour is a winner! In this short episode, we take on Native Spirits whiskey—and let's just say, it didn’t exactly win us over. 🥃😬 We break down the nose, palate, and finish, discussing what worked (and what didn’t). Is it a hidden gem, or one to leave on the shelf? Tune in for an honest take on this unique bottle!

]]> 🔥 Not every pour is a winner! In this short episode, we take on Native Spirits whiskey—and let's just say, it didn’t exactly win us over. 🥃😬 We break down the nose, palate, and finish, discussing what worked (and what didn’t). Is it a hidden gem, or one to leave on the shelf? Tune in for an honest take on this unique bottle!

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16874435 Sat, 29 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500 591 Native Spirits whiskey, whiskey review, bourbon tasting, craft whiskey, whiskey podcast, bad whiskey, honest whiskey review, whiskey fail, bourbon podcast, whiskey tasting notes, whiskey disappointment, whiskey critique, small batch whiskey, whiskey lover 1 12 full false Still Austin's Red Corn is so good it makes us break out a new rating system Still Austin's Red Corn is so good it makes us break out a new rating system Join us as we dive into the unique Still Austin Red Corn Release! 🥃 We’re comparing two years of this Texas gem, exploring the bold flavors, production changes, and what makes this red corn whiskey stand out from the crowd. 🌽🍂 Whether you're a bourbon aficionado or just love discovering new whiskeys, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for our tasting breakdown and thoughts on this innovative release! 🎧🔥 #StillAustin #TexasWhiskey #RedCornWhiskey #WhiskeyTasting #Bourbon #WhiskeyLovers #WhiskeyPodcast

]]> Join us as we dive into the unique Still Austin Red Corn Release! 🥃 We’re comparing two years of this Texas gem, exploring the bold flavors, production changes, and what makes this red corn whiskey stand out from the crowd. 🌽🍂 Whether you're a bourbon aficionado or just love discovering new whiskeys, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for our tasting breakdown and thoughts on this innovative release! 🎧🔥 #StillAustin #TexasWhiskey #RedCornWhiskey #WhiskeyTasting #Bourbon #WhiskeyLovers #WhiskeyPodcast

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16821042 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0500 1507 Still Austin, Red Corn whiskey, Texas whiskey, Red Corn release, Still Austin distillery, whiskey tasting, bourbon review, Texas bourbon, craft whiskey, whiskey comparison, Red Corn bourbon, whiskey expressions, Texas craft whiskey, bourbon aficionados 1 11 full false Rebecca Creek Makes a Damn Fine Bourbon Rebecca Creek Makes a Damn Fine Bourbon Join us as we dive into two delicious expressions in Rebecca Creek Distillery’s bourbon lineup. 
 Which pour comes out on top? Grab a glass and find out!

🔗 Like, comment, and subscribe for more whiskey history and tastings!

]]> Join us as we dive into two delicious expressions in Rebecca Creek Distillery’s bourbon lineup. 
 Which pour comes out on top? Grab a glass and find out!

🔗 Like, comment, and subscribe for more whiskey history and tastings!

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16710881 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0600 1660 #RebeccaCreek, #TexasBourbon, #WhiskeyTasting, #BourbonLovers, #BottledInBond, #DoubleBarrel, #CraftWhiskey, #TexasSpirits, #WhiskeyReview, #WhiskeyPodcast, #BourbonHeritage, #SmallBatchBourbon, #WhiskeyComparisons, #DrinkResponsibly, #WhiskeyHistory 1 10 full false What made Brown-Forman so special after Prohibition? What made Brown-Forman so special after Prohibition? "Prohibition changed the whisky game forever, but Brown-Forman didn’t just survive—it thrived. 🥃🚫💰 In this episode of Bottle Bond, we uncover how this iconic distillery navigated the dry years, secured a coveted medicinal whiskey license, and helped shape the future of bourbon. From Old Forester to the bootlegging era, we’re diving into the untold story of resilience, strategy, and a little bit of luck. Tune in and raise a glass to history! 🍾🎙️

]]> "Prohibition changed the whisky game forever, but Brown-Forman didn’t just survive—it thrived. 🥃🚫💰 In this episode of Bottle Bond, we uncover how this iconic distillery navigated the dry years, secured a coveted medicinal whiskey license, and helped shape the future of bourbon. From Old Forester to the bootlegging era, we’re diving into the untold story of resilience, strategy, and a little bit of luck. Tune in and raise a glass to history! 🍾🎙️

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16531260 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0600 1523 #Prohibition, #BrownForman, #OldForester, #MedicinalWhiskey, #BourbonHistory, #WhiskeyIndustry, #Bootlegging, #1920sWhiskey, #WhiskeyDistilleries, #BourbonBrands, #WhiskeyProduction, #WhiskeyStorytelling, #HistoricDistilleries, #AmericanWhiskey, #WhiskeyP 1 9 full false Stitzel-Weller and How it Survived Prohibition Stitzel-Weller and How it Survived Prohibition This week, we're uncovering the fascinating story of Stitzel-Weller during Prohibition! From medicinal whiskey permits to surviving the dry years, this legendary distillery played a pivotal role in bourbon history. 🍁🚫

Join us as we explore how the distillery navigated America's driest decade, the rise of iconic brands, and how Stitzel-Weller shaped the bourbon world we know today.

🎧 Grab a glass and tune in—history has never tasted so good

]]> This week, we're uncovering the fascinating story of Stitzel-Weller during Prohibition! From medicinal whiskey permits to surviving the dry years, this legendary distillery played a pivotal role in bourbon history. 🍁🚫

Join us as we explore how the distillery navigated America's driest decade, the rise of iconic brands, and how Stitzel-Weller shaped the bourbon world we know today.

🎧 Grab a glass and tune in—history has never tasted so good

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16444626 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0600 2372 #BottleBond, #WhiskeyPodcast, #StitzelWeller, #ProhibitionWhiskey, #WhiskeyHistory, #KentuckyBourbon, #BourbonHeritage, #CraftDistilling, #HistoricDistilleries, #MedicinalWhiskey, #BourbonLovers, #WhiskeyEducation, #SmallBatchBourbon, #AmericanWhiskey, #D 1 8 full false Bourbon a Beginning - Bottled in Bond Bourbon a Beginning - Bottled in Bond In this episode of Bottle Bond, we dive deep into the story of Colonel E.H. Taylor, the father of the Bottled-in-Bond Act, and explore how this groundbreaking legislation changed the whiskey industry forever. 🥃✨ We'll also talk about his opponents, such as I.W. Harpers founder, Isaac Wolfe Bernheim and the Rectifiers.
 
Join us as we sip and uncover the connections between these iconic names and the legacy they’ve left behind.

]]> In this episode of Bottle Bond, we dive deep into the story of Colonel E.H. Taylor, the father of the Bottled-in-Bond Act, and explore how this groundbreaking legislation changed the whiskey industry forever. 🥃✨ We'll also talk about his opponents, such as I.W. Harpers founder, Isaac Wolfe Bernheim and the Rectifiers.
 
Join us as we sip and uncover the connections between these iconic names and the legacy they’ve left behind.

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16366433 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0600 2586 #WhiskeyHistory, #BottledInBond, #EHTaylor, #IWHarper, #BourbonLovers, #WhiskeyPodcast, #BottleBondPodcast, #WhiskeyLegends, #whiskypodcast, #whisky, #whiskey, #whiskyshow 1 7 full false Bourbon a Beginning - Whisky Rebellion Bourbon a Beginning - Whisky Rebellion 🚨 The Whisky Rebellion was more than just a fight over taxes—it was a battle that shaped American history and the future of spirits! 🥃 Join us as we dive into this fiery chapter and uncover how whisky became a symbol of defiance. 🇺🇸🔥

]]> 🚨 The Whisky Rebellion was more than just a fight over taxes—it was a battle that shaped American history and the future of spirits! 🥃 Join us as we dive into this fiery chapter and uncover how whisky became a symbol of defiance. 🇺🇸🔥

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16264335 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0600 1691 #WhiskyHistory, #BourbonRoots, #BottleBond, #WhiskeyTalk, #AmericanHistory, #RaiseYourGlass, #WhiskeyLovers, #WhiskeyWorld, #WhiskeyFacts, #BourbonLife, #PodcastEpisode, #SpiritOfAmerica, #whisky, #whiskey, #whiskypodcast, #rebellion, #whiskylife 1 6 full false Bottle Crack! Uncle Chicken's Sippin Whisky Bottle Crack! Uncle Chicken's Sippin Whisky 🎉 Crack! The bottle’s open, and we’re diving into Uncle Chicken’s Sippin’ Whiskey! 🐔✨ Butterscotch, vanilla, black pepper, caramel, and almond—this pour’s got it all. 🥃 Ready to sip along with us? Let’s see what this bold bourbon has to offer! 🍻

#UncleChickenWhiskey #BourbonSippin #WhiskeyCrack #BottleBond #WhiskeyLovers #BourbonLife #WhiskeyTasting #FlavorJourney #BoldBourbon #WhiskeyTalk #RaiseYourGlass #BourbonExperience #WhiskeyWorld

]]> 🎉 Crack! The bottle’s open, and we’re diving into Uncle Chicken’s Sippin’ Whiskey! 🐔✨ Butterscotch, vanilla, black pepper, caramel, and almond—this pour’s got it all. 🥃 Ready to sip along with us? Let’s see what this bold bourbon has to offer! 🍻

#UncleChickenWhiskey #BourbonSippin #WhiskeyCrack #BottleBond #WhiskeyLovers #BourbonLife #WhiskeyTasting #FlavorJourney #BoldBourbon #WhiskeyTalk #RaiseYourGlass #BourbonExperience #WhiskeyWorld

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16196516 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0600 396 #UncleChickenWhiskey, #BourbonSippin, #WhiskeyCrack, #BottleBond, #WhiskeyLovers, #BourbonLife, #WhiskeyTasting, #FlavorJourney, #BoldBourbon, #WhiskeyTalk, #RaiseYourGlass, #BourbonExperience, #WhiskeyWorld, whisky, whiskey, whiskytok, bourbon, unclechic 1 5 full false Bourbon a Beginning - Old Crow Bourbon a Beginning - Old Crow In this episode of Bottle Bond, we’re exploring the legacy of Old Crow Bourbon and the innovations of Dr. James C. Crow. 🧪 A pioneer in whiskey production, Crow revolutionized the industry with his sour mash process, setting the gold standard for bourbon. 🥇

Discover how Old Crow became a favorite of icons like Mark Twain and Ulysses S. Grant, only to face challenges that reshaped its iconic status. Join us as we dive into the history, triumphs, and lessons behind one of bourbon’s most influential brands. 🎙️✨

#BottleBond #OldCrowBourbon #BourbonHistory #JamesCCrow #SourMash #BourbonTalk #WhiskeyLegends #RaiseYourGlass #WhiskeyWorld #BourbonLife #MarkTwain #WhiskeyInnovation #WhiskeyLovers #BourbonKnowledge #BourbonPioneers

]]> In this episode of Bottle Bond, we’re exploring the legacy of Old Crow Bourbon and the innovations of Dr. James C. Crow. 🧪 A pioneer in whiskey production, Crow revolutionized the industry with his sour mash process, setting the gold standard for bourbon. 🥇

Discover how Old Crow became a favorite of icons like Mark Twain and Ulysses S. Grant, only to face challenges that reshaped its iconic status. Join us as we dive into the history, triumphs, and lessons behind one of bourbon’s most influential brands. 🎙️✨

#BottleBond #OldCrowBourbon #BourbonHistory #JamesCCrow #SourMash #BourbonTalk #WhiskeyLegends #RaiseYourGlass #WhiskeyWorld #BourbonLife #MarkTwain #WhiskeyInnovation #WhiskeyLovers #BourbonKnowledge #BourbonPioneers

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16182866 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0600 1742 #BottleBond,#OldCrowBourbon,#BourbonHistory,#JamesCCrow,#SourMash,#BourbonTalk,#WhiskeyLegends,#RaiseYourGlass, #WhiskeyWorld, #BourbonLife, #MarkTwain, #WhiskeyInnovation, #WhiskeyLovers, #BourbonKnowledge, #BourbonPioneers, 1 4 full true Bottle Crack - Burning Chair Bottle Crack - Burning Chair 🎉 Exciting news! We're kicking off a new series: Bottle Crack! 🥃 In this series, we crack open bottles, explore their unique flavors, and share our thoughts—starting with an incredible pick that started Adam on his whisky journey. Tune in and sip along!
What bottle should we open next?

#BottleBond #WhiskeyTasting #BourbonJourney #WhiskeySeries #OpenTheBottle #whiskytasting  #BourbonLife #WhiskeyLovers #TastingNotes #RaiseYourGlass #WhiskeyWorld #BourbonExploration #whiskytok #WhiskeyTalk

]]> 🎉 Exciting news! We're kicking off a new series: Bottle Crack! 🥃 In this series, we crack open bottles, explore their unique flavors, and share our thoughts—starting with an incredible pick that started Adam on his whisky journey. Tune in and sip along!
What bottle should we open next?

#BottleBond #WhiskeyTasting #BourbonJourney #WhiskeySeries #OpenTheBottle #whiskytasting  #BourbonLife #WhiskeyLovers #TastingNotes #RaiseYourGlass #WhiskeyWorld #BourbonExploration #whiskytok #WhiskeyTalk

]]> https://bottle.bond/recent-episodes/ Bottle Bond Buzzsprout-16139044 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0600 1400 whisky, whiskey, alcohol, burning chair, bourbon, distillery, history, whisky podcast, whisky tasting, tasting, foodie, 1 3 bonus true Bourbon a Beginning - Evan Williams Bourbon a Beginning - Evan Williams Get ready to dive into the legacy of Evan Williams! Known as Kentucky’s first commercial distiller, Williams’ story has become legendary in the bourbon world, filled with history, craftsmanship, and a touch of mystery. Join us as we explore the roots and impact of this iconic whiskey brand! #BottleBond #EvanWilliams #Bourbon #whiskypodcast

]]> Get ready to dive into the legacy of Evan Williams! Known as Kentucky’s first commercial distiller, Williams’ story has become legendary in the bourbon world, filled with history, craftsmanship, and a touch of mystery. Join us as we explore the roots and impact of this iconic whiskey brand! #BottleBond #EvanWilliams #Bourbon #whiskypodcast

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16096816 Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0600 2229 whisky, whiskey, alcohol, evan williams, bourbon, distillery, history, whisky podcast 1 2 full true Bourbon a Beginning - Elijah Craig Bourbon a Beginning - Elijah Craig Welcome to the debut episode of Bottle Bond! In this inaugural journey, we're diving into the legendary figure often credited as the father of bourbon—Elijah Craig. Was he truly the first to age whiskey in charred oak barrels, or is that just part of bourbon lore? Join us as we explore the history, myths, and impact of Elijah Craig on the world of whiskey. From his contributions to bourbon-making to the stories that surround his name, this episode sets the tone for what Bottle Bondis all about—deep dives, rich history, and a love for great whiskey.

#ElijahCraig #BourbonHistory #WhiskeyLegends #BourbonBeginnings #BottleBondPodcast #WhiskyLovers #CharredBarrels #WhiskeyKnowledge #WhiskeyTalk #PodcastLaunch #BourbonTradition #WhiskeyFans #WhiskyJourney

]]> Welcome to the debut episode of Bottle Bond! In this inaugural journey, we're diving into the legendary figure often credited as the father of bourbon—Elijah Craig. Was he truly the first to age whiskey in charred oak barrels, or is that just part of bourbon lore? Join us as we explore the history, myths, and impact of Elijah Craig on the world of whiskey. From his contributions to bourbon-making to the stories that surround his name, this episode sets the tone for what Bottle Bondis all about—deep dives, rich history, and a love for great whiskey.

#ElijahCraig #BourbonHistory #WhiskeyLegends #BourbonBeginnings #BottleBondPodcast #WhiskyLovers #CharredBarrels #WhiskeyKnowledge #WhiskeyTalk #PodcastLaunch #BourbonTradition #WhiskeyFans #WhiskyJourney

]]> Bottle.Bond Buzzsprout-16022824 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0500 1101 1 1 full true Bottle Bond is Coming!!! Bottle Bond is Coming!!! Join Chance and Adam as they take a journey together, learning as much about their favorite brown liquid as possible, before it steals any semblance of sobriety.

Episodes Launching this Fall! 

Check us out on Social Media! 

]]> Join Chance and Adam as they take a journey together, learning as much about their favorite brown liquid as possible, before it steals any semblance of sobriety.

Episodes Launching this Fall! 

Check us out on Social Media! 

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