Bourbon Idiots
Foolishly pursuing (and tasting) bourbon, at the sake of our sanity (and livers). No pretentious opinions, and the knowledge shared is certainly not expert.
And sometimes our wives yell at us.
All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Coming in at a whopping 130 proof this tiny bottle from Old Forester packs a punch in multiple ways...except smell. Phil and Jeremy nearly snort it to find the scent. They also review the AI-generated intro that may or may not be used. Phil goes down a Star Trek rabbit hole. Also, should we do an OF 1915 episode? Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
In a redemption episode, Phil and Jeremy get the chance to directly compare the bottle of Weller Antique 107 they used to make Poor Man's Pappy against a new bottle. Was the old bottle skunked? Fake?!? Phil speculates on how the bottle went bad, and Jeremy talks about finding porn in the forest. Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Phil and Jeremy gifted each other 18 year bourbon and are now tasting them head to head. These bottles are old enough to vote, get married, and pillage your wallet. Phil also talks financial advice, and the first time he drank sake (oi oi oi). Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
EH Taylor Barrel Proof, Single Barrel, and Small Batch grace Phil and Jeremy's tongues in a straight comparison. Is the elusive Barrel Proof worth the chase? Phil also sends his mental librarian on several impossible missions, digging up memories on snack cakes and old movies. Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
After opening this bottle 6 months ago it got insanely better. Phil and Jeremy give it another try and talk about how your own bottles will age and develop after the neck pour. Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
After a long search Jeremy finally got his hands on a bottle of the new Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Heritage Toasted. As a long-time JD fan Phil is already onboard. The wives make an appearance to also try an experimental combination born during the episode. Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Phil and Jeremy come back to a bottle of the 2025 release of Bomberger's Declaration. One of the most complex bourbons they've had in a while! Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
P, B, and J (Phil, Becky, and Jeremy) are back after a trip to the Driftless Glen distillery. They landed an UNRELEASED limited edition wheated that DG boasts 7 out of 8 people picked over Weller 12. Is it better head-to-head? They also taste a flight of other DG bourbons, including the first rye on the show, and talk about how different sizes of barrels should change how you think about age statements. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Rebecca is back to try this limited edition bourbon that's supposed to celebrate the golf tournament being played in New York State in September. They also discuss promotional liquors in general and opening up bourbon with water. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Bourbon Idiots goes international with a Jack Daniels you can only find at duty-free shops. This little 500mL bottle at 107 proof is a creeper! How similar is it to JD No.7 sour mash? Find out from a JD-fan versus a JD-avoider. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Phil and Jeremy taste this double-oaked bourbon from Penelope. They also talk about what is an MGP, is it appropriate to swirl bourbon, and living vicariously through bourbon variety. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Is Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat really a substitute for Weller? How similar are they, or are they noticeably different? Phil and Jeremy test it with a blind tasting of BT Kosher Wheat vs Weller Special Reserve and Weller 12. They also talk about how you can do a blind tasting on your own, Hulk Hogan, and how to cleanse your palette. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
A new blend from Penelope shocks the Bourbon Idiots. Great as a stand alone, but even better when paired with a cigar as intended. Also Phil talks about an interesting way of combining bourbon with cigars. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
People asked, we answered. What's the best of the bottom shelf? Daily pours, nothing allocated, readily available. Phil and Jeremy talk about: Big House Evan Williams BiB JTS Brown BiB Old Grand-Dad 114 Also brace yourselves for the second installment of "Lessons with Professor Phil"! If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Phil and Jeremy are back and tasting the new Gravestock from WhistlePig. Yes, it's July and there's already skeletons in stores and grim-themed whiskey on the shelf. This limited edition is cut with Liquid Death water, which adds to the dark motif and imparts unique flavors. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Phil and Jeremy review Jack Daniel's 10 year and Jack Daniel's 12 year. Are either one worth the hunt? Also they respond to a viewer comment and compare Jack 10 against another 10 year-old Brown-Forman product, Old Forester 1924. If you like the show please consider supporting us directly via Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
Phil and Jeremy blind taste two bourbons from Wisconsin and Texas that are remarkable similar. Milam & Greene's Unabridged Vol 3 versus Driftless Glen Single Barrel. Why does one cost twice the other? If you like the show you can support us on Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro courtesy of https://soundcloud.com/matthewdixonmusic All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.
The first Booker's offering in 2025 is definitely a good one. Phil and Jeremy also discuss previous Booker's, overall takes on tasting bourbon, how many open bottles they each have, and Phil's addiction to butter. If you like the show you can support us on Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro music by Matt Dixon aka chubmax https://on.soundcloud.com/ZLovRWwpHyxW7PqT6
No, there are no rainbow-related candies in this episode. Our not-so experts taste 5 of the 6 bourbons in the Weller rainbow: Special Reserve, Antique 107, Full Proof, 12 year, and CYPB (minus Single Barrel). They also discuss the recent flooding at the Buffalo Trace distillery, onion ramps, and question is bourbon hunting fun? If you like the show you can support us on Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro music by Matt Dixon aka chubmax https://on.soundcloud.com/ZLovRWwpHyxW7PqT6
Can you make Pappy at home? Our first Bourbon Idiots Labs episode (where we try dumb stuff with bourbon) also features our first BLIND tasting. We made the Poor Man's Pappy blend for a face-off against actual Pappy Van Winkle 15 year bourbon. We also blended Prudent Pappy and threw that into the ring. To say the results blew our minds would be an understatement. Poor Man's Pappy - 3:2 ratio of Weller 107 and Weller 12 Prudent Pappy - 3:2 ratio of Maker's Mark Cask Strength and Larceny Small Batch. If you like the show please consider supporting us on Patreon. This will make you a member of the Bourbon Idiots Discord community and higher tiers get more benefits: https://patreon.com/BourbonIdiots Intro/Outro music by Matt Dixon aka chubmax https://on.soundcloud.com/ZLovRWwpHyxW7PqT6 All content is intended for those of legal drinking age.