Dan, Clavin, and Rich welcome CJ to the podcast for the first time. In this episode, we explore Ever North Essence Barrel Picks, the Penelope 13 Year Collection, Oak & Age Hazmat Barrel Pick, and a couple surprise old dusties. We discuss the nuances of bourbon tasting, the history of distilleries, and the art of selecting and appreciating fine spirits. Our guests share insights on aging, proof, and the unique stories behind rare bottles, making it a must-listen for bourbon enthusiasts.
Check out Maria's Marketplace in Canton Township, MI. That Ever North Barrel Pick was fanatastic. Check out our website at https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com .
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Keywords
bourbon, whiskey, tasting, distillery, aging, proof, bourbon history, rare bottles, bourbon tasting tips
Key topics
Bourbon tasting techniques and tips
History and story behind rare bourbon bottles
Impact of aging and proof on flavor profile
Insights into distillery processes and collaborations
The significance of bottle selection and provenance
Sound bites
"Great bottles from Michigan stores"
"The viscosity is just right"
"Don't be afraid of the ryes"
Timestamps
00:00 - Welcome, guest introductions, and the Evernorth bottles
02:09 - Evernorth Bardstown mash bill details and first impressions
03:05 - Cinnamon, crab apple, and viscosity on the first pour
04:34 - Burnt brown sugar, caramel, and finish length
06:08 - Evernorth’s broader lineup and why store relationships matter
08:36 - Maria’s Marketplace pick at 131 proof and bottle details
10:34 - Stone fruit, peach, and silky mouthfeel on the second Evernorth
12:38 - Why the second Evernorth drinks far below its proof
13:57 - Bob’s donation bottle and the Penelope 13-year Collector’s Edition
16:00 - Elephant ear nose and memory-driven tasting notes
17:29 - Why the Penelope drinks like a much lower proof bourbon
20:26 - Oaken Age 11-year Jim Beam hazmat barrel pick
21:49 - Learning to appreciate Beam’s nutty profile and heat
23:01 - Why high proof can mean more flavor, not just more burn
25:58 - Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection 15-year wheated bourbon
27:15 - Comparing that bottling to Pappy-era production
30:43 - Why tasting is different from just drinking
33:28 - OG Yellowstone history and the 1971 bottling
35:54 - Dusty bourbon as a privilege and a benchmark
39:24 - Quality, quantity, and how modern bourbon production has changed
43:43 - Old Fitzgerald bottled in 1970 from a 1962 barrel
45:02 - Floral nose, vanilla bean, and citrus on the Old Fitz
47:24 - Why the old Old Fitzgerald profile is still chased today
48:23 - Final recap, shoutouts, and closing thoughts