Ep. 27 - A Balvenie Scotch Kind of Day - How Do You Care for Your Aging Parents?

Ep. 27 - A Balvenie Scotch Kind of Day - How Do You Care for Your Aging Parents?

On this episode of Two Guys on a Porch, Jason and Bradford pour two remarkable expressions from one of Speyside’s legendary distilleries—Balvenie—while opening up about one of life’s most delicate transitions: caring for aging parents.

In their glasses: Balvenie Tun 1509 and Portwood 21 Year—refined, unpeated Scotches that showcase the craftsmanship of a family-owned distillery that still practices all five of the “Rare Crafts.” From in-house coopers and coppersmiths to the pioneering technique of wood finishing, Balvenie is Scotch done with soul.

In their hands: the Montecristo 75th Anniversary, a Dominican-made, British-owned tribute to the world’s best-selling cigar, the Montecristo #2. A smooth, celebratory smoke fitting for a conversation this nuanced.

But the heart of this episode isn’t just about flavor—it’s about family. When do you take the car keys from your parents? How do you navigate tough conversations about what they can’t safely do anymore—cooking, driving, managing finances, or ordering online? The guys dive into the difficult emotional and logistical territory of elder care:

• Do you bring your parents into your home?
• What impact does that have on your marriage, siblings, or your children?
• How do you reconcile honoring them while also making firm, necessary decisions?
• And what about the cost—when assisted living or memory care can burn through a lifetime of savings in just a few years?

This episode isn’t just a tasting—it’s a testament to aging well, making hard choices with love, and finding grace in the midst of generational shifts. Pour a dram. Light a cigar. Join the conversation.

 

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