Bourbon Pursuit
The Official Podcast of Bourbon! The best in news, reviews and interviews with people making the bourbon whiskey industry happen. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and provide insight on American whiskey 3 times a week. Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and get caught up on bourbon news with This Week in Bourbon on Friday.
Episodes
December 9, 2025 • 7 mins
We cracked open the 2025 Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon to see if this year’s blend lives up to the hype. Full tasting notes, honest reactions, and whether it’s worth chasing for $250. Cheers.DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please dr...
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It's This Week in Bourbon for December 5th 2025. The founders of Uncle Nearest Distillery have filed an emergency motion, Catoctin Creek is trying to raise US$5 million, and Goose Island Brewery and Heaven Hill Distillery have partnered to release the 2025 Bourbon County Brand Reserve Stout.Show Notes:
Bourbon Pursuit video contradicted Adam Herz's report by suggesting the vintage whiskey counterfeiter's bottles might have shown up...
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December 4, 2025 • 79 mins
Is your love of high-proof, perfectly aged bourbon actually good for you? Or are we all just telling ourselves that? Today, we're tackling the elephant in the whiskey room with the science: Dr. Ulysses Wu (Yuli), the Chief Epidemiologist at Hartford HealthCare.
Uly's personal journey is wild—from corporate finance to infectious diseases—and now he focuses on the intersection of alcohol, health, and longevity. He joins us to share ...
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December 2, 2025 • 6 mins
Join us as we crack open Ingram’s new Unchartered wheated bourbon, aged in their floating barrel warehouses drifting along the Mississippi River. Creamy texture, cola notes, classic caramel and vanilla, and a price point that makes the one-liter bottle the obvious move.DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review....
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It's This Week in Bourbon for November 28th 2025. The Lodge at Trial and Error is open, Jim Gaffigan’s Releases A Bourbon Set on YouTube, and Vintage Whiskey Counterfeiter Exposed in Maryland.Show Notes:
Jim Gaffigan's new bourbon-themed stand-up special, "Live from Old Forester: The Bourbon Set," is now streaming on his YouTube channel
Elijah Craig is debuting a new fragrance, Char No. 3 Cologne, inspired by the warm, smoky scent...
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November 27, 2025 • 52 mins
Did the world need a 45 minute standup set on Bourbon? Probably not but I'm sure glad it's happened. I am thrilled to welcome back the hilarious Jim Gaffigan for his second time on the show! Since his last time on the show when he launched Fathertime Bourbon, Jim has been traveling the country and getting hooked into the bourbon scene at every stop. His journey has gone from curious to borderline hoarder because he reveals that he ...
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November 25, 2025 • 6 mins
Maker’s Mark dropped their 2025 Cellar Aged release, and we were not ready for what happened in the glass. We break down the blend, the proof, the price, and why this year’s edition hits differently. If you’ve been on the fence about the Cellar Aged series, this might be the one that changes your mind.DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the...
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It's This Week in Bourbon for November 21st 2025. Buffalo Trace does a pop-up in Mumbai, A break-in happened at Castle & Key, and Rabbit Hole Distillery introduces Amrûlé.Show Notes:
EU's top court rules non-alcoholic drinks cannot legally be labeled as "gin"
Buffalo Trace launches its 27th annual "Holidays at the Trace" celebration in December, featuring "Spirited Nights" and a complimentary drive-through light show
Sazerac prom...
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November 20, 2025 • 63 mins
The bourbon world has a lot of tradition, but what happens when someone throws out the rulebook and decides to treat whiskey making like a scientific pursuit and a creative endeavor? That’s what our guest is doing today. We're sitting down with Macaulay Minton, the self-proclaimed Chief Alchemist of Dark Arts Whiskey House.
This is Macauley's second time on the show and if you don't remember here's a bit about him. He was studying...
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November 18, 2025 • 6 mins
We put Bluffton Whiskey Carolina Gold Rice to the test. Expect fresh donut vibes on the nose, sweet almond and brown sugar on the palate, and a soft finish thanks to those ultra pampered barrels. A fun, gentle pour for newcomers and a unique pick for anyone curious about American rice whiskey. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the ...
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It's This Week in Bourbon for November 14th 2025. Tennessee Distilling to Acquire Waterford Whiskey, Michter’s Drops their 20 Year Bourbon, and Willett Distillery has announced its new Willett Family Estate Small Batch Bourbon.Show Notes:
Tennessee Distilling Group (TDG) is in exclusive talks to acquire the collapsed Irish company Waterford Whisky for €6M, excluding its existing cask inventory
Hong Kong authorities report a rise i...
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November 13, 2025 • 70 mins
This is the follow-up you asked for! We're back with Bourbon Community Roundtable number 112 to continue tackling the "spicy" and controversial topic of the three-tier distribution system. Last time, we were bombarded with questions in the chat, so this episode is dedicated to answering your submissions.
Our panel dives into how consumers can actually help their favorite smaller brands get distribution, offering real-world advice ...
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November 12, 2025 • 47 mins
You’ve heard us talk about single barrels for years, but this time we’re sitting on the other side of the table. Kenny and Ryan just dropped a new round of Pursuit Series bottles — Episodes 77 through 81 — and if you’ve been following the brand since the early days, this lineup might feel like a full-circle moment. These were first unveiled during the debut of Founder Hour, a brand-new, six-seat tasting experience inside the Pursui...
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November 11, 2025 • 5 mins
Blue Run is back with one of its wildest experiments yet: Glimmer, a Kentucky straight bourbon finished in Barr Hill Tom Cat Gin barrels and dressed in a flashy, color-shifting bottle. Kenny and Ryan dive into the nose, taste, and finish of this limited 103.2-proof release to find out if gin and bourbon can actually work together. Fewer than 90 cases exist, so let's see if Glimmer is worth the hunt or just a shiny distraction.DISCL...
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It's This Week in Bourbon for November 7th 2025. A Fiscal Court in Eastern Kentucky will regulate bio-digestion facilities, Shiner Bock is now entering bourbon, and Pursuit Spirits launches founder hour and 4 new single barrels.
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Old Fourth Distillery + Kitchen opens at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport, bringing Southern dining and locally crafted Old Fourth spirits to Terminal E
Rowan County, KY approved a new ordina...
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November 6, 2025 • 77 mins
Here's a story that goes from the vineyards of Australia to the front lines of the military, and suddenly lands right in bourbon country. Today we're joined by Greg Keeley, the founder and distiller of Larrikin Bourbon Company. Greg’s background is wild: He’s taking us through his early days in the Margaret River wine industry and his incredible 22-year career in the military, explaining how those very different experiences shaped...
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November 4, 2025 • 6 mins
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Beyke's Blue Kentucky Straight Blue Corn Bourbon Whiskey 001. This 6 year old whiskey is is 111.5 proof and $80 MSRP. Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we tasted. Please dri...
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It's This Week in Bourbon for October 31st 2025. Japan’s Kirin Holdings has put Four Roses up for sale, Big Thirst and Pour Now have partnered to launch an AI-driven e-commerce platform for the alcohol industry, and Hardin’s Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is releasing the Warehouse Series.
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Castle & Key Distillery named Sherrie Moore, a veteran with five decades of experience who started at Jack Daniel's, as its...
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October 30, 2025 • 55 mins
Is Kentucky’s bourbon crown finally under threat? That’s the question we're tackling today, because there is a shift happening in the world of American whiskey right now. While the Bluegrass State still has its grip on the market, the surging production in states like New York, Texas, and Colorado is raising the question: Are we seeing something that could actually rival Kentucky's dominance? We dive into the real challenges facing...
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October 28, 2025 • 5 mins
On this Whiskey Quickie by Bourbon Pursuit, we review Bardstown Bourbon Co. Hokkaido Mizunara Oak Barrel Finish Whiskey. This 9-18 year old whiskey is is 109.3 proof and $100 MSRP (375 ml). Let us know what you think. Cheers!DISCLAIMER: The whiskey in this review was provided to us at no cost courtesy of the spirit producer. We were not compensated by the spirit producer for this review. This is our honest opinion based on what we ...
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