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DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: "Eagle Rare 12-Year Bourbon: A Majestic New Chapter"

Welcome back, whiskey aficionados! Today, we’re taking a close look at a highly anticipated addition to the Eagle Rare lineup: Eagle Rare 12-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey with our special guest Chris Averett.  Sit tight—this one’s bold, nuanced, and might just become your new staple.

The Eagle Rare Legacy, Elevated

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Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks! Today, we’re delving into something a bit unconventional and bold: Von Payne Black Blended Whiskey, a dark and daring expression that stands out for its striking visuals as much as its flavor.

The Story Behind the Bottle

• Producer: Von Payne Spirits, founded by Steve Allen in Clearwater, Florida.
• Expression: A blended American whiskey infused with natural black currant, offering a vivid ru...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks! Today, we’re diving into something truly adventurous: Penelope Rio Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Batch 4, 2025 release) with our special guest, London Riley and John Murray. It’s a unique, double‑finished bourbon that blends sweet complexity with Brazilian flair—expect honey, spice, and more.

🥃 Backstory & Concept

Penelope’s “Rio” is part of their Cooper Series, created by MGP (Ross & S...

🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: “Pinhook Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024: Horse & Horizon”

Welcome back! Today, we’re saddling up with Pinhook Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024, a flagship vintage from one of bourbon’s most experimental vertically‑driven brands. Each year’s release offers a new take on their core mash bill, and 2024 brings its own spin. Let’s take a ride.

🏇 Background & Concept

Pinhoo...

🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: “Dead Guy Whiskey: Rogue’s Coastal Single Malt Experiment”

Welcome back, whiskey adventurers! Today, we're exploring a distinctive regional expression from Oregon’s Rogue Distillery—Dead Guy Whiskey. Inspired by their popular Dead Guy Ale, this malt whiskey is a quirky twist on traditional spirits, aged with a Pacific coastal influence. Let’s pour in and see if that ocean breeze adds flavor o...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks! We have our special guest, Rob Martin. Today, we're pouring into something mature—Bulleit Bourbon 10-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. It’s the only age-stated offering from Bulleit, featuring their signature high-rye mash (68% corn, 28% rye, 4% barley) and clocking in at a solid 91.2-proof. Let’s see how that extra time in the barrel pays off.

🥃 Tasting Notes

Nose
Rich oak and...

Welcome back to the show! Today, we’re exploring a twist on the classic Basil Hayden — Basil Hayden Dark Rye Whiskey. It’s a bold, unconventional pour that brings together rye, Canadian influences, and a splash of port. Let’s break it down. 🥃

🌍 Behind the Blend

• Type: Rye whiskey blend — starts with Kentucky straight rye and includes Canadian rye whiskey, plus a dash of port wine for color and sweetness.
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV).
• M...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks! Today, we’re pouring into Breckenridge Bourbon Patriotic Reserve, a limited‑edition blend from Colorado that’s as patriotic as it is flavorful. Let’s dive in with our special guest’s, Chris Held and Megan Boylen.

🇺🇸 The Story Behind the Pour

• Crafted by Breckenridge Distillery, the world’s highest‑altitude distillery, this release honors American veterans—$5 from each bottle goes to War...

🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: “477 Straight Bourbon Whiskey: Colorado Wheat Gold”

Welcome back! Today, we’re highlighting a hidden gem from the Colorado craft scene: 477 Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a wheat-forward, single-barrel expression that’s gaining praise for its approachability and smoothness. Let’s pour in with our special guest, Christopher Avent, and see what this local favorite brings to the table.

🌾 The Bourbon

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🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: “James E. Pepper 1776 Bourbon: Revolutionary Rye-Driven Pour”

Welcome back, folks! Today, we’re raising a glass to a storied name in American whiskey: James E. Pepper 1776 Bourbon. Nicknamed “Old 1776,” this high‑rye, 100‑proof bourbon was revived by the Pepper family, drawing on a mash bill of 60 % corn, 36 % rye, and 4 % barley. We will dive into this bottle with our special guest, Hunter Barne...

🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: “High West x The Prisoner: The Prisoner's Share Whiskey”

Welcome back, bourbon fans! Today, we’re reviewing a standout from High West in collaboration with The Prisoner Wine Company—The Prisoner's Share. A bold blend of whiskey finished in red wine barrels, this limited-release expression has stirred both excitement—and debate. Let’s dive into what makes it unique and whether it holds up ...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we explore the stories behind the spirits. Today, we're delving into a whiskey that pays tribute to a pivotal figure in American distilling history: Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey.

🏛️ A Legacy Distilled

Uncle Nearest 1884 is more than just a whiskey; it's a homage to Nathan "Nearest" Green, the first known African American master distiller and mentor to J...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we explore the stories behind the spirits. Today, we're diving into a bottle that has bourbon enthusiasts buzzing: Wild Turkey 101 8-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, with our Special Guests Ashley Christen and Ivan Ross. 

This age-stated release marks a triumphant return for a brand steeped in tradition.

🦃 The Legacy Returns

Wild Turkey's 101 proof bourbon has lo...

🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: “TINCUP Straight Bourbon Whiskey: Rocky Mountain Sipper”

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we explore the stories behind the spirits. Today, we're venturing into the high country with TINCUP Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a bottle that brings a touch of Colorado's rugged charm to your glass.

🏔️ The Backstory

TINCUP Bourbon is crafted with a blend of high-rye bourbon distilled...

🎙️ DadDimes on the Rocks – Episode: The Legend of Doc Holliday (with Special Guest Aron Anderson)

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we sip hard and speak easy. On this episode, we saddle up with a special guest—our good buddy and fellow bourbon renegade, Aron Anderson—to review a bottle as bold and legendary as its namesake: Doc Holliday 7-Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

🥃 The Bottle

Crafted by Legends Distillery in Georgi...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we sip, swirl, and shoot straight about all things bourbon. Today, we're diving into a special release from Maker's Mark: the Maker's Mark The Keeper's Release 2025 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, with our special guests Sandi and Lenny Salazar. This expression is part of Maker's Mark's Wood Finishing Series and pays tribute to the dedicated warehouse team—the true "keepers" of the br...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where the pours run deep and the takes run smooth. Today, we’re taking a quick detour across the Atlantic—landing in Dufftown, Scotland—to review a true single malt standout: The Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky.  Join us with our special guest Firefighter Victor Calvo

This isn’t your average Scotch. It’s a Speyside malt finished in rum casks, and that extra tou...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where the pours are bold, the takes are honest, and today’s whiskey has serious age and pedigree. Today, we’re diving into something special: the Jack Daniel’s 14-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey, Batch 1.

This isn't your average Old No. 7. This is deep-cut Jack—a whiskey that shows what patience, good wood, and masterful aging can do when the distillery decides to flex a little. So let’s pop...

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks, where we sip, swirl, and shoot straight about all things bourbon. Today, we’re taking it down a notch with a lesser-known but interesting bottle that’s flown under a lot of radars—Corner Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

It’s got a rustic charm, an old-school bottle, and just enough mystery behind it to make you wonder: Is it a hidden gem or just another dusty bottle in the corner? L...