What happens when three whiskey enthusiasts decide to pair fine spirits with jelly beans? Pure chaotic deliciousness! This episode takes you on a flavorful journey through unexpected combinations as Jamie, Matt, and August explore the intersection of childhood nostalgia and adult beverages.
The adventure begins with a sample of Willett Small Batch Family Estate Straight Rye Whiskey, setting the stage for our sweet experiments. We then dive into Jelly Belly's cocktail-inspired beans, identifying unique flavors like mojito, moscow mule, and gin and tonic before creating our own whiskey pairings. Watch as our toasted marshmallow beans meet Basil Hayden's Toasted Bourbon in a "toast on toast" combination, and witness the colorful transformation when red apple jellies soak in Yellowstone Bourbon.
Beyond the tasting experiments, we share personal jelly bean preferences (August loves black licorice while Jamie can't resist lemon-lime) and nostalgic candy memories. Did you know Jelly Belly makes over 100 different flavors? Or that Mountain Dew was originally created as a whiskey mixer? These fascinating tidbits pepper our conversation as we sample Writer's Tears Irish Whiskey, Eagle Rare, and Sazerac Rye alongside various beans.
The episode wraps with exciting news about our upcoming appearance judging smoked cocktails at Whiskey Taco Foxtrot and an invitation to our listeners. Have a man cave, tiki bar, boat, or unique space you'd like us to broadcast from? Reach out—we're compiling locations for future episodes and would love to bring the show to you!
Whether you're a whiskey aficionado looking for unconventional pairings or simply enjoy listening to friends having a great time, this sweet-meets-spirits episode delivers plenty of laughs, insights, and inspiration for your next tasting adventure. Subscribe now and join our growing community of spirit enthusiasts!
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Jamie Flanagan @DJJamieDetroit
Matt Fox @fox_beazlefox
August Gitschlag @rawgusto
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