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Neat & Mixed from Hops & Spirits

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Whether you like it neat, mixed or in a cocktail, we're talking all things bourbon (and bourbon adjacent). We sample a variety of expressions on our Flight Nights with different brands and ask plenty of questions about events, brands and so much more on our We've Got Questions series. Find more Neat & Mixed at hopsspirits.com.

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What makes Duck Club Bourbon different? McCauley Williams breaks it down

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 • Duration 35:23

We chat with McCauley Williams, co-founder and CEO of Duck Club Bourbon, for an inside look at building a modern whiskey brand in a competitive market. McCauley shares his path into the spirits industry, the experiences that shaped his approach to brand-building, and how the idea for Duck Club evolved from concept to fast-growing label. He also discusses how his partnership with Riley Green came together and why it made sense for the vision behind the brand.The conversation dives into Duck Club’s strategy of blending premium 5-to-8 year sourced bourbon with strong value, the philosophy behind sourcing and maintaining consistency, and why outdoor culture and conservation were built into the brand’s foundation from day one. McCauley also talks about standing out in a crowded bourbon landscape, lessons learned from early growth and what’s next for Duck Club—including future expressions and where fans can find bottles.

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Tasting Bardstown Bourbon + Green River | Flight Night with Dan Callaway

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 • Duration 37:12

We’re joined by Dan Callaway, Master Blender and Vice President of Product Development at Lofted Spirits, for a Flight Night exploring four different pours — Bardstown Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Bardstown Bourbon Rye, Bardstown Bourbon High Wheat, and Green River Full Proof.

Dan shares his unique journey from professional musician and certified sommelier to leading product development for Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling, and explains what drew him to Bardstown in 2018 as the brand was redefining what a contemporary whiskey company could be. He also breaks down what makes a great collaboration partner—drawing from projects with Amrut, Plantation Rum, and Goose Island Beer—and why the company undertook a major packaging redesign.

We also discuss the addition of Green River Distilling to the portfolio, how Lofted balances multiple brands while supporting custom distillation partners, and what’s next for both labels.

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Pizza, Bourbon & Single Barrels | Inside Goodfellas & Wiseguy Lounge

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 • Duration 01:28:31

We’re joined by Eric Boggs and Alex Coats, owners of Goodfellas Pizzeria and Wiseguy Lounge, for a Flight Night that blends New York–style pizza and bourbon. We explore their path into the restaurant business, why New York–style pizza became the foundation of Goodfellas, and how bourbon naturally became part of the brand’s identity as they expanded across multiple states.

We also dive into the creation of Wiseguy Lounge, how they curate an approachable yet impressive bourbon list, and what they look for when selecting single barrel picks. Along the way, we taste through four of their single barrels—Elijah Craig, 1792 Full Proof, Stagg, and Old Forester—while talking pizza-and-bourbon pairings, community support, scaling without losing quality, and what’s next for Goodfellas and Wiseguy Lounge.

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Three Chord Flipside Triple Wood & Strange Collab review

Thursday, January 22, 2026 • Duration 19:52

We try Three Chord Bourbon Volume 2 by breaking down two (of their four) releases that showcase the brand’s refreshed look and music-driven storytelling. Dropped in summer 2025, Volume 2 marks a new chapter for Three Chord, pairing bold finishes with artist collaborations that tie bourbon and music together.

We dive into Flipside Triple Wood, a blend of 4-7 year old bourbons aged in new charred American oak barrels, then finished in a mix of new and used toasted French and American oak barrels for 2-3 months. Triple Wood features blues legend Guitar Shorty on the label.

We also try Strange Collab, a unique release featuring Neil Giraldo and Rick Derringer on the label, and notably the only Pinot Noir-finished bourbon widely available on the market, with barrels sourced from Strange Family Vineyards. Beyond flavor and finish, we discuss the story behind the bottle, including the tribute to Johnny Strange and the charitable component supporting the Johnny Strange Foundation.

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Supporting Your Favorite Bourbon Brands | Reviewing Tradewater, Sagamore and Copper & Cask

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 • Duration 30:01

We explore what it means to support your favorite brands, even during moments like Dry January, by taking a closer look at three unique bourbons — Tradewater Single Barrel, Sagamore High Rye Bourbon and Copper & Cask Cigar Blend.

We review the Tradewater Kentucky Straight Bourbon Single Barrel, a find by Brandon on the shelves. We also dive into Sagamore High Rye Bourbon, the brand’s first straight bourbon whiskey with a high-rye mash bill and six years of aging. Rounding out the episode is Copper & Cask Small Batch Series Batch 13: Cigar Blend, an eight-year bourbon finished across multiple cask types, including PX and Oloroso sherry, Armagnac, Cognac, and Tawny Port.

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Wheel Horse Whiskey Reviewed

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 • Duration 22:40

We explore where New England craft meets Kentucky bourbon with a deep dive into Wheel Horse Whiskey’s latest releases — Barrel Proof and Baltic Porter Beer Barrel Finish.We break down the brand’s first-ever barrel proof small batch, a 5-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon bottled at 112.6 proof, offered at an approachable $40 MSRP. We also dig into Wheel Horse’s innovative Baltic Porter Beer Barrel Finish, created in partnership with Narragansett Beer, where four-year-old Kentucky bourbon spent an additional 4–5 months finishing in barrels previously used for a barrel-aged Baltic porter.

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The ultimate bourbon weekend? | Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration

Friday, January 2, 2026 • Duration 26:10

In this episode, Andrew Varga—founder of the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction and Celebration and co-owner of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery—dives deep into the vision behind one of the most ambitious bourbon weekends in Kentucky. Set for Fe 13-15 in Louisville, the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction and Celebration is designed as a multi-day experience rather than a traditional festival, bringing together legendary distilleries, rising bourbon makers, exclusive releases, and chef-driven culinary events.

Andrew breaks down what attendees can expect from the weekend, including the Grand Reveal Tasting, immersive food pairings, and a live auction featuring rare and one-of-a-kind bourbon offerings.

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Inside the future of American Whiskey | Lofted Spirits President Pete Marino

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 • Duration 35:05

In this episode, Pete Marino, President of Lofted Spirits, shares an inside look at his unconventional career path—from PR and consulting to Molson Coors and ultimately leading one of the most influential operations in American whiskey. Pete talks candidly about what surprised him most when he entered the whiskey world, how he balances building brands like Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River while supporting custom distillation partners behind the scenes, and where the category must protect tradition while still evolving.

The conversation explores how Lofted has continued to grow in a shifting market, the evolution of tasting room experiences in Louisville, Bardstown, and Owensboro, and what today’s whiskey drinker looks like compared to a decade ago. Drawing on lessons from emerging categories like non-alcoholic and cannabis beverages, Pete also shares his perspective on smart growth, what excites—and concerns—him about the future of American whiskey, and what newcomers often misunderstand about how the whiskey business really works.

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Travel. Explore. Drink Bourbon | Rare Releases & Bold Proofs

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 • Duration 32:48

Brandon and Jonathan are back exploring the Travel. Explore. Drink Bourbon mindset—where vacations, discovery, and trying new pours go hand in hand.

In this episode, we dive into three releases that highlight unique mash bills, high proof character, and global finishing styles: the Louisiana Senator Bourbon: The Huey P. Long Release, the first in an 8–10 year vertical series bottled at 107 proof; the hard-to-find Frey Ranch 5 Grain Single Barrel, featuring all five grains distilled together at a hefty 130+ proof; and the RD1 Sister Cities 2025 Edition, finished with Japanese Mizunara and French Oak.

From aging and proof to price and availability, we break down what makes each bottle unique—and which ones are worth chasing on your next bourbon adventure.

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Launching Trackside Distilling

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 • Duration 03:51

We caught up with Jade Peterson of Trackside Distilling at this year’s Kentucky Bourbon Festival in Bardstown to sample their pours and talk about the launch of his new whiskey brand. Jade shares what pushed him to start Trackside Distilling, why he made the bold choice to use chocolate malt in the mash bill, and what's next for the brand.

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