Bourbon, Brass & Beyond

Hosted by two bourbon enthusiasts and neighbors: Bob is Director of Operations at a Contact Center, Dad, and always on the hunt for bourbons; Dan is a lifelong trumpet player, Dad, and airline pilot. Together, and with guests, they share their collections with you! Bourbon, Brass & Beyond is where travel, taste, and timeless sound come together. From adventures at 30,000 feet, every story pours a little bourbon into life’s soundtrack. Come join us as we taste, discuss, and search for our unicorns. Please email us at info@bourbonbrassandbeyond.com if you would like to be a guest or have any comments!

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  Episode #90

  2026 Bourbon & Beyond Preview, Vintage JW Dant, APW, and Monk's Road Single Barrel; Ep. 90

  Sep 19, 202635 min

  Dan and Steph open a rare 1977-distilled, 1982-bottled JW Dant bourbon that Steph found at a yard sale. They explore the bottle’s Schenley-era history, taste its sweet and peppery high-rye profile, and discuss why vintage bourbon bottles are valuable pieces of history—even when the labels are showing their age. The conversation then turns to Bourbon and Beyond, including the festival’s four-day schedule, musical lineup, bourbon brands, bottle-sharing plans, and Fork and Flask events. #bourbonandbeyond #jwdant #asspocketwhiskey #derektrucks #apw #schenley #bourbon #monksroad #logstilldistillery #gethsemane #monksroadboilerhouse #bottleshare #whiskey #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #davematthewsband #dmb #dmbgc #dmbbigwhiskies #bourbontasting #wallydant #bourbonforgood #pappyandco #oldripvanwinkle #pappyvanwinkle #ancientage #buffalotrace #heavenhills #stitzelweller #bernheim #hootie #countingcrows #chrisstapleton #mumfordandsons In this episode The story behind a vintage JW Dant bottle distilled in 1977 and bottled in 1982 How JW Dant’s production changed during the Schenley era Tasting notes: sweet aromatics, pepper, viscosity, and a lingering finish Why older bourbon bottles and their glass designs are so collectible A George Dickel bottle and a signed Log Still Distillery single barrel Details about the Bourbon and Beyond bottle share at Monks Road Boiler House on Friday Sept. 25th from 1 -3pm Festival planning, weather, merch, comfortable shoes, and staying near the venue Artists they’re excited to see, including Foo Fighters, Mumford and Sons, Dave Matthews, Chris Stapleton, Counting Crows, and more The Fork and Flask stage, bourbon brands, distillers, and possible interviews The couple’s plans for the festival’s bottle share, swag swap, and meeting listeners Timestamps 00:00 – Steph’s yard sale JW Dant discovery 00:31 – Dating the bottle and exploring its history 02:14 – Why the vintage bottle is so special 05:31 – Opening the bottle and the first smell test 06:26 – Comparing vintage and modern JW Dant 08:00 – High-rye bourbon tasting notes 09:54 – The appeal of vintage bottle design 12:45 – Log Still Distillery and Wally Dant 14:41 – Bourbon and Beyond bottle share details 16:07 – Preparing for a four-day festival 18:16 – Thursday’s music lineup 22:27 – Friday highlights and Mumford and Sons 24:08 – Festival weather and practical planning 26:15 – Fork and Flask stage events 27:31 – Celebrity bourbon and Travelers whiskey 29:40 – Sunday’s lineup and Dave Matthews 32:57 – Bourbon brands attending the festival 37:01 – How to find Dan and Steph at Bourbon and BeyondVisit bourbonbrassandbeyond.com , leave a message, and reach out if you’ll be at Bourbon and Beyond. Dan and Steph hope to see you at the bottle share or around the festival. Log Still Distillery - https://www.logstilldistillery.com Monk's Road Boiler House - https://www.monksroadbh.com Bourbon & Beyond 2026 - https://www.bourbonandbeyond.com

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  Episode #89

  Stagg 2026 Releases: A, B, and C Side-by-side; Ep. 89

  Sep 17, 202629 min

  Stagg 2026 Releases: A, B, and C Side-by-side Dan, Bob, Nick, and Michael taste and compare the Stag 2026 A, B, and C releases, exploring their proof, aroma, flavor, heat, sweetness, oak, and overall drinkability.The group describes notes of cherry cola, Dr. Pepper, grape soda, tobacco, cocoa, leather, and oak. They discuss how letting bourbon breathe can change the experience and debate which batch is the best: A brings more pronounced flavor, B is balanced and approachable, and C offers rich sweetness and impressive legs. The conversation also covers Middle West Distillery, cask-strength pumpernickel rye, Spanish orange wine cask finishing, French oak favorites, Maker’s 46 Cask Strength, and upcoming bottle-sharing plans. The episode then shifts to aviation safety. A pilot explains how excessive approach speed increases landing distance, why crossing the runway threshold too fast can create serious problems, and when pilots should choose a go-around instead of forcing a landing. The episode closes with announcements about a September 25 bottle share at Monks Road Boiler House in Louisville and an upcoming Derek Trucks interview at Bourbon and Beyond. #stagg #buffalotrace #georgetstagg #bourbon #whiskey #bourbonandbeyond #bourbontasting #bottleshare #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #davematthewsband #asspocketwhiskey #derektrucks #tedeschitrucksband #logstilldistillery #monksroadboilerhouse #louisvilleky Timestamps 00:00 – Introducing the Stag 2026 releases 03:04 – Why Stag drinks hot, bold, and spicy 04:37 – Cherry cola and Dr. Pepper tasting notes 05:11 – How air changes the whiskey 07:13 – Middle West bourbon recommendations 10:39 – Tobacco, cocoa, grape soda, and oak 11:22 – French oak favorites 12:56 – Aviation safety and approach speed 14:20 – When pilots should go around 18:22 – Vref and the danger of excess speed 23:02 – Ranking Stag batches A, B, and C 25:19 – The most drinkable Stag of the set 27:12 – Bottle share announcement 28:38 – Bourbon and Beyond updates 29:52 – Closing remarks Notable Quotes “I think Stags drink hot intentionally.”“Every ten percent you increase your approach speed increases your landing distance to twenty-one percent.”“This might be the most drinkable Stag I’ve had.” Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com Sept 25 Bottle Share - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com/events

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  Episode #88

  Wild Turkey Night: 1983 8 Year, Generations, and Gold Foil Edition 16 Year; Ep. 88

  Sep 17, 202639 min

  This episode is a tasting-heavy Bourbon Brass and Beyond conversation focused on three Wild Turkey bottles, with plenty of side-by-side comparison and bottle history. Nick and Michael join Dan and Bob for a relaxed but detailed look at an 1983 Wild Turkey 8 Year 101 proof dusty, Wild Turkey Generations, and the Austin Nichols Archive Gold Foil Edition 16 Year.The discussion matters because it goes beyond “good bourbon” and gets into how age, proof, packaging, and time in the bottle change the experience. If you like hearing how seasoned drinkers compare old and new releases, this one stays very specific and very useful. #bourbon #wildturkey #brucerussell #whiskey #Cheesygoldfoil #podcast #bourbontasting #bourbonbrassandbeyond #russellsreserve #jimmyrussell #eddierussell Key topics In this episode, Dan, Bob, Nick, and Michael compare three very different Wild Turkey pours: 1983 Wild Turkey 8 Year, 101 proof Wild Turkey Generations Austin Nichols Archive Gold Foil Edition 16 Year They start with the 1983 dusty bottle, describing a sweet, dusty nose, caramel sweetness, and the idea that old Turkey bottles have a distinct profile because of lower entry proof and older production methods. Generations gets a deep breakdown: a blend of 9, 12, 14, and 15 year old whiskey 120.8 proof notes of honey, molasses, dark citrus, rye spice, oak, and a long chewy finish The Gold Foil Edition 16 Year is framed as Bruce’s homage to the old gold foil Turkey labels and packaging, with a lot of detail called out in the label, topper, and box design. The tasting notes on the Gold Foil lean toward leather, tobacco, caramel, cherry, mint, cinnamon, and a dusty funk, with the group noting it drinks easier than the nose suggests. They compare the old dusty 1983 bottle with modern limited releases and discuss how older bottles could deliver huge flavor without today’s higher proof and more modern barrel strategies. The episode ends with a broader reflection on Wild Turkey’s legacy. Timestamps 00:00 - Wild Turkey night kicks off with guests and the first dusty pour 00:41 - Introducing the 1983 Wild Turkey 8 Year 101 proof 01:48 - The estate sale story and how the dusty bottles were found 02:52 - Michael’s Navy band and trumpet background 04:48 - Why the estate sale turned into a bourbon hunt 06:32 - Old barrels, hot warehouses, and why future whiskey may change 08:04 - Setting up Wild Turkey Generations 09:03 - Generations blend breakdown and first flavor notes 10:58 - Dark molasses, blood orange, rye spice, and oak 12:23 - Why Generations feels unusually complex 13:31 - Proof discussion and the Kentucky hug 14:52 - Why the nose and finish keep growing on them 15:17 - First reaction to the Gold Foil Edition 16 Year packaging 17:24 - Confirming the 16 year age statement and non-chill filtered bottling 19:22 - Fresh crack nose: leather, tobacco, caramel 20:41 - Citrus, legs, and the nose opening up with air 23:07 - How open bottles change over time 24:25 - Why revisiting bottles can change your opinion 25:38 - Price, perception, and why double double oak comparisons come up 26:23 - Bruce’s role and why this release feels important for Wild Turkey 27:35 - Packaging details and the gold foil throwbacks 29:16 - Ranking the three pours and deciding the favorite 30:39 - Old Turkey versus modern Turkey and lower proof flavor 31:40 - Final comparisons between Generations and Gold Foil 33:14 - Availability, allocation, and whether bottles will ever be everyday pours 36:16 - Russell’s Reserve 15, Beacon, and future episode plans 40:19 - Old dusty bottles like 1983 Turkey and old Taylor still stand out

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  Episode #87

  Wild Turkey Master's Keep Vertical (Part 1); Ep. 87

  Sep 14, 202646 min

  Masters Keep Vertical Part 1: 17 Year, Decades, 1894, and Russell's 13 Dan is joined by Nick and Calvin for a Wild Turkey-heavy tasting of 3 Masters Keep expressions, kicking off a multi-part vertical through Nick’s collection. The episode is less about formal review scores and more about comparing how Eddie Russell’s blending choices, age statements, proof points, and warehouse influence show up across each bottle. In this episode, they also talk about upcoming bottle shares, Bourbon and Beyond media access, and where the Masters Keep line is headed next. #wildturkey #russellsreserve #eddierussell #bourbon #whiskey #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbontasting #whiskeytasting #bottleshare #bourbonandbeyond #monksroad #specialrelease #masterskeep Key topics Nick brings 3 bottles to start the Masters Keep vertical including 2015 17 Year, Decades, 1894, and Dan re-visits his Russell’s 13 45th Anniversary The 2015 17 Year stands out for its nose more than its palate Decades is praised for balance and finish The bottle brings more proof and structure at 104 proof 1894 is the most rye-forward of the first three At 90 proof, it is described as extremely approachable and drinkable Dan, Nick, and Calvin compare how Wild Turkey has evolved They discuss how older releases were often made to be more drinkable and smooth They note that newer Wild Turkey releases seem to be leaning back toward a more classic, bold Turkey profile The conversation touches on how preferences changed as bourbon fans started chasing higher proof and more intensity Russell’s 13 45th Anniversary gets the strongest praise The group sees it as a return to a big caramel bomb style At 121.2 proof, it has the most intensity of the night They mention it as possibly the best Russell’s 13 they’ve had in a while The bottle share and Bourbon and Beyond updates are a big part of the episode Dan announces a September 25 bottle share in Louisville at Monks Road Boiler House They also share that they’ve received media passes and credentials for Bourbon and Beyond Dan mentions a Derek Trucks interview scheduled for Thursday between 3:30 and 4:30 They preview the rest of the Masters Keep series Next bottles mentioned include Revival, Cornerstone Rye, Bottled in Bond, Masters Keep One, Unforgotten, Voyage, Triumph, and Beacon Beacon is described as a standout and a likely comparison point with other recent Wild Turkey releases Timestamps 00:00 - Kicking off a Masters Keep vertical with Nick and Calvin 02:08 - The 2015 17 Year and its low-proof, sweet oak profile 05:31 - Why the 17 Year feels lighter and less chewy than expected 08:57 - Wondering whether the 17 Year would shine at barrel strength 15:12 - Decades and the story behind the anniversary release 16:43 - Butterscotch, cardamom, and a long finish on Decades 20:36 - How the Masters Keep line fits into Wild Turkey’s evolution 27:22 - Introducing 1894 and the Rickhouse A backstory 31:41 - The wood, grass, and rye character of 1894 33:47 - Why these lower-proof bottles are so easy to keep sipping 40:40 - Russell’s 13 45th Anniversary and the darker, richer color 42:36 - A caramel-heavy palate with classic dusty Turkey character 46:46 - Previewing Revival, Cornerstone Rye, and Bottled in Bond 48:22 - The wildest bottles ahead: Unforgotten, Voyage, Triumph, and Beacon 52:20 - Why the 45th Anniversary has such a strong empty-glass nose 53:40 - Closing thoughts, thanks, and the next vertical plans Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com

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  Episode #86

  #OHLQ Drops (the ball?), Camping Out, and Old Forester 117 Series; Ep. 86

  Sep 13, 202636 min

  Dan and Bob open with the chaos of a holiday week bourbon drop in Ohio, then shift into a tasting session that puts several Old Forester 117 releases and a Kentucky Artisan Distillery bourbon under the microscope. They also talk through the broader frustration around OHLQ, bottle availability, and how state systems affect hunters, flippers, and everyday buyers. #bourbon #whiskey #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond #bourbontasting #oldforester117 #oldforester #kentuckyartisandistillery #trackside #louisvilleky #jeffersonsbourbon #logstilldistillery #monksroadboilerhouse #podcast #bourbonpodcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bottleshare #bourbondrop #ohlq #wildturkey #cheesygoldfoil In this episode: Dan and Bob recap the morning scramble around the Wild Turkey Gold Foil drop and why the release felt inconsistent across stores They debate OHLQ’s communication, availability tracking, and whether the system helps or hurts bourbon buyers in Ohio They compare Ohio’s setup with other states like Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Tennessee, Florida, and Wisconsin They discuss how holiday timing and truck schedules can disrupt drop days and store-level inventory Dan shares a bottle from Kentucky Artisan Distillery, a wheated Jefferson’s "Trackside" release at 107 proof, and both note it drinks spicier than expected for a wheated bourbon They taste through multiple Old Forester 117 releases, including Triple Char, Extra Old, Extra Extra Old, and Prohibition Era, and compare their noses, proofs, and finishes The Old Forester 117 Triple Char stands out for its banana bread nose, buttery texture, and rich sweetness The Extra Extra Old gets praise for its butterscotch character and easy sipping profile The Prohibition Era release is noted as the least distinctive of the bunch, but still solid at 130 proof They wrap by saying the 117 series is a strong lineup overall, with no truly bad pours among the bottles they opened Timestamps 00:00 — Holiday bourbon chaos and the OHLQ drop conversation 01:32 — Wild Turkey Gold Foil shows up in limited stores 03:27 — Why OHLQ’s availability tracking causes confusion 06:01 — Should Ohio use a lottery or controlled release instead? 09:03 — Liquor store inventory, drop-day uncertainty, and holiday timing 11:18 — Kentucky Artisan Distillery’s wheated Jefferson’s release 14:08 — First impressions: wheated bourbon that drinks like rye 18:03 — Comparing the fresh crack to an earlier sample 20:20 — Opening Old Forester 117 Triple Char 22:10 — Banana bread nose and the big jump in flavor 24:41 — Why the 117 series feels like an experimental lineup 27:16 — Bourbon and Beyond update and Derek Trucks access 29:02 — Comparing the Triple Char to Old Forester 1924 31:14 — Old Forester Extra Old versus Extra Extra Old 33:11 — Why Extra Extra Old tastes like butterscotch 36:02 — Old Forester Prohibition Era Still Proof 38:04 — The 130 proof surprise and finish 39:20 — Blending ideas and final ranking of the pours 40:37 — Final verdict on the 117 series and closing thoughts Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com See us at Bourbon & Beyond! Will have a Bottle Share event at Monk's Road Boilerhouse on Whiskey Row (right next to Old Forester) on Friday September 25th, from 1-3pm. Appetizers will be provided!

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