What else is there to say? It's BTAC season! For this week, we taste and review one of the most revered bourbons in all of the land which is George T. Stagg. Coming from the annual release of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, this years version is a little over 15 years in age and clocks in at a blistering 135 proof. This bourbon is the shear definition of premium. Even though we were passed over again for media samples by BT, Kenny hustled his *ss off to get us this bottle. So, is GTS...

The whiskey that we taste and review this week started out as an 8-year old Kentucky bourbon and then traveled to Japan for finishing in wine, sherry, and ex-yamazaki casks. Woooo! That's a voyage that even Jefferson's would be jealous of. This limited release collaboration from Beam Suntory is the first of it's kind -- but, is it any good? You'll have to listen to find out. Join us this week as we talk about gas station sushi and try to figure out who the other dude is. Also, you'll get to...

Maysville, Kentucky is known as the “birthplace of bourbon” and this week we taste and review a whiskey that dates all the way back to 1876. Old Pogue Master’s Select is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey that is produced in very small batches and only available in a handful of states. The original Pogue Distillery closed its doors in 1920, suffering the same fate as many other brands during prohibition. The 5th and 6th generations of the Pogue family revived the brand in 2004 and built a...

Michter's 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has been around for quite some time. While "M10" bourbon is always a favorite amongst Michter's fans and enthusiasts alike, the 2023 release has been receiving some very praiseworthy reviews. Even though we could take the word of others about this years release, it's always more fun to find out for ourselves! Join us this week as we reflect on the third annual Mashup Halloween extravaganza, tease a recent barrel pick that we went on, and...

Lux Row Distillers has put out some excellent products over the last few years. Even though you've heard of Blood Oath and Double Barrel Bourbon, the bottle we've chosen for this week is probably sitting on a shelf somewhere near you. Old Ezra 7 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey, is a bold and robust rye that is a blend of two different MGP mashbills. This bottle definitely flies under the radar, but should it? Join us this week as we taste and discuss this whiskey, discuss an unfortunate...

In 2018, Woodford Reserve debuted their Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey. As the third permanent extension of the Woodford line and the increasing popularity of malt whiskeys, we felt it necessary to sip and review this shelfie. This whiskey is a barely malt (coming in at 51% malt/47% corn/2% rye) and the tastings notes emphasize nutty characteristics and chocolate. Is that what we will taste? You never know. Join us this week as we talk about a recent barrel pick experience at the famed...

Southern Distilling Company was founded in 2013 and their spirits has been getting quite a bit of attention lately. This week, we take our talents to back to the south and explore what might be North Carolina's worst kept secret. For this episode, we sip and review a bottle of Southern Star Paragon Single Barrel Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon. Coming in at 4 years old and 110.7 proof - will this young wheater delight our senses or leave us feeling like it needs more time in the barrel? Join us...

It's a big week on the Mash Up. Not only are we reviewing one of the hottest bottles in the land, but we are also welcoming back our brother in bourbon, Steven. 13th Colony Distillery has been around since 2009, but they gained massive notoriety last year when they released their double oaked bourbon. We got our hands on the most recent version of this bottle and couldn't wait to crack it. You'll have to join us this week to see if we think this bottle is worth the hype. Also, you won't want...

Maryland-style rye came roaring back onto the scene over the past few years and one of the companies most closely associated with its resurgence is Sagamore Spirit. Founded in 2013 by Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank, Sagamore Spirit Distillery is in the heart of Baltimore, Maryland and has a history that is tied to champion thoroughbred horses and limestone-filtered water. Sounds a lot like Kentucky. Well, we're not in Kentucky anymore and this week we taste and review Sagamore Spirit Double...

In episode 107 of our podcast, we tasted Elijah Craig Barrel Proof batch B523 which was the first in the history of the release to carry a sub 12 year age statement. The newest batch of ECBP (C923) has been one of the most hyped due to the fact that it carries a whopping 13 year, 7 month age statement. This "technically" makes it the oldest release of this product to date. Instead of our normal format, we called an audible and decided to blind this most recent batch of ECBP against two...

Something special happened at Star Hill Farm in Loretto, Kentucky this past month. After many years speculation, Marker's Mark finally released something loyal enthusiasts and newbies alike have been waiting for. Marker's Mark Cellar Aged is a blend of 11 and 12 year old bourbons that started off aging in traditional rickhouses and was then moved to a temperature controlled cellar to finish the aging process. Outside of some highly sought after commemorative bottles, this has easily become...

You know that we favor Kentucky - almost to a fault. When we heard that Garrison Brothers annual Cowboy Bourbon release was gonna be hazmat, that definitely got our attention. Join us this week as we taste and review one of the self-proclaimed finest whiskies to come from Texas. In 2006, the Garrison Brothers distillery was granted the first stiller's permit for bourbon outside of Kentucky and Tennessee, which makes it the oldest legal bourbon distillery in Texas. This is a first on The...

In 2021, it was announced that Wild Turkey's Camp Nelson "C" warehouse would be decommissioned. Though this was done for safety reasons and due to the age of the building, it left turkey lovers a bit bewildered as this warehouse had a reputation for housing some excellent single barrels through the years. On the heels of this news, Wild Turkey announced a brand new release: Russell’s Reserve Single Rickhouse. The first annual limited release was made up of 72 barrels from the famed Camp...

Just last year, rumors were swirling that the Old Fitz Decanter Series was being discontinued. Many wondered what was next for the long revered and beloved Old Fitzgerald bourbon brand. However, in the midst of the speculation, Heaven Hill surprised us all when they announced the "Spring 2023" decanter series release of Old Fitz. Coming in at 10 years old, this bottle marks the 11th national release in this series and should be arriving on shelves across the nation very soon. One member of...

These week, we used our midwestern sensibilities and traveled to north to the Great Lakes State to taste and try a bourbon that was gifted to us during a recent barrel pick experience. From just north of the Motor City, Valentine Distilling Co. burst onto the scene a few years ago by sourcing some excellent MGP distillate. During that time, they were also barreling their own liquid. Is this juice worth the squeeze? Tune in this week as the fellas take a deep dive on this whiskey while giving...

"The original wheated bourbon" has been the focal point of our podcast in the past, but we've never rated and reviewed this variant of the Wellerz product line. Weller Antique 107 is somewhat of a modern classic bourbon that is passionately referred to as OWA (old weller antique). While this whiskey is abundant in many states, it seems to be more elusive in Kentucky these days. But is it worthy of the status it has been given in the bourbon community and all the hype? We will give you the...

Sláinte! Top o the mornin to ya! This week, we taste and review our first Irish whiskey of the podcast. Is it Jameson or Proper Twelve? No...we had to go straight to some of the oldest stuff that we could find: Redbreast 27 Year Old Irish Whiskey. You may have walked past this bottle many times since it carries a hefty price tag...but, was that a good decision? You'll have to listen to find out. Join the lads this week as they discuss fun times with their kiddos, old stories about St. Patty's...

Rice Whiskey? Really? Is this some kind of joke? Our partners over at bourbonoutfitter.com surprised us and sent this bottle so you know that we had to give it a try. Seeking something unique to do with their rice crop, J.T. Meleck Distillers came up with the idea to first make a rice vodka and then quickly moved on to making whiskey. Coming in at 122.5 proof, this 100% rice whiskey was aged 5 years in a 53 gallon new charred oak barrel, following a process that is very similar to the way...

Amburana finishing has taken the bourbon world by storm. However, not everyone is on board with this latest craze. People seem to either love or hate it. Last week, we traveled out west to taste a finished bourbon and this week we stick to our own backyard. RD One Spirits, established right here in Lexington, KY in 2020, is a relatively new craft distiller that is making a splash in the bourbon world. On the advice of one of our best listeners who recently visited RD One on his trip to...

Normally we stay within the state of Kentucky, but this week we ventured far out West to Sonoma County, California to taste and review Ammunition Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Cabernet Sauvignon Barrels. The folks at Daylight Wine and Spirits were winemakers first and quickly turned their attention to bourbon. Even though they have been producing bourbon since 2017, none of us had heard of this product. So what did we think? You'll have to listen to find out. This pour reminded one of...

Back in episode 62, we asked if you had read any good books lately? Fast forward to present day, this week is no different. For this episode, we taste and review Little Book Chapter 06: To The Finish. Little Book was created by Freddie Noe and has quickly become a favorite of the fall bourbon release season. In this episode, the guys talk vacation to LA and ultimately ponder if a 4-5 year old heavily smoked, malted, and finished whiskey is worthy of an allocated Fall release. Will the fellas...

Some people have called this the best allocated bourbon of 2022. Others claimed that it was overrated. We are here to settle the debate once and for all! This week we crack open a bottle of Parker's Heritage Double Barreled Blend Bourbon. This is the 16th offering in this series from the Heaven Hill Distillery that honors the legacy of former master distiller Parker Beam. The double barreled blend is a mixture of well aged bourbon (13 & 15 yr barrels) that was matured for an additional...

Happy fRYEday! We've been on quite the Heaven Hill kick lately. The bottle that we open for this week's episode is Rittenhouse Rye BIB that was selected by a local store here in Lexington, KY. Join us as we discuss many exciting things which include an impromptu tequila tasting, an exciting new partnership, and Anthony's absentmindedness when it comes to tasting. Is the Rittenhouse pick program one of the best things from Heaven Hill in recent times? You'll have to give us a listen to find...

When you think of Florida - what comes to mind? Surely it’s sunny beaches and top quality oranges. Probably the last thing that anyone associates Florida with is bourbon. However, a distillery located in the heart of America’s oldest city is seeking to change that. St. Augustine Distillery, which was established in 2013, produces numerous spirits and one of its most popular products is Florida Straight Bourbon. This week, we taste and review this bottle and talk about numerous things such as...

Finally, Steven has come back…to @themashupky podcast! For this momentous occasion - we have a special bottle that some might refer to as a “treasure.” Blanton’s Takara Black single barrel bourbon whiskey is produced right in our backyard (Frankfort, Kentucky) and then exported over to Japan where it has been enjoyed for many years. Thanks to a generous new neighbor, we were about to get our hands on this sought after version of Blanton’s. Will it live up to the hype and how will it compare...