Whiskey for the Ages
Whiskey for the Ages was created for the entertainment and enlightenment of others. Our podcast is sprinkled with whiskey history and produced in a way novices, enthusiasts, and aficionados alike to learn for themselves how whiskey is enjoyed differently by multiple people. Join in the fun to learn how Dad and Daughters enjoy the amber nectar.
Episodes
In our third episode of Series 05, we discuss some Whiskey News, and in our feature, discuss a topic many whiskey drinkers ponder ... How does wheat in the mash affect the way whiskey tastes? Similar to what we explored in Series 04, Is Rye Whiskey Spicy?, we take on the challenge ... This time while sipping four different wheaters:
- Bernheim Original Wheat Whiske...
In this, our second episode of Series 05, we discuss some Whiskey News, share what we're doing this season, and in our feature, revisit pairing whiskey with bread. We had so much fun the first time around, we decided to do it again.
Tap now to join us as we discuss the subtleties of blending our grains in differing media.
In this, our first episode of Series 5, we discuss some Whiskey News, set the stage for this season, and in our feature, Review Wilderness Trail Wheat Straight Bourbon Bottled in Bond. If you've seen the bottle on store shelves and wondered about it, this is the show for you.
Tap now to join us as we discuss Wilderness Trail Wheat.
In this, our final episode of Series 4, we review a whiskey from our bunker, picked by you, our listeners, patrons, and followers. And as always, we discuss some Whiskey News and off some suggestions for your next whiskey scavenger hunt. If you've seen the bottle on store shelves and wondered about it, this is the show for you.
Click now to join us ... S04E10 WftA - Listener's Pick Review ... Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Rye.
In this, our Series 4 Whiskey History episode, we discuss some of the more prominent people involved in the whiskey trade Whiskey industry in the early 19th century. Some are familiar, and others, not so much. along the way, we touch on some whiskey news and suggest a couple of bottles for your next scavenger hunt.
Tap now to join us as we discuss 1810-1869 American Whiskey History.
In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editor Hannah Dawson leads the panel on a journey of archaeological discovery for The Glenlivet Distillery. Click now to learn what's been going on near the river Livet in Speyside, Scotland over the last 200 years.
In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editors Hannah, Elora and Brian Dawson talk with James Johnston, Admin of their local whiskey group, Boise Whiskey Enthusiasts (the BWE).
James has recently taken the helm of the BWE after their beacon, founder, and first Admin stepped down. During this show the panel discusses some favorite whiskies, whiskey clubs and their place in the community, how start your own group, and so much more.
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In this Whiskey for the Ages podcast, host Hannah Dawson leads the cast as she tells the tale of one of America's first 30 craft distilleries, Dry Fly Distilling out of Spokane, WA. During the discussion, Brian, Elora and Hannah explore some of the Distillery's offerings:
- Dry Fly Bourbon 101
- Dry Fly Port Finished Wheat ...
In this podcast episode, we discuss some Whiskey News, and in our feature, review Limestone Branch Distillery's Yellowstone American Single Malt Whiskey. If you've seen the bottle on store shelves and wondered about it, this is the show for you. Pick one up, pop the cork, pour yourself a dram, and tap now to join us!
In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian focus on whiskies in the 101 to 110 proof range. The panel talks about the making of whiskeys in the spectrum, and identify what makes these whiskeys so popular. Along the way they compare several samples,
In our third podcast episode of Series 4, we discuss some Whiskey News, and in our feature, consider what gives whiskey a spicy mouthfeel. Does rye in the mashbill really make for spicier whiskey? We're not mythbusters, but we're about to dig in and uncover reasons why many people believe rye is spicy.
Is it true? Tap now to join us as we address the belief ... Is Rye Whiskey Spicy?
In this episode, Elora’s first podcast leadership role, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian compare how bread impacts the aromas and flavors of various whiskies. Savory bread with bourbon, sweet bread with rye … Which will be their favorite?
And as always, the WftA panel shares opinions on several news stories and suggest some whiskies to scavenge for as well. Tap now to join us as we pair bread with whiskey.
In this, our first episode of Series 4, we discuss some Whiskey News, set the stage for this season, and in our feature, review Benchmark Bonded Bourbon. If you've seen the bottle on store shelves and wondered about it, this is the show for you.
Tap now to join us as we discuss Benchmark Bonded Bourbon.
In this, our Series 3 finale (and 30th show), we discuss some whiskey news, and in our feature, review a whiskey from our bunker picked by fans of the show. Tap the thumbnail now to join us as we review … Knob Creek 15 Year Old Bourbon.
In this, the ninth WftA podcast episode of Series 3, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian discuss the history of drinking in America and the insane amount of whiskey our forefathers consumed. All this drinking led to the temperance and women’s suffrage movements and then Prohibition. Along the way, they sip on some historically significant whiskies.
- Old Overholt Straight Rye Whiskey
- Michter’s US1 Sour Mash
- Old P...
In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian discuss some Whiskey News, suggest some whiskies for your next scavenger hunt, and in their lead-in feature, discuss some tips and tricks they've learned to help listeners get more out of each whiskey journey.
Tap now to join us as we share our Whiskey Tips and Tricks.
In this episode, host Hannah Dawson leads the discussion on the history behind Old Forester Distillery. Along the way, she and fellow Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora and Brian share their thoughts on four Old Forester whiskies …
- Old Forester 86
- Old Forester 1870
- Old Forester 1920
- Old Forester Rye
… The WftA Team will also discuss some recent happenings in the whiskey world and suggest some new whiskies to add to your s...
In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian welcome friend of the show, Greg Walters. Greg is the author of Whiskey Tap, as well as many other weekly newsletters and podcasting ventures.
During the nearly 3 and a half hour show, Greg’s nose and palate are put to the test with whiskies from six different genres:
- Rye
- Scotch
- American Single Malt
- Common Bourbon
- High proof Wheated Bourbon
- Finished Bourbon <...
Welcome back to another episode of Whiskey for the Ages! In this exciting installment, hosts Brian Dawson, Hannah, and Elora dive into a unique whiskey tasting adventure. This time, they explore two barrel-proof rye whiskeys from the same distillery but with different packaging. The team embarks on a journey to determine if the packaging influences the whiskey's character and everything else.
They start with the Rossville Union 7-Y...
In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian talk 91 to 99 Proof Whiskies, sharing their thoughts on three distinctly different products:
And as always they'll highlight several news stories and suggest some whiskies to scavenge for as well. Tap an icon below now to listen in.