We packed our bags and hit Los Angeles last week and first up for a drink or too is my boy Brendan Schaub. Brendan brings along his Co-Host on The Fighter and The Kid and the glue that holds the team together, Producer Chin!
I have been such a fan of Shapel and Chin and for me this was a fun trip down the booze highway.
We talk about the show, Shapel's history with alcohol and of course Someone gets a birthyear Dusty.
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Mark Reynier believes some of the world’s greatest barley is grown in Ireland, which 'I guess all that rain has to have some benefits’. Anyway, Mark’s Waterford Distillery has created Single Farm Origin, Irish Single Malt Whiskies - expressions of precision and purity, showcasing barley flavors derived from 'individual' Irish farms and harvests. Influenced by the world's greatest winemakers, Waterford obsessively brings to single malt whisky the same intellectual drive, methodology and rigor.
The cool thing, something I’ve never heard of in the Whisky world… the TÉIREOIR CODE a separate code for each Edition covering 3 T’s - Terroir - Transparency - Traceability - a complete and detailed history of what’s in your glass.
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Glassrev.com/waterford will tell you where to buy 3 Single Farm Origin USA exclusive expressions as well as the Organic Gaia Edition 1.1
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
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Ep 129 The Subject of Tipping with Peter Nolan
Peter Nolan is a long time Houston Restaurant namestay and has recently opened a new Bourbon bar in the Heights. Permission Whiskey & Service Company.
We talk about his new spot and the subject of normal tipping protocols and why they have increased over time.
We also dive deep into a new Irish Whiskey Brand while we are on the subject. Waterford Irish Whiskey.
A good time was had by all.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
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Ep 125 Antony Starr talks "The Boys" Season 2
The Boys on Amazon Prime blew away all expectations and largely because of the complicated and pragmatic psychopath that is Homelander.
This week I sit down with Antony Starr for a few drinks and a pour from his birthday bottle, a 1975 IW HARPER.
We talk the insanely perfect show that was Banshee and of course dive deep into season 2 of The Boys and how it has RAILROADED him to a massive and obsessive fandom.
Antony is a great guy and if I have learned to GAUGE anything is surely on the right TRACK to stardom.
A good time was had by all.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Ep 117 Drinking Myths with Mark Normand
**Early Drop and Language Warning**
This week we sit down with the hilarious Mark Normand while he is in town at the Houston Improv to talk about Jokes, Adjusting to his success and massive growth in comedy and we dive deep into a few glasses of Whiskey.
We are re-joined by the incredible Zahid Dewji and we do what we do best. Drink and be silly.
A good time was had by all.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Ep 115 Steve Trevino absolutely loves Texas.
This week I sit down with Steve Trevino. A headlining comic who sold out his weekend before coming on but STILL wanted to drop in for a few drinks.
We talk about his new comedy special, 'Til Death (on Amazon Prime) what it's like to give up the LA Hustle, buy a parcel of land in Texas and just live the good life with his wife and kids while touring the US.
We also address Bryan Callen and his doubts on the 115 yr old Brandy. (Still love you B)
A good time was had by all.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Ep 114 The most Adventurous brewery in Texas. Ingenious.
This week we see the return of Ingenious founder, Justin Gyorfi.
We talk about the wild ride Ingenious has been through over the last couple of years as arguably Texas's most adventurous brewery.
Let me be clear, there are plenty of progressive, ground breaking breweries in Houston but no one, I repeat, no one is thinking outside the box like Ingenious.
For better or worse, no one is having more fun and to be honest... I love it. I love the mindset. I love the motivation. I love the journey.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Ep 113 The Return of the Schaub and The Great Bryan Callen.
This week Brendan Schaub takes a break from lockdown to come back on the show while he is in Town doing Stand up and he brought with him, his better half; The great and powerful Bryan Callen.
We walk through about a dozen different bottles and a half dozen spirits and do what we do best, talk trash.
Sold out 6 different shows and ran rampant through Houston's dynamic food scene at Truth BBQ and one of the best Steakhouses in the city, B & B Butchers.
A good time was had by all.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Ep 111 What happens when you stop focusing on the word Bourbon? Lone Elm Wheat Whiskey
In a recent article of Texas Monthly I was ask to provide my input on some of the best whiskies coming out of Texas.
Near the top of that list was Lone Elm.
Lone Elm has been making Wheat Whiskey in Texas for the last few years and we thought we could invite my good friend and fellow Houston Bourbon Society member, Quad Heinicken on the show to select a couple of barrels.
We are joined by Brandon Choate of Five Points Distilling.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Ep 103 The Subject of Terroir in distilled spirits. Is it non-sense?
When it comes to Wine, Terroir is talked about and widely accepted.
Distilled spirits have adopted the term but is there any weight to this or is it just arbitrary marketing gobbledygook and sales gibberish meant to entice the consumer.
This week I sit down with two of Houston's major Whiskey Bar owner aficionados, Mike Raymond of Reserve 101 and Morgan Weber of Agricole hospitality group and owner of a brand new distillery in Marfa,Texas distilling our version of Sotol and eventually, Whiskey.
A spirited conversation to say the least over a few drams of the good stuff.
Whiskey Neat is a Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by the following sponsors.
Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits, Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.
Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut Fusion received the double gold BLIND and scored a jaw dropping 96 points(said with emphasis) by judges at the Proof awards..
Amrut Single Malt Whisky is widely available across America and can be found almost EVERYWHERE in Texas. Go out and get a bottle today.
Our last Sponsor is THE official Sponsor of Whiskey Neat, Balcones- In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic. Focusing on ingredients and process, they breathed new life into hundreds of years of distilling traditions, earning them worldwide recognition for their whiskies. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to your Southern Glazers representative."
You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
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Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeatwww.MyWhiskeyNeat.com