Ep 85 A Chat with John Witherspoon and Barry Laminack

Friday, Boomerang, The Wayans Bros and The Boondocks, Legend in the industry, Mr. John Witherspoon joins me this week to talk about, who else but him!

We talk about the next Friday film and his return to the Boondocks.
We follow it up with Local Sport Radio host and Stand Up Comic, Barry Laminack.

I have been trying to sit down with Barry for months! Excited to finally make it happen.

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 crafts one of the most award winning Indian Single Malts to the exacting standards of Scotch.
Amrut Fusion ALSO 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 84 Comedian Brendan "Big Brown" Schaub

On the cusp of his new international tour, "50 shades of Brown", This week I sit down with the incredibly funny, Persian Night club owner and future CTE candidate, Brendan "Big Brown" Schaub.

This Whiskey Loving former UFC Heavyweight is on a tear through the Bayou city and I was lucky enough to sit down to discuss Whiskey.

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.

This week’s show is sponsored by Tomatin Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. Taste the softer side of the Highlands with award-winning Tomatin Single Malt Scotch.
You can pick up the "full line of Tomatin items" at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your Southern Glazers reps. Copyright 2019 Tomatin Scotch, 43-46% alcohol/volume. Imported from Scotland by Phillips Distilling Company, Princeton, MN

Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut crafts one of the most award winning Indian Single Malts to the exacting standards of Scotch.
Amrut Fusion ALSO 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.

Or follow us at
IG @MyWhiskeyNeat
Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

Ep 83 The Irish Whisky that Rock built. A discussion with Alex Conyngham

This week I sit down with the Rockstar that is, Alexander Conyngham, His families 300 year legacy in Ireland at Slane castle turned Rock venue and the next step in the families legacy, Slane Irish Whiskey.

We have a few drinks and talk about the incredible history behind the name.

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.

This week’s show is sponsored by Tomatin Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. Taste the softer side of the Highlands with award-winning Tomatin Single Malt Scotch.
You can pick up the "full line of Tomatin items" at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your Southern Glazers reps. Copyright 2019 Tomatin Scotch, 43-46% alcohol/volume. Imported from Scotland by Phillips Distilling Company, Princeton, MN

Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut crafts one of the most award winning Indian Single Malts to the exacting standards of Scotch.
Amrut Fusion ALSO 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.

Or follow us at
IG @MyWhiskeyNeat
Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com



Ep 82 A couple of Stand-up Standups: A conversation with Brad Gray and Dusti Rhodes

The week following my first ever open Mic- I sit down with a couple of Local Standups for drinks and discussion around booze and Jokes.

Dusti Rhodes and Brad Gray join me and a close friend David Zucca.

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.

This week’s show is sponsored by Tomatin Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. Taste the softer side of the Highlands with award-winning Tomatin Single Malt Scotch.
You can pick up the "full line of Tomatin items" at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your Southern Glazers reps. Copyright 2019 Tomatin Scotch, 43-46% alcohol/volume. Imported from Scotland by Phillips Distilling Company, Princeton, MN

Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut crafts one of the most award winning Indian Single Malts to the exacting standards of Scotch.
Amrut Fusion ALSO 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.

Or follow us at
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Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

Ep 81 Houston Mayoral Candidate: Tony Buzbee

This week we break the only rule we have had ever.... No Politics.
We sit down with who may very well be Houston's Next Mayor, Tony Buzbee.

A man who has made a massive career on not only making right some horrible wrongs but to fix them permanently.

We sit down to discuss what he wants to do to fix this cities issues.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s show is sponsored by Tomatin Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. Taste the softer side of the Highlands with award-winning Tomatin Single Malt Scotch.
You can pick up the "full line of Tomatin items" at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your Southern Glazers reps. Copyright 2019 Tomatin Scotch, 43-46% alcohol/volume. Imported from Scotland by Phillips Distilling Company, Princeton, MN

Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut crafts one of the most award winning Indian Single Malts to the exacting standards of Scotch.
Amrut Fusion ALSO 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.

Or follow us at
IG @MyWhiskeyNeat
Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

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Whiskey Neat Ep 80 Heaven's Door and the subject of Celebrity Endorsed Spirits, With Ryan Perry and Jordan Davis

The subject of Celebrity endorsed spirits has come up often and usually incites a hesitance in the experienced drinker.
Heavens door is not like your typical celebrity endorsed spirit and that is because of people like Ryan Perry.

This week I sit down with Ryan Perry and Jordan Davis and we discuss the Bob Dylan inspired partnership that introduced the world to a new possibility..... a celebrity endorsed product that DOESN'T suck.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s show is sponsored by Tomatin Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey. Taste the softer side of the Highlands with award-winning Tomatin Single Malt Scotch.
You can pick up the "full line of Tomatin items" at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your Southern Glazers reps. Copyright 2019 Tomatin Scotch, 43-46% alcohol/volume. Imported from Scotland by Phillips Distilling Company, Princeton, MN

Whiskey Neat is supported by the Inspired Spirits at Glass Rev Imports and Amrut Distilleries.
Amrut crafts one of the most award winning Indian Single Malts to the exacting standards of Scotch.
Amrut Fusion ALSO 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.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
IG @MyWhiskeyNeat
Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

Bourbon Legend, Al Young and that other guy

Four Rose Ambassador and Bourbon Legend, Al Young drops in to Houston this week and we share a few drinks. We are also joined by the local legend himself, Nicholas Talamantes.

I often try and get juicy bits out of the guests and for once, Al let's us in on something pretty interesting.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

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Whiskey Neat Ep 78 Alexandre Gabriel: A Town Hall Q&A with the French Renegade and Russell Thoede.

This week we go live and in person at Lei Low bar in Houston Texas.

One of the most beloved rum bars in the city and sit down, Town Hall style, with Russell Thoede and the French Renegade, Maison Ferrand's Alexandre Gabriel to discuss the Recent Rum Controversies happening in the Rum World.

A in person Q&A from the audience to try and understand Alexandre and his stance on Dosage and the GI.

It was a great conversation and we are beyond excited for this to finally air!

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

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Whiskey Neat Ep 77 Smooth Ambler's John Little.

Our final Tales week interview is with the incredible, John Little.

John Little and Smooth Ambler has been making waves for years in the bourbon scene.
We are joined by Wade Woodard and Todd Grube.
We talk about the recent price increase, their rise to fame and just about everything else I have ever wanted to ask the man.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

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Whiskey Neat Ep. 76 Bonus Episode with Mad Tv's Aries Spears and Andy Steinberg

This week we have a Bonus episode with Comedian Aries Spears. This one is a doozy with a lot of new big words being said on the show.

Enjoy!

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
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Whiskey Neat Ep 75 The Black Bourbon Society, with Samara Rivers and Armond Davis

This week I sit down with Armond Davis and Samara B Rivers, Co-Hosts of Bonded in Bourbon and Samara is the founder of the Black Bourbon Society.

We discuss the lack of healthy attention from the liquor industry for decades towards People of Color and how it was time for a much needed change.

The Black Bourbon Society brings together African American Bourbon enthusiasts from across the United States. Through their platforms and events; they encourage members to enjoy good bourbon, network with like-minded bourbon lovers, and learn more about America’s Native Spirit. Everyone is welcome – from bourbon beginners to bourbon connoisseurs.

www.blackbourbonsociety.com

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
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Whiskey Neat Ep 74 Kate Perry and Richard Seale; Rum Diaries.

There has been an explosion of Rum awareness in the last few years and with that comes an uprising in the demand of strict protections of an extremely old and traditionally ignored regulatory category. Rum.

This week I sit down at Tales of the Cocktail with the incredible Kate Perry, of La Maison & Velier(@wheninrhum) and Foursquare's Richard Seale to discuss.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
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Whiskey Neat Ep. 73 The biggest distillery west of the Mississippi; Gulf Coast Distillers

Since 2016, Houston has been low key hiding the biggest distillery west of the Mississippi. Gulf Coast distillers has invested more money in two years in their distillery than you can possibly imagine.

3 Pot stills, 2 massive columns, 6 40k Gallon fermenters, the list goes on and on.

We sit down this week with Hermen Key from GUlf Coast distillery and Todd Grube returns to talk Texas Whiskey.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
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Whiskey Neat Ep 72 Occipital Release with Ian, Cruze and Jeremiah!

Snobbery is commonplace in all hobbies and this week I sit down with Ian and Cruze of Smokin' and Toastin' and are FINALLY joined by Jeremiah at Stogies in Houston to discuss.

A great time was had by all.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
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Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

Whiskey Neat Ep 71 Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley

This week host, Kristopher Hart sits down with The Master Distiller of Buffalo Trace and the Texas State manager for Sazerac Brands, Tyler Fraser.

We talk about his new Project, Wheatley Vodka, Barrel Picks and whether or not the other Blantons offerings will ever make it stateside. . . His answer will surprise you.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.
Or follow us at
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Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

Whiskey Neat Ep 70 The Life of Dolph Lundgren

Host Kristopher Hart sits down with Dolph Lundgren to discuss his legendary career and life as a father.

This week I sit down with Film star and Hollywood Legend, Dolph Lundgren.

Producer Jack and I make the trip out to San Antonio to interview someone I have always been a huge fan of and It could not have gone any better.

We talk about his time as a youth and recovering from Child Abuse to his Divorce and return to the spotlight in his breakout role as Ivan Drago in the latest Creed film.

He is great and we absolutely loved it.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and 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.

This week’s episode is ALSO brought to you by Belle Meade Bourbon. Aged to perfection, Belle Meade's high Rye Bourbon portfolio offers a variety of taste tempting expressions including their award winning Sherry, Madeira, and Cognac Cask finishes as well as their Classic Small Batch Bourbon AND the new Cask Strength Reserve.

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 TEXAS WHISKEY, earning them worldwide recognition for their products. You can pick up their whiskies at your local liquor store, or if you're a retailer, reach out to YOUR Southern Glazers wine and spirits rep.

Lastly, Sagamore spirit.

Did you know that both Jim Beam & Basil Hayden learned how to distill in Maryland? It’s true – some of America’s most famous distillers got their start in the Free State and now Sagamore Spirit is picking up the torch. Today’s production is brought to you by this award-winning Baltimore-Based distillery, home to the World’s Best Rye Whiskey.

Savor the Spirit of Sagamore all over this great nation and Look for their Lineup at a local liquor store near you.

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook.

Or follow us at
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Twitter @MyWhiskeyNeat
www.MyWhiskeyNeat.com

Ep 69 Just a couple of friends in Waco sharing a pour at Balcones.

This week I hit the road to Waco to sit down with two friends who just so happen to be in the distilling business. 

I am joined by Balcones head distiller, and Baldur look-alike, Jared Himstedt and my brother from another mother Robert Likarish of Ironroot Republic. 

We talk for over two hours, sharing pours from our own collections and a few things special Balcones is working on. 
Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.
Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.  
You can pick up the entire line at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your United Wine & Spirits rep. 
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Whiskey Neat Ep 68 Ilegal Mezcal, a touch of Sotol and a little Buie

Let's talk about Mezcal. A fantastic spirit with a storied history and I am a fan

This week I sit down with Racheal Buie of Ilegal Mezcal to talk about one of my favorite Spirits from Mexico. We dabble in Sotol and talk briefly about a topic I would love to discuss on the show, Cultural Appropriation.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.
Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.  
You can pick up the entire line at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your United Wine & Spirits rep. 
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Ep 67 A scenario in which a Tennessee Whiskey isn't a bourbon, with Chris Fletcher

On our second stop in Nashville we sit down with Chris Fletcher, Assistant Master distiller at Jack Daniels and discuss the scenario in which a Tennessee Whiskey does NOT qualify as a bourbon.

This is NOT another discussion about Jack Daniels being a bourbon or not but more so the history behind the brand as well as a Tennessee State law that overlooks additives.

Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.

Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.  

You can pick up the entire line at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your United Wine & Spirits rep. 
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Ep 66 Charlie Nelson had a destiny and there was no stopping it.

Lets talk about Nelson Greenbrier's storied past and Bright Future.

This week we travel to Nashville and sit down with Charlie Nelson of Nelson Greenbrier Distillery. 
His family history in distilling is one helluva a story to be told. 

We are joined by Chris Jones and Sean Hendry to share a few drams and talk about the direction the brand is heading.
Whiskey Neat is a podcast and Radio show on iTunes and ESPN 97.5 FM in Houston and is brought to you every week by Terlato Distell Artisan Spirits.
Leader in premium artisan products like Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Ledaig/ Tobermory, Bains, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader.  

You can pick up the entire line at your local liquor store, or if you are a retailer reach out for your United Wine & Spirits rep. 

You can find the show on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Podcast arena, IHeart Radio, Spotify, YouTube and Facebook. 
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