Budget bourbon lovers, this one’s for you. On this week’s Neat Plans & Pour Decisions, the gang uncork the Kirkland single barrel from Barton 1792 — yes, that one folks keep whispering about in the liquor-store whisper network. The taste te...

This week we’re joined by Zach and Jessica Zimlich of ZAK Cooperage, the family behind some of the most trusted barrels in the whiskey world. They break down how their barrels are made, what makes their process unique, and why the right wood ca...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep. 28 - Short Barrel "Fire In The Hole" This week the guys uncork a monster from Short Barrel’s Single Barrel / Hazmat Series: “Fire in the Hole,” a barrel-proof straight bourbon tipped at 141 pro...

This week, the guys welcome Paul Weldon, General Manager of Louisville’s "Best Liquor Barn", and he’s bringing the heat! Paul shows up with a few exclusive Liquor Barn barrel picks that instantly set the tone — rare pours, big flavor, and plent...

This week, the guys are joined by special guest Jack Beguedou, better known online as @Hood_Sommelier — a whiskey educator, industry voice, and content creator known for breaking down bourbon culture with style, knowledge, and authenticity....

This week on Neat Plans & Pour Decisions we welcome Russ Smith—Louisville basketball legend—and Cecy Linzey, the duo behind Mr. and Mrs. Bourbon Company. They bring along a few special expressions, including a limited-edition collector’s re...

Wild Turkey Master's Keep BeaconThe guys sit down with the newest release from Wild Turkey’s Master’s Keep series, a bottle called Beacon that’s rumored to be the final chapter in the line. From the first sip, it’s clear this ...

This week the guys crack into one of the newest shelf releases hitting the whiskey world — the 1792 Cognac Finish. From the very first sip it’s clear this pour is packing serious dessert vibes: big vanilla, sweet oak, and a bread-pudding richne...

The guys crack open Jefferson’s Reserve Limited Edition Cask Strength—a pour that brings warm baking spice flavors, balance, and a surprisingly approachable price for such a big whiskey. But does it live up to the hype?

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 21 - Elijah Craig B525In this episode of Neat Plans & Pour Decisions, the guys crack open the brand-new Elijah Craig B525 release. Is it good? Sure. But the big question is—does it rival last yea...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 20 - Peerless Single Barrel: Penny CandyThe guys crack open a Peerless Distillery Single Barrel called Penny Candy—and it’s a hit. Downright delicious! Then… the Blind Wheel 😬 What it se...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 19 - Horseshoe 10 yr BourbonThis week the guys dive into a 10-Year Bourbon from Horseshoe Barrel Company. Sure, it’s from one of our own hosts’ company—but we’re not just hyping it up. This pour abso...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions – Episode 18 - Eagle Rare 12yrThis week, the guys get their hands on the new Eagle Rare 12 Year. Just two years older than the standard 10-year but somehow leaps and bounds better. Is it the extra aging? ...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Episode 17 – Standard Old Grand-Dad BiB vs 7yr Grand-Dad BibThe guys blindly sip Old Grand-Dad Bottled in Bond and the new 7-Year Aged Grand-Dad BiB—but can they tell which Grandpa’s got more wisdom in ...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions  - Ep. 16 - Mark Carter and Brian BoothWe’re joined by the legends themselves — Mark Carter and his right-hand man, Brian Booth, from Old Carter Whiskey Co. — and they come bearing gifts! The guys si...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 15 - River Roots Single Barrel Picks 301 & 303This week, the guys take a flavorful trip to Cleveland as they crack open two single barrel bottles from River Roots Distillery—and it’s nothing but ...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 14 - New Riff High Note 10yr Aged BourbonThe boys are back—and this time, they’re tasting the brand new and first ever 10-Year Aged Whiskey from New Riff out of Cincinnati. Spoiler: it SLAPS. 🥃

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 13 - Jack Daniel's 12In this episode, the guys finally get their hands on the much-hyped Jack Daniel’s 12 Year—and it does not disappoint. Big flavors, smooth finish, and unanimous love from the pane...

Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep. 12 - Four Roses 2025 Single Barrel OBSF Father's Day ReleaseThe guys get into something special this week — an exclusive Father’s Day release from Four Roses: the Single Barrel OBSF. Spoiler alert: ...

This week the guys swoon over an incredible bottle from Old Carter and get a major curveball when they spin the wheel!

This week the guys review a revitalized old commonwealth label created by Julian Van Winkle, Kentucky Nectar!

Listen along while we give our review of this Fiddler Toasted Rye and someone nails the sample from the wheel this week!

This week we are trying an exclusive distillery only release from the guys at Pursuit Spirits! 

This week, we're tasting May Day Rye -a 146 proof powerhouse from Whiskey Thief Distilling Co. in Frankfort KY. Don't let the high proof fool you -this rye is shockingly smooth, full of character and dangerously sippable. Join us as we break do...

Follow along with our special guest Cris Banaszynski as we do a completely blind tasting curated specialty for us by Chris Ballou from Watch Hill Proper in Prospect Ky.