Neat Plans and Pour Decisions
Bourbon podcast with a different perspective
Episodes
35 episodes
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye
Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 35 - Elijah Craig Barrel Proof RyeThis week on Neat Plans, the crew cracks into something truly special — a Barrel Proof Elijah Craig Rye pulled straight from a Heaven Hill Distillery Bottle Your Own...
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Episode 35
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15:25
William Heavenhill 19-Year Wheated Bourbon
In this episode, the guys crack open one of the most anticipated releases of the year: the brand-new William Heavenhill 19-Year Wheated Bourbon. And yes… it is absolutely out of this world. From the first sip to the last, the crew can’t help bu...
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Episode 34
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22:15
Willett Small Batch Bourbon
This week the guys sit down with the newly released Willett Small Batch Bourbon—a bottle that’s been getting plenty of buzz from fans of the Bardstown distillery. It's a good pour for a good price!Then things get chaotic in the best way...
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Episode 33
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16:12
Dream Spirits HH 06 Hazmat Bourbon
Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 32 - Dream Spirits HH 06 Hazmat BourbonThe guys crack open a Dream Spirits hazmat 6-year bourbon, sourced and selected by Prav Saraff—owner of West Dupont Circle Wines & Liquors and the mind behi...
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Episode 32
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14:07
Bluegrass Distillers Elkwood Reserve 18-Year Bourbon
Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep 31 - Bluegrass Distillers Elkwood Reserve 18-Year BourbonThis week the guys crack open one of the most impressive bottles they’ve had all year — Bluegrass Distillers’ Elkwood Reserve 18-Year Bourbon....
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Episode 31
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14:07
Kirkland / Barton 1792 Single Barrel
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...
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7:47
Zach and Jessica Zimlich of Zak Cooeprage
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...
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Episode 29
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38:44
Short Barrel "Fire In The Hole"
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...
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Episode 28
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12:58
Liquor Barn GM Paul Weldon
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...
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Episode 27
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28:16
Jack Beguedou aka @Hood_sommelier
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....
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Episode 26
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50:25
Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon Co. - Russ Smith and Cecy Linzey
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...
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Episode 25
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34:47
Wild Turkey Master's Keep Beacon
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 ...
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Episode 24
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18:53
1792 Cognac Finish
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...
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Episode 23
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14:25
Jefferson’s Reserve Limited Edition Cask Strength
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?
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12:30
Elijah Craig B525
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...
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Episode 21
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17:04
Peerless Single Barrel: Penny Candy
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...
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Episode 20
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15:08
Horseshoe Barrel Co. 10 yr Single Barrel
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...
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Episode 19
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13:15
Eagle Rare 12 year
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? ...
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Episode 18
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16:54
Blind Grand-Dad Face-off
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 ...
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Episode 17
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13:35
Old Carter Whiskey Co.
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...
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Episode 16
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55:28
River Roots Single Barrel 301 & 303
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 ...
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Episode 15
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19:06
New Riff High Note 10yr Aged Bourbon
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. 🥃
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Episode 14
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15:58
Jack Daniel's 12
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...
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Episode 13
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13:58