Bourbon, Brass & Beyond

Hosted by two bourbon enthusiasts and neighbors: Bob is Director of Operations at a Contact Center, Dad, and always on the hunt for bourbons; Dan is a lifelong trumpet player, Dad, and airline pilot. Together, and with guests, they share their collections with you! Bourbon, Brass & Beyond is where travel, taste, and timeless sound come together. From adventures at 30,000 feet, every story pours a little bourbon into life’s soundtrack. Come join us as we taste, discuss, and search for our unicorns. Please email us at info@bourbonbrassandbeyond.com if you would like to be a guest or have any comments!

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  Episode #95

  Penelope Estate Collection, NEW Heaven Hill Double Mash, and Monk's Road Barrel Pick; Ep. 95

  Oct 2, 202647 min

  Bourbon Brass and Beyond: Penelope Estate Collection Tasting Dan, Bob, Michael, and Calvin gather for a wide-ranging bourbon tasting, comparing Penelope Estate Collection releases, sampling Heaven Hill Double Mash, and sharing a standout Monks Road barrel pick. Along the way, they talk flavor notes, proof, sourcing, barrel picks, and how the bourbon landscape may be changing. In this episode The group tastes Heaven Hill Double Mash, a nine-year, bottled-in-bond release that combines wheated and high-rye bourbon components. They compare Penelope Estate Collection ten-year single barrels from different years, noting differences in proof, aroma, and flavor. The hosts discuss tasting notes ranging from rye spice, vanilla, oak, and cherry cola to grass, cinnamon, and apricot. They explore Penelope’s lineup of single barrels, private selects, and finished whiskeys, including French oak expressions. A conversation about MGP raises questions about sourcing, whiskey inventory, and what may happen as producers adjust their stocks. A Monk's Road barrel pick sourced by Wally Dant at Log Still Distillery, earns high praise for its smoky character, caramel, cinnamon, and ripe-fruit notes. The group reflects on the personal appeal of barrel picks and bottles with handwritten details. The episode closes with football, fall weather, and everyday life updates. Timestamps 00:00 – Fresh cracks and the evening’s lineup 03:57 – First taste of Heaven Hill Double Mash 06:13 – The nine-year age statement and whiskey inventory 08:27 – Pennsylvania rye and Liberty Pole Spirits 12:27 – Comparing Penelope Estate Collection bottles 15:18 – Rye spice, vanilla, and proof differences 18:13 – MGP, sourcing, and the whiskey market 21:19 – Tasting differences between releases 27:18 – Penelope’s finished whiskeys 30:40 – French oak and stave finishing 34:08 – Introducing the Monks Road barrel pick 36:13 – The standout pour’s flavor and finish 41:43 – Barrel-pick experiences and handwritten labels 46:16 – Comparing Penelope blends and single barrels 51:18 – Final lineup and closing thoughts 56:27 – Sign-off and where to find the show Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com Penelope - https://penelopebourbon.com Log Still Distillery - https://www.logstilldistillery.com Heaven Hill - https://www.heavenhilldistillery.com

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  Episode #94

  Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Ep. 94

  Oct 1, 202659 min

  Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Dan and Steph recap their Bourbon & Beyond weekend, sharing festival highlights, bourbon tastings, artist discoveries, and an honest comparison of the event’s VIP options. They also offer practical tips for anyone planning a future festival trip. #bourbonandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond2026 #dannywimmerpresents #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #musicfestival #louisvilleky #bourbontrail #monksroad #monksroadboilerhouse #bottleshare #logstilldistillery #oldlouisvillewhiskey #fredminnick #derektrucks #brewzle #pappyandco #oldripvanwinkle #davematthewsband #dmbgc #swagswap #dmbbigwhiskey #podcast #thebourbonhunters #fritterpour #bottomshelf #tedeschitrucksband #asspocketwhiskey #apw #wallydant #andbeyond What we cover Preparing for the festival by previewing unfamiliar artists How the Derek Trucks interview and media passes came together Comparing general admission, Mint VIP, and Angels Envy Beyond VIP VIP perks—including food, drinks, lockers, restrooms, and stage access—and where expectations fell short A memorable bottle share featuring rare and distinctive pours at Monk's Road Boiler House Meeting bourbon personalities and fellow enthusiasts: JD Fritzges, Derek Trucks, Brewzle, Fred Minnick, Preston Van Winkle... Standout music moments, from Hootie and the Blowfish to Chris Stapleton and Dave Matthews Band Festival food, walking, weather, and crowd experience Whether the weekend—and VIP—was worth it Festival tips Wear comfortable shoes, bring ear protection, and consider getting a locker. Expect plenty of walking and changing temperatures. Before choosing a VIP tier, weigh the amenities against the access you’ll actually use. Timestamps 00:00 Festival intro 03:19 Previewing bands on the drive down 04:47 The Derek Trucks interview 06:23 Media passes and VIP wristbands 07:51 VIP food, drinks, and amenities 10:42 Mint VIP crowding 15:54 Thursday’s headliners 17:10 The Monks Road Boiler House bottle share 22:21 Mumford & Sons 23:21 Red Clay Strays and ear protection 27:46 Meeting Fred Minnick 31:00 Hootie and the Blowfish 32:21 Dave Matthews Band 34:49 Standout discovery acts 36:46 Bottle share pours 43:15 Bourbon programming and festival encounters 49:25 Festival food 51:22 Comfort, walking, and weather 53:33 Final festival ratings 60:33 Listener callout and giveaway tease 65:45 Closing thoughts Memorable moments “Bourbon’s not about the bourbon. Bourbon’s about meeting people and drinking bourbon with other people.” “Hootie and the Blowfish were the surprise of the whole festival for me.” Bourbon, Brass & Beyond- https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com Bourbon & Beyond - https://www.bourbonandbeyond.com Monk's Road Bourbon - https://www.logstilldistillery.com Ass Pocket Whiskey - https://asspocketwhiskey.com

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  Episode #93

  Fred Minnick at Bourbon & Beyond 2026; Ep. 93

  Sep 27, 202620 min

  Fred Minnick joins Dan to talk bourbon, mental health, family history, and the changing rules around whiskey labeling. The conversation also gets personal, touching on pilot mental health, jujitsu, aging, and why preserving stories matters. If you want a grounded look at where bourbon is today and what its future might look like, this one covers a lot of ground. #bourbon #fredminnick #whiskey #vodkasucks #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond #monksroad #derektrucks #asspocketwhiskey #oldripvanwinkle #jamesbeam #oakandage #bottomshelf #bestsellingauthor Key topics Fred Minnick talks about his book Bottom Shelf , including the paperback edition coming in February with added research on Old Crow and the people James Crow taught to distill. He and the hosts discuss mental health in aviation, including the stigma pilots face when seeking help and why recognizing the need for help has to come first. Fred shares his view that self-awareness matters more than blame, and warns against getting stuck in victim thinking or using social media outrage to validate anger. The conversation explores pilot medical certification, PTSD, and whether airlines are giving pilots enough support. Fred talks about his personal life, including building a house, selling his office, and trying to keep up during wrestling season. He discusses jujitsu and aging, including how he trains more selectively now and why he values safer, more sustainable rolling. The hosts and Fred revisit Bourbon & Beyond, which Fred helped build from its early days into one of the country’s biggest festivals. A major section focuses on bourbon labeling, with Fred arguing that the word “bourbon” needs stronger protection and that “whiskey” should often be the lead term for blends, finishes, or nontraditional expressions. Fred explains how trade agreements and legal definitions protect bourbon internationally—and why inconsistent labeling in the U.S. could create problems if other countries push for their own definitions. He closes on the current whiskey market, discussing American single malt, blends of straights, barrel finishes, and the quality whiskey entering wholesale as companies try to weather the next few years. Timestamps 00:00 — Fred Minnick returns, Bottom Shelf , and the Cleveland versus Columbus mix-up 01:28 — Pilot mental health and why reaching out matters 02:58 — Recognizing when you need help 03:27 — How social media fuels blame and victim thinking 05:13 — PTSD risk and the stigma around pilots seeking care 06:11 — Paperback update, Old Crow research, and family history 07:11 — Jujitsu, wrestling, and training smarter with age 09:09 — Building Bourbon and Beyond into a major festival 10:07 — Why family stories and bourbon history need to be preserved 11:05 — The fight over protecting the word “bourbon” 13:02 — Why international bourbon labels could become a bigger issue 14:00 — Blends, finishes, and transparency on the shelf 15:28 — Scotch’s protected naming model versus bourbon 16:52 — What’s keeping bourbon moving forward 17:49 — Dusties, traditional flavor, and old-school high-rye profiles 18:48 — Wholesale barrels, NDPs, and concerns about flavor drift 19:15 — Finding a 143-proof Beam barrel worth buying 20:15 — How whiskey companies are surviving the next three years Notable quotes “You gotta recognize it yourself.” “If you have a lot of money, you can do whatever the hell you want.” Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com Fred Minnick - https://www.fredminnick.com

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  Episode #92

  Bourbon & Beyond Bottle Share at Monk's Road Boiler House w/JD Fritzges; Ep. 92

  Sep 26, 20261h 8m

  Bourbon, Brass & Beyond and The Bourbon Hunters at Bourbon and Beyond 2026 A lively crossover tasting at Bourbon and Beyond brings Dan and JD Fritzges, from The Bourbon Hunters, together to explore standout bourbons, rare bottles, barrel picks, and the stories behind them. From a creamy 11-year Old Louisville single barrel to historic dusty bottles, the conversation celebrates whiskey’s flavors—and the memories and friendships shared around it. A very special thank you to Wally Dant, Log Still Distillery, and Monk's Road Boiler House for welcoming us for our Bottle Share. It was an amazing experience. And a thank you to Teddy, General Manager at Monk's Road Boilerhouse for helping his through the afternoon. Chef Ciro was amazing as always. #bourbonandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond2026 #bourbon #whiskey #bourbonbrassandbeyond #thebourbonhunters #fritterpour #oldlouisville #olddusties #asspocketwhiskey #derektrucks #apw #oakandage #jamesbeam #oldgranddad #jackdaniels #singlebarrel #barrelpick #dudepoole #wallydant #monksroad #logstilldistillery Key topics What makes a memorable barrel pick: rich texture, layered flavors, and a finish that lingers. JD’s Old Louisville 11-year MGP single barrel, compared with a previous 9-year pick. Why flavor matters more than proof, and how different producers work with sourced MGP whiskey. Favorite performances so far from Bourbon and Beyond, including Linda Perry, Live, Queens of the Stone Age, The Fray, and Lindsey Stirling. High West’s Prisoner Share and how its wine finish complements rather than overwhelms the bourbon. Rare and vintage bottles, including old Wild Turkey, Old Grand-Dad, and a special whiskey distilled in 1977 and bottled in 1982. The Dant family’s whiskey heritage, including family history, JW Dant, and stories preserved across generations. Dan’s reason for podcasting: creating a record of the bourbon stories his grandfather shared. Timestamps 00:00 — Old Louisville 11-year MGP single barrel 01:20 — Stone fruit, brown sugar, and a creamy mouthfeel 03:24 — Flavor over proof 04:15 — MGP and how different producers handle it 04:55 — Bourbon and Beyond festival highlights 08:16 — Derek Trucks and the connection between music and bourbon 09:45 — Comparing the 9-year and 11-year picks 11:14 — Rye whiskey, tasting notes, and discovering new favorites 16:52 — Vintage bottles and estate-sale finds 20:45 — What makes Wild Turkey distinctive 25:09 — Finding rare bottles at estate sales 27:38 — The story behind a special unnamed bottle 29:03 — Visiting Wally Dant and Log Still Distillery 30:38 — A pour that recalls Dan’s grandfather 32:28 — The Dant family’s whiskey history 34:44 — High West Prisoner Share 51:10 — How the wine finish shapes the whiskey 56:18 — An 11-year Jim Beam pick that surprises the tasters 61:08 — Tasting opinions, hype, and judging a bottle on its own merits 69:34 — Dant family heritage and the unnamed whiskey 91:56 — Dan’s grandfather, JW Dant, and the roots of the podcast 102:18 — How JD got into bourbon 103:13 — Preserving family stories through podcasting 107:49 — Returning to the Old Louisville pick Notable quotes “We’re looking for something that’s gonna be creamy.” “The experience is ninety percent of it. It’s where you get to have it, who you get to have it with.” “This is what I grew up with.” Bourbon, Brass & Beyond- https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com The Bourbon Hunters - https://bourbonhunters.com Log Still Distillery - https://www.logstilldistillery.com

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  Episode #91

  Derek Trucks talks Bourbon with Dan at Bourbon & Beyond; Ep. 91

  Sep 24, 202611 min

  Derek Trucks talks bourbon, barrel making, and learning from whiskey families Dan sits down with Derek Trucks for a short, personal conversation about whiskey, bourbon culture, and what it means to be part of a craft passed down through generations. They cover how his palate evolved from bourbon-first to appreciating quality whiskey more broadly, and why being around experienced distillers still feels like a master class. #asspocketwhiskey #bourbonandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #derektrucks #tedeschitrucksband #dannywimmer #thesearch #prestonvanwinkle #pappyvanwinkle #pappyandco #oldripvanwinkle #chrismorris #brownforman Key topics Daniel introduces Derek Trucks and frames the conversation around Bourbon Brass & Beyond and a bottle share tied to the release. Derek explains that he and his brother first got into bourbon through strong, heavily flavored bottles, but eventually became fans of good whiskey across styles. He says the standard he looks for now is quality first, not a specific profile, and that rye eventually became more appealing to him over time. The whiskey hunt started as a bottle-chasing hobby, especially in the Deep South, but now that market is often marked up 20x to 30x, making the old game unrealistic. A big draw for him is meeting bourbon families and seeing how many are third, fourth, or fifth generation operations. He emphasizes the importance of stewardship, comparing bourbon heritage to the musical lineage he feels in the Allman Brothers tradition. Derek says what impresses him most is when veteran distillers still get genuinely excited after 30, 40, or 60 years in the business. He describes tasting a distillate, watching a master distiller adjust it every 10 to 15 minutes, and seeing that same energy in people who never stop loving the work. He talks about having a hand in their own bourbon process now, including making decisions about barrel char and heat, then waiting years to see how it develops. He says one of the biggest surprises was stepping outside Kentucky for a release, and he notes that number 15 and the third release are his favorites so far. He shares that he has to track down bottles from friends because some releases are already gone, including number 6. The conversation closes on the community around the project, including recent time spent with Chris Morris and Preston, who helped spark his deeper entry into whiskey. Timestamps00:00 - Derek Trucks introduced and the bottle-share context 01:05 - Moving from bourbon-first tastes to a broader whiskey palate 02:13 - Why bourbon families and generational stories matter 03:00 - Bourbon lineage compared to musical stewardship 03:45 - Veteran distillers still showing real excitement after decades 04:30 - Getting a hand in the bourbon-making process 04:56 - Char level, barrel heat, and long-term aging choices 05:27 - Surprise release outside Kentucky 06:17 - Favorite releases so far: number 15 and the third release 07:07 - Master class energy from Chris Morris and other whiskey veterans 07:45 - Preston, Pappy 10, and how the whiskey connection started 08:26 - Tracking down releases and learning from each new visit 09:10 - Wrap-up and quick farewell Bourbon, Brass & Beyond - https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.com Ass Pocket Whiskey - https://www.asspocketwhiskey.com Bourbon & Beyond - https://www.bourbonandbeyond.com

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