Great American Whiskey Cookers

Welcome to The Great American Whiskey Cookers, your exclusive pass to the world of craft distilling. Join us on this captivating video series and podcast as we venture behind the curtain with America's finest distillers. Get ready to meet the passionate souls who work the stills, discover the exquisite spirits they craft, and uncover the rich stories that embody America's liquid heritage.

Great American Whiskey Cookers is a leisure podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 257 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Great American Whiskey Cookers, a leisure show with 257 episodes published.

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  Can an Unknown Bourbon Beat Old Fitzgerald? | Friday Double Blind Tasting

  Aug 17, 202610 min

  Old Fitzgerald vs. an Unknown Bourbon—Who Wins the Double Blind? This Friday’s Blind Tasting Challenge puts a familiar name head-to-head with a bourbon you may have never heard of. Old Fitzgerald 7 Year — a well-known whiskey with plenty of fans. Unrestricted Bourbon — the wildcard that flies under the radar. But this isn't just a blind tasting—it’s a double blind. No labels, no expectations, and no idea which bourbon is in the glass. Which one comes out on top? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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  Episode #145 - Pursuit Spirits | The Art & Science of Bourbon Blending

  Aug 17, 20265 min

  What really goes into blending a great bourbon? In this episode, we’re in Louisville, Kentucky, sitting down with Ryan Cecil and Kenny Coleman of Pursuit Spirits for an inside look at the art and science of bourbon blending. Blending is about much more than putting different barrels together. Ryan and Kenny give us some behind-the-scenes insight into how they approach selecting barrels, developing flavor profiles, and creating the final whiskey that goes into the bottle. If you’ve ever wondered how bourbon blenders turn individual barrels into a finished whiskey, this is an episode you’ll want to hear. Join us for a deep dive into Pursuit Spirits, bourbon blending, barrel selection, and the craft behind the bottle.

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  Friday Blind Tasting Challenge | Sweet Georgia Brown

  Aug 10, 202610 min

  Under the box this week is Sweet Georgia Brown Wheated Bourbon from Legends Distillery in Cumming, Georgia. We’ve never tasted it blind, so there are no labels, expectations, or preconceived opinions—just honest reactions and tasting notes. Will this Georgia wheated bourbon surprise us and earn a spot on the shelf? Listen to the episode to find out!

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  Episode #144 - From Barrel to Bottle | The Hidden Work at Sideshow Spirits

  Aug 10, 202615 min

  What happens after the whiskey is made? We spend a lot of time talking about distilling, aging, barrels, and tasting—but what happens when the whiskey is ready for the bottle? At Sideshow Spirits in Lincoln, Nebraska, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the often-overlooked world of bottling, labeling, boxing, and packaging craft spirits. From filling the bottles to getting them shelf-ready, there’s a lot more work involved than most whiskey fans ever see. Join us inside Sideshow Spirits and discover what it really takes to get a bottle of craft whiskey from the distillery to your shelf.

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  Episode #143 - Iowa Legendary Rye | Tasting Red Label

  Aug 4, 20265 min

  What if one of Iowa's most legendary whiskey recipes traces back to the Prohibition era? Back in Carroll, Iowa, we sit down for a guided tasting of Iowa Legendary Rye – Red Label with the grandson of the family's original bootlegger. He shares the history behind a rye whiskey recipe that has been passed down through generations, rooted in Iowa's rich farming tradition. Made from grain grown in Iowa's fertile fields, this rye carries a fascinating legacy—and local lore even says it was a favorite of Al Capone. How does this historic rye taste today? Join us as we explore the story, the heritage, and the whiskey behind one of Iowa's most intriguing pours. Listen now for an inside look at Iowa Legendary Rye Red Label, its Prohibition-era roots, and a guided tasting you won't want to miss.

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