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In this first Fernhill Station episode, we crack open a single cask whisky from Mount Pleasant Club in Washington D.C., and chat with James Sommerlad, the man bringing this bourbon gem to Australia.
We sip and chat through:
🥃 What makes this 5 year, 7 month four-grain whisky so special
🌽 A mashbill packed with yellow corn, winter red wheat, barley & rye
🏡 The uncanny connection between Mount Pleasant, Washington DC and Hurlstone Park, NSW
📚 How the distillery revived a Prohibition-era brand with real soul
✈️ How a house swap and a shared love of bourbon kicked all this off
One bottle. Two cities. A cracking pour to start this new chapter.
🟠 KeywordsMount Pleasant Club whisky, four grain bourbon, single cask whisky, Washington D.C. whiskey, Australian whisky import, bourbon mashbill, Fernhill Station, podcast, Aussie bourbon lovers
00:00 – Opening Pour: First taste of Mount Pleasant Club’s single cask01:00 – Four-Grain Breakdown: Corn, wheat, rye & barley in one pour02:00 – Reviving a Prohibition Brand: Troy & John’s D.C. whiskey mission03:00 – Mount Pleasant Meets Helson Park: A house swap with a bourbon twist04:00 – Barrel Names That Matter: Why every bottle has a street story05:00 – Barrel Picking & ABV: Why 50.7% was the sweet spot06:00 – First Bottle Cracked: The moment James opened it in Australia07:00 – Bourbon & Aussie Culture: Where food, bars, and bourbon should meet09:00 – Cheers to What’s Next: A community-first bourbon philosophy
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Pour yourself a dram and join us as we crack open a 2019 Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel pick — courtesy of Kitty Hawk & Harry Stubbs. This is a bottle with character, and we’re joined by Denver from Denver & Liely to sip, share stories, and swirl some opinions.
We get into:– What makes a single barrel pick special– The Wild Turkey connection with the Russell family– Tasting notes, glassware talk, and why this dram hits different– What makes this D&L Bourbon Glass so good.
If you love bourbon, barrel picks, and not taking things too seriously, you’re in the right place.
🎧 New episodes every pour or so.🥃 Find us on Instagram: @aussiebourbonlovers🔎 Keywords: bourbon, single barrel, Russell’s Reserve, Wild Turkey, barrel pick, Denver and Liely, Kentucky bourbon, whiskey podcast, Australian bourbon fans
Experience the difference and get your hands on some stunning Denver and Liely Glassware, 15% off with code 'AUSSIE15' denverandliely.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Bourbon and Glassware01:00 The Russel Family and this expression of Russel's Reserve.02:08 The Journey of Creating a Bourbon Glass from a passion for drinking04:10 Visiting the Mecca of Bourbon, Kentucky for Research05:54 The Science and Art of Glass Design08:00 Glassware Design and What The Options are. 08:35 The Formula 1 Car of Bourbon Glasses09:58 Bourbon Culture and Accessibility -
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In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, Dave cracks open a near-empty bottle of Michter’s Fort Nelson Reserve — hand-bottled at the Michter’s experience in Louisville and personally labelled “Dave Collins.”
We chat about:
🥃 The Fort Nelson bottling experience on Whiskey Row
🛠️ Whether it's single barrel or vatted bourbon
📖 Writing your name in Michter’s bottling ledger
🤩 Bourbon joy that rivals Christmas morning
This is barrel-strength bourbon with a personal twist — and it hits just right.
🟠 Keywords: Michter’s, Fort Nelson Reserve, bourbon, barrel strength, hand bottled, whiskey row, Louisville, distillery experience, Aussie bourbon, bourbon podcast
Chapters
00:45 Bourbon Bottling Experience at Fort Nelson02:00 What is Fort Nelson Reserve?02:40 The Experience of Pulling the Lever and Filling Your Bottle04:00 When Should you Open a Special Bottle of Bourbon?06:00 How can you enjoy a Special Bourbon?07:41 The Sentimentality of Whiskey09:30 Celebrating the Last Drops
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This episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers is all about the Old Forester 117 Series Bottled in Bond — a surprise last-minute pickup at the distillery in Louisville that turned out to be a showstopper.
We unpack:
🥃 What makes this 100-proof Bottled in Bond bourbon special
🛍️ The story of how we accidentally ended up buying it
🍰 Tasting notes that include buttery caramel, vanilla, and pecan pie
🎁 How merch shopping turned into a bourbon score
Tiny bottle, big flavour, and one of the best noses we’ve had in a while.
🟠 Keywords: Old Forester, 117 Series, Bottled in Bond, bourbon, 100 proof, dessert bourbon, limited release, distillery pickup, bourbon podcast, Aussie bourbon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Old Forester 117 Series02:00 Our Story of this Bottle02:55 Tasting Experience and Flavour Profile04:00 Being transported to the Old Fo tent at KBF05:00 The Finish06:02 Old Forester Distillery Memories08:55 Understanding Bourbon and Limited Releases09:30 The 'Neck Pour'
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No cork pop this time — just a screw cap and a big surprise. In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we dive into the Evan Williams White Label Bottled in Bond, a bourbon that’s cheap, cheerful, and way better than we expected.
We break down:
🥃 The Bottled in Bond rules (or at least most of them)
💰 Why this US$15–30 bottle is such a cult classic
👃 What we get on the nose and palate (spoiler: caramel, vanilla & nuttiness)
🤯 Why it would hold its own in a blind tasting
A great example of why bourbon doesn’t need to be fancy to be fantastic.
🟠 Keywords: Evan Williams, white label, bottled in bond, BiB, 100 proof, budget bourbon, value whiskey, bourbon podcast, Aussie bourbon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Evan Williams Bottled in Bond01:00 Notes on the Nose02:10 What its like on the Palette04:30 Dave's Surprise and the Screwcap06:06 The History and Significance of Bottled in Bond10:15 Final Thoughts on Evan Williams and Tasting Experience -
Tonight, we’re diving into Howler Head – the official flavored bourbon of the UFC – and possibly the wildest pour yet on Aussie Bourbon Lovers.
This banana-flavoured bourbon takes us straight back to Aussie childhoods, lolly bags, and sugar highs – and maybe a little bourbon underneath?
We chat about:
🥃 Banana lollies vs. real banana flavour
🧠 What (if any) bourbon notes are still in the glass
🍌 What this bottle says about where flavoured bourbon is heading
🥊 And yes, a lot of confused UFC banter
Fun, punchy, nostalgic and weird — just like the bottle.
🟠 Keywords: Howler Head, UFC bourbon, banana bourbon, flavored whiskey, bourbon podcast, banana lollies, Aussie bourbon, novelty bourbon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Howler Head Bourbon03:02 Tasting Notes and Flavour Profile05:55 Bourbon Classification and Regulations08:46 RTDs and Bourbon in Australia
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In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we pour something truly special: the Elijah Craig 18 Year Single Barrel – a bottle Dave thought might be a unicorn. Turns out, it kinda is.
We discuss:
🥃 The allure and frustration of single barrel bourbons
📦 How this one was bottled while we were likely in Kentucky
🥜 Nutty notes on the nose, from smoked almonds to Brazil nuts
🔍 Why Heaven Hill proofs down an 18-year single barrel to 90 proof
A thoughtful pour with rich stories, rare age, and just enough barrel mystery.
🟠 Keywords: Elijah Craig 18, single barrel bourbon, Heaven Hill, 18 year bourbon, aged bourbon, nutty bourbon, Elijah Craig tasting, Aussie bourbon podcast
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Elijah Craig Single Barrel 18 Year03:06 Exploring the Characteristics of Single Barrel Bourbons03:35 The Elijah Craig Expressions We've Tried06:01 Understanding Different Elijah Craig Expressions09:12 Tasting Notes and Personal Preferences
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This week on Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we’re pouring the iconic Weller 12 Year — Buffalo Trace’s beloved weeded bourbon that’s either overhyped or underrated, depending on who you ask.
We discuss:
🌾 H’s farmer roots and what “harvest” smells like in a glass
🧃 Apple juice nostalgia and brown sugar sweetness
🍮 A bourbon that’s undeniably “desserty”
💬 The hype vs. the reality of tracking down Weller 12
📚 A nod to William LaRue Weller and the BTAC legacy
Smooth, sweet, screw-capped — and one we clearly enjoyed, based on how empty the bottle is.
🟠 Keywords: Weller 12, Weller 12 Year, Buffalo Trace, weeded bourbon, William LaRue Weller, bourbon podcast, Aussie bourbon, dessert bourbon, bourbon review
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Weller 12 Year Old Bourbon02:49 Exploring the Flavour Profile of Weller 12 year06:12 The Legacy of William Weller, or what we know of it09:04 Comparing Weller Variants and Availability, but we might be wrong
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Tonight, we pour Kirkland Bottled in Bond Bourbon — the Costco special that may or may not be straight from 1792. And no, it doesn’t come in a typical 1792 bottle. It’s tall, green-labeled, and full of mystery.
We explore:
🥃 Why the Kirkland BiB looks nothing like a typical 1792
🧪 The mash bill and whether it’s the same juice
🏷️ Sourced whiskey, Costco branding, and Barton 1792 speculation
💡 Whether a $50 bottle might actually be a great value pour
This is a true bourbon detective episode — minus the trench coats, plus a Costco receipt.
🟠 Keywords: Kirkland bourbon, 1792 bourbon, Bottled in Bond, Costco whiskey, sourced bourbon, Barton 1792, bourbon podcast, Aussie bourbon lovers
Chapters
00:30 Introduction to Kirkland Bottled in Bond Bourbon01:30 The secrets of sourced whiskey.02:49 Exploring the Differences in Bottling03:30 The difference between this bottle and the 1792 BiB04:45 Tasting notes of this pour05:40 DSP KY12 at Barton 179205:59 The Aesthetics of Bourbon Bottles and the worst bottle shapes08:30 How much does a good bottle mean?09:07 Final Thoughts on Bourbon and Bottle Design
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In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we crack open a nearly-empty bottle of Peerless Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon — one of the few bottles we can’t get easily in Australia, and one that brings back distillery tour memories.
We discuss:
🥃 The sweet, oaty, sticky-date nose that makes it a dessert dram
🥄 Glassware matters – how this pour behaves in a Peerless tasting glass
📸 Why we don’t apologise for those nearly-empty bottles in the thumbnail
🏭 The Peerless tour experience and why it made us feel like family
This is bourbon that’s hard to find — and even harder not to love.
🟠 Keywords: Peerless Bourbon, small batch bourbon, dessert bourbon, Kentucky bourbon, Peerless distillery, bourbon tasting, Aussie bourbon podcast
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Peerless Bourbon01:30 Our Nose and Palette tasting notes02:05 Tasting Experience and How Glassware can affect the tasting experience04:00 The Unique Bottle shape for Peerless05:00 All The Peerless Stories06:05 Meeting Corky at the Peerless Distillery06:30 What makes the bourbon different08:30 Daves Controversial call08:54 Why Visit Peerless Distillery?10:00 The Shrinking size of pours for the Bourbon Lovers -
In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we’re pouring the Old Forester Statesman — an elegant-looking bottle with a Hollywood backstory, but does the juice inside live up to the label?
We discuss:
🍌 Tasting notes ranging from banana lollies to wooden cheeseboards
🪵 Why the nose smells like fruit, cheese, and timber prep
🧑⚕️ A quick history of Dr. Forrester and the missing “R”
📉 Why this might be Dave’s least favourite Old Forester expression
Come for the flavour, stay for the platter metaphors.
🟠 Keywords: Old Forester Statesman, bourbon tasting, banana lollies, bourbon podcast, Aussie bourbon, bottled bourbon history, Old Forester tour
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Old Forester Statesman01:30 Nose from this pour02:40 Old Forester as a Favourite Brand03:14 Tasting Experience and Flavour Profile04:00 The mouthfeel and drinking experience of this pour04:40 Bourbon that makes you feel like a cowboy06:55 Old Forester Distillery Tour Insights09:00 Final Thoughts on Old Forester Statesman -
In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we sip on Penelope Barrel Strength (Red Label) — a four-grain, 115.2 proof sourced bourbon with heart, flavour, and a great backstory.
We talk through:
👨👩👧 How the brand was named after the founder’s daughter (jealous!)
🧪 What makes Penelope’s sourcing strategy so successful
🍰 Why this pour screams dessert without being overpowering
🧠 The full-circle MGP-to-brand ownership journey
📦 And why Penelope makes such a great bourbon for new drinkers
It’s light, it's lovely, and it might just be the gateway barrel strength you’ve been looking for.
🟠 Keywords: Penelope Bourbon, barrel strength, Penelope Red Label, MGP, sourced bourbon, four-grain bourbon, Aussie bourbon podcast, bourbon dessert notes
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00:00 Introduction to Penelope Bourbon03:07 Exploring Penelope's Unique Expressions05:50 Choosing the Perfect Bourbon08:55 Personal Preferences and Bourbon Enjoyment -
Tonight, we pour the poetic and port-finished Midwinter Night’s Dram from High West — affectionately dubbed the Pappy of Rye (though not quite in price).
We explore:
🥃 The unique blend of two rye mash bills (95/5 & 80/20)
🍇 Rich notes of soaked currants, raisins & plum
🍷 The port barrel finish that delivers that wintery hug
❄️ Why this dram is best enjoyed in front of a fire with chocolate
📦 Why it’s harder to find in the US than in Australia
A rye so smooth it makes you feel like you’re snowed in — and fine with it.
🟠 Keywords: A Midwinter Night’s Dram, High West, port-finished rye, Pappy of Rye, Act 11, winter bourbon, rye whiskey, Aussie bourbon lovers
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Midwinter Night's Dram02:58 Exploring Rye Whiskey Characteristics05:49 The Influence of Port Barrels on Flavor09:08 Personal Preferences in Whiskey Tasting
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Tonight, we pour the iconic and shiny Blanton’s Gold — the single barrel bourbon with a golden horsey topper and velvety mouthfeel to match.
We chat about:
🐎 The difference between Blanton’s Gold, Green & Original
🧈 Flavour notes of butter pecan, vanilla, sticky date & nutty crust
🍰 Pairing memories featuring cheesecake shop “damaged stock”
📚 Four fun facts about Blanton’s Gold that Dave just learned
🇦🇺 Why some Blanton’s bottles are green for Australia
This episode is for bourbon fans, dessert lovers, and those who secretly collect the horse toppers.
🟠 Keywords: Blanton’s Gold, Blanton’s Single Barrel, pecan pie, dessert bourbon, bourbon podcast, Aussie bourbon lovers, Buffalo Trace
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00:00 Introduction to Blanton's Gold03:12 Exploring the Unique Characteristics of Blanton's Gold and Facts #1 and #206:03 The Fascinating History of Warehouse H Fact #308:52 Fun Facts About Colonel Blanton and Fact #4 -
In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we crack into the elusive and delicious Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel – a re-barreled, flash-charred masterpiece that’s harder to find in Australia than a good cork pop.
We talk about:
🔥 The difference between toasting and charring a barrel
🍫 Flavour notes of marshmallow, chocolate, and campfire goodness
🪵 Why rebarreling into toasted barrels gives a layered flavour profile
🥃 How this stacks up against classic Elijah Craig and Michter’s Toasted
🌏 And why this bottle is so hard to get outside the U.S.
If regular Elijah Craig is your gateway, the Toasted Barrel is your dessert.
🟠 Keywords: Elijah Craig, Toasted Barrel, Heaven Hill, rebarreled bourbon, toasted vs charred, dessert bourbon, Aussie bourbon lovers, campfire bourbon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel02:50 The Art of Toasting and Charring Barrels03:30 The Launch of this expression at KBF 202304:30 The Flavours and finish of this pour05:00 Elijah Craig: The Father of Bourbon?06:00 The Control the Barrel has over the flavour08:46 Personal Experiences and Recommendations -
We crack open a fresh bottle of Lux Row Double Barrel 12-Year Bourbon — a distillery-only release that you can’t get in Australia, and maybe nowhere else outside Bardstown.
In this episode, we talk:
🛢️ What “double barrel” really means in this case (2-barrel batch, not rebarreled)
🏭 The contrast between Lux Row’s massive operation and smaller craft distilleries
🧪 Neck pours, proof levels, and aging dates from both barrels
✈️ Why we picked this bottle on our trip and what makes it special
It’s high-proof, high-flavour, and a rare pour with a big Kentucky memory behind it.
🟠 Keywords: Lux Row, double barrel bourbon, 12-year bourbon, distillery-only, Bardstown bourbon, barrel strength, Aussie bourbon podcast
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00:00 Opening a New Bottle: Lux Row Double Barrel 12 Year02:00 The Distillery Experience: Size and Uniqueness04:00 A Hefty Cork04:15 Tasting Notes06:04 Tour Insights: Behind the Scenes at Lux Row09:07 An Innovative Approach to Stave Finishing11:31 Final Thoughts on Lux Row Bourbon -
In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we crack into the tail end of our bottle of Monk’s Road Wheated Bourbon — a 94-proof gem from Log Still Distillery with a distinctive nostalgic charm.
We discuss:
🌾 What makes wheated bourbon different (and gentler)
✍️ Our surprising shared history with calligraphy (seriously)
📚 Tasting notes of “caramel-coated old bookstore” and wheat field memories
🏭 Thoughts on distillery tours, including Log Still and Maker’s Mark
🍂 Why this one's been a slow-sipper over the years — until now
Equal parts story, flavour, and fun.
🟠 Keywords: Monk’s Road, Log Still Distillery, wheated bourbon, Aussie bourbon, old bookstore bourbon, bourbon podcast, Kentucky bourbon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Monks Road Wheated Bourbon00:50 Kentucky Bourbon Festival 202301:10 Why this bottle01:30 Calligraphy Competitions02:40 The Best Distillery Tour That You've Ever Been On06:03 The Story Behind Monks Road08:20 Log Still Offerings08:40 The Reason its Called Log Still -
In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we crack into a rare bottle of Hirsch Single Barrel Double Oak Bourbon — something you’ll be lucky to ever see in Australia.
We unpack:
🍑 A nose full of stone fruit, apple, and orchard nostalgia
🛫 The San Fran bottle shop story that brought this one home
🧠 Why double oaking adds complexity (without the bitterness)
🏷️ A quick dive into what “72/13/15” mash bills actually mean
🤓 Our accidental bourbon childhood memories… somehow
This one’s equal parts rare and relatable.
🟠 Keywords: Hirsch Double Oak, bourbon double oaked, 72/13/15 mash bill, rare bourbon, San Francisco whiskey shop, Aussie bourbon lovers, stone fruit bourbon
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00:00 Introduction to the Bourbon Experience02:49 Exploring the Hirsch Bourbon's Unique Characteristics05:47 Personal Preferences in Bourbon Tasting08:58 Conclusion and Recommendations -
In this episode of Aussie Bourbon Lovers, we taste a bourbon from Freeland Spirits, a women-owned distillery out of Portland, Oregon — and quite possibly the best-looking bottle we’ve ever featured.
We explore:
💃 The Freeland story: Meemaw inspiration, women-led vision
🧪 Why women have more taste buds (it’s science!)
🍷 Finishing notes: hints of Pinot Noir cask ageing
🎥 How a work trip turned into a distillery visit
🥃 What it’s like to sip something that's equal parts cool, rare, and heartfelt
From bottle shape to backstory, this one’s got flavour in all the right places.
🟠 Keywords: Freeland Spirits, women-owned distillery, Portland bourbon, Oregon whiskey, Pinot Noir cask finish, straight bourbon, Aussie bourbon lovers
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00:00 Exploring Unique Bourbons: Freeland Spirits01:20 Women-Owned and Women-Distilled01:35 How Dave Discovered this Distillery in Portland Oregon02:45 Women's ability to taste vs Men's05:11 Other bourbon experiences in Portland07:30 The Distillery Experience: Beyond Kentucky08:00 Great Merch from Freeland Spirits -
This one’s not a bourbon — but it’s made with bourbon barrels, so we’re letting it in. We pour a Tasmanian single malt from Old Kempton, batch four of The Old Stables, and explore why it impressed even the bourbon faithful.
We cover:
🥃 What makes Aussie whisky special — and how bourbon barrels help
🏆 This batch's award-winning claim at the World Whisky Awards
🛢️ The crossover between Aussie malts and ex-bourbon barrel ageing
🍇 Pinot and port barrel influence on the nose and finish
🍽️ How a fine dining dinner at Amaru led us to this pour
This isn’t bourbon. But if you're a bourbon drinker with an open mind — it might just belong on your shelf.
🟠 Keywords: Old Kempton, The Old Stables, Tasmanian whisky, Australian single malt, ex-bourbon barrel, World Whisky Awards, Aussie bourbon lovers, Amaru
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00:00 Introduction to Old Kempton Whiskey02:53 Exploring the Australian Whiskey Industry05:47 Tassie's Unique Distilling Culture09:05 Supporting Local Aussie Distilleries - Laat meer zien
