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Bourbon Pursuit

Bourbon Pursuit
Bourbon
Pursuit Spirits
Whiskey
Kentucky
Heaven Hill
Uncle Nearest
Whiskey Riot Festival
Bourbon Whiskey
Maker's Mark
Whiskey Riot
Angel's Envy
Pappy Van Winkle
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Old Forester
MGP
Buffalo Trace
Bourbon Industry
Louisville
Old Fitzgerald
Craft Distilleries

The Official Podcast of Bourbon! The best in news, reviews and interviews with people making the bourbon whiskey industry happen. Join hosts Kenny Coleman, Ryan Cecil, and Fred Minnick as they talk with prominent guests and provide insight on American whiskey 3 times a week. Catch all new episodes every Thursday with special Whiskey Quickie reviews on Tuesday and get caught up on bourbon news with... more

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Old Treasure Bourbon is here… and this 139 proof release drinks WAY easier than expected. Big chocolate, caramel, cereal milk vibes, and one seriously fun pour. Is this hidden gem worth hunting down?

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It's This Week in Bourbon for May 29th 2026. New updates happening in the Uncle Nearest case, Wild Turkey brings back the Cheesy Gold Foil, and Bardstown Bourbon Company is going to Mars.

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Whether you call it Seagram’s, LDI, MGP, or its official modern name, Ross & Squibb—the massive facility in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, is the undisputed backbone of the whiskey industry. On this episode, we sit down with Ian Stirsman, the Master Distille... more

Dragon’s Milk Origin Toasted 2026C “A Breath of Fresh Air” brings a wild Madeira barrel finish layered with orange meringue, citrus, toasted sweetness, and surprisingly hoppy IPA vibes. Weird? Absolutely. Delicious? Maybe even more so.

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Recent Guests

Pete Kamer
Owner of Distillery Engineering; 2023 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee
Distillery Engineering
Episode: 567 - The Engineering Secrets Behind Your Favorite Bourbon with Pete Kamer
Bill Derham
Owner of Frankfurt Avenue Liquors, Louisville
Frankfurt Avenue Liquors
Episode: 566 - Stories From The Retail Front Line with Bill Derham of Frankfort Ave Liquors
Brian (Bourbon Justice)
Industry commentator and guest on the Bourbon Community Roundtable
Bourbon Justice
Episode: 565 - Could Sazerac Actually Acquire Brown-Forman? on BourbonCommunity Roundtable #118
Blake (Sealbox)
Industry guest sharing insights
Sealbox
Episode: 565 - Could Sazerac Actually Acquire Brown-Forman? on BourbonCommunity Roundtable #118
Nick (Breaking Bourbon)
Industry guest with market insights
Breaking Bourbon
Episode: 565 - Could Sazerac Actually Acquire Brown-Forman? on BourbonCommunity Roundtable #118
Matt Pittman
Founder of Meat Church BBQ
Meat Church BBQ
Episode: 564 - Matt Pittman on Investing and Cowboys
Chris Morris
Master distiller emeritus for Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve
Episode: Behind The Pursuit: The Relentless Pursuit
Ryan Balas
Co-creator of Whiskeyland TV
Whiskeyland TV
Episode: 562 - An Intersection of Film and Bourbon with the Balas Brothers
Alec Balas
Co-creator of Whiskeyland TV
Whiskeyland TV
Episode: 562 - An Intersection of Film and Bourbon with the Balas Brothers

Hosts

Kenny Coleman
Host of Bourbon Pursuit; multiple listings across episodes indicating primary on-air presence with Ryan Cecil and Fred Minnick.
Ryan Cecil
Co-host and frequent on-air presence; central in discussions, news roundups, and roundtables.
Fred Minnick
Guest/Contributor; adds expert commentary and author perspective; involved with Above the Char and Bourbon Pursuit.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Best of the Best

    Informative, Fun, Funny and Interesting. Superb podcast with truly knowledgeable hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bill Beb
    United States2 months ago
  • Neat

    Whiskey

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doggiekaynine
    United States3 months ago
  • My favorite Podcast

    I don’t listen to any podcast more than Kenny and Ryan 🥃🥃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikey Sy
    United States3 months ago
  • THC episode

    Today’s episode was not great. Your guest’s constant repetition of taking away cbd oil from kids with episode was irritating. THC and CBD are separate and should be regulated separately and I know that was his point but he seemed to be purposely confusing the issue or wanting to align his product with cbd. Either way, I’d rather hear bourbon content

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Swimmer0049
    United States3 months ago
  • Cool

    Cool stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maxitheman123
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guest lineup and industry insight are consistently strong, though some episodes draw mixed feedback on certain topics.
Listeners praise the hosts for knowledge and entertaining banter.
Episodes are informative and accessible for both beginners and veterans.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#17
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#101
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#113
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#227
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#64
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#25
South Korea/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

567 - The Engineering Secrets Behind Your Favorite Bourbon with Pete Kamer
Q: How did Pete transition from traditional methods to more automated processes in distillation?
He explains the gradual move from manual valve operations to electronic controls and computer-based systems, which allowed tighter process control and closer adherence to targets, while still valuing the operator's sensory input for final adjustments.
564 - Matt Pittman on Investing and Cowboys
Q: How did the Meat Church brand end up collaborating with Pursuit Spirits?
Matt explains that the collaboration grew from a mutual respect for each other's communities, with Pursuit seeing the value in cross-promoting barbecue and bourbon to blend fan bases and create new product opportunities.
558 - Is Brandy America's First Native Spirit? with Rob Bourdon of Copper and Kings
Q: Why is brandy seen as America's original spirit and how does Copper & Kings plan to reframe its role in the market?
The hosts discuss historical context, the Depression era shifts toward bourbon, and Rob's plan to leverage brandy as a primary narrative with selective bourbon crossovers, plus focus on quality, transparency, and education.
558 - Is Brandy America's First Native Spirit? with Rob Bourdon of Copper and Kings
Q: How did Rob Bourdon come to lead Copper & Kings and what drew him to brandy?
Rob described his path from professional hockey through the Tennessee Distilling Group, his entrepreneurial itch, and how Copper & Kings presented a compelling opportunity to focus on brandy while leveraging existing distillery strengths.
553 - What is the Perfect Proof? On Bourbon Community Roundtable #115
Q: What defines craft distilling?
Craft distilling generally refers to the size and independent ownership of the distillery, with specific production volume limits set by organizations such as ACSA and ADI.

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This show centers bourbon industry news, deep-dive interviews with distillers, brand founders, and industry insiders, plus practical retail and marketing insights. Listeners get a blend of historical context, production lore, and market trends, often wrapped in approachable banter and roundtable-style discussions. A standout is the consistent mix of technical distilling insights, strategic industry analysis, and appetizing tasting notes, making it useful for professionals seeking both hard information and entertaining commentary. The format frequently features timely news rounds, creator-driven product collaborations, and community-focused events that broaden understanding of bourbon culture and business strategy.

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Recent guests on Bourbon Pursuit include:

1. Pete Kamer
2. Bill Derham
3. Brian (Bourbon Justice)
4. Blake (Sealbox)
5. Nick (Breaking Bourbon)
6. Matt Pittman
7. Chris Morris
8. Ryan Balas

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