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The Bourbon Road

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The Bourbon Road is two friends sharing pours and good stories with interesting guests. Each week we sip on bourbon while talking with celebrities, musicians, chefs, authors, industry experts and everyone in between. If bourbon makes it better... or even the other way around, then we want to talk about it.

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Todd Ritter and Jim Shannon are back at the Corner Rick House in Frankfort, Kentucky, diving deep into one of whiskey's most exotic finishing woods — Mizunara oak. Native to Japan and harvested only from trees aged 200 to 500 years old, Mizunara (Que... more

Welcome back to the Bourbon Road, roadies! Episode 512 brings a lively gathering around the tasting mat as hosts Jim Shannon and Todd are joined by three special guests — Stanton Holder of Statiki Cigars Company, Charles Mellon of St. Petersburg, Flo... more

Todd welcomes Drew Hannush back as co-host for a deep dive into one of bourbon's most storied and resilient revived brands — Chicken Cock Whiskey. Joining them is Will Woodington, National Brand Ambassador and Director of Brand Engagement for Chicken... more

Welcome back, Roadies! Todd and Jim are settling into the newly redesigned Corner Rickhouse at the Frankfort Bourbon Society, fresh paint and all, for another wide-ranging tasting session. Todd teases an upcoming Monday Meetup celebrating a milestone... more

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Recent Guests

Stanton Holder
Owner, Statiki Cigars Company
Statiki Cigars
Episode: 512. Everything You Didn't Know About Four Roses Single Barrels
Charles Mellon
Roadie, bourbon enthusiast
Self-described roadie
Episode: 512. Everything You Didn't Know About Four Roses Single Barrels
Lenny LaRussa
Roadie and bourbon learner
Self-described roadie
Episode: 512. Everything You Didn't Know About Four Roses Single Barrels
Will Woodington
National Brand Ambassador and Director of Brand Engagement
Chicken Cock Whiskey
Episode: 511. Reviving a Legend — The Untold History of Chicken Cock Whiskey
Chip Tate
Master Distiller of Innovation at Ampersand Spirits
Ampersand Spirits (and Foley Family Spirits)
Episode: 509. Ampersand Spirits: When a Master Distiller Calls His Own Series a House of Curiosities
Nancy Fraley
Master blender
Joseph Magnus
Episode: 507. Smoke Signals: Four Cigar Blend Whiskeys with Scott Page
Scott Page
Guest from My Bourbon Journey
My Bourbon Journey
Episode: 507. Smoke Signals: Four Cigar Blend Whiskeys with Scott Page
Jason Wooler
Founder of Wooler Whiskey, featured guest
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Episode: 502. Five Pours, Zero Bad Choices
Dan Mattingly
Roadie, Frankfurt Bourbon Society Board member
Frankfurt Bourbon Society
Episode: 501. 50 States, One Glass: The Ultimate 250th Anniversary Tasting

Hosts

Todd Ritter
Host/Co-host of The Bourbon Road
Jim Shannon
Host of The Bourbon Road, The Bourbon Road Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 250 ratings
  • Dynamic duo

    Great show. These two really flow well together. Co-hosts have come and gone but this is the combo that is working the best. The knowledge is abundant and the conversation comes easy to these two. Keep up the good work, gents.

    Rare breed 😋

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    -JayCeeJay-
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love listening to Jim and Todd

    Jim and Todd are two bourbon gentlemen. I appreciate the the two of them and their reviews and interviews.

    Y’all are doing great work. I appreciate the fact that Todd has joined the channel as co-host.

    Best wishes my friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cruiseFiend
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this pod

    The Roadies are a must listen every week. This is about the bourbon lifestyle. Not just the booze. Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KabulPickle
    United States4 years ago
  • Boring bourbon

    Probably the most boring bourbon podcast I’ve heard. Blantons this and Blantons that.. move along to another

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dapper8228
    United States4 years ago
  • Good but…

    Holy moly the lip smacking noise is unbearable at times.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Projsiwheh
    United States4 years ago

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Some episodes exhibit repetitive topic areas or pacing issues; occasional audio quirks noted by listeners.
Regular listeners value accessible, conversation-driven discussions with industry insiders.
Guests bring credibility and engaging storytelling.
Co-hosts have strong chemistry and deep bourbon knowledge.
Community focus and giveaways are a plus for listeners.

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#120
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Apple Podcasts
#51
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

494. Wheel Horse and Copper & Cask: Four Bottles That Punch Way Above Their Price
Q: What exactly is a Wheel Horse Wheel Horse?
It's explained as a Kentucky Straight Bourbon with a strong, traditional bourbon profile, produced from a blend of multiple barrels and designed to offer consistency and value, with a focus on a finish and proof that make it suitable for cocktails as well as sipping.
492. Old Glory Distilling Co: Clarksville's Grain-to-Glass Story with Devin Puckett
Q: What are their plans for the future?
Future plans include expanding distribution within Tennessee, launching new releases such as a double oak and a sherry cask, exploring a Tennessee weeded bourbon, and continuing to keep the product line deliberate and locally rooted rather than rushing expansion.
492. Old Glory Distilling Co: Clarksville's Grain-to-Glass Story with Devin Puckett
Q: Why did they shift to a column still and what has that enabled?
The column still, installed after Covid, significantly increased output, enabling mass production for bottling and national distribution while preserving some pot-still batches for special blends, which allowed them to scale up to thousands of barrels.
492. Old Glory Distilling Co: Clarksville's Grain-to-Glass Story with Devin Puckett
Q: What makes Old Glory's mash bills and production unique?
They use two mash bills: a primary 73 corn, 19 rye, 8% malted barley, and a second with 19 wheat replacing the rye; all grain is sourced locally, distilled on-site, aged there, and bottled on-site, with a strong emphasis on transparency and local sourcing.
492. Old Glory Distilling Co: Clarksville's Grain-to-Glass Story with Devin Puckett
Q: How did Old Glory get started and what were the early days like?
Old Glory began as a Clarksville distillery that also hosted weddings and events; founder Matt Cunningham and family built it from the ground up, transitioning from a small operation after opening in 2016 to expanding production and adding a restaurant, while maintaining a strong local focus.

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What is The Bourbon Road about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A friendly, bourbon-forward show that pairs tasting notes with storytelling and industry insights. Across episodes, hosts chat with a rotating slate of guests—including historians, blenders, filmmakers, festival organizers, and brand builders—about heritage, production, and the culture surrounding whiskey. The format blends accessible palate impressions with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, event updates, and discussions about our evolving bourbon landscape. Listeners can expect approachable yet informed conversations, strong community vibes, and frequent guest-host dynamics that emphasize authenticity and shared passion for the spirit. The show stands out for its broad guest roster that spans history, production, and festival worlds, plus regu... more

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1. Stanton Holder
2. Charles Mellon
3. Lenny LaRussa
4. Will Woodington
5. Chip Tate
6. Nancy Fraley
7. Scott Page
8. Jason Wooler

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