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The Bourbon Road

The Bourbon Road
Bourbon
Bourbon On the Banks Festival
Whiskey
Cigars
Bourbon On the Banks
Kentucky
Craft Distilleries
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Lost Lantern
American Whiskey
Wild Turkey
Bourbon Trail
Kentucky Bourbon
Rye Whiskey
Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Jim Beam
Maker's Mark
Booker's Bourbon
Frankfort
Whiskey Tasting

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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Welcome back, Roadies, to another episode of The Bourbon Road! Jim Shannon and Todd are back at the tasting table with glasses in hand, ready to take you through a remarkable four-bottle lineup that spans Kentucky craftsmanship and Indiana ingenuity.... more

Welcome back to The Bourbon Road, episode 519! Hosts Todd Ritter and Jim Shannon are thrilled to unveil something brand new: The Whiskey Six, a monthly video podcast featuring six voices from across the whiskey world. Joining Todd and Jim are Amzie W... more

Welcome back, Roadies! Jim Shannon and Todd are back behind the bar for another fun-filled evening at the Bourbon Road bar, and this week they've gone all-in on rye whiskey. Fresh off the excitement of Bourbon on the Banks in Frankfort, Kentucky — in... more

Welcome back, Roadies! Jim Shannon and Todd are pouring from the Bourbon Road Bar in Simpsonville, Kentucky for a fun four-bottle session that pits a pair of Brown-Forman special releases against two standout expressions from New Riff Distilling out ... more

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Recent Guests

Amzie Winning
President of the Frankfort Bourbon Society and Bourbon on the Banks Festival board member
Frankfort Bourbon Society
Episode: 519. Introducing The Whiskey Six: Does Kentucky Need More Whiskey?
Drew Hannush
Host of Whiskey Lore and author of books on whiskey history and travel
Whiskey Lore
Episode: 519. Introducing The Whiskey Six: Does Kentucky Need More Whiskey?
Jerry Daniels
Co-owner of Stone Fences Tours and co-host of the Bourbon Sessions at the Ripley Mansion
Stone Fences Tours
Episode: 519. Introducing The Whiskey Six: Does Kentucky Need More Whiskey?
Bo Cumberland
Creator of My Journey Through the American Spirits and whiskey documentaries
My Journey Through the American Spirits
Episode: 519. Introducing The Whiskey Six: Does Kentucky Need More Whiskey?
Adam Dorman
Inner Circle member and guest on the show
Unspecified, Missouri-based whiskey enthusiast
Episode: 516. Cigar Batches, Blends, and Rum Finishes with Adam Dohrman
David Sandlin
Guest, House of Commons Bar
House of Commons Bar
Episode: 514. Picking the Perfect Barrel: Jackson Purchase Live on the Mat
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

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 251 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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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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519. Introducing The Whiskey Six: Does Kentucky Need More Whiskey?
Q: Are contract distilling and sourcing existing barrels the same thing?
The panel distinguishes making whiskey to a client's specifications from buying aged inventory produced to a distillery's established mash bill. They note that sourcing existing barrels can make it easier for new brands to enter the market.
519. Introducing The Whiskey Six: Does Kentucky Need More Whiskey?
Q: Does Kentucky need more whiskey?
The panel sees risks in adding production during a slowdown, but says capacity does not guarantee output and that contract distilling, new visitor experiences and distinctive products may still find a market. They also argue that more whiskey can mean more variety and choices.
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.

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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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2. Drew Hannush
3. Jerry Daniels
4. Bo Cumberland
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6. David Sandlin
7. Stanton Holder
8. Charles Mellon

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