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The Fred Minnick Show

Minnick Media Inc.
Bourbon
Whiskey
American Whiskey
Music Industry
Kentucky
Mental Health
Country Music
Larceny Barrel Proof A124
Bottom Shelf
Wild Turkey Generations
Jack Daniel's Distillery Series
Bourbon Industry
Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre
Michter's Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Jack Daniel's
Dierks Bentley
Buffalo Trace
Craft Spirits
Four Roses
Jack Daniel's Blackberry Tennessee Flavored Whiskey

The Fred Minnick Show features spirits author, historian and curator Fred Minnick, who interviews celebrities over good drinks. Through the journey, the artists open up to Minnick about life tribulations, what it's like on the road and their favorite foods. Really, it's just two people tasting and talking.

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Latest Episodes

Longtime Whiskey Writer offers his Top 5 list for beginner bourbons and explains why.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction & The "Starter" Label

00:46 A Special ... more

Just a couple days before the NFL Draft, NFL Legend Terry Bradshaw returns to the town for whom he won 4 Super Bowl titles with his dear friend, Fred Minnick. At the Jergel's music hall, Fred and Terry jump into bourbon, NFL draft talk, past Pittsbur... more

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Recent Guests

Terry Bradshaw
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback and bourbon creator
Bradshaw Bourbon
Episode: Terry Bradshaw and Fred Minnick LIVE From Pittsburgh
Jason Bronner
Founder of Bourbon's Bistro in Louisville and a key mentor in Fred's bourbon journey.
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Episode: Bourbon Review: Perhaps The Greatest Barrel Pick of My Career
Dani Rose
Country artist known for her vibrant style and energetic performances.
Episode: The Interview: Country Artist Dani Rose
Drew Holcomb
Country music artist and partner in a bourbon brand.
Sweetens Cove
Episode: The Interview: Country Artist Drew Holcomb
Brittney Spencer
Singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice and emotional performances
Episode: The Interview: Singer-Songwriter Brittney Spencer
Fred Minnick
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Jared Allen
Former NFL player, known for his prowess as a defensive end and linebacker
NFL
Episode: The Interview: Former NFL Star Jared Allen
Hannah Dasher
Country artist known for her unique blend of country and rock music.
Episode: The Interview: Country Artist Hannah Dasher
Scott Hamilton
Olympic gold medalist and figure skater
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Episode: The Interview: Figure Skater Scott Hamilton

Host

Fred Minnick
Host of The Fred Minnick Show; spirits author and curator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • New Riff Rye BiB

    Always an honest review

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Illinois Stro
    United States4 years ago
  • Great content and quality.

    Fred always has great content and his delivery is refreshingly honest! There isn’t a more informed expert in Whiskey anywhere!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whiskeytangoJB
    United States4 years ago
  • Fred Minnick is the man!

    Great show that always has awesome guest interviews while tasting (sometimes extremely old or rare) Bourbon/Whisk(e)y. Keep it up Fred!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kstahl33
    United States5 years ago
  • fred knows his sh***t

    guy is a great listen and great interviewer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rickhiggins
    United States5 years ago
  • Cheers to Minnick!

    Always insightful, credible, and fun! I love how this host hand-selects bourbons for his guests to taste. And he likes Knob Creek (which my hubs and I agree is underrated!). Minnick asks the questions I want to know!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tori in Atlanta
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's expertise and insightful interviewing style.
Guests consistently note engaging chemistry and relatable, authentic conversations.
Fans appreciate appearances by musicians and celebrities who share personal stories and charitable work.
The show is lauded for pairing education with entertaining tasting moments.

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Apple Podcasts
#107
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#133
Australia/Arts/Food

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Bottom Shelf Talk at the New Canaan Library in Connectcut
Q: Could you give a little overview of how bourbon is made and what it's made out of?
Fred Minnick explains bourbon must be predominantly corn in a fermented mash, aged in new charred oak barrels, distilled to no higher than 160 proof, and produced in the United States; water is used to proof and the barrel determines flavor and color.
From War Trauma to Bourbon: Fred Minnick's Bottom Shelf Story
Q: From a consumer standpoint, is it better to drink neat or with water/ice when tasting, and how should a beginner approach tasting?
A tasting can be analytical or social; for serious tastings, keep it pure, but in social settings you may add ice or water. For rankings, some prefer tasting neat first, then with water to compare and resolve ties, emphasizing mindful evaluation over casual drinking.
From War Trauma to Bourbon: Fred Minnick's Bottom Shelf Story
Q: What is your approach to doing your top 100, and how do you manage tasting so many whiskeys each year?
Minnick explains he tastes hundreds to thousands of whiskeys annually, relying on competitions and submissions, ranking the top 100 after extensive blind tastings, and frequently adjusting his process to be more efficient and reliable over time.
From War Trauma to Bourbon: Fred Minnick's Bottom Shelf Story
Q: Could you give a little overview of how bourbon is made and what it's made out of?
Bourbon must be predominantly corn (at least 51%) in a fermented mash, distilled no higher than 160 proof, aged in new charred oak barrels, made in the United States, and typically bottled at no higher than 125 proof; these rules distinguish bourbon from other whiskeys.
The State of Bourbon With Former Brown-Forman EVP
Q: What can people expect at the Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction?
It's a condensed three-day event featuring tastings, an auction of rare bottles, and there are interactive experiences to enhance the bourbon culture.

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The show features candid conversations with celebrities and creators, often conducted over drinks and tasting sessions. Guests range from comedians and musicians to industry insiders, with discussions that blend personal life, career journeys, and the guest's favorite foods. The host's background as a spirits writer and curator shapes a consistent emphasis on whiskey, culture, and storytelling, making each episode feel like an intimate tasting and interview. The format tends to pair approachable conversations with expert flavor notes, offering listeners both entertainment and topical insights into whiskey, music, and pop culture. A standout aspect is the host's ability to connect with guests across disciplines, delivering engaging, authenti... more

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1. Bourbon Pursuit
2. The Mash Up
3. Fourth & Neat
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1. Terry Bradshaw
2. Jason Bronner
3. Dani Rose
4. Drew Holcomb
5. Brittney Spencer
6. Fred Minnick
7. Jared Allen
8. Hannah Dasher

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