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The Whiskey Lore® Podcast

Drew Hannush
Whiskey
Bourbon
Craft Distilling
American Whiskey
Kentucky
Prohibition
Whisky
Rye Whiskey
Michigan
Single Malt Whiskey
Scotch Whisky
Vodka
Irish Whiskey
Kentucky Bourbon
Rye
Cocktails
Whiskey Lore
Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Scotland
Cotswolds

The Whiskey Lore Podcast, hosted by best-selling travel author Drew Hannush, is a captivating exploration of whiskey's rich history, myths, and modern craft distilling culture, appealing to both enthusiasts and curious newcomers. Covering bourbon, Scotch, Irish, rye, and more, the podcast offers three formats: Stories, which delve into historical narratives like the origins of Bottled-in-Bond or I... more

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Latest Episodes

A Revolutionary War spy network, a family-owned Long Island distillery, and a Bourbon steeped with black tea.

This week, I'm joined by Mark and Ben Grindel of Spy Trail Distillery to explore the history behind their name and the business they've bu... more

Episode 144: REDWOOD EMPIRE (Jeff Duckhorn and Lauren Patz)

What happens when a California whiskey maker approaches Bourbon, rye, and single malt with the mindset of a winemaker?

Drew Hannush welcomes Redwood Empire Master Distiller Jeff Duckhorn... more

Who was it that came up with the 51% rule and the modern rules for straight whiskey in America?

Meet today's legend on the latest episode of Whiskey Lore's Hall of Legends.

GUEST: Martin Markvardsen (Senior Global Brand Ambassador, Highland Park) What does it take to capture the flavors of Scotland in a bottle? In this episode, Drew Hannush sits down with Highland Park's Martin Markvardsen, who is celebrating 20 years w... more

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Franklin Chase Hoyt
Longtime presiding justice of New York City's Children's Court; temporary head of the FAA in the story
Federal Alcohol Administration (fictional within the episode)
Episode: 🏛️ HALL OF LEGENDS: Straight to 51%
Martin Markvardsen
Senior Global Brand Ambassador for Highland Park
Highland Park
Episode: Ep. 143 - HIGHLAND PARK DISTILLERY: Scotland in a Bottle
Anais Coffee
Irish inventor of the patent still, ex-excise man, inductee into the Whiskey Lore Hall of Legends
Whiskey Lore Hall of Legends
Episode: 🏛️ HALL OF LEGENDS: Irish Double Impact
Jeremy Buchanan
Owner of Hartfield & Co. Distillery
Hartfield & Co. Distillery
Episode: 🎙️ Ep. 142 - HARTFIELD & CO DISTILLERY: Bringing Bourbon Back to Bourbon County
John Kelly
CEO, Belfast Distillery Company
Belfast Distillery Company
Episode: 🎙️ Ep. 141 - McCONNELL'S IRISH WHISKEY: New Home at Belfast's Crumlin Road Gaol
Graeme Miller
Master blender and distiller
McConnell's Irish Whiskey
Episode: 🎙️ Ep. 141 - McCONNELL'S IRISH WHISKEY: New Home at Belfast's Crumlin Road Gaol
Jason Fruits
Distiller and co-founder of Old 55 Distillery
Old 55 Distillery
Episode: 🎙️ Ep. 140 - OLD 55 DISTILLERY: 100% Indiana Farm to Glass
John Pawluk
Founder and distiller of Twisted Cow Distillery
Twisted Cow Distillery
Episode: 🎙️ Ep. 138 - JOHN PAWLUK OF TWISTED COW: Distilling Curiosity and Asking "Why?"
Bo Cumberland
Documentary filmmaker; My Journey Through American Spirits
My Journey Through American Spirits
Episode: 🎙️ Ep. 137 - SPIRITS OF LAWRENCEBURG DOCUMENTARY: With Bo Cumberland and Jerry Daniels

Host

Drew Hannush
Host of Whiskey Lore Podcast; renowned for exploring whiskey history and craft with accessible storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Great episode (Uncle Nearest)

    Thank you so much for your time and effort in researching facts for this episode and more. One of the best podcasts out there. Listen to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buckaroo41
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this Podcast

    This and the Whiskey Lore Interviews podcast are fantastic. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mplsports
    United States2 years ago
  • “Dram”atic account of the journey of the whisky world

    Recently started listening to the podcast, following on from Drew’s interview on WhiskyCast.

    It’s been a riveting listen, taking me through stories I thought I knew but amazed to find out the facts are not always as have been recounted.

    Well worth the listen, testament to this has been myself reaching midway of season 4, without even realising it. You won’t be disappointed if you have an interest in both whisky and history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iain A Bruce
    Australia3 years ago
  • Almost 5 Star.

    …but the narrator says “Benjermin”, “fermiliar”, and “assoshiate”. It’s too grating; he should continue the great research and then get someone else to narrate if he is too old to fix the problem.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jessy Catterwaul
    United States3 years ago
  • Great history!

    I really enjoy this podcast. The subjects are interesting and the host speaks well with a nice pace. I’ve listened to all the episodes and find myself repeating them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jasscharp
    United States3 years ago

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Ep. 143 - HIGHLAND PARK DISTILLERY: Scotland in a Bottle
Q: Or what do you find of the younger whiskies?
There are genuine strengths in younger expressions, but many are still shaped by the cask; a lot of the flavor comes from how the spirit interacts with the oak, not just the age label.
🎙️ Ep. 141 - McCONNELL'S IRISH WHISKEY: New Home at Belfast's Crumlin Road Gaol
Q: Was it you that helped get it pushed into the American market?
The US market was advanced through a strong importer relationship with Kinecta Brands, which is connected to the larger ownership group; this alignment provided the foundations for faster expansion rather than a single individual's effort.
🎙️ Ep. 138 - JOHN PAWLUK OF TWISTED COW: Distilling Curiosity and Asking "Why?"
Q: What role does the barrel program play in flavor development?
Barrels, especially with careful char level and location in the rick house, contribute to mouthfeel and sweetness; the front-row barrels are temperature-controlled to optimize early flavor extraction, while deeper aging adds layers.
🎙️ Ep. 138 - JOHN PAWLUK OF TWISTED COW: Distilling Curiosity and Asking "Why?"
Q: What makes your still design unique and how does it affect flavor?
The square, cone-based I-Still with a packed column and no plates provides precise control over boiling points, enabling consistent, clean ethanol while preserving and enhancing flavor via caramelization and grain oils.
🎙️ Ep. 138 - JOHN PAWLUK OF TWISTED COW: Distilling Curiosity and Asking "Why?"
Q: How do you balance tradition with experimentation in mash bills and grain sources?
I rotate mashbills annually, experiment constantly with local grains from Long Island, and embrace risk in pursuit of flavor and quality rather than sticking to a fixed recipe.

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