The Bourbon Hunters podcast is a weekly long-form conversation hosted by Brett Bryan, JD Fritzges, and Dude Poole. Guests include friends, bartenders, distillers, bar and restaurant owners, along with other various bourbon enthusiasts, and occasionally Tyler Schaeffer graces us with his presence. Discussions revolve around topical events and stories about daily life while tasting and sharing their thoughts on various bourbons.
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Ben Holladay 10yr Cask Strength - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude and the fellas try out the new Ben Holladay 10yr Cask Strength. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and e
Nov 2 11 min
Harvey Wiley - Bourbon Brief
One of the most important people in bourbon history never made a drop of it. He was a government chemist who fed poison to volunteers and used science to settle a fight o
Oct 31 2 min
Old Louisville 12yr Single Barrel
On this episode, we sit down with a few bottles, including our new upcoming 12-year old single barrel pick from Old Louisville. So sit back, grab a pour, kick up your fee
Oct 28 1 h 20 min
Midwinter Night's Dram - Act 14 Scene 1 - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude blinds the fellas with some Midwinter Night’s Dram from High West. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, an
Oct 26 15 min
The History of Maker's Mark - Bourbon Brief
Today we’re heading down to Loretto, Kentucky, to look at a brand that literally changed the face of bourbon: We will be discussing Maker’s Mark on this week’s Bourbon Br
Oct 24 2 min
Halloween Candy Pairing 2026
On this episode, we sit down for our annual halloween candy episode. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bourbon Hunters.
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Oct 21 1 h 39 min
OHLQ Old Elk Single Barrels - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude and JD rate the upcoming OHLQ Old Elk Single Barrel releases. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjo
Oct 19 19 min
James Beauregard Beam - Bourbon Brief
On this week’s Bourbon Brief we’re talking about a name you’ve definitely seen on a square white label, but maybe don't know as well as you think: James Beauregard Beam.
Oct 17 2 min
Bourbon Brass & Beyond Simulcast
On this episode, Dude and JD join up with the guys at the Bourbon Brass & Beyond Podcast to talk about bourbon, some of our barrel picks, and Dude's recent book release.
Oct 14 1 h 39 min
Hartman's - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, another listener sends us a blind from a local distillery. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this
Oct 12 24 min
Evolution of the Master Distiller Role - Bourbon Brief
If you went back to Kentucky in the 1800s, the term "Master Distiller" didn't really exist on a business card. Distillers were farm workers, mechanics, or chemists. Today
Oct 10 2 min
Peerless
On this episode, Dude, Brett, and JD drink through four different Peerless expressions. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of… The Bou
Oct 7 1 h 17 min
Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, Dude tries to pull one over on the fellas with something different. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and en
Oct 5 10 min
Bourbon 30 Revisit!
Revisit of our old Bourbon 30 blends from September 2020, and some Four Roses Single Barrels Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Sep 30 1 h 07 min
Another Listener Blind!
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, JD and Dude are blinded by one of our listeners. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this episode of
Sep 28 17 min
The Men Who Made American Bourbon
The Men Who Made American Bourbon publishes in five days and is a product of almost 7 years of my life. Here’s what happened between when I started my book and when I fi
Sep 26 4 min
Finding Allocated Bottles
On this episode, Dude and JD discuss their opinions on finding allocated bottles, while drinking some new bourbons. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enj
Sep 23 42 min
Barrel King Bourbon Games - MEM
It’s Mouth Experience Monday!! On this episode, JD brings over two of the Barrel King blends from this year’s Bourbon Games. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your fee
Sep 21 17 min
Austin Nichols Archives vs Beacon - 500th Episode!!
On this episode, Dude, JD, Jason, and Lorenzo celebrate our 500th episode by pitting Austin Nichols Archives against Beacon. So… sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet
Sep 19 1 h 05 min
Old Carter
On this episode, Dude, JD, Jason, and Lorenzo drink through some Old Carter bottles while discussing life. So sit back, grab a pour, kick up your feet, and enjoy this epi
Sep 16 1 h 02 min
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Love the content. The guys really do mix up the bourbons and keep the banter fun and informative. Please bring back the old intro song the new one is horrible.
Remintin · Jul 2025
The Bourbon Hunters podcast is a solid choice for bourbon enthusiasts looking for an approachable and engaging show. Its strengths lie in the hosts' genuine camaraderie, honest tasting notes, and a willingness to explore various aspects of the bourbon world. They can get a little sidetracked with off topic subjects but if you enjoy a casual, conversational style and want to expand your bourbon knowledge, "The Bourbon Hunters" is definitely worth a listen.
Arsenal4040 · Jun 2025
I have an overnight job with lots of solitude that allows me many hours weekly to listen to audiobooks and podcasts. I listen to three bourbon related podcasts but The Bourbon Hunters podcasts were my first intro and remain my favorite. Listening to their back catalog of episodes also introduced me to Bourbon Pursuit and The Black and Brown Podcast. As I begin my second year of whiskey interest I head into 2025 in a much better headspace than when my podcast feed was all scandal and true crime. The only downside I can think of is my wallet is a little lighter since developing a taste for bourbon. I appreciate listening to TBH dive into the history of the spirits the try on the show and it sounds like they all are good friends and have quite the collection and selection. Honestly the episodes that stick out to me the most are the ones where they try the old Wild Turkey cheesey gold foil bottles or the Pride of Anderson county. Those sound like my ultimate unicorns. Keep up the good work and thanks for all the hours of great content for us nightshift guys delivering groceries
Mista Beeeeenz · Feb 2025
Cannot wait each week for the new podcast to upload and listen to the back and forth banter on each review. Great splits on whiskey talk and updates on releases! This bayou boy from Louisiana is an avid listener! Keep it up!
bayoutiger504 · Feb 2024
Always on the hunt for a new podcast and a different perspective. First impressions started with a Mouth Feel Monday. I am hoping the constant lip smacking isn’t a recurring theme as it’s a huge turn off. We know you’re tasting, we don’t need to hear your KY chew while doing so. Will continue to listen to a few more in search of a fresh perspective on bourbon and will update my review accordingly.
Avid Bourbon Enthusiast · Oct 2024
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