Author name: Jim Shannon

A Love Letter to Bourbon’s Beating Heart: Frankfort, Kentucky

/

A spirited review by Jim Shannon, The Bourbon Road Podcast There are few places in America that resonate so deeply with the soul of bourbon as Frankfort, Kentucky. In the documentary “Frankfort, Kentucky: The Heart of Bourbon,” viewers are treated to a captivating and reverent journey through time, terroir, and tradition. As someone who

The post A Love Letter to Bourbon’s Beating Heart: Frankfort, Kentucky appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

Wild Turkey 8-Year 101 Bourbon (2025 Release) Review

/

🥃 OverviewA celebrated classic has made its official return to the United States with the reintroduction of Wild Turkey 101 8-Year-Old as a permanent expression. After years of being an export-only product that garnered a cult following among American whiskey connoisseurs, the distillery responded to strong consumer demand by bringing this age-stated bourbon back to

The post Wild Turkey 8-Year 101 Bourbon (2025 Release) Review appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

West Fork Whiskey: Bold Spirits from the Heartland

/

On this week’s episode of The Bourbon Road, Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter crack open something new—and bold—as they welcome Julian Jones, co-founder of West Fork Whiskey, to the show. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, West Fork has been making waves with its unapologetically bold approach to whiskey making and its dedication to showcasing the

The post West Fork Whiskey: Bold Spirits from the Heartland appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

Dan Callaway Named Master Blender at Lofted Spirits

/

Dan Callaway Named Master Blender at Lofted Spirits, after overseeing innovation across Bardstown Bourbon and Green River Whiskey A Strategic Appointment at a Pivotal Time Lofted Spirits has officially named Dan Callaway as Master Blender, a role in which he will lead whiskey innovation and product development across the company’s growing portfolio—including Bardstown Bourbon

The post Dan Callaway Named Master Blender at Lofted Spirits appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

Colorado Craft: Unpacking the Terroir and Tradition at Laws Whiskey House

/

Visiting Denver’s Grain-Forward DistilleryJim Shannon, host of the Bourbon Road podcast, traveled to Denver, Colorado. He visited Laws Whiskey House and sat down with founder Al Laws. This episode explores Al’s passion and the unique approach of his Denver distillery. They discussed the history of the company. They also tasted several of Laws’ distinctive whiskeys.

The post Colorado Craft: Unpacking the Terroir and Tradition at Laws Whiskey House appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

Bourbon Road Dispatch: Derby Wins, Rye Discoveries, and Evolving Trends

/

Welcome back to the Bourbon Road! Hosts Jim Shannon and Todd Ritter recently connected across state lines – Jim in Colorado and Todd in Kentucky – to catch up on the latest in the whiskey world, share a couple of pours, and discuss everything from Derby wins to industry shifts. The Bourbon Road

The post Bourbon Road Dispatch: Derby Wins, Rye Discoveries, and Evolving Trends appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

Introducing Our New Co-Host

/

It has been a busy couple of weeks, but we are happy to be introducing our new Co-Host of The Bourbon Road Podcast, Brian Hyatt. Our new Co-host Brian is an old friend, long time listener,  previous guest and a great addition to The Bourbon Road team. We hope you’ll welcome him with open

The post Introducing Our New Co-Host appeared first on The Bourbon Road.

Scroll to Top