Bourbon On A Budget

The Most TOASTED Bourbon EVER? Old Forester EXTRA EXTRA OLD

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:05:55 -0000

We try the new Old Forester 117 Series: Extra Extra Old - which is essentially 1910 but aged for 2 years in toasted barrels. This whiskey is RIGHT UP TJ's alley so they guys try it and grade it. Then, they pull out some Woodford Double Double Oaked to compare the two.

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Bourbon Review - Four Roses Single Barrel Strength - OESF Recipe

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:00:26 -0000

The guys are back to review Four Roses Single Barrel Strength - OESF Recipe! They picked this bottle up on their trip to Louisville last month. This is a 20% Rye Mashbill with herbal notes. Master Distiller, Brent Elliott picked this one and the guys couldn't be more excited to try it!

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Brendan'sS Birthday Review: Chattanooga Founders Whiskey

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:00:38 -0000

It's Brendan's birthday! The guys are back to review Chattanooga Founders Whiskey. They'll talk a little about special occasion drinks, they'll rate this whiskey, and try to get through the entire episode without singing happy birthday to Sonnone.

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The Budget Boys Take Louisville

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:53:58 -0000

The guys get back from Louisville and talk about their trip, give some recommendations, things to avoid, chat distilleries, and review the Peerless Double Oak Single Barrel Rye they picked up!

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Three NOOBS Plan Out Their Bourbon Trail Trip

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 20:22:34 -0000

Planning for Louisville and a Peerless Rye Review The guys are headed to Louisville Kentucky this week! On tonight's show, they're drinking some Peerless Rye and planning out their trip. Tune in, share your suggestions, and let's hang out!

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A Whole Bunch Of Sazerac Talk On This Week's Show

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 01:16:59 -0000

TJ and Brendan are heading to New Orleans this weekend, home of the Sazerac house! Tonight they will be putting Sazerac up against Old Forester to see which Budget Buy is better. They also try Brendan's finished version of Sazerac and chat about the history of Whiskey in New Orleans.

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Sweetens Cove Kennessee Bourbon Live Review

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 14:57:46 -0000

The guys are back to review Sweetens Cove Kennessee Bourbon Live! They rate it based on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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Allocated Review Wild Turkey Father And Son 13 Year Old Bourbon

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 01:17:51 -0000

The guys took the week off last week so they're coming at you with a BANGER (though they hardly know her)! Wild Turkey's 13 Year Old Father and Son was sent to us by a fan and we're here to review it for you. We'll rate it on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value! Stay tuned for our pursuits and purchases segment as well & make sure you subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQS-6wXopbQxLmlGQEQFyEw

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Is Elmer T. Lee Worth The Hype?

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:00:28 -0000

The guys completed a Buffalo Trace Tournament a few months ago and there was a pretty large upset. Buffalo Trace Bourbon knocked off Elmer T. Lee in a shocking and convincing blind win. But, was it the right decision? Tonight, we review Elmer T. Lee with friend of the show, Joe Decadence! We'll rate it based on its nose, taste, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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TJ Month Comes To An End Mystery Whiskey #4 (Angel's Envy Rye- Rum Finished)

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:15:44 -0000

The guys are back for their last blind whiskey of the month! TJ has picked out his final whiskey and the guys will rate it based on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, & value!

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TJ Month Continues Mystery Whiskey #3 (Old Pepper Single Barrel Rye)

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:07:43 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben review another blind sample that TJ sent them! This time it's Old Pepper Single Barrel Rye! They review it based on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value.

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TJ Month Round 2 -- Reviewing Another Mystery Whiskey (J.W. Kelly Single Barrel Bourbon)

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:00:27 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben review another blind sample that TJ sent them! They review J.W. Kelly Single Barrel Bourbon based on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value.

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TJ Month Begins! Mystery Review #1 (Maker's Mark Stave Profile: Canoli)

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:00:34 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are reviewing something and only TJ knows what it is. They rate it on its nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value! (Maker's Mark Stave Profile: Canoli)

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The Lost Review Bull Run 13 Year American Whiskey

Tue, 31 May 2022 00:46:51 -0000

TJ and Ben are re-reviewing Bull Run 13 Year American Whiskey. This is the second time its been reviewed on Bourbon on a Budget. But, due to some technical difficulties the recording was lost and it had to be done again. The guys rate it on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value. See how close of a score the guys give it this time compared to the last one.

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Whiskey Review Good Times Toasted Rye (Kobe Edition)

Tue, 24 May 2022 10:00:39 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back to review a special bottle in honor of the new addition to TJ's family. They rate the Good Times Toasted Rye (Kobe Edition) on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value. The guys also share some pursuits and purchases as well as chat about buying booze at a Duty Free shop!

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Making A Newbie Try 5 Different Bourbons

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:02:33 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back to introduce some different bourbons to a newbie, get his thoughts, see what he likes/doesn't like, and more! Forrest tries each bourbon blind, but it's definitely interesting to get his thoughts and notes. Pour a glass and enjoy this episode with us! Cheers.

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Blue Note Crossroads Bourbon Review

Fri, 13 May 2022 13:45:23 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review Blue Note Crossroads Bourbon! This bourbon finished with toasted French Oak is a favorite of TJ's for sure! See how the guys rate its nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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Underdog Bourbons Picking Longshots To Underpromise And Overdeliver

Tue, 10 May 2022 11:00:05 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are celebrating Rich Strike's win at the Kentucky Derby by picking their favorite underdog bourbons. See what they pick! Stay tuned for their Pursuits and Purchases as well as them trying some samples from a listener.

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Knob Creek Bourbon Review

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:37:00 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben review Knob Creek 9 Year Bourbon. They rate it on Nose, Taste, Finish, Cohesiveness/Complexity, and Value!

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Sonnone: Scotch Sommelier

Wed, 04 May 2022 13:54:39 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are going off course tonight and they're trying SCOTCH! Something new for the guys but join in as they try new things on tonight's Bourbon on a Budget!

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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Review

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 00:02:56 -0000

The guys are back to review Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon. This one is a Corona Store Pick. Tommy over at Davidoff Tampa picked out an elite one and the guys loved it! Check out their thoughts on the nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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The Ultimate Bourbon Draft!

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:54:32 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben draft from all of the whiskeys they reviewed on the show in honor of the NFL Draft this week! The draft categories are Budget, Budget+, Beyond Budget, Store Picks, and Allocated! The guys must pick two bottles from each and then they'll vote on who had the best draft.

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Horse Soldier Barrel Strength Bourbon Review

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 16:53:11 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review pick #3 of Ben Month! They're reviewing Horse Soldier, Barrel Strength Bourbon. They rate it on Nose, Taste, Finish, Cohesiveness/Complexity, and Value!

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Sampling Doc Brown's Whiskey At Different Stages

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:52:58 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are trying some different offerings from Doc Brown. If you remember back to our last episode with the folks from Doc Brown, they use Jimmy Red Corn. They sent us some samples of their 100 proof white dog, their 148 proof white dog, and their 10 month old whiskey aged in a level 4 char barrel.

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Ben Month Week 2: Costco's Single Barrel Bourbon

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 23:18:37 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back as Ben picks his 2nd whiskey of the month. This time, it's Costco's Single Barrel Bourbon! They rate this pick based on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value.

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Blue Note Store Pick Review + Release!

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:09:46 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget! Today, they're talking about the recent release of the Blue Note Store Pick they did with Gaspar's Liquor Shoppe. Check it out as they rate the pick and give you more info here!

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Michter's 10 Year Rye Whiskey Review (Ben Month!)

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:53:03 -0000

Ben picks out a whiskey for TJ and Brendan to review blind! It's Michter's 10 Year Rye, something ben doesn't particularly love. Find out how the guys rated the nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness, complexity, and value.

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Buffalo Trace Bourbon Madness Championship Weller 12 Vs Buffalo Trace

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:00:23 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back to finish off the Buffalo Madness Tournament. #10 Seed, Buffalo Trace is looking to knock off the #1 seed, Weller 12! Can the underdog pull off the massive upset? We’ll see. The guys also discuss a new store pick release with Gaspar’s Liquor Shoppe! It’s the Blue Note pick!

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Stagg JR Batch 15 Bourbon Review

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:28:45 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back with an absolute BANGER to finish up Buffalo Trace month. They're reviewing Stagg Jr Batch 15, thanks to Jake sending them samples. They rate the nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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Buffalo Madness Final 4 Buffalo Trace Vs Blanton's & EHT SmB Vs Weller 12

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:50:43 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back for the Final 4 of the Buffalo Madness tournament! They are putting Weller 12 vs EHT Small batch and Blanton's up against Buffalo Trace. See who makes the championship tonight LIVE on the show!

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Mystery Whiskey Review! (Poor Man's Pappy!)

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:00:33 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are BACK to review something... but TJ and Ben don't quite know what just yet. Join the guys as they rate something based on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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The Madness Continues, Round 2: Buffalo Trace vs Elmer T Lee & Blanton's vs Hancock's

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:11:14 -0000

TJ and Brendan (with a special pop in from Ben) are back for the 2nd half of round 2 of Buffalo Madness! You don't want to miss Buffalo Trace vs Elmer T Lee & Blanton's vs Hancock's!

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The Madness Continues! Buffalo Bracket Round 2!

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 13:09:22 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back for Round 2 of Buffalo Madness! This week is the first half of the Elite 8! We're putting Weller 12 vs Sazerac against each other and Weller 107 vs EHT Small Batch!

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EH Taylor Single Barrel Bourbon Review (Mashbill 2!)

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:59:01 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back for a review of EH Taylor Single Barrel Bourbon! This one is special because it's the Mashbill 2 and a store pick from Corona Cigar (Davidoff in Tampa). They rate its nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and more!

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Benchmark Bourbon Review

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:03:32 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review Benchmark Bourbon. This bottom shelf drink is one of the cheapest bourbons you can find. They rate its nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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It's Tourney Time... Buffalo Madness!

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:10:13 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back for a special episode of Bourbon on a Budget. This week, they're kicking off the Buffalo Madness Tournament. They'll be completing tastings of 12 different Trace products throughout the month and crowning a champion the night of the NCAAB Tournament!

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Weller Antique Bourbon Review

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 22:32:43 -0000

We're finishing up Wheater month with a budget-ish banger of a review. From the Buffalo Trace Distillery, we are reviewing Weller Antique, also known as Weller 107. We rate the nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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King Of The Hill : WLW Vs Maker's Mark 46 Cask Strength

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:30:10 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back! They're putting William Larue Weller up against Maker's Mark 46 Cask Strength. Join the guys as they finish up Wheater month, chat about Pursuits and Purchases, & preview what's on deck for next month!

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Larceny Barrel Proof (A121) Bourbon Review

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:21:48 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review another Wheated Bourbon! This time, they're going with a banger. They are reviewing Larceny Barrel Proof (A121) Bourbon. They rate its nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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Continuing KOTH, Breaking News To The Pod, And A Valentine's Day Giveaway!

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:39:26 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back for another edition of Bourbon on a Budget. Tonight, they're continuing King of the Hill Wheated Edition, talking about some BREAKING NEWS, and giving away some Bourbon!

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Maker's Mark Cask Strength Bourbon Review

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:18:15 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review Maker's Mark Cask Strength Bourbon! This is their second wheated bourbon of the month. They're rating the nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value! Don't miss the episode we dropped earlier this week where we started King of the Hill - Wheated Edition!

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Wheated King Of The Hill

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 13:55:24 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben are back for a LIVE edition of Bourbon on a Budget. They're starting King of the Hill: Wheated edition this week! Maker's 46 Cask is our potential this time, so let's see how it does! Don't miss the Pursuits and Purchases segment later in the show. Come back on Thursday as we review Maker's Mark Cask Strength!

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Maker's Mark FAE-02 Review

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:01:07 -0000

This was recorded on Twitter Spaces. Tj, Ben, and Brendan chat about Maker's Mark's FAE-02 bourbon. They rate its nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value! Then they take a few listener questions.

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The Balcones Show! Drinking Gifts on tonight's show.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:27:18 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back and they're tasting 3 different whiskeys from Balcones! This Texas Whiskey was sent to us from the Noe Family and we're very appreciative. Stay tuned for our Pursuits and Purchases as well!

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Review - Old Ezra 7 Year Barrel Strength

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:00:14 -0000

Brendan Month comes to a close. With Brendan's final pick of whiskey for Ben and TJ review blind. To close things out, Brendan goes with Old Ezra 7 year.

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Bourbon Spaces 1/26: Getting Started Into Bourbon

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 03:01:31 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan host another Twitter Spaces! This week, they're talking about Beginners & Bourbon. They give some tips for people starting out, suggest some bottles, and more!

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Starting A Distillery

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:00:34 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back for an inside look at the inner workings of Starting a Distillery with the good folks from Doc Brown Farm & Distillers! They also try a special sample from the Noe family. Pour something in your glass and let's hang out!

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Old Scout Bourbon Whiskey Review

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:00:04 -0000

The guys try Brendan's 3rd pick of the month for this week's review. They're tasting Old Scout Bourbon Whiskey! See how they rate the nose, taste, finish, and more here!

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An Intro Into Bourbon Twitter Spaces

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 19:57:07 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan hung out on Twitter Spaces for about 30 minutes on Tuesday night. They took questions from fans, talked about what they were drinking, and made a few jokes along the way. Give this a listen and follow us on Twitter so you don't miss the next one! https://twitter.com/BourbonBudget

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What Goes Into A Label?

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 11:00:28 -0000

The guys are back again to chat all things Bourbon. Tonight they're chatting with Jimmy from Gaspar's Liquor Shoppe in Temple Terrace and also chatting about labels and what the guys look for in one!

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Review: Pikesville Rye

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 10:00:28 -0000

The Month of Brendan continues as he tries to get the guys to blindly place his picks on the Bourbon Big Board. This time, it's a rye that gets a test from TJ and Ben: Pikesville. This low-rye Rye is a sweet balance of bourbon/rye notes, and it comes at a health 110 proof. Is this a Big Board-worthy pick?

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The Perfect 5 Bottle Collection

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:31:48 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to discuss why you only need 5 bottles of whiskey in your collection. None of them follow this rule but hopefully you guys enjoy their thoughts! Cheers!

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Review: Four Roses Single Barrel

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 10:00:12 -0000

We get into an absolute classic to start off 2022: Four Roses Single Barrel. Ben and TJ review the bourbon blind as we get into Brendan Month, a celebration of Brendan's exquisite knack for identifying great value when it comes to bourbon.

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Happy New (Charred Oak Barrels) Year!

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 11:00:12 -0000

The guys are back and have an exciting episode for you guys to kick off the 2022 calendar year. They're chatting about New Year's Whiskeys, Booze Goals for 2022, TJ and Ben on Whole 30, and more!

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Pop Bourbon, Not Champagne!

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 16:50:44 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan finish off 2021 with some good whiskeys that we tried this year. They recap what they drank on Christmas, bottles they got, and what they're looking forward to in 2022!

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Review: Michter's Barrel Strength Rye

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 10:48:47 -0000

We exit 2021 with a bang(er): Michter's Barrel Strength Rye. The vanilla-bomb is one of the best whiskies TJ, Ben or Brendan have tried this year...but will it make it to top of the Bourbon Big Board?

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Review: Booker's Bourbon

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 05:00:36 -0000

Booker's is a classic high-proof bourbon, a well-suited whiskey for the winter time, and a favorite of those who love the Jim Beam flavor profile. But is it worth the hunt and the price?

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Which Bourbon Is The Best Egg Nog Mixer?

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 11:00:46 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan mix Egg Nog with 5 different whiskeys to see which one makes the best mixer. Join them as they discuss some recent bourbon experiences as well as chat about recent pursuits and purchases!

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Maker's Mark Private Barrel: Give Me S'More

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 05:00:20 -0000

Maker's Mark doesn't miss with the private-barrel selections. And we got our hands on a GREAT bottle. This pick -- Give Me S'More courtesy of the Southwest Florida Bourbon Society -- is a gem.

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Favorite Whiskeys Of 2021 Ft. Sean Farrell

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 13:52:24 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan welcome Sean Farrell of the Southwest Florida Bourbon Society back to the podcast. They chat about their favorite whiskeys over the last year and some of his the recent picks his group has done!

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Taconic Double Barrel Maple Finished Bourbon Review - From the Bourbon Whiskey Society

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 14:28:27 -0000

Tj, Ben, and Brendan invite the one and only, Joe Decadence to the show to review Taconic Double Barrel Maple Finished Bourbon. They rate it on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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Cold Weather Whiskeys! +King Of The Hill Round FIVE

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 13:05:34 -0000

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas (sort of, it's still warm sometimes in Florida). But it's getting colder out. What are the perfect bourbons and ryes to enjoy in colder weather? Here are our choices. Plus A Midwinter Nights Dram takes on Micther's Toasted Barrel Strength Rye in the final round of King of The Hill.

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Wild Turkey Master's Keep One Review

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 17:36:53 -0000

Ben, Brendan, and TJ wrap up Turkey Month by reviewing the newest Wild Turkey offering... the One in the Master's Keep line. They rate it on Nose, Taste, Finish, Cohesiveness/Complexity, and Value!

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King Of The Hill Prisoner Vs Midwinter Night's Dram Ft. Elliott Finebloom

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 13:59:27 -0000

Ben, TJ, and Brendan are back for another episode! This week, they continue the King of the Hill series with Midwinter Night's Dram vs Bardstown's Prisoner.

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Wild Turkey Master's Keep Bottled In Bond 17 Year Old Bourbon Review

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 15:16:27 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review Wild Turkey Master's Keep Bottled In Bond 17 Year Old Bourbon! They rate it on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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The Aged Buffalo Trace Experience

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 13:59:01 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan taste/review the Buffalo Trace that they aged in a little barrel for about 5 months. They rate it like a normal review, but also engage in a few shenanigans along the way!

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Rare Breed Rye Whiskey Review

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:09:45 -0000

Tj, Ben, and Brendan review Wild Turkey's Rare Breed Rye. They rate it on Nose, Taste, Finish, Cohesiveness/Complexity, and Value. This one was an absolute banger, but will it make the Bourbon on a Budget Big Board?!

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King of The Hill Round 4: Midwinter Night's Dram vs Blade Rummer

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 13:26:46 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to put Midwinter Night's Dram up against Holland's Blade Rummer whiskey in our next round of King of the Hill Finished Edition! Don't miss the Pursuits and Purchases segment, when Brendan tells a horrible story of whiskey loved and lost.

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Wild Turkey 101 Rye Review

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 13:50:02 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan continue #TurkeyMonth by reviewing Wild Turkey 101 Rye Whiskey They rate it on Nose, Taste, Finish, Cohesiveness/Complexity, and Value. Check out Tuesday's episode where they put Taconic Double Oak Whiskey (Finished in Maple Syrup Barrels) up against Midwinter Night's Dram!

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King Of The Hill: Midwinter Night's Dram Vs Taconic Double Barrel Bourbon Maple Finish

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 13:31:10 -0000

The guys are back again to put this year's Midwinter Night's Dram up against Taconic Double Barrel Bourbon Maple Finish. Check it out and leave us a comment with what you're drinking! 🥃

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Longbranch Bourbon Review

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:43:13 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are back to review Longbrand Bourbon! This episode is Alright, Alright, Alright as they rate Nose, Taste, Finish, Cohesiveness/Complexity, and Value!

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King Of The Hill: Finished, Round 2- Sagamore Spirit Rye Cognac Cask vs Midwinter Night's Dram

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 10:00:34 -0000

King Of The Hill: Finished Edition, Round 2- Sagamore Spirit Rye Cognac Cask vs Midwinter Night's Dram: TJ, Ben, and Brendan put Sagamore Spirit Rye finished in Cognac Cask up against Midwinter Night's Dram in our King of the Hill Finished Edition! They also chat about some Pursuits and Purchases. Tune in!

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Blood Oath Pact 6 Bourbon Review

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 13:23:58 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Blood Oath Pact 6 Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they begin the Finished Edition of King of The Hill! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Midwinter Night's Dram-- King of The Hill: Finished Edition

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 10:00:32 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan put High West's Midwinter Night's Dram to the test in the first round of King of The Hill: Finished Edition. They also chat about their recent pursuits & purchases as well as preview Thursday's review episode!

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Balcones Brimstone Whisky Review

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 12:28:10 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan review Balcones Brimstone Whisky. They rate the nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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The Old Forester 1920 Off!

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 11:28:59 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are putting 'Old' 1920 up against 'New' 1920 to see if there's any difference. They also chat about some recent bourbon adventures and update everyone on Pursuits and Purchases.

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Heaven's Door (Red Breast Finish) Bourbon Review

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:31:18 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Heaven's Door (Red Breast Finish) Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they have the TOAST OFF!!! Smash the subscribe button below!

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The Bourbon On A Budget TOAST OFF! 🥃

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:24:41 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan are comparing 1910, Woodford Double Oaked, and Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel bourbons to see which is the best for the price, accessibility, etc.

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Spooky Mellow Corn Review & Some Bourbon Talk

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:10:20 -0000

TJ's Back! But, Ben is gone. Never fear, Brendan is still here. Come hang out for our Spooky review of Mellow Corn & some general bourbon talk!

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Old Forester's 1910 Bourbon Review

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 20:56:32 -0000

The guys review 1910 without TJ! They rate it on nose, taste, finish, cohesiveness/complexity, and value!

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Chattanooga Bourbon Whiskey 111 Proof Review

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:52:31 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Chattanooga Bourbon Whiskey 111 Proof. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they chat with Pat Davis, from Chattanooga Whiskey about the product! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Chattanooga Whiskey Night! 🥃

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:00:29 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben interview Ben Davis! They dive deep into some Chattanooga Whiskey talk with Ben Davis!

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Blanton's Bourbon Review

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:00:36 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Blanton's Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they build an Expert Pack of Whiskey! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Building An Expert Pack!

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 10:00:36 -0000

Brendan, TJ, and Ben are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They chat about the Whistle Pig Line and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Whistle Pig 10 Year Rye- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Whistle Pig 10 Year Rye Whiskey Review

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:00:26 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Whistle Pig 10 Year Rye. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they chat about the Whistle Pig line of products and try the piglets! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Whistle Pig Week!

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:00:27 -0000

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Early Time Bottled in Bond Bourbon Review

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 09:00:37 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Early Time Bottled in Bond Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they do some in person bourbon tasting! Smash the subscribe button below!

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K-Sig In-Person Review!

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:17:03 -0000

The guys got together in Tallahassee this weekend to do a review of the 3 new Kirkland Bourbons (Small Batch, Bottled in Bond, and Single Barrel). Shorter episode this week and sorry for any audio issues, but hope this is a fun one for you!

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Gentleman Jack Daniel's Sour Mash Whiskey Review

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:00:05 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Gentleman Jack Daniel's Sour Mash Whiskey. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode where they have another round of King of the Hill Rye & welcome Ben back! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Ben's Alive!

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:00:25 -0000

Brendan, TJ, and Ben are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They chat about Jack Daniel's, Ben's return, and more! They also complete another round of King of the Hill Rye! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Gentleman's Jack Daniel's Sour Mash Whiskey- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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EHT Small Batch Bourbon Review

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:24:29 -0000

Brendan, Elliott, & TJ review EH Taylor Small Batch Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about allocated bourbon and more! Smash the subscribe button below!

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It's Allocation Season!

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 10:00:45 -0000

Brendan, TJ, and Elliott are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They chat about Wedding Booze and Allocation Season! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of EHT Small Batch Bourbon-- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:55:40 -0000

Brendan and TJ review New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon! This is a store pick from Bourbon Enthusiast. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where Brendan took a week off and the guys got a replacement for him. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Brendan Gets A Replacement For A Week

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:00:24 -0000

Brendan is gone and Ben has lingering COVID side effects so we invited Joe to the show! The guys have a round table discussion on getting into bourbon, the show, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of New Riff Single Barrel which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Maker's Mark FAE-01 Bourbon Review

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:30:13 -0000

Brendan and TJ review Maker's Mark FAE-01 Bourbon Bourbon! They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about the different ways allocated bottles are sold. Also, Brendan got a chance to try the Light Whisky that TJ and Ben tried a couple weeks ago. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Ben's Bye Week!

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 16:26:45 -0000

It's just TJ and Brendan this week as Ben has the COVID. The guys talk about how allocated bottles are sold and give Brendan a chance to review Light Whisky. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Maker's Mark FAE-01 which drops Thursday morning of this week! Ben's Bye Week By Bourbon On A Budget is licensed under a Creative Commons License.

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Weller Special Reserve Bourbon Review

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 09:00:24 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Weller Special Review Bourbon ! They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they continue their King of the Hill series and build an intermediate whiskey pack with $250. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Building An Intermediate Pack With $250

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 14:10:01 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan build another pack. This time, with $250 instead of $100. They also continue their King of the Hill Rye series. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Old Forester 100 Proof Rye which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Widow Jane Decadence Bourbon Review

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 09:00:21 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Widow Jane Decadence Bourbon ! They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about Pappy-Gate and continue their King of the Hill Rye series. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Pappy-Gate & More

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:00:21 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan chat about Pappy-Gate after watching the new Heist docu-series. They also continue their King of the Hill Rye series. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Old Forester 100 Proof Rye which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Old Forester 100 Rye Review

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 16:17:54 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Old Forester 100 Rye! They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they introduce a new King of the Hill and talk about Brendan beating Covid! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Brendan: The COVID Slayer

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 09:00:20 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan chat about when it's acceptable to break the budget and when it's not. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Light Whisky which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Light Whisky (Liquor Depot Store Pick) Review

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 09:00:36 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Light Whisky. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they talk about breaking the budget! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Breaking The Budget

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 09:00:22 -0000

TJ, Ben, and Brendan chat about when it's acceptable to break the budget and when it's not. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Light Whisky which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Eagle Rare Bourbon Review

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:12:01 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Eagle Rare Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they have a Patriotic Bourbon Showdown! Smash the subscribe button below!

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A Patriotic Showdown

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:00:20 -0000

This week, the guys have a showdown between four patriotic whiskeys! Don't miss Brendan's thoughts on our Nation's bird. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Eagle Rare Bourbon which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Russell's Reserve Single Barrel Review

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:00:40 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Russell's Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat with Elliott Finebloom, noted Wild Turkey Enthusiast! Smash the subscribe button below!

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A Conversation With A Wild Turkey Enthusiast Ft. Elliott Finebloom

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:00:20 -0000

Brendan sets up a live blind tasting for TJ and Ben. See how close they can get to guessing what he's selected for them! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Old Tub Bourbon which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Old Tub Bourbon Review

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 09:15:09 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Old Tub Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they do a blind taste test of a few different whiskeys that Brendan selected! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Mystery Blind Bourbon Tasting Game

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 10:00:49 -0000

Brendan sets up a live blind tasting for TJ and Ben. See how close they can get to guessing what he's selected for them! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Maker's Mark Bourbon which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Maker's Mark Bourbon Review

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 09:00:33 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Maker's Mark Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about The Maker's Mark Distillery specifically. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Missing Or Making The Mark?

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 13:29:14 -0000

The guys chat about the Maker's Mark distillery. They discuss its products, line, marketing, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Maker's Mark Bourbon which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Smoke Wagon Small Batch Bourbon Review

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:00:23 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Smoke Wagon Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about marketing, allocation, and the secondary market. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Marketing, Allocation, & the Secondary Market

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:00:31 -0000

The guys chat about Bourbon Marketing, why we love allocated bottles, then something we're not supposed to talk about: the secondary market. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Smoke Wagon Small Batch which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Sazerac Rye Whiskey Review

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 09:00:21 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Three Chord Blended Bourbon Whiskey. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat with Neil Giraldo and Ari Sussman of Three Chord Distilling. Smash the subscribe button below!

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Replacing Blanton's

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:54:45 -0000

The guys chat about different glassware and then introduce a new segment, replacing a popular bourbon. This week, they replace Blanton's with alternate bourbons. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here on YouTube & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Sazerac Rye- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Three Chord Blended Bourbon Whiskey Review

Thu, 27 May 2021 09:00:33 -0000

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Three Chord Distillery Ft. Neil Giraldo & Ari Sussman

Tue, 25 May 2021 09:00:20 -0000

The guys interview Neil Giraldo and Ari Sussman from Three Chord Distillery. They chat about the different whiskeys they offer, their process, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Three Chord Bourbon- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Woodinville Straight Rye Whiskey Review

Thu, 20 May 2021 09:00:30 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Woodinville Rye. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat with Jimmy Ciaccio of Gaspar's Liquor Shoppe. Smash the subscribe button!

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A Liquor Shoppe… Not Store Ft. Jimmy Ciaccio

Tue, 18 May 2021 09:00:36 -0000

The guys chat with owner of Gaspars Liquor Store, Jimmy Ciaccio. They’re ask him about the store pick process, the history of the store, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Woodinville Rye- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon Review

Thu, 13 May 2021 09:00:36 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about the differences between charring & toasting barrels! Smash the subscribe button below!

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The Toast Host

Tue, 11 May 2021 11:31:13 -0000

This week the guys break down the differences between Charring barrels and Toasting Barrels. They also have another round of King of the Hill & Brendan shares some bourbon news. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon Review

Thu, 06 May 2021 09:00:41 -0000

Brendan, Ben, TJ, and special guest Sean review Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about building a bourbon society with Sean Farrell of the Southwest Florida Bourbon Society, taste a barrel pick, and more! Smash the subscribe button below!

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Building A Bourbon Society Ft. Sean Farrell

Tue, 04 May 2021 13:07:36 -0000

This week the guys welcome the creator of the Southwest Florida Bourbon Society to the podcast. They chat about his group, his first barrel pick, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Elijah Craig Bourbon- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Woodford Reserve Bourbon Review

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:00:32 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Woodford Reserve Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about the Kentucky Derby, Mint Juleps, and the Woodford Reserve Distillery. Smash the subscribe button!

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And They're Off!

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 09:00:31 -0000

This week the guys have their Mint Juleps out because it's Derby Week! They chat all things Kentucky Derby & also break down the Woodford Reserve Lineup. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Woodford Reserve Bourbon- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Four Roses Small Batch Review

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:02:33 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they chat about saving a bad bottle of bourbon and introduce the new King of the Hill Segment. Smash the subscribe button!

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How To Save A Bad Bourbon

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:37:45 -0000

This week the guys work on saving a bad bourbon. They also introduce a new segment: King of the Hill. We start out with Old Forester 1920 and introduce a challenger. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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High West Double Rye Whiskey Review

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:00:36 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review High West Double Rye. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they the High West Distillery and Ryes in general! Smash the subscribe button!

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The Spicy Side Of Whiksey

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 13:07:29 -0000

This week, the guys are all about rye whiskey! They chat its history, different types of it, and more. They also have a segment on the High West Distillery. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of High West Double Rye - which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Old Forester 100 Bourbon Review

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 09:00:31 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Old Forester 100 Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they discuss different ways to enjoy bourbon. Smash the subscribe button!

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Neat, Water, and Ice

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:21:36 -0000

We are trying new things! The guys try Wild Turkey 101 neat, with a few drops of water, and with ice. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Old Forester 100 - which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Eagle Rare Bourbon Review (April Fools Prank on Ben)

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 11:32:15 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Eagle Rare Bourbon, though Ben thinks he's drinking something else the whole time. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they discuss the Tricky Side of Whiskey & The Bottled in Bond Act! Smash the subscribe button!

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The Tricky Side Of Whiskey

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 09:00:30 -0000

It's April Fool's Week! Join TJ, Ben, and Brendan as they talk about the tricky side of whiskey, the Bottled in Bond act, and a little Final 4 of their own. Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of a bourbon that you will love-- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Willett Pot Still: Re-Reviewed!

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 20:26:27 -0000

TJ decided to fly solo and do a quick re-review of Willett Pot Still Bourbon after a fan commented that our scores were way too high. Don't want to spoil the final rating, but hope you enjoy this quick video of him re-reviewing it! Make sure to hit the subscribe button!

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Willett Pot Still Bourbon Review

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 09:00:09 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Willett Pot Still Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they build Starter Packs for new folks getting into bourbon! Smash the subscribe button!

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The Starter Pack

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:00:39 -0000

Ben, Brendan, and TJ are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They each come up with their perfect "Starter Pack" for newbies in the bourbon world! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Willett Pot Still Bourbon-- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon Review

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:00:33 -0000

Brendan, Ben, and TJ review Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon. They rate the nose, taste, finish, consistency/complexity, and value! Don't miss part one of this episode, where they discuss all things Wild Turkey! Rate us 5 Stars on iTunes!

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Surprise St. Patrick's Day Review of Jameson, Redbreast Cask Strength 12

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:00:33 -0000

The guys are back for a surprise St. Patrick's Day show! They chat about the history of Irish whiskey, review Jameson and Redbreast Cask Strength 12, & more! Don't miss our other reviews and bourbon pods. Subscribe here on your favorite podcast platform, follow us on social media, and check out the video format on YouTube! Search: Bourbon on a Budget!

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Gobble Gobble

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:51:53 -0000

Ben, Brendan, and TJ are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They chat about the ins and outs of Wild Turkey, update some recent Pursuits & Purchases™, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Subscribe here & stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon -- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Buffalo Trace Bourbon Review

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 10:00:38 -0000

Ben, Brendan, and TJ are back for a review of Buffalo Trace Bourbon! They break down the nose, taste, finish, complexity, and overall value! Be sure to check out the first part of this episode on our feed! Make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget & rate us 5 stars on iTunes!

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Drink Bourbon With The People You Love

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:00:28 -0000

Ben, Brendan, and TJ are back for another episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They chat about the Buffalo Trace Distillery & line, update some recent Pursuits & Purchases™, and more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases™ segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Rate us 5 Stars on iTunes & Stay Tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Buffalo Trace Bourbon-- which drops Thursday morning of this week!

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Russel's Reserve 10 Year Bourbon Review

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 12:41:20 -0000

Ben, Brendan, and TJ are back for a review of Russel's 10 Year Bourbon! They break down the nose, taste, finish, complexity, and overall value! Be sure to check out the first part of this episode on our feed! Make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget & rate us 5 stars on iTunes!

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Formal Introductions

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 10:00:42 -0000

TJ, Brendan, and Ben debut their first ever episode of Bourbon on a Budget. They chat about the podcast's purpose, how they got into bourbon, & more! Don't miss the Pursuit & Purchases segment and make sure to follow our page on Instagram and Twitter: @BourbonBudget. Rate us 5 Stars on iTunes & Stay Tuned for Part 2 of this episode, our review of Russel's Reserve 10 Year-- which drops Thursday morning of this week!