Every bourbon is a whiskey but not every whiskey is a bourbon. Which is better? One of whiskey’s most enduring debates finally gets settled. Liquor Barn’s Brad Williams leads a symposium discussing the legalities, intricacies, subtleties, distinctions and differences between bourbon and whiskey. Get clarity on one of whiskey’s most heated topics, with expert insight […]
Rye is having a moment — and every region is doing it differently. Explore regional styles from Vermont to Kentucky, Tennessee to New York, as America’s rye renaissance continues to surge. Moderated by: Mashup Podcast Participating Distilleries: About World of Whiskey Fireside Chats Gather around for engaging, informative conversations hosted by top whiskey media personalities […]
If you got out of a whiskey time machine in 10 years, what would you see? From ocean aging to triple finishes to rapid maturation, find out where the category is headed. A glimpse into whiskey’s next decade. Moderated by: Mashup Podcast / Brad Williams Participating Distilleries: About Fireside Chats in the World of Whiskey Gather […]
Blending barrels is both art and science. Go deep into the art of blending to understand what makes a great blend. Learn how the masters balance finishes, ages, and flavor profiles to build complex, layered whiskeys — often creating blends that outperform even prized single barrels. Moderated by: JK McKnight / Mashup Podcast / Brad […]
Moderated by: Nancy Fuller Join Food Network Star and GG Guice purveyor, Nancy Fuller as she shows us all how to bake with Whiskey in this interactive, sweet and savory session. About World of Whiskey Fireside Chats Gather around for engaging, informative conversations hosted by top whiskey media personalities and a rotating cast of master […]
Does older automatically mean better? What is the perfect age? Age statements used to mean everything — but today, younger whiskeys and advanced aging technologies challenge that narrative. Explore the age debate as legacy distillers and modern innovators weigh in on age statements, rapid-aging technologies, and the evolving definition of whiskey excellence. Moderated by: Mashup […]
Dissecting the multitude of different barrel finishes - Sherry, rum, toasted, cognac, double and triple oaked, bonded, etc. Moderated by: Brad Williams Participating: About World of Whiskey Fireside Chats Gather around for engaging, informative conversations hosted by top whiskey media personalities and a rotating cast of master distillers, blenders, brand ambassadors, and industry pros. […]
What bottles should every whiskey lover have on their shelf? This panel goes inside the mind of collectors, retailers and distillers to discuss what to buy, what to drink now vs. hold, the best limited releases, how to spot up-and-coming brands, and how to build a world-class whiskey collection at any budget. Moderated by: Brad […]
Put your Bourbon IQ to the test. Compete for swag, bragging rights, and whiskey glory in a fast-paced trivia battle designed to test your knowledge of America’s signature spirit. Moderated by: Brad Williams / JK McKnight About World of Whiskey Fireside Chats Gather around for engaging, informative conversations hosted by top whiskey media personalities and […]