The_Whiskey Shaman

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  • All things whiskey related. We will talk process, deep dives on distilleries and bottles. And the whiskey scene.
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  • 92: The Rickhouse Effect: How Placement Transforms Whiskey

    92: The Rickhouse Effect: How Placement Transforms Whiskey
    Nov 16 2024
    So you got a barrel of whiskey where do you put it, in the attic, basement, garden. Rickhouses are the best bet, lets get into it but first our sponsors Hinterhausdistilling.com Badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/aff=3 https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Patreon.com/the_whiskeyshaman Barrel rickhouses are warehouses where barrels of aging whiskey are stored on wooden racks, or ricks, that are stacked vertically. The design of a rickhouse allows air to circulate around the barrels, so they don't need to be moved or rotated. Rickhouses are important to the bourbon industry, and have been since the late 1700s in Ireland. The term "rick" may come from the Irish word for "king". Here are some things to know about rickhouses: Temperature The temperature inside a rickhouse can vary significantly, with the top floors being hotter and drier, and the lower floors being cooler and more moist. These temperature fluctuations can accelerate the maturation process, which can enhance the whiskey's flavor. Location The location of the barrel in the building can affect the maturation process. For example, brick warehouses can create steadier climates than open-air rickhouses, which can allow for slower aging. Cost A rickhouse can cost around $7 million and house between 18,000 and 55,000 barrels. Barrel storage There are other types of barrel storage, including palletized warehouses and dunnage warehouses. Palletized warehouses are more modern and cost-effective, but rickhouses can be more innovative and efficient for storing barrels. Great Insights: A Closer Look at OurKentucky Rickhouses HOW SIMPLE STRUCTURES PRODUCE COMPLEX FLAVORS 2019 High-quality charred oak barrels are essential to developing Elijah Craig's signature flavor. But where and how those barrels are stored are an essential part of the story. Discover the Greatness Within our open-air rickhouses. Aging our Bourbon in Level 3 charred oak barrels is the first step to developing Elijah Craig’s signature flavor; but equally important is where those barrels are stored. For centuries, American distillers have aged whiskey in warehouses with styles ranging from converted barns to ornate, custom-built brick buildings. Today, we age our Bourbon in what are known as traditional open-air rickhouses. These modest wood-frame structures, usually seven stories tall, have corrugated metal sides and roofs. Each floor is filled with wooden ricks, in which barrels are stacked three-high and stored throughout the aging process. The design allows the air to circulate around the barrels, which means they never need to be moved or rotated during their time in the rickhouse. According to Donald Blincoe, whose firm, Buzick Construction, Co., has been building rickhouses since 1937, very little about these buildings has changed over the past century for one main reason: the design works. Apart from being simple to build, these storage spaces serve unheralded roles in the development of Elijah Craig. With only a thin sheet of metal separating them from Kentucky’s climate, our barrels experience drastic swings in temperature—which ultimately improves the flavor of the Bourbon they hold. Our rickhouses are not climate-controlled or insulated in any way; nature alone dictates how hot or cold the temperatures are inside. Temperatures can swing from below 0° F in winter to more than 100° F in just nine months. Barrels stored on the highest floors endure the summer’s worst heat, which leads to more water evaporation and results in Bourbon with higher proofs. On the lowest floors, where temperatures are much cooler, the reverse happens: barrels often lose more alcohol than water, and proofs drop. The moderate temperatures of the middle floors form a sweet spot where maturation is most balanced. Elijahcraig.com
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    55 mins
  • 91: Hinterhaus Distilling with Nate Randall

    91: Hinterhaus Distilling with Nate Randall
    Nov 9 2024
    I know what your thinking, and yes I am burning through them. Today we have Nate from Hinterhaus Distilling, we talked all thinks from Tesla to Terroir. I really hope you enjoy it. And please check out there website. Hinterhausdistilling.com Badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/aff=3 https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Patreon.com/the_whiskeyshaman OUR STORY HIN·TER·HAUSrear building, house at the back Hinterhaus is named in honor of the hinterland at our doorstep - the vast Sierra Nevada wilderness that has long beckoned explorers and adventurers to this breathtaking mountain range. Our spirits are born beneath the long shadows and rustling needles of tall trees using fresh mountain water that flows just beyond our doors before bottling at our 4000 ft perch. We are proudly family operated, and we collaborate with our neighbors to source local ingredients and casks. Every spirit we produce reflects the pristine region we call home. Enjoy a taste of the Sierra with us, and we raise a dram to those who carve their own path. EXPLORE OUR SPIRITS At Hinterhaus Distilling we create our spirits using thoughtfully sourced, high quality ingredients. This results in a provenance and sense of place that you can nose and taste. AMERICAN SINGLE MALT WHISKEY - DISCOVERY Distilled using thoughtfully sourced, high quality barley. Aged to perfection at our Sierra Nevada mountain home. TRAPPER'S OATH EXTRA AGED RYE WHISKEY Extra aged rye whiskey finished in ex-bourbon ex-stout beer barrels. CALAVERAS CASK FINISH BOURBON Interesting bourbon finished in an ever changing variety of local wine casks. Each batch stands on its own merit. NORTH GROVE VODKA Award-winning vodka made from Northern California wine. CALAVERAS CASK STRENGTH SINGLE BARREL RESERVE BOURBON Single barrel local wine barrel finished bourbon. Full proof, full flavor. SOUTH GROVE GIN Sierra Nevada Gin distilled from wine and vapor infused using botanicals native to the Sierra. Ratings Best Buy Hinterhaus Calaveras Cask Finish Bourbon California, US Rating 94 Price $39 Brand Hinterhaus Category American Whiskey/Bourbon Alcohol 46% Bottle Size 750 ml Issue Date 7/1/2022 Print Shelf Talker Buy Now When you buy something through our link, we may earn a small commission from our affiliate partners. Wine Enthusiast maintains complete editorial independence and all wines are blind tasted. Read more about our policy. The concept: a blend of bourbons finished in four California wine barrels, intended to replicate a popular wine blend. The result: allspice, cola and sarsaparilla aromas, leading into a bracing palate with burnt almond and oak. It finishes with a big, drying exhale of cinnamon and burnt orange peel. — Kara Newman What Is Blind Tasting? All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted. View Video About The Scores *Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed. 98-100 ClassicThe Pinnacle of quality 94-97 SuperbA great achievement 90-93 ExcellentHighly recommended 87-89 Very GoodOften good value; well recommended 83-86 GoodSuitable for everyday consumption, often good value 80-82 AcceptableCan be employed
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • 90: H K Young Bourbon Co. With Cole Hanna

    90: H K Young Bourbon Co. With Cole Hanna
    Nov 2 2024

    Guys this was a great chat, Cole is a awesome dude. And the whiskey topnotch. We went deep into there WHY and what the brand is all about. Hope you enjoy, Have you checked out our sponsors

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    Elevating the art of toasted barrel whiskey


    Toasted barrel blend

    What is the "toasted barrel blend?"

    As a brand, we have committed ourselves to exploring toasted barrel finishes. We want to find how toasted barrels can influence, alter, and emphasize the aromas and flavors of whiskey. In teaming up with the brilliant people of Independent Stave Company (ISC) we found three types of toasted barrels (for now) that perfectly accomplish our goals:

    • Heavy Toast American Oak Barrels: Caramelized oak, toasted nuts, hints of dark chocolate, and coffee

    • Custom Spice Toast, Char #1 American Oak Barrels: Baking spice, subtle char, smoky note, coconut-like character

    • Medium Toast, Char #1 Hybrid Oak (American/French) Barrels: Vanilla, caramelized sugar, nutty aromas, fresh oak notes


    Additionally, each of these barrels was seasoned for extended periods of 18 to 24 months, allowing ample time for oak extraction and oxidative maturation to occur, contributing to textural richness.
    Like any good blend, we start with a base. To create the base of our Toasted Barrel Blend (dramatic pause for the “eureka moment”), we develop a custom blend of our bourbons that were finished in these three different toasted oak barrels. It’s quite amazing to discover the different profiles you can create by using whiskey of the same mashbill but finished in three different toasted oak barrels. Once we’ve developed our base blend, we integrate other Kentucky straight bourbon whiskies to layer additional flavors into the blend, creating a final product that is sure to turn you into a believer.

    What makes H.K Young Bourbon Co. THE toasted barrel finish bourbon company?
    We've committed our brand to exploring how toasted barrels change whiskey's profile. By meticulously selecting and blending whiskeys finished in our unique toasted barrels, each crafted to enhance specific notes, we create distinctive batches that showcase the extraordinary flavors and aromas toasted barrels provide.
    Join us in a toast to the extraordinary!


    Batch #2: “Panacea”

    In Greek mythology, Panacea is the goddess of cure. By modern definition, panacea means “a solution or remedy for all difficulties.” Now, it is the name for the second batch of our H.K. Young Toasted Barrel Blend. Batch #2 distinguishes itself from Batch #1 with its nearly medicinal-like, oily viscosity, reminiscent of the early apothecaries blending ingredients to ward off ailments, and the days when whiskey was considered a medicinal remedy. “Panacea” embodies the rich outcomes achievable when blending select whiskies finished in our toasted oak barrels. While Batch #1 focused on higher tannins for a drier mouthfeel, Batch #2 dramatically increases viscosity, aiming to provide an experience that is not only delicious but also evocative of a time when a sip of whiskey was a trusted remedy for both body and soul.
    On the nose, “Panacea” opens to delightful aromas of maraschino cherries, candied pecans, and vanilla, with hints of cigar smoke in the background. The palate is layered and viscous, offering notes of artisan chocolate-covered cherries, raw honeycomb, and babelutte toffee. As the flavors transition into the finish, notes of sweet oak, peanut brittle, and tobacco harmonize to create a memorable and incomparable pour
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    1 hr and 24 mins

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Great whiskey/distilling podcast.

The host covers quite a few topics in the distilation world. It is focused on craft distilling, and if that is your thing, listen to this podcast.

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