In a special extended episode, Dave and H are joined by Dan McKee the Master Distiller and Andrea Wilson Master of Maturation and COO of Michter's, for a pour of their Original Sour Mash Whiskey. Because of the time difference of the Australians, it's a nightcap, and for the Americans, it's a breakfast pour. They chat about the history of Michter's…

Happy Helloween! We're visited by the one and only Crypt Keeper to chat about his silver scream debut: Tales From the Crypt Presents: Demon Knight. This Hollywood deadsider shares gorys of his rise to fame, his artistic process, and some tales from the kiss…of the many celebs he’s romanced over the years. We then taste-test a few 16oz maul boys and…

Dave and H share a pour from a smaller-than-usual bottle of a Cask Strength Makers 46. They chat about the '46' expression and what makes the cask strength approach a fun and different way to try some of your favourites. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Makers 46 Cask Strength02:54 Understanding Cask Strength Whiskey05:50 The Unique Process of Makers…

Indiana's own Katie Kincaid (Kohl's Cash, Sauteed Standup) drops by to share the most metal of all waters, Mango Chainsaw Liquid Death! She tells us how she's influenced local bars to start carrying it before we chat about paper Dixie Cups & Paper Girls. Also, the video game was called GRIS. Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters! Use promo c…

Dave and H discuss the intricacies of Burton James bourbon with its creator, Shawn McCormick. They explore the unique characteristics of the bourbon, including its ingredients and aging process, as well as the interesting backstory involving baseball cards linked to Shawn's great grandfather. The discussion also delves into the complexities of alco…

The Village of Skokie's own Lily Calder and Fiona Stephens (Trapped in a Musical, Whirled News Tonight) allow us passage from Chicago to visit their hometown fave, The Sketchbook Brewing Co. Taproom and Brewery! We sample several of Sketchbook's fresh drafts, take advantage of their Bring Your Own Bagel policy, and are joined by a secret guest. We …

Dave and H went to Watch Hill Proper looking for an amazing bourbon experience... and got they one. They also got a bottle of the very first release from the Watch Hill Proper Team, what might be the only bottle of this outside the US. Join them as they share their experience and share some reflections on how to have more fun with bourbon through b…

Local cinephile Sean Price (Whirled News Tonight, Honk) joins us to visit the best bar you haven't been to yet, the Binny's Tasting Room in Lincon Park! Listen as we take in its splendor, try some special flights, and try to guess what the building was used as before it became a great place to hang. We then chat about the importance of cup holders,…

H and Dave chat about what Bottled in Bond really means, why it's important, and what makes Kings County from NYC unique. They also share their experience in the unique distillery in Brooklyn's Navy Yards and a pretty incredible distillery tour. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to King's County Distillery03:11 Understanding Bottled in Bond06:12 The Dist…

Vegas Baby! We roll into Sin City to celebrate hot shooter Josiah Jenkins (Esq.) in the fourth ep of our 2024 Get Your Ass Out the Door Tour! He joins us to chat milestone birthdays, the benefits of an ice-cold yard dawg, and the highs and lows of gambling. We then break down our visit to the famous Golden Tiki to sip tropical beverages in a dark i…

While history has never been their strong suit, Dave and H explore the rich history and unique characteristics of Yellowstone Bourbon, produced by Limestone Branch Distillery. They discuss the distillery's origins, the Beam family's legacy in bourbon making, and their recent visit to the distillery, highlighting the personal touch and small-scale p…

The Village of Lisle's own Zach Thompson (Comedy Sportz, Improvised Shakespeare) gives us a tour of his town for the third ep of our 2024 Get Your Ass Out the Door Tour! We pop our bottles to his favorite watering hole, the Bubblehouse Brewing Company! He reveals why it's worth it to become a member, how to speak to pizza, and the joys of a 17-stop…

Dave and H sit down, pop the top off their first bottle from the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival, and debrief the best bits of the festival. From the pain of having to choose what bottles to bring back to Australia to the absolute pleasure of tasting the best bourbons in the world and meeting the people who make it, this episode is a wrap up and cel…

While you can't buy any bottles of the Lucky Seven expressions in Australia ... yet. The Aussie Bourbon Lovers have some stories about meeting they guys behind this great non-distiller producer (NDP) at Kentucky Bourbon Festival, who have a great backstory and some incredible bourbons. We're looking forward to seeing Lucky Seven bourbons Down Under…

Shakespeare Blood Oaths's own Orlando Lara (Twelfth Night, McGarnackle) is in studio to chat all about two special tequilas! We taste Tapatio Blanco, Hacienda Vieja, some agua frescas, and many more! Lando shares about growing up near the tequila homeland but not really drinking till he joined the Chicago improv scene. We snack on some homeland fav…

Green River Wheated is a fun Bourbon, and not just because the bottle is also a game (if you have a coin)... It's got a rich history (that we need to learn more about) and we love the flavours. The best news is that it recently became available here in Aus and is a cost-effective option for bourbon lovers to try. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gre…

Shakespeare Blood Oaths's own James Major (Twelfth Night) stops by to share his love of Oktoberfest Lagers! We sip on his fave, Waddle from Off Color Brewing & hear how he found his purpose while looking out over a body of water. We then compare #TallBoys with #ShortBoys, the best ice breakers for work situations, before tasting the first ever Cold…

H and Dave share a special pour of Stagg Jr, one of their favourite bottles while they try to pass on some of the knowledge that Drew Mayville, the Master Blender of Sazerac (Buffalo Trace) shared with them at an intimate tasting night in Melbourne. There are a few nuggets of gold about how to nose and taste, and a few stories too. Chapters 00:00 I…

Mature gentleman A.J. Miller (aka Mr. Bread) is back in studio to share a tiny can of the CBD/THC beverage Choom from Hopewell Brewing! We all share some of our earliest dank memories, possible Halloween costumes, National Parks, and wolf sanctuaries. A.J. then pops out his own extra drink and shares the best way to make sure your favorite song get…

Dave and H take a moment to enjoy the final drops of this Distiller's Row Single Barrel from Peerless, while they fire up for Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024. So many great brands and expressions from over 60 distilleries, along with a bunch of new things to learn and try. Chapters 00:00 Excitement for the Kentucky Bourbon Festival01:29 Discovering …

Dave and H enjoy sharing their version of the Blanton's single barrel story while they enjoy an expression made specially for the Australian market. Loads of interesting things about Warehouse H, the first single barrels that were bottled and those cool horsey stoppers on the beautiful bottles. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Blanton's Green Label B…

Our Best bud Andreas “Dre Dre” Tsironis stops by late night for his almost sixth episode! We're fighting summer covid and staying hydrated with Electrolit! We then talk about our classic sick beverages, late-night ice cream, our fave Bush, & which jellies are our jam. Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters, use the promo code: PopPop for 20% …

In a liquor store in San Francisco, a wonderful person sold Dave this rather heavy bottle. While it's not easy to get in Australia, it is an amazing pour because of the unique way the bourbon is aged in a Solera. While Dave and H do a poor job of explaining what a solera system is, it's fair to say the outcome has a unique flavour and it's a specia…

The Baked Boys begin their deep dive into the Costco Bakery and beyond with a party classic, Cake! Joined by the newest Baked Boy, Ashley Geron (CSZ) they talk signature dishes, why two birthday cakes aren't always better, and then go on a Frosting Crawl! Hopefully brought to you by an East Coast original, Caroline's Cakes. #BakeBiggerBaby #WhenIDi…

It could be the rabbit on the bottle, or it could be the story of the name and the respect it pays to the history of Kentucky Bourbon, or it could be the Honey Malted Barley. But this is a bottle that has a few stories for us. Settle in for a pour of a great bourbon from Nulu in Louisville. Chapters 00:00 The Name Difference: Rabbit Hole vs. Rabbit…

We make a Costco Connection with the hilarious Kate Cohen. She joins Josh and Rob to chat about home delivery from Costco.com, bum products, and make a brand new segment! #BuyBiggerBaby Originally aired April 8, 2021 Visit our Merch closet at https://poppinbottles.threadless.com!Door Poppin' Productions

Dave and H think this might be the world's most awarded bourbon, and it's hiding in a very boring bottle and it's super easy to get in Australia. They share some stories and thoughts about this banger and ask, is it cherry or orange ... or both? Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Bottle Shape03:19 Flavour Profile and Smooth Finish04:24 Suitable for Be…

1/2 Scottish lad Garrett Kelly (Devil's Daughter) is back for a threepeat! He's in studio to share some of his small batch Micil Irish Whiskey! He recalls visiting the land of is ancestors, playing bar trivia, and his hot dog thoughts. We then drop mberrys, taste three flavors of Oberon Sunshine Shandy, and let our fears lead to anger with cookies.…

In our second "2024 Get Your Ass Out the Door" episode, Josh and Rob are joined by friend of the show Todd Page (Malarkey Comedy)! The trio travels down to boys town to visit one of Todd's favorite bars: CELLBLOCK! They discuss the atmosphere, themed nights, speciality drinks, and why there's no ladies room. Also, here's the Simpson's clip that Rob…

It's not every day that one of the global icons of bourbon comes to Australia, so when Dave spent half an hour with Eddie Russell, Wild Turkey's Master Distiller, in the South Yarra IGA (a convenience store), it was a very special Tuesday afternoon. Join Dave and H as they enjoy some of Eddie's Wild Turkey 101 and share some stories too. Chapters 0…

Buffalo Trace Distillery's wheated mashbill is the recipe of one of the most sought after bourbons in the world, Pappy Van Winkle, and its the same 'juice' as this quite accessible bourbon that you can get your hands on here in Australia. Dave and H discuss this 'Special Reserve' expression of Weller and why it's so approachable. Chapters 00:00 Int…

Hotlanta's own Isabella Weiss (Malarkey Comedy) drops by to share her love of Minute Maid Kids+ Orange Juice and local fave Eris Pedestrian Hard Cider. She lets us know the perils of salad for breakfast, her secret tip for digesting eggs, and dating with Covid, and why the Coca-Cola museum isn't as fun as it used to be. We then talk about drinking …

When Dave and H found themselves at the distillery on the very day that Woodford released their extremely limited 2022 Distillery Series Honey Barrel bottles, they thought they'd hit the jackpot. Join them as they taste this extremely rare bottle and talk about how the flavours of the honey barrel finish weren't quite what they were expecting. Chap…

Past and future guest Todd Page joins us for this mini ep! He helps us guess who else was born on the 4th of July and the top ten beverages in America. Have a safe and happy holiday! Visit our Merch closet at https://poppinbottles.threadless.com!Door Poppin' Productions

Elijah Craig's name echoes through the legends of bourbon, and some suggest he as the father of bourbon - in fact, they put that on the front of this bottle. For an easy-to-get bourbon (for Aussies), this is a great pour to enjoy. Uniquely, this bourbon spends between 8-12 years in the barrel which we think gives it some lovely complexity to those …

New returning guest Marybeth Kram (Clued In) gets the party started with her love of Long Beach Iced Tea! We chat about college drinks, revisit some classic segments, and then play a dumb game of Smooth with #Bobby2Shots. Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters, use the promo code: PopPop for 20% off your entire order! Originally aired Novembe…

For us, it's one of the Bourbon's that started it all on one fateful night in NYC. There is lots more to it than just one of the most eye-catching bourbon bottles on the market. And it's not to hard to get your hands on in Australia. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Love it or Hate it of Willett Pot Still Bourbon01:01 The Unique Bottle Shape and…

We have lots of fond memories of Woodford Reserve and the memories started years ago. A visit to the distillery, a cocktail in their bar (or made at home) or just a neat pour of this infamous bourbon has plenty to offer. Some iconic master distillers have made this incredible brand one of Australia's favourite premium bourbons. While there are plen…

It all started when a dad wanted to celebrate the birth of his daughter. What could be more wholesome than that?! But the range of bourbons that are now represented, of which the four grain is the 'baby', certainly has shown how good these bourbons are, and the growth that the Penelope brand has experienced shows the appetite in the market for this…

Florida's own Alonso Ramirez (Birdlady, Clued-In) stops by the studio to share his love of Yoo-hoo, Diet Dr Pepper, and Spring Water! He tells us about the perils of an open bar and getting tattoo art from Wikipedia. He then recalls Wawa trips, becoming an adult in the soda aisle, and learning from a Water Sommelier Brought to you by Littlefoot Cof…

There is so much that can be said about Buffalo Trace, so we won't say too much. Buffalo Trace is an iconic bourbon distillery in America known for its wide range of bourbons, from affordable to expensive. It is one of the few distilleries that stayed open during prohibition and has a long history. One of our favourite things about Freddie in the d…

The 1910 expression of Old Forester isn't easy to get down under, but you can find bottles. It's double oaked and has flavours of maple, honey, vanilla, and brown sugar. We think of Old Forester for its consistent butterscotch-ey flavours and we think of it as a dessert-like bourbon. It can be difficult to find in Australia, but worth trying if you…

Minnesota's own Molly Ruffner (Kohl's Cash, Burlesque is More) takes a break from puppet shows to talk Sprite! She shares how to keep a sweet addiction at bay and why no sugar is BS. We hear about her catching baseball fever at a young age and what beverage is best after any sports game. We then learn about Frog Water, Snickers Salad, and list our …

Maker's Mark 46 is a wheated bourbon that undergoes a unique finishing process. It is made by adding 10 French oak staves to a barrel of Maker's Mark bourbon and leaving it in a limestone cave for a longer period of time. Margie Samuels, the wife of the original Maker's Mark creator, Bill, played a significant role in the brand's development, inclu…

Recent birthday reveler, Nicole Vespa (Voila! The Improvised Musical) drops by to spill the tea on her go-to party pleaser, a Margarita Shandy and her favorite brew Kirin Ichiban! She talks all about becoming a baking wizard during lockdown and getting super at Duo Lingo. We then chat all about international travel, climbing in videogames, and meet…

Michigan’s own Jackie Wiles (She’s Boygan) stops by to share her love of that great American IPA, Bell's Two-Hearted! We try a couple of flavors and she reveals how this beer was too sophisticated when she started drinking. She then gives us tips on how to help a friend relax when drinking and we mourn the loss of heads on tummies. Brought to you b…

Rob and Josh go double solo as they welcome back their original format! Josh talks about traveling abroad with his former housemate plus his current roommate. He shares some trip highlights, brings something fun to drink, and quizzes Rob about Grabowski's around the world. Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters, use the promo code: PopPop for…

Human sunbeam Sarah Shockey (Marty & Sarah Love Wrestling) is back in studio to talk religion and weedy lemonade! She shares her thoughts on the DMB "incident", winking mayors, and the top movies of all time (2001). We then rank some rootbeers & play some dumb games! Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters, use the promo code: PopPop for 20% o…

As FRY GUYS comes to an end, we welcome back the wonderful Kate "Crisp" Cohen (Comedy Sportz, Trapped in a Musical) to try some Jewel Tater Babies! We discuss the Chicken section of your local jewel, buffets, LOTRs, and why food shouldn't have smiles. This episode is brought to you by LITTLEFOOT COFFEE ROASTERS. Use promo code POPPOP at check out t…

Josh and Rob take over to talk about their favorite fries. But we needed a third heat so we tricked Erin Elmore to joins us again! We talk Wingstop Fries, Wendy's Fries, McDonald's, movie trivia, and why lists are silly. Like books? Click here! This episode is brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters. Use promo code POPPOP at check out to save …