S03E09 WftA – Whiskey History: Indulgence and Temperance in 18-19th Century America

S03E09 WftA – Whiskey History: Indulgence and Temperance in 18-19th Century America

In this, the ninth WftA podcast episode of Series 3, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian discuss the history of drinking in America and the insane amount of whiskey our forefathers consumed. All this drinking led to the temperance and women’s suffrage movements and then Prohibition. Along the way, they sip on some historically significant whiskies.

And as always, the WftA panel shares their opinions on several news stories and suggest some whiskies to scavenge for as well.

Tap now to learn how Indulgence and Temperance shaped 18th – 19th century America.

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S03E07 WftA – Old Forester Distillery

S03E07 WftA – Old Forester Distillery

In this episode, host Hannah Dawson leads the discussion on the history behind Old Forester Distillery. Along the way, she and fellow Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora and Brian share their thoughts on four Old Forester whiskies

● Old Forester 86
● Old Forester 1870
● Old Forester 1920
● Old Forester Rye

The WftA Team will also discuss some recent happenings in the whiskey world and suggest some new whiskies to add to your scavenger hunt.

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S03E06 WftA – Blind Tasting with Greg Walters

S03E06 WftA – Blind Tasting with Greg Walters

In this episode, Whiskey for the Ages editors Elora, Hannah and Brian welcome friend of the show, Greg Walters. Greg is the author of Whiskey Tap, as well as many other weekly newsletters and podcasting ventures.

During the nearly three and a half hour show, Greg’s nose and palate are greeted and put to the test with whiskies from six different genres:

  • Rye
  • Scotch
  • American Single Malt
  • Common Bourbon
  • High Proof Wheated Bourbon
  • Finished Bourbon 

Along the way a wide variety of topics are discussed, both non- and whiskey related. And as always, the WftA panel gives their opinions on several news stories and suggests some whiskies to scavenge for as well. This is a GREAT road-trip episode … Listen in as the craziness ensues by tapping on an icon below.

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