The Bourbon Playbook

By: Ryan O'Leary and Mike Zika
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  • Summary

  • Welcome to The Bourbon Playbook, the podcast where friends, family, and the smoothest of brown spirits come together for good conversation and great bourbon. Each episode, we dive deep into the world of whiskey, exploring a different bourbon of the week. From live sips and tasting notes to fascinating history and fun stories, we bring the distilling craft to life in the most relaxed way possible — just like kicking back with old friends in the basement. Whether you're a bourbon connoisseur or just looking to learn more, this show has something for everyone. Grab your glass and join the conversation with new episodes every Tuesday!

    Tune in for:

    • Bourbon of the Week: A new bottle to explore every episode
    • Live Sips: Real-time tastings and flavor breakdowns
    • Whiskey Wisdom: Fun facts, history, and stories from the bourbon world
    • Spirited banter: Engaging conversations on life, family and sports

    So pour yourself a dram, and let’s make some memories one sip at a time on The Bourbon Playbook!
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Episodes
  • The Distiller Who Shaped Bourbon’s Future

    The Distiller Who Shaped Bourbon’s Future
    Dec 17 2024

    In this week's episode of the Bourbon Playbook, Ryan O'Leary and Mike Zika cover a special pour from the E.H. Taylor Jr. collection. The Colonel is a pivotal figure in the bourbon industry that every enthusiast should know, and the guys discuss his story while sharing laughs and sipping on some of sweet notes.

    In this episode:

    2:00 — Personal Pours of the Week

    12:00 — Bourbon of the Week

    20:00 — History

    26:00 — Tasting notes

    32:00 — E5 Scale Rating

    40:00 — Small cube vs. large cube in bourbon glass
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    44 mins
  • Tasting 125: An Elite Full Proof Bourbon Experience

    Tasting 125: An Elite Full Proof Bourbon Experience
    Dec 10 2024

    In this week's episode of The Bourbon Playbook, Ryan O'Leary and Mike Zika introduce the Essential 5 Scale, a fun way to categorize your favorite bourbons and ensure you have the right bottles for every occasion. Zika then attempts to put lightweight Ryan in a bodybag with a bold, full proof Bourbon of the Week that packs a serious a punch.

    In this episode:

    01;32 — Personal Pours of the Week

    12:20 — Bourbon of the Week

    15:00 — Introducing the E5 Scale

    22:20 — History

    23:53 — Popping the bottle

    27:20 — Tasting notes

    31:25 — What makes this full proof bourbon unique

    Support the pod:

    Spread the word, leave a 5-star review and subscribe on your favorite platform! Connect with the guys by emailing thebasementbuzz@gmail.com. We'll feature your bourbon questions on a future episode!

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    51 mins
  • Less is More: The Art of Small Batch Perfection

    Less is More: The Art of Small Batch Perfection
    Dec 3 2024

    In this week's episode of The Bourbon Playbook, Ryan O'Leary and Mike Zika discuss why small batch bourbons are worth the hype! The guys sip on a Bourbon of the Week that could quickly become a favorite for those seeking a refined sip with some rich history.

    In this episode:

    1:28 — What typically goes down at a bourbon meet up

    7:45 — Bourbon pours of the week

    17:48 — The Art of Small Batch Bourbon

    20:40 — Bourbon of the Week History

    26:02 — Tasting notes

    31:09 — Zika's hat gets O'Leary all hot and bothered
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    35 mins

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