14: Falling For April Fools - Was Whiskey to Blame?

It's April, Fools! Scott pulls one over on Michael and Jake for April Fools Day in embarrassing fashion. We also continue the Tournament of Whiskey, completing our 1st round of 16 whiskies.  We announce the Elite 8 of our tournament. Listen along as we give a full recap of our notes on each whiskey and why we advanced each one to the next round. There were definitely some surprises in this tournament so stay tuned to see what advanced and which were upset early!

The Elite Eight is set: 

• From last week's episode:
  • Weller Special Reserve
  • Michter's Toaster Barrel Bourbon
  • Weller 12 Year
  • Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
• From this week's tasting
  • Peerless Rye 3 Year Single Barrel
  • Angel's Envy Oloroso Sherry Cask Finished
  • Weller Antique 107
  • Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye

Show Links:
Henry McKenna Losing its Designations (APRIL FOOLS!)

Tournament of Whiskey (Full Bracket)

 

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