Welcome back to Bottle in Bond, where good friends, good stories, and good whiskey always meet. In this episode, Travis and Lee crack open two classic Bottled-in-Bond icons—Benchmark Bonded and Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond—and put them head-to-head in true BIB fashion.

From tasting notes to industry history, we break down what makes a “Bottled in Bond” bourbon special: the strict standards, the flavor punch, and why this old-school designation still stands strong in a world full of trendy finishes and boutique bottles. Expect plenty of laughs, a few surprises, and maybe even a heated debate or two (because what’s a BIB episode without some friendly trash-talk?).

And as always, we bring it home with a message of faith, hope, and the Gospel of Christ—because just like a good Bottled-in-Bond bourbon, the truth of Jesus is pure, consistent, and always worth coming back to.

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In Part 3 of our Shortbarrel series, Lee and Travis are back at the Shortbarrel Distillery in Norcross, GA — and this time, they're tasting something truly special. Join us as Sam and Co-Owner Patrick pour their newest release, the long-awaited Tokaji Bourbon.

Recorded on location inside the distillery, this episode dives deep into the craftsmanship, story, and flavor behind this unique Tokaji-finished bourbon. From the honey-kissed notes of the Hungarian wine casks to the rich character that only Shortbarrel can create, this tasting session is one you don’t want to miss.

Expect laughs, storytelling, behind-the-scenes insights, and a whole lot of good bourbon talk. If you love rare releases, distillery vibes, and honest reactions — Part 3 delivers.

Special Guests:

Sam, Head of Shortbarrel Operations

Patrick, Co-Owner of Shortbarrel

Location:

Shortbarrel Distillery – Norcross, Georgia

In Part Two of our on-location series at Shortbarrel Distillery, we dive deeper into the heart of what makes this brand truly special. Sam and Co-Owner Patrick sit down with us to share the untold origin story of Shortbarrel—how it started, the early dreams, the hurdles, and the hilarious (and sometimes chaotic) moments that shaped the craft behind their award-winning bourbon.

From late-night experiments and first-batch mishaps to the traditions that guide their flavor profiles today, this episode is rich with authentic storytelling, passion, and the kind of behind-the-scenes candor you only get when you’re talking to the guys who built it.

Whether you’re a bourbon nerd, a casual sipper, or just love a good story, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Grab a glass, sit back, and enjoy the journey.