Bourbon Pursuit 436 - Is Big Bourbon Just Better? on Bourbon Community Roundtable #87
Nov 16, 2023
The podcast discusses why a few big bourbon brands dominate the conversation despite the abundance of distilleries. They explore factors like accessibility, marketing strategies, and the quality debate between big bourbon and craft. They also touch on the rise of mocktails and alcohol-free spirits, the need for reform in the drug industry, and the importance of a reliable point of sales system. The hosts plan for future episodes, including a blind tasting event and a special holiday episode.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Rise of Mocktails and Alcohol-Free Spirits
01:34 • 6min
Community Roundtable Discussion and Planning for the Weekend
07:19 • 5min
Big Bourbon vs Craft Bourbon: Perception and Popularity
12:08 • 10min
Reforming the Drug Industry: Lessons from Big Bourbon
22:35 • 14min
The Importance of a Reliable Point of Sales System and Celebration of American Whiskey
37:01 • 2min
Reducing Barriers to Accessing Bourbon
39:06 • 18min
Discussion of Blind Tasting and Future Episodes
56:47 • 2min