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What happens when a firefighter, a DIY obsession, and one life-changing decision collide?
GolfCask Founder Brian Bailie sits down with Alex Colby, owner and head distiller of Blue Shepherd Spirits in Luray, Virginia, to uncover the story behind one of Virginia's most unique nano distilleries. Joined by GolfCask Syndicate member Bo Hammond, we explore the craft, challenges, and passion behind making bourbon, rye, rum, gin, apple brandy, and Virginia's only locally crafted agave spirit.
From rebuilding an old auto shop into a thriving distillery to creating whiskey with "the distiller's fingerprint," this conversation is packed with behind-the-scenes stories, distilling insights, and plenty of laughs.
If you love craft whiskey, small-town distilleries, and the people who make them special, this is one you won't want to miss.
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In this edition, we take a journey through golf, cigars, travel, and the stories that connect them.
First, Dr. Mike Grevlos imagines a letter from philosopher Søren Kierkegaard to the modern golfer, exploring anxiety, expectation, and the search for authenticity on the golf course. Then we light up the legendary Amazon Basin cigar and discover why it's become one of the most sought-after smokes for long summer evenings.
From there, we travel beneath the streets of Edinburgh to explore Sköll & Hati, a Norse mythology-inspired cocktail bar where storytelling and world-class drinks create an unforgettable experience. Finally, LPGA coach John Lewellen shares practical insights on one of golf's biggest frustrations: why great swings on the range often disappear once the round begins.
Whether you're a golfer, whiskey enthusiast, cigar lover, or traveler searching for your next adventure, there's something waiting for you on this flight.
🥃 Featured in this Episode:
⛳ A Letter from Søren Kierkegaard to the Modern Golfer
🚬 Amazon Basin Cigar Review
🍸 Sköll & Hati Cocktail Bar – Edinburgh, Scotland
🏌️ From the Range to the Course with John Lewellen
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✈️ GolfCask Flight – Hot Summer Nights EditionThis month's Flight takes you from scorching fairways to Irish links, boutique cigar lounges, and a whiskey house built around friendship.☀️ Joe Hallett shares practical lessons on surviving summer golf, revealing why shade may be the most overlooked club in your bag when temperatures climb.⛳ Lorcan O'Connor proves that sometimes the best thing for your golf game is stepping away from it. Fresh off his honeymoon, he returns to tournament golf at Royal Portrush and discovers that years of preparation don't disappear after a few weeks away.💨 Jason Allen explores the rise of boutique cigars and why today's golfers, whiskey drinkers, and cigar enthusiasts are seeking craftsmanship, character, and stories over familiar labels.🥃 Brian Bailie visits the Lost Whiskey Co. House, where WCRR—Whiskey, Cigars, Rest & Relaxation—reminds us that the best pours are often shared with great people around a table full of stories.Four articles. One summer issue. Endless reasons to pour a dram, light a cigar, and enjoy the journey.Spark. Sip. Swing. .#GolfCask #GolfCaskFlight #HotSummerNights #GolfAndWhiskey #LostWhiskey #CigarLife #LinksGolf #GolfTravel

Tonight on The Syndicate Select Pairing Show, the crew dives into a smoky, hilarious, and surprisingly deep pairing session featuring the Leaf by Oscar Maduro cigar and two Old Raleigh blended American whiskeys. What starts as a simple tasting quickly turns into debates about retrohales, lawn stripes, putt-putt golf, and whether anyone’s dumb enough to light the cigar’s outer wrapper.
The Leaf by Oscar Maduro steals the spotlight with rich espresso, cocoa, cream, and black pepper notes that evolve throughout the smoke — exactly what a good Maduro should do. Paired alongside Old Raleigh’s cigar blend whiskey and barrel proof bourbon, the conversation explores how whiskey and cigars transform each other when matched correctly. Sweetness softens bitterness, spice sharpens flavor, and every sip changes the smoke.
More than tasting notes, this episode captures what cigar and whiskey culture is really about: slowing down, sharing stories, laughing with friends, and enjoying the ritual. Because nobody remembers every flavor note the next morning — but they remember the laughs, the smoke-filled room, and the pours shared along the way.
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Welcome to the audiobook edition of GolfCask Whiskey University: Irish Whiskey. This immersive journal takes you deep into the history, culture, craftsmanship, and character of Irish whiskey—from the rugged landscapes of the Green Isle to the grain, mash, yeast, and distillation processes that shape every pour. Along the way, you’ll meet the faces behind the spirit, explore the traditions that built Ireland’s whiskey legacy, and gain a beginner-friendly understanding of how Irish whiskey became one of the world’s most beloved styles. Whether you’re a seasoned whiskey drinker or someone who still thinks “peat” is a golf divot problem, this audiobook blends storytelling, education, and GolfCask personality into a smooth listening experience best enjoyed with a dram in hand. Sláinte.