59: Bourbon, Bootleggers, and the Kentucky Derby

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Kentucky’s Liquid Gold: A Cultural Journey

Can’t tell your bourbon from your whiskey? Don’t know why mint juleps and the Kentucky Derby go hand-in-hand? This week, we pour a glass of Kentucky’s liquid history and track how these spirits shaped American culture. Join us for this spirited conversation just in time for Derby weekend.

Listen in as we talk about:

  • The key differences between whiskey, bourbon, and moonshine
  • The origin story of the Kentucky Derby’s famous mint julep
  • How bourbon production influenced Kentucky’s cultural identity
  • Traditional Derby celebrations beyond the racing

So, grab your silver julep cup, put on your favorite Derby hat, and listen in as we toast to Kentucky’s rich bourbon heritage!

Piece of pecan pie on white plate with fork. On top of an orange tablecloth.
Bourbon Bacon Pecan Pie with a Whole Wheat Crust

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