The Hard Proof
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The Hard Proof isn’t just a show about spirits and alcohol, it’s a gathering place for people who appreciate the stories, the craft, and the culture woven through the bottles we pour and the memories we share.
Created as a resource for Patton House members and all curious spirits fans, the show goes well beyond tasting notes and bottle talk. It’s where conversations about rare bourbons blend into stories about legendary athletes, iconic films, classic vinyl, collectible treasures, and the grit and heart of American heritage.
We’re here to cut through the noise; no marketing smoke and mirrors, no uptight tasting rooms. Just real people, talking about the things we love: a good pour, a game-winning play, a piece of music that stopped us in our tracks, a vintage neon sign with a story, or a well-worn pair of boots that’s seen more than most.
Whether you’re a spirits collector, a sports fan, a history buff, or someone who just wants to enjoy good company over meaningful conversations, The Hard Proof is your kind of show.
So pour yourself a glass, pull up a chair, and let’s talk spirits, stories, and everything in between, one pour at a time.
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Thank you for all your years of listening, supporting, and spreading the word about our show. This journey has gone far beyond our greatest expectations, and it's all thanks to you. Cheers!Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's with a heavy heart that we announce the Blue Collar Bourbon Show will be ending March 29th, 2023. Thank you for your continued support over the nearly 5 years we have been on this journey, it means the world to us.Learn More:Hotline: (888) 572-3889 - Press 2, and leave a messageBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week we're taking a virtual tour of a viral speakeasy! Join us as we chat with our friend Sterling about he and his wife's hidden-door speakeasy, the R-Bar!Learn More:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_r_barBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Despite Mind-Games-Madness and D-Rock's complications, the guys still manage to agree on something... Heck, they might just agree on everything!Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Friday is here! And so is a new limited offering from our good friends at Woodford Reserve. Join us for our review of the 2022 Master's Collection Historic Barrel Entry Bourbon.Learn More:Woodford Reserve: https://www.woodfordreserve.comBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
JP brings the pours and the wonderings this week! We'd love to hear D-Rock's thoughts on the Wildcard Wondering, but he's busy... getting an oil change? Guess the show must go on!Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
So nice we had to have it twice! Our friends at Old Line Spirits sent us their Single Malt Whiskey for us to try, and even though we fluffed with it a few weeks back, we enjoyed it so much we had to record a bonus about it. It's also JP's first time tasting it, so will it join the list of single malts he hates, or break through to be a buy?Learn More:Old Line Spirits: https://www.oldlinespirits.comBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In true D-Rock fashion, nothing can ever be simple. Whether it's introducing a try-scale, or flipping the fluffer on it's head, no part of the Blue Collar Bourbon Show is safe from his shenanigans! Well... except maybe Choose Your Cheers...Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mail-call! Our dear friends at Barrell Craft Spirits have sent us their latest offering, Barrell Bourbon Batch 34, for review. This high proof bourbon is bound to be delicious, but will that taste justify the high price tag? Tune in to find out!Learn More:Barrell Craft Spirits: https://www.barrellbourbon.comBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week we are joined by Jordan Tice of the bluegrass quartet Hawktail! After a new gameshow from the mad mind of JD, we blind Jordan on some blue-collar pours. Does JD dare to trash an episode with a special guest? Tune in to find out!Learn More:Hawktail: https://www.padiddlerecords.com/hawktailBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We may be short on hosts this week, but we're certainly not short on fantastic pours! Join us for a special bonus where friend of the show "JR" brings in some of his favorite "less than blue collar" pours for us to taste and review.Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's Wildcard Week at Blue Collar Bourbon, and this time he's teamed up with Beer Boi to bring a little something special! Also, JD has had enough with AI...Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From D-Rock's very own personal collection, join us for our review of Buffalo Trace's limited offering: The Old Charter Oak French Oak Bourbon. Will we give it a oui oui or a non? Tune in and find out!Learn More:Old Charter Oak: https://www.oldcharteroak.com/story/frenchBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
D-Rock shakes things up this week with some truly unique pours! Also, JP and JD team up to bring a "wildcard wondering" to the table.Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join us for an extra-hot mail call, as we review the latest Larceny Barrel Proof offering from our friends at Heaven Hill.Learn More:Heaven Hill: https://heavenhilldistillery.comBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mind games aren't the only games being played today. Join us as JD brings not only the pours, but a whole new segment to the show!Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week our friends at Corazón sent us their latest offerings from the Expresiones lineup! Join us for our review of these fine tequilas rested in Eagle Rare 17 Year and Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Barrels.Learn More:Corazón: https://www.tequilacorazon.comBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New Year, same Wildcard! This week, JP brought us two new left-of-center pours to blind us on, one of which we think may have been distilled artificial intelligence?Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New Year, new bourbon! Join us for our review of Barrell's latest offering, the Barrell Bourbon New Year 2023.Learn More:Barrell Craft Spirits: https://www.barrellbourbon.comBlue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
After a brief holiday hiatus, we are back in business! This week D-Rock is bringing the pours. Will he trash the new year or ring it in with a couple of buys? Join us to find out!Learn More:Blue Collar Bourbon: https://linktr.ee/bluecollarbourbonLasting Media: https://linktr.ee/lastingmediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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