This week we’re joined by Zach and Jessica Zimlich of ZAK Cooperage, the family behind some of the most trusted barrels in the whiskey world. They break down how their barrels are made, what makes their process unique, and why the right wood can make or break a great bourbon.

Then the wheel comes out…

The sample that lands is a total hit And of course, Dan ends up wishing he’d bought a bottle when he had the chance (especially since the sender literally told him to). Regret never tasted so good.

It’s educational, it’s hilarious, and it’s full of those behind-the-scenes details you don’t normally get to hear.

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Neat Plans & Pour Decisions - Ep. 28 - Short Barrel "Fire In The Hole"

This week the guys uncork a monster from Short Barrel’s Single Barrel / Hazmat Series: “Fire in the Hole,” a barrel-proof straight bourbon tipped at 141 proof. According to Short Barrel, these single barrels are 6 years or older, with mash bills and proofs chosen by barrel selection.

This is not a mellow pour. It’s bold, dark, intense—yet the guys actually dig it.
And the wheel? It’s cooperating. Someone pinch us we must be dreaming!

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This week, the guys welcome Paul Weldon, General Manager of Louisville’s "Best Liquor Barn", and he’s bringing the heat! Paul shows up with a few exclusive Liquor Barn barrel picks that instantly set the tone — rare pours, big flavor, and plenty of laughs along the way.

But the fun doesn’t stop there — when it’s time to spin the wheel, everyone’s tasting notes (sort of) line up for once… and they might just be on a roll!

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This week, the guys are joined by special guest Jack Beguedou, better known online as @Hood_Sommelier — a whiskey educator, industry voice, and content creator known for breaking down bourbon culture with style, knowledge, and authenticity.

Jack brings along a Weller Antique squat bottle, a pour that’s always a crowd favorite. From deep whiskey talk and industry insights to hilarious off-the-cuff moments, this episode brings a fresh and unfiltered perspective on what makes the bourbon world so fascinating.

And when the Blind Wheel spins? Let’s just say the guys actually love what it gives them this time.

🔥 Great whiskey. Great conversation. A whole new angle on the industry you won’t want to miss.


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This week on Neat Plans & Pour Decisions we welcome Russ Smith—Louisville basketball legend—and Cecy Linzey, the duo behind Mr. and Mrs. Bourbon Company. They bring along a few special expressions, including a limited-edition collector’s release "Don't Move". It's a robust and subtly sweet Wheated Bourbon in collaboration with James Murray of Impractical Jokers new movie "Don't Move" hitting theaters soon!

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You Can Get the Novel Here:
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Wild Turkey Master's Keep Beacon

The guys sit down with the newest release from Wild Turkey’s Master’s Keep series, a bottle called Beacon that’s rumored to be the final chapter in the line. From the first sip, it’s clear this one is special—and so good that the crew feels bold enough to throw out the claim of Whiskey of the Year.

Then, in a surprising twist, the Blind Wheel decides to play nice for the second week in a row, serving up another pour the guys actually enjoy. Could this be a streak of good luck, or is the wheel turning over a new leaf?

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This week the guys crack into one of the newest shelf releases hitting the whiskey world — the 1792 Cognac Finish. From the very first sip it’s clear this pour is packing serious dessert vibes: big vanilla, sweet oak, and a bread-pudding richness that keeps you coming back for another taste.

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The guys crack open Jefferson’s Reserve Limited Edition Cask Strength—a pour that brings warm baking spice flavors, balance, and a surprisingly approachable price for such a big whiskey. But does it live up to the hype?

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