Join us on our latest episode where we talk all things Bourbon County. Not about the actual county in Kentucky, but about the glorious liquid produced once a year from Goose Island Brewery in the form of their Bourbon County Brand Stout. In this episode we talk about the upcoming releases from the Bourbon County Brand portfolio and we also revisit …

Join us on our latest episode where we try beer from the now closed, Eighth State Brewing. In this episode we try two limited releases, with one being the last beer bottled by Eighth State. Are they good? Is it worth the price tag? What happened to this hyped brewery that led to it's closing? Watch (or listen) as we share our opinions with you. htt…

Join us on our latest episode where we try a new beer release from Barn Town Brewing, Peanut Butter Pickle Tickle pickle beer (say that 5 times fast). The beer reviewed is a variant of Barn Town's famous State Fair Pickle Tickle beer with an added creamy peanut butter flavor for their take on an odd snack! Just how good is this beer? Is it even dri…

Join us on this episode where we venture outside of our comfort zone and learn all about cooking with cannabis. We also talk about the benefits and alternative uses including THC, CBD, Delta 8 and 9. This is part two in a two part episode. We are joined on this episode by our good friend and chef, Pierre Swain. Sit back and enjoy this first part of…

**Extended Cut** Join us on this episode where we venture outside of our comfort zone and learn all about cooking with cannabis. We also talk about the benefits and alternative uses including THC, CBD, Delta 8 and 9. We are joined on this episode by our good friend and chef, Pierre Swain. Sit back and enjoy this first part of a two part series abou…

Join us on this episode where we venture outside of our comfort zone and learn all about cooking with cannabis. We also talk about the benefits and alternative uses including THC, CBD, Delta 8 and 9. We are joined on this episode by our good friend and chef, Pierre Swain. Sit back and enjoy this first part of a two part series about all things cann…

Join us on this episode where we try the first release from the Grain to Glass series by Heaven Hill. The inception of this series began in 2017, with Heaven Hill partnering with two like-minded companies, Beck’s Hybrids and Peterson Farms, "taking quality and transparency one step further – starting with the seed." We are reviewing the first editi…

Join us on our latest episode where we try an exclusive beer from Private Press Brewing. Private Press is a member only brewery based out of Santa Cruz, CA that focuses only on barrel aged beers (imperial stouts and barleywines). This endeavor is a one man show, led by Brad Clark (formerly of Jackie O's Brewing out of Ohio). The beer reviewed is Mi…

Join us on this episode where we try the latest bourbon releases from Maker's Mark. The 2024 Release of Cellar Aged is a blend of 12- and 13-year-old barrels to achieve the taste vision for a brighter, fruiter and more complex Maker’s Mark per Maker's Mark website. Is it worth the price tag? Is it better than the 2023 version? What's the history of…

Join us on our latest episode where we try beer from the greatest brewery ever to be featured in Playboy. In this episode we try a very special release from famed brewery, Cantillon from Belgium. Moeder Lambic Fontainas Cuvee X Browsel is a blend of 2, 3 and 4 year old gueuze and was exclusively available at a wine and lambic pairing tasting at the…

Join us on our latest episode where we try booze made from other booze's trash...or Grappa. What is this drink we are reviewing you may ask. Grappa is made by distilling the pomace (a blend of grape seeds, stalks, and stems) leftover from the wine-making process. Is this drink good? Is it worth the price tag? Should booze be made from other booze's…

Join us on our latest episode where we try cocktails seen on some of our favorite tv shows. For this one we visit our friends at Amazin' Grazin' in Mt. Sterling, KY. We are joined on the episode by our special guest and one of the proprietors, Wes Harris. With a some cameos by bartender, Dana. Wes and Rachelle have built a great local bar and resta…

Join us on our latest episode where we track down and try rye whiskey finished in one of the rarest barrels in the world. On this episode we try Raconteur Rye, a whiskey collaboration from David Jennings (RareBird 101) and James Symons (from the Woodwork Collective). This limited edition release is composed of the following straight rye whiskeys: 9…

Join us as we track down and try some of the newest releases from Side Project Brewing. These limited releases are both collaborations with Hair of The Dog Brewing Company out of Portland, OR. After 29 years of paving the way for the craft beer landscape we see today, Alan Sprints (Brewer, Sumo Fan, Chef and Top Dog) decided it was time to move on.…

Join us on our latest episode where we track down and try vodka made from sheep's milk. Blacklion Vodka is based in the United Kingdom as has recently made it's way to the US via distribution. This extremely unusual spirit is made from the discarded whey in cheese production. The cheese coming from Valais Blacknose sheep. The company’s founders, Ti…

Join us on our latest episode where we track down and try Al Capone's favorite beer! Was Al Capone alive when this beer was made? Did Al Capone like beer? Was he a good guy? Watch (and listen) and find out for yourself as we answer at least one of these questions...maybe. In this episode we review Barrel Aged Seismic Overlay from Whiskey Hill Brewi…

Join us as we track down and try the latest limited edition offering, Distillery Series Selection #13 from Jack Daniel’s. This one is currently only available at the distillery and is a twice-barreled Tennessee Rye Whiskey. Is it worth it? Only one way to find out... New episode. New name and logo. Same awesome (debatable) co-hosts Matt and Jason! …

Join us as we track down and try the national spirit of Columbia, Aguardiente. The beverage (also knows as guaro) is a clear, anise-flavored liquor made from distilled sugar cane. Is it worth it? Does it taste like fire water? Only one way to find out... New episode. New name and logo. Same awesome (debatable) co-hosts Matt and Jason! https://en.wi…

Join us as we track down and try the first ever hefeweizen whiskey from BAHNBRËCKER. Is it worth it? Only one way to find out... This is our first episode under our updated name (Arsenic Culture) with the new logo, so we felt it fitting to just be hosted by the 2 hosts with the mosts...Matt and Jason! https://www.bahnbrecker.com/ https://www.instag…

Join us as we track down and try the 5 Year Anniversary Barrel Aged Stout from Phase Three Brewing. Is it worth it? Only one way to find out... Joining us again on this episode is a jack of all trades and a master of some (probably), our good friend Sam! https://www.instagram.com/phasethreebrew/p/C6wPEPmLclz/ https://untappd.com/b/phase-three-brewi…

Join us as we take a trip down memory road to 1974. We just happened to acquire a bottle of Old Taylor (86 proof) bourbon bottled that year. Where did we find this diamond in the rough? You could say it fell out of the sky...or ceiling. Joining us on this episode is a jack of all trades and a master of some (probably), our good friend Sam! *Due to …

Join us as we track down and try the Anniversary Box Set from Side Project Brewing. Is it worth it? Only one way to find out... Special guest on this episode, our friend Jade from Local Kentucky Bourbon and Bluegrass Barrel Pickers https://www.sideprojectbrewing.com/blogs/news/10-yr-raffle https://www.sideprojectbrewing.com/blogs/news/10-year-anniv…

What's a better gift than a bottle of Wild Turkey from the year you were born? Turns out not much, lol. Tune in to this episode where we gift our good friend, Jade with a bottle of Wild Turkey from the year he was born. Bonus: you get to see us struggle (again) with a nearly disintegrated cork that's over 30 year old. Bottle featured is a 1991 Wild…

Join us as we track down and try the first release from Bourbon Lore. This 18 barrel blend of Missouri Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the first of it's kind to ever be blended by Holladay Distillery. This offering has a 7 year age statement and was bottled at 118.6 proof. Per the press release, "This completely new expression is blended by some of the…

Join us as we track down and try some Doritos Vodka. This one comes from a collab between Empirical Spirits And Doritos. This release is an 84-proof clear liquor that actually smells and tastes like the real thing, minus the signature crunch per their press release. Tune in and see if it holds up to our tastes! Special guest on this episode, our fr…

Join us as we track down and try some Icelandic treats. Follow along as we try the national dish of Iceland which is of course, fermented shark (Hakarl) and the signature distilled beverage of Iceland which is nicknamed "The Black Death" (Brennivin). Special guest on this episode, our friend Brandon from Ethereal Brewing and The Void Sake Company f…

Have you ever wondered what the official (or unofficial) national spirit of Greece is? Of course you have! So join us as we explore Ouzo, the clear colored liqueur made from grape must. Is it smooth as silk? Is it just an apertif? Is Matt studying to be an actor? Check out this episode to find out all the answers! *probably Special guest on this ep…

Join us as we visit the brand new location for The Void Sake Company at 819 National Ave Ste 120 in Lexington, KY. Listen as we learn all about the wild and wonderful world of sake, sake seltzer and of course try a few pours too. Special guest on this episode, Justin LeVaughn, co-owner and Toji of The Void Sake Company. https://www.thevoidsake.com/…

Have you ever wanted a peak behind the scenes of the experience of picking a single barrel of bourbon? If so, now is your change to join us as we tell you all about the process. And of course we enjoy a few single barrel picks along the way. Including pours from past picks we've been a part of from Four Roses, NULU and Bulleit. Special guest on thi…

Join us as we try the Hardin's Creek Trio Sampler from the James B. Beam Distilling Co. Trying all three releases of Hardin's Creek from Freddie Noe side by side to see which one is the "best". Check it out and see (or hear on our podcast platforms) for yourself. Special guest on this episode, our friend Jade from Bluegrass Barrel Pickers and LKB. …

Join us as we try the latest release from Buffalo Trace, Traveller Whiskey. This new blended whiskey is a collaboration with Country Music Artist, Chris Stapleton. Is this hyped new release worth it? Watch (or listen) and see for yourself. Special guest on this episode, our friend Andrew from Liquor Barn. https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/our-…

Join us as we get a visit from Pappy (Van Winkle) Noel and get to try one of the rare releases from the Van Winkle lineup, Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye. Is this the best Christmas present we could hope for? Tune in and find out for yourself! Special guest on this episode, our friend Jade from LKB. https://www.oldripvanwinkle.com/whiskey/family-res…

Join us as we try one of the latest bourbon releases from Maker's Mark, the Maker's Mark Cellar Aged. Is this blend of 11 and 12 year old, high proof (115.7) offering from Maker's Mark the best bourbon of the year? Tune in to see for yourself. Special guest on this episode, our friend Anthony from The Mash Up Podcast. https://www.makersmark.com/en-…

Without a doubt, Elon Musk is one polarizing figure. No matter what your thought are about him, ya gotta respect when a company like TESLA makes a beer?! Join us as we open and review the CyberBeer from TESLA. Special guest on this episode, our friend Michael from Nolen Distribution. https://cyberbeer.tesla.com/ #beer #tesla #podcast #collab #beerr…

Join us once again as we introduce you to (possibly) the Best New Beer Fest. In this episode we tell you all about our experience at the 2023 Kill The Lights Beer Fest hosted by Xul Beer Company out of Knoxville, TN Special guest on this episode, our friend Jade from Local Kentucky Bourbon. https://xulbeer.com/ #beer #beerfest #podcast #ourcyniccul…

Join us as we try one "fancy ass cognac", A de Fussigny XO. Is it worth the price of admission? Tune in and find out! Special guest on this episode, our friend Anthony from The Mash Up Podcast. https://adefussigny.com/en/# #cognac #cognacreview #spirit #podcast #ourcynicculture #collab https://www.youtube.com/@arsenicculture https://instagram.com/a…

Join us as we branch out and try a store pick from the wild and wonderful world of tequila! This episode features a review of Maestro Dobel Diamante Reposado Tequila that was a store pick from one of our local stores, Liquor Barn. Special guest on this episode, our friend Andrew Hatfield (Assistant GM and Spirits Trainer for Liquor Barn) https://ma…

Join us as we try one of the latest editions from the Derivation line of barrel aged stouts from Side Project Brewing out of Maplewood, MO (STL area). Is Derivation, Blend 17 the best one yet? Tune in to find out! Special guest on this episode, our friend Andrew Hatfield (Assistant GM and Spirits Trainer for Liquor Barn) https://tinyurl.com/Derivat…

Join us as we try one of the latest bourbon releases, Gentleman's Cut. This is the first product from Steph Curry's venture, Game Changer Distillery and was a combined effort from Boone County Distilling Co. out of Independence, KY. Special guest on this episode, our friend Andrew Hatfield (Assistant GM and Spirits Trainer for Liquor Barn). https:/…

Join us as we track down and try down the best Rum in the world, as determined by Artificial Intelligence. Are the AI overlords correct? Tune in and find out for yourself! Special guest on this episode, our good friend Jade from LKB. https://www.zacaparum.com/en-us/rums/zacapa-xo #AIrecommended #bestofthebest #rum #rhum #podcast #rare #ourcyniccult…

Join us as we track down (and try) some of the best mead in the world?! On this episode we try Blue Suede Shews from Pips, The Heart of Darkness from Schramm's, Berserker from Melovino and Blackberry White from Superstition. Welcome to our 50th episode! Let's drink (and talk) some mead! Special guest on this episode, our good friend Jade from LKB. …

Join us as we track down and try down a can of Double Barrel VSOJ from Revolution Brewing out of Chicago, IL. Is this the best Barleywine ever made? Watch and see for yourself... Special guest on this episode, Michael Nolen of Nolen Distribution https://www.nolendistribution.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nolendistro/ https://www.facebook.com/nolen…

Join us as we try down a bottle Pernod Absinthe. Will it make us hallucinate? Only one way to find out... Special guest on this episode, Michael Nolen of Nolen Distribution https://www.nolendistribution.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nolendistro/ https://www.facebook.com/nolendistro https://www.pernodabsinthe.com/ https://www.foodandwine.com/cockta…

Join us as we track down a bottle of Van Winkle BBT from Side Project Brewing out of Maplewood, MO. We also compare it with the 2022 version of the famed BBT, barrel aged non-adjunct stout. Special guest on this episode, Michael Nolen of Nolen Distribution https://www.nolendistribution.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nolendistro/ https://www.faceboo…

Join us as we track down a bottle of an export only bottle of Non-Chill Filtered (NCF) Wild Turkey Rare Breed. And of course we have to try it side by side with an old favorite, the traditional bottle of Wild Turkey Rare Breed, which is fairly easily obtainable in the United States. https://www.breakingbourbon.com/review/wild-turkey-rare-breed-bour…

Join us as we track down and try a fully intact Vintage 1976 Oliver Hardy Ezra Brooks Decanter. https://bourbonveach.com/2020/08/03/brand-history-ezra-brooks/ #bourbonreview #allocatedbourbon #bourbon #dusty #dustybourbon #bourbonreview #rarebourbon #ourcynicculture https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpEcWikZ55QHotmldjuKVaw https://www.instagram.com/…

Join us as we track down the latest edition from the Parker's Heritage lineup from Heaven Hill, Parker's Heritage Double Barreled Blend. Is this the best bourbon of 2022? Listen up and find out! https://heavenhilldistillery.com/parkers-heritage-collection.php #bourbon #bourbonreview #bourbonoftheyear #allocatedbourbon #ourcynicculture https://www.y…

Join us as we track down an old school "White Whale" from the world of craft beer, KY Brunch Brand Stout (KBBS) from Toppling Goliath. https://www.tgbrews.com/kbbs https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/23222/78820/ #craftbeer #beerreview #topplinggoliath #rarebeer #ourcynicculture https://www.instagram.com/ourcyniccul... https://www.tiktok.com/…

Join us as we track down and try some beers AND BOURBON made from locally sourced ingredients from the famed producer of New England Hazy IPA's, TreeHouse! https://untappd.com/b/tree-house-brewing-company-old-growth-kentucky-common/5004005 https://untappd.com/b/tree-house-brewing-company-old-timey/5003585 https://twitter.com/treehousebrewco/status/…

Join us as we track down a bottle of the latest release from the Wild Turkey Master's Keep series, Unforgotten. And we have a special guest who brings a bottle of the first happy accident (blend of rye and bourbon) from the famed distillery, Forgiven. https://rarebird101.com/2022/10/25/masters-keep-unforgotten/ https://rarebird101.com/2020/07/14/wi…