Bourbon, Brass & Beyond
Hosted by two bourbon enthusiasts and neighbors: Bob is Director of Operations at a Contact Center, Dad, and always on the hunt for bourbons; Dan is a lifelong trumpet player, Dad, and airline pilot. Together, and with guests, they share their collections with you! Bourbon, Brass & Beyond is where travel, taste, and timeless sound come together. From adventures at 30,000 feet, every story pours a little bourbon into life’s soundtrack. Come join us as we taste, discuss, and search for our unicorns. Please email us at info@bourbonbrassandbeyond.com if you would like to be a guest or have any comments! Bourbon Flights Tasting Podcast
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Oct. 1, 2026
Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Ep. 94
Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Dan and Steph recap their Bourbon & Beyond weekend, sharing festival highlights, bourbon tastings, artist discoveries, and an honest comparison of the event’s VIP options. They also offer practical tips for anyone planning a future festival trip. #bourbonandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond2026 #dannywimmerpresents #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #musicfestival #louisvilleky #bourbontrail #monksroad #monksroadboilerhouse #bottlesha
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Sept. 27, 2026
Fred Minnick at Bourbon & Beyond 2026; Ep. 93
Fred Minnick joins Dan to talk bourbon, mental health, family history, and the changing rules around whiskey labeling. The conversation also gets personal, touching on pilot mental health, jujitsu, aging, and why preserving stories matters. If you want a grounded look at where bourbon is today and what its future might look like, this one covers a lot of ground. #bourbon #fredminnick #whiskey #vodkasucks #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond #monksroad #derektrucks #asspocketwhiskey
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Sept. 26, 2026
Bourbon & Beyond Bottle Share at Monk's Road Boiler House w/JD Fritzges; Ep. 92
A lively crossover tasting at Bourbon and Beyond brings Dan and JD Fritzges, from The Bourbon Hunters, together to explore standout bourbons, rare bottles, barrel picks, and the stories behind them. From a creamy 11-year Old Louisville single barrel to historic dusty bottles, the conversation celebrates whiskey’s flavors—and the memories and friendships shared around it. A very special thank you to Wally Dant, Log Still Distillery, and Monk's Road Boiler House for welcoming us for our Bottle Sha
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Sept. 24, 2026
Derek Trucks talks Bourbon with Dan at Bourbon & Beyond; Ep. 91
Dan sits down with Derek Trucks for a short, personal conversation about whiskey, bourbon culture, and what it means to be part of a craft passed down through generations. They cover how his palate evolved from bourbon-first to appreciating quality whiskey more broadly, and why being around experienced distillers still feels like a master class. #asspocketwhiskey #bourbonandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #derektrucks #tedeschitrucksband #dannywimmer #thesearch #prest
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Aug. 27, 2026
Pappy Van Winkle Bourbons & Cigars with Preston Van Winkle; Ep. 81
Old Rip Van Winkle, Bourbon Heritage, and the Reality of Allocated Whiskey This episode is a compilation of multiple conversations with the very awesome and down to earth Preston Van Winkle. Dan Sneddon and Bob Hird were joined by Alex Derthick, and after a technical failure wiped out most of the first recording, Dan came back for round 2. The discussion covers the Old Rip Van Winkle family story, how the lineup evolved, and why production, warehouse space, and barrel entry proof matter s
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Aug. 5, 2026
Stagg 26B, Single Oak Project, and Oak & Age; Ep. 75
Join Dan and Bob in this lively episode as they share tasting impressions of Buffalo Trace's Single Oak Project Barrel 80 Rye Bourbon and NEW release Stagg 26B, discuss recent bourbon purchases, and outline upcoming trips to bourbon landmarks. Whether you're into whiskey data, market trends, or planning your own bourbon adventure, this episode offers insights and stories to fuel your passion. #bourbon #whiskey #buffalotrace #singleoakproject #stagg #bourbonbrassandbeyond #oak&age #bourbon
Recent Episodes
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Oct. 6, 2026
French Oak Bourbon Face-Off: Penelope Omega vs Maker's Mark 46 French Oaked Cask Strength; Ep. 96
Two French oak finished bourbons go head to head in this episode of Bourbon Brass and Beyond, with a focus on how finishing, mash bill, age, and proof shape the final pour. Dan and Bob compare Penelope Omega 11 Year and Maker's Mark 46 French Oaked Cask Strength, then dig into Maker's history, tours, and a few personal stories along the way. #penelope #bourbon #makersmark #frenchoak #whiskey #billsmauelsjr #wheated #bourbontasting #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #barrelseasoning
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Oct. 2, 2026
Penelope Estate Collection, NEW Heaven Hill Double Mash, and Monk's Road Barrel Pick; Ep. 95
Dan, Bob, Michael, and Calvin gather for a wide-ranging bourbon tasting, comparing Penelope Estate Collection releases, sampling Heaven Hill Double Mash, and sharing a standout Monks Road barrel pick. Along the way, they talk flavor notes, proof, sourcing, barrel picks, and how the bourbon landscape may be changing. #bourbon #whiskey #penelopebourbon #heavenhill #logstilldistillery #jimrutledge #wallydant #estatecollection #barrelpick #singlebarrel #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbontasting #
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Oct. 1, 2026
Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Ep. 94
Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Dan and Steph recap their Bourbon & Beyond weekend, sharing festival highlights, bourbon tastings, artist discoveries, and an honest comparison of the event’s VIP options. They also offer practical tips for anyone planning a future festival trip. #bourbonandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond2026 #dannywimmerpresents #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #musicfestival #louisvilleky #bourbontrail #monksroad #monksroadboilerhouse #bottlesha
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Sept. 27, 2026
Fred Minnick at Bourbon & Beyond 2026; Ep. 93
Fred Minnick joins Dan to talk bourbon, mental health, family history, and the changing rules around whiskey labeling. The conversation also gets personal, touching on pilot mental health, jujitsu, aging, and why preserving stories matters. If you want a grounded look at where bourbon is today and what its future might look like, this one covers a lot of ground. #bourbon #fredminnick #whiskey #vodkasucks #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond #monksroad #derektrucks #asspocketwhiskey
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Sept. 26, 2026
Bourbon & Beyond Bottle Share at Monk's Road Boiler House w/JD Fritzges; Ep. 92
A lively crossover tasting at Bourbon and Beyond brings Dan and JD Fritzges, from The Bourbon Hunters, together to explore standout bourbons, rare bottles, barrel picks, and the stories behind them. From a creamy 11-year Old Louisville single barrel to historic dusty bottles, the conversation celebrates whiskey’s flavors—and the memories and friendships shared around it. A very special thank you to Wally Dant, Log Still Distillery, and Monk's Road Boiler House for welcoming us for our Bottle Sha
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Sept. 24, 2026
Derek Trucks talks Bourbon with Dan at Bourbon & Beyond; Ep. 91
Dan sits down with Derek Trucks for a short, personal conversation about whiskey, bourbon culture, and what it means to be part of a craft passed down through generations. They cover how his palate evolved from bourbon-first to appreciating quality whiskey more broadly, and why being around experienced distillers still feels like a master class. #asspocketwhiskey #bourbonandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #podcast #bourbonbrassandbeyond #derektrucks #tedeschitrucksband #dannywimmer #thesearch #prest
Recent Blog Posts
Oct. 6, 2026
Penelope Omega 11 Year vs. Maker's Mark 46 Cask Strength: The Ultimate Breakdown
Welcome back, whiskey lovers, to another deep dive into the world of fine bourbon. If you are as obsessed with wood finishes as we are, you know that French oak has taken the bourbon world by storm. The interaction between traditional American corn …
Oct. 5, 2026
Heaven Hill Double Mash: A Look Inside This 9-Year Bottled-in-Bond Release
Welcome back to the Bourbon Brass and Beyond blog, where we take the conversations from our microphones and expand them onto the page. If you are anything like us, the world of American whiskey feels like it is moving faster than ever. Every single …
Oct. 2, 2026
Deep Dive: Tasting the Penelope Estate Collection 10-Year Single Barrels
Welcome back, bourbon lovers! If you have been keeping an eye on the shelves over the last few years, you know that Penelope Bourbon has taken the whiskey world by storm. Known initially for their brilliant four-grain blends, the brand has steadily …
About the Hosts
Dan Sneddon
Pilot / Dad / Trumpeter / Contract Negotiator / Martial Artist
In his 26th year as an airline pilot, Dan resides in Youngstown, Ohio with his high school sweetheart Stephanie. Combined they have 5 kids (teenagers...). They enjoy travel as a family, and as a couple. Dan has had a bourbon affinity since smelling his Grandfather's JW Dant and Grapefruit soda as a kid. Dan started collecting bourbon in 2015. He has been actively involved in Martial Arts since he was a kid and has Black Belts in two different styles. Dan still plays trumpet. Originally he went to college for music at Ohio University, but after his sophomore year decided he would much rather spend 3 hours in an airplane instead of a practice room. He still helps teach high school band camps, and has assisted with 5th and 6th grade Trumpet, Low Brass, and Percussion. Dan has been a Pilot Union Representative, Contract Negotiator, Merger Specialist, and Contract Compliance Administrator for over 20 years. Dan received the President's Lifetime Achievement Volunteer Service Award in 2024.
Bob Hird
Profile coming...