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Whiskey + Rock

Arts, Food, Hobbies, Leisure

Whiskey and Rock was launched by D-Rock and JR in 2023. These whiskey enthusiasts not only love a great pour, but also love having conversations and sharing stories from the distilling industry and community.

So we covered the whiskey part. What about the rock?

Rock is all about how you enjoy your whiskey and the connections you make along your whiskey journey. For us, music and whiskey have been consistent threads of our friendship, and we hope this podcast will be a way to make new friends, build community and find out what else pairs well with whiskey.

D-Rock and JR invite you to join this community and VIP experience as they learn about the craft of distilling, meet some of the folks backstage, and of course, drink good whiskey.

Episodes
164
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
11 min
On air since
2023
Latest episode
4 days ago

Episodes

164 episodes, newest first

  1. All hat, no cattle? We try the new Stetson Bourbon.

    Episode 156

    Show notes

    Time to saddle up! D-Rock and JR are cracking open the new Stetson Bourbon to see if this whiskey is all hat and no cattle… or if it’s the real deal.

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    13 min
  2. Smoke, Spice & Rye! Penelope Cigar Sessions Vol. 2 + Silver Springs Sweet Rye

    Episode 155

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR are back with another round of whiskey worth talking about! This time, we’re cracking open the new Penelope Cigar Sessions Vol. 2 and pouring up a new edition of the Silver Springs Sweet Rye.

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    9 min
  3. New Bardstown Discovery & Lochs of Jura! Two Big Whiskey Releases

    Episode 154

    Show notes

    Bourbon meets Scotch on this episode of Whiskey & Rock! 🥃🔥

    D-Rock and JR crack open the new Bardstown Discovery and the new Bardstown Lochs of Jura release and see how these two completely different bottles stack up.

    One brings the bourbon heat, the other brings that unmistakable Scotch character.

    Two new releases. Two very different whiskeys

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    8 min
  4. What Whiskey Is Coming to the Beach with D-Rock!? 2 new budget whiskies and JR’s Surprise

    Episode 153

    Show notes

    D-Rock has a beach vacation coming up… which means there’s some serious whiskey research to be done. 😂🏖️🥃

    This week, D-Rock and JR put The Journey from Lewis County, Bulleit ’87, and a mystery bottle from JR to the test to figure out what deserves a spot in D-Rock’s suitcase.

    Beach. Whiskey. Fall break. Let’s go.

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    9 min
  5. BEAR FIGHT! We Take on Bear Fight Whiskey & Single Malt

    Episode 152

    Show notes

    You might know him as Harvey Specter from Suits, but did you know Gabriel Macht is also an investor and creative partner behind Bear Fight Whiskey?

    D-Rock and Jr are checking out the brand he's helping build as we crack open Bear Fight Whiskey and Bear Fight American Single Malt.

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    11 min
  6. PINEAPPLE WHISKEY?! WHAT ARE WE DOING?! FLAVORFEST 2026!

    Episode 151

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR are back at the tasting table, and this time they’re putting three very different bottles to the test: Ampersand, Gambit, and Bardstown Pineapple.

    Which one brings the biggest flavor? Which one catches us off guard? And which bottle wins?

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    15 min
  7. Yes, THAT Tiffany

    Episode 150

    Show notes

    Whiskey + Rock is throwing it back to the 80s - again! This week, D-Rock and JR are graced at the table by none other than Tiffany. THE Tiffany. In an all-access interview at Leipers Fork House of Spirits in Franklin, TN, Tiffany opens up about her childhood stardom, world travels, culinary endeavors, and upcoming musical theater appearances. Don't miss this exclusive conversation with one of the 80's most memorable pop stars.

    Connect with Tiffany: https://tiffanytunes.com/

    CONNECT WITH US:

    Website: https://whiskeyandrock.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskeyandrock/

    FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2028883060836697/

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    58 min
  8. Earning our Strypes with Michael Sweet from Stryper

    Episode 149

    Show notes

    Today, D-Rock and JR are graced in the studio by a true rock 'n' roll legend. For more than 40 years, this frontman, vocalist, and guitarist has been wailing and shredding his way around the globe as a member of iconic metal band, Stryper.

    Gather around the table as Michael Sweet shares inside stories of touring with the band, his writing process, and what we can expect next from these rock legends.

    Connect with Michael: https://michaelsweet.com/

    Connect with Stryper: https://stryper.com/

    CONNECT WITH US:

    Website: https://whiskeyandrock.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskeyandrock/

    FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2028883060836697/

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    1 hr
  9. Finding True North with Found North

    Episode 148

    Show notes

    In a very special episode with not one, but two of the gentlemen behind Found North Whisky, D-Rock and JR get to taste through some exclusive new pours, including the much-anticipated 2026 Hell Diver. Jump in to hear what Chris and Sammy believe this artisan whisk(e)y brand is all about, and the pride and quality that goes into every single barrel. Cheers!

    Connect with Found North: https://www.foundnorthwhisky.com/

    CONNECT WITH US:

    Website: https://whiskeyandrock.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskeyandrock/

    FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2028883060836697/

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    56 min
  10. Barrel Proof Rye & Gin?! D-Rock and JR Go Outside the Box

    Episode 147

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR are back with another Whiskey & Rock tasting! This time, they crack open one of the new Jack Daniel’s Barrel Proof Small Batch Ryes and put it head-to-head with the unexpected Larrikin Gin. One is a powerhouse rye straight from Lynchburg, the other takes things in a completely different direction

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    10 min
  11. Penelope's New Classics

    Episode 146

    Show notes

    Two new Penelope bottles hit the table! D-Rock and JR crack open the Classic Series Straight Bourbon and Classic Series Straight Rye and put them through the Whiskey & Rock taste test.

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    8 min
  12. D-Rock & JR Taste Columbia Creek Whiskey + Green River Honey

    Episode 145

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR are back with two brand-new pours that bring a little sweetness and a whole lot of character to the table.

    First up is the new Columbia Creek Whiskey, a fresh release that’s new on the scene from just south of Nashville TN. Then we’re cracking open Green River Honey — a smooth, honey-kissed whiskey from the Green River Distilling Co. that balances sweetness with that classic Kentucky backbone.

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    13 min
  13. D-Rock & Jr Hunt the Buffalo: Single Oak Rye + Low Entry Proof Wheated

    Episode 144

    Show notes

    D-Rock and Jr are back, and today we’re diving into two of the most talked-about bottles coming out of Buffalo Trace.

    First up is the Single Oak Project Rye Bourbon — one of those rare, experimental barrels that whiskey nerds lose their minds over. Then we’re cracking the Low Entry Proof Wheated, a limited release that’s been flying under the radar but packing serious heat for fans of softer, wheat-forward bourbons.

    Two highly sought-after Buffalo Trace pours, one table, and zero filter. Let’s see if these live up to the hype… or if the hype got ahead of the juice.

    Pour one up, turn it up, and let’s get into it.

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    7 min
  14. Full Proof Meets Outer Space! Green River vs. Bardstown Mars Release

    Episode 143

    Show notes

    This week on Whiskey & Rock, D-Rock and Jr go head-to-head with two very different pours. One is the bold Green River Full Proof, and the other is the unique Bardstown Bourbon Co. Mars Release. Is the Mars Release truly out of this world, or does Green River steal the show with its full-proof punch?

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    8 min
  15. Penelope's Newest Bourbons Battle It Out! | Architects of Golf vs. Riviera

    Episode 142

    Show notes

    Can Penelope do it again? D-Rock and JR crack open Architects of Golf and Riviera to see if these latest releases live up to the hype. From first pour to final verdict, they compare flavors, value, and drinkability to find out which one comes out on top.

    Which would you reach for?

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    9 min
  16. Canned Irish Whiskey?! We Try Two Stacks Irish Whiskey in a Can + Their New Irish Cream

    Episode 141

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR are back with a wild one! This week on Whiskey & Rock, the boys crack open something they’ve never tried before — Two Stacks Irish Whiskey in a can. Yes, canned whiskey. They also taste the brand’s brand new Irish Cream and give their honest thoughts on both as they decide if canned Irish whiskey is genius… or a crime against humanity.

    Grab a can (or a glass), turn it up, and let’s see if Two Stacks can hang with the Whiskey & Rock crew.

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    7 min
  17. D-Rock & JR Try Bardstown’s New Cascadia + Rebel 108 Kyle Busch

    Episode 140

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR are back with a heavy-hitting whiskey showdown on this episode of Whiskey & Rock!

    They’re cracking open two brand new bottles: the highly anticipated Bardstown Cascadia and the Rebel 108 Kyle Busch Single Barrel. From the Pacific Northwest-inspired Cascadia to the high-proof NASCAR-themed Rebel barrel, these two bourbons couldn’t be more different — and the boys are putting them through the full test.

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    9 min
  18. D-Rock & JR Taste the New Jack Daniel's 10, 12 & 14 — Which One Wins?

    Episode 139

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR crack open the brand new 2026 batches of Jack Daniel’s 10 Year (Batch 5), 12 Year (Batch 4), and 14 Year (Batch 2) Tennessee Whiskey! From the 97-proof 10-year with its rich molasses and chocolate notes, to the 107-proof 12-year loaded with maple candy and baking spices, all the way up to the cask-strength 117.6-proof 14-year packed with butterscotch, leather, and pipe tobacco — the guys sample them all side-by-side and give their honest reactions.

    Which one hits hardest? Is the 14-year worth the hype and the price tag? Grab a glass, turn up the volume, and join the boys for another rockin’ whiskey deep dive.

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    10 min
  19. Blue Collar Bourbon on Whiskey & Rock: JP Joins D-Rock & JR for Two Blind Tastings

    Episode 138

    Show notes

    D-Rock and JR welcome D-Rock’s old co-host and bourbon brother JP from the original Blue Collar Bourbon Show to the Whiskey & Rock studio. They’re firing up the old format and recreating the magic with two full blind tastings — no labels, no mercy, just raw reactions, hot takes, and plenty of whiskey-fueled laughs.

    Expect classic JP energy, stories from the old days, friendly roasting, and that signature blue-collar honesty as the trio tries to guess what they’re drinking. It’s part reunion, part throwback, and all good times.

    Grab your glass, settle in, and join the boys as they bring a little piece of Blue Collar Bourbon back to life on Whiskey & Rock.

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    47 min
  20. Short Barrel, BIG Flavor

    Episode 137

    Show notes

    This week, D-Rock and JR sit down with co-founder and master blender of Short Barrel Whiskey, Clinton Dugan, in a backstage look into the brand. In the truest sense of the word, Clinton gives a transparent overview of what it looks like to buy and start a whiskey brand, how to experiment successfully, and what it means to "build the plane as you're flying it." Grab a glass and join the conversation into one of the south's growing cult-status brands.

    Short Barrel: https://shortbarrelbourbon.com/

    Old 4th Distillery: https://o4d.com/

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    39 min