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Bourbon Bytes Podcast

A Bourbon Podcast with a Gaming Twist! Hosted by Clifton McDaniel in Los Angeles, CA - the Bourbon Bytes Podcast features the latest whiskey & video game news, reviews, and more every week. Cheers, and Game On!

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Episodes

Trader Joe’s Barrel Proof Bourbon & What the Heck is Amburana Finished Whiskey?

3 days ago

Trader Joe’s Barrel Proof Bourbon & What the Heck is Amburana Finished Whiskey?

3 days ago

Today I'm reviewing a peculiar bourbon whiskey from Trader Joes that was bottled at barrel entry proof, talking about a new TTB label for single barrel picks of Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey from Heaven Hill, as well as doing a deep dive into why Amburana casks from Brazil and South America are the latest craze in whiskey finishing, featured by iconic brands such as Nulu, Rare Character, WhistlePig, Teeling, and Starlight Distillery, as well as several American Craft breweries. 

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This is my First Snack Pairing with Nulu Single Barrel Maple Finished Bourbon

Friday Jun 17, 2022

This is my First Snack Pairing with Nulu Single Barrel Maple Finished Bourbon

Friday Jun 17, 2022

I'm tasting a single barrel of Nulu Barrel Strength Bourbon finished for four months in maple syrup barrels that was picked by my friends over at This is My Bourbon Podcast. Plus, I'm talking about the launch of the English language PokéToon shorts from Pokémon and the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge video game. Follow my friends mentioned in this episode on Instagram: @mybourbonpod, @whiskeymutant, @mydailybourbon, @bourbon_newb, & @ian_that_bourbon_guy.

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Old Carter American Whiskey vs. Obtainium Light Whiskey - SoCal MB’s Round Table

Friday Jun 10, 2022

Old Carter American Whiskey vs. Obtainium Light Whiskey - SoCal MB’s Round Table

Friday Jun 10, 2022

I'm sitting down with a few friends to discuss the state of Light Whiskey and American Whiskey in 2022. We'll also be tasting and comparing Old Carter American Whiskey Batch 6 and a Hazmat Obtainium Light Whiskey from Cat's Eye Distillery. Is Light Whiskey the new Bourbon?

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Doc Swinson’s Kiona Cask Bourbon Review & New Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Recap

Friday Jun 03, 2022

Doc Swinson’s Kiona Cask Bourbon Review & New Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Trailer Recap

Friday Jun 03, 2022

I'm reviewing a whiskey sent to me by Patreon supporter Patrick (@Bourbon_newb), Doc Swinson's Exploratory Series Kiona Cask Bourbon finished in Cabernet Sauvignon casks from Kiona Vineyards in Washington. Plus, I'm talking about many new whiskeys coming out this month - including Dixon Dedman's 2XO 'The Phoenix', and two new Doc Swinson's Exploratory Cask whiskeys. Finally, I'm sharing the highlights from the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Trailer that just dropped this week, including which new Legendary Pokémon I plan to catch this generation. Cheers, and Game On! 🥃🎮

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Wild Turkey Longbranch Bourbon Review & the MultiVersus Roster

Friday May 27, 2022

Wild Turkey Longbranch Bourbon Review & the MultiVersus Roster

Friday May 27, 2022

I'm reviewing Wild Turkey's Longbranch, a collaboration between creative director Matthew McConaughey and master distiller Eddie Russell. This 8-year-old Kentucky Bourbon is refined through oak and mesquite charcoal and is an approachable entry into the brand. Plus, I'm sharing news of the upcoming free-to-play fighting game, MultiVersus, including new information about the expansive roster of playable characters from across many video game, film, and television franchises. Cheers, and game on!

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Glendalough 7 Year Old Mizunara Irish Whiskey Review & Upcoming Finished Releases

Friday May 20, 2022

Glendalough 7 Year Old Mizunara Irish Whiskey Review & Upcoming Finished Releases

Friday May 20, 2022

I'm reviewing the latest release from the Glendalough Distillery, a 7 year old Irish Whiskey finished in Mizunara Oak Casks. I'm also sharing the news of several other upcoming American whiskeys and bourbons with unique finishes that I can't wait to try.

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Coca-Cola Starlight & Nitro Pepsi Draft Soda Review - Dry Week!

Friday May 13, 2022

Coca-Cola Starlight & Nitro Pepsi Draft Soda Review - Dry Week!

Friday May 13, 2022

I'm doing a Dry Week, so I'm trying three limited edition sodas from Coca-Cola and Pepsi! Coke Starlight is the first limited edition sparkling beverage from Coca-Cola Creations. Nitro Pepsi is a nitrogen-infused draft cola that comes in both classic and vanilla flavors. Will these new products be good enough to replace my go-to afternoon Coke Zero? Listen in to find out! PS: I'll be back to regular whiskey and video game news & reviews next week. 

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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Store Pick Review & May 2022 New Releases in Whiskey and Gaming

Friday May 06, 2022

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Store Pick Review & May 2022 New Releases in Whiskey and Gaming

Friday May 06, 2022

This week I'm reviewing a store pick of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon. This private barrel comes from Circus Liquor in North Hollywood, California. I'm also talking about a new malted rye whiskey from New Riff, Jack Daniels Bonded and Triple Mash, and 2 new Bardstown Bourbon Company releases that were just spotted on the TTB. Plus, I'm sharing some upcoming video games coming out in May, 2022, including Trek to Yomi, Evil Dead: The Game, and Pac-Man Museum+!

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Ardbeg Fermutation Committee Release Review, Whiskey NFTs & Bad Video Game News

Friday Apr 29, 2022

Ardbeg Fermutation Committee Release Review, Whiskey NFTs & Bad Video Game News

Friday Apr 29, 2022

I'm tasting the latest Committee Release of Ardbeg, Ardbeg Fermutation, a 13 year old peated Islay whisky that went through an epic three week-long fermentation – the longest in Ardbeg’s history – which eventually gave rise to a wild, zingy and vibrant spirit. I'm also talking about whiskey NFTs from Ardbeg, a new Heaven Hill distillery being built in Bardstown, and delays with the new Super Mario Bros. movie, the Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild sequel, and Sega and Ubisoft delisting some of their classic games.

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Fortuitous Union Review - Trinidad Rum Blended with Rye Whiskey

Friday Apr 22, 2022

Fortuitous Union Review - Trinidad Rum Blended with Rye Whiskey

Friday Apr 22, 2022

Fortuitous Union from Rolling Fork Spirits is a Kentucky bourbon barrel finished 12-year-old Trinidad rum blended with cask strength rye whiskey and bottled at 103 proof. Was this fortune, or an F' up? Also in this episode, I'm talking about some upcoming whiskey releases, including Wild Turkey Master's Keep 'Unforgotten', Still Austin Four Grain Bourbon, High West's The Prisoner's Share, Remus Gatsby Reserve, and Jack Daniel’s Twice Barreled American Single Malt.

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