Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes

On National Rum Day the hosts sample four distinctive rums from Belize, South Africa, Australia and the Caribbean, pairing them with cigars and discussing tasting notes, proofs, aging and distillery stories.This episode mixes relaxed banter, rum education and pairing experiments—highlighting standout bottles, favorite picks, and how heat, proof and cigars change the tasting experience.

On this episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvedere, Adam, Paul, and Jerry welcome Mr. and Mrs. Chaffiot from the Chaffiot Collection. Over drinks and cigars, they discuss the brand’s origin, blending process, and mission to combat human trafficking. The hosts and guests talk candidly about awareness, survivor support, and the challenges of finding trustworthy charities, while also sharing tasting notes and pairing suggestions for the No Evil and Freedom Fighter lines.
The conversation ranges from the nuts and bolts of cigar production to personal stories about parenting, martial arts, and the role of community in protecting children and supporting first responders. They close the episode with a call to action to support veterans, local charities, and aftercare programs for trafficking survivors.

Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry sit down with special guest Paul (UKtoNashville) for a freewheeling episode that roams from Buckfast and Horse Soldier bourbon to cigars, beards, and the oddball comforts of American culture. They trade tasting notes, travel stories, and laughter while digging into food discoveries (chicken parm, Philly cheesesteaks, fried pickles), local quirks, and fandom for college football.
The conversation also touches on sharper topics—Malört reactions, TV licensing and healthcare in the UK, AI and tech worries, strange holiday antics, and salty storytelling about snakes, fireworks, and pub life—wrapped in the relaxed, drink-in-hand vibe of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes.

On this episode of Bourbon Beards and Belvederes, hosts Jerry and Paul talk with John Bryant of Colt Americana by Small Batch Beard Co., a veteran-founder who developed skin-first beard oils after struggling with sensitive skin—covering biomimetic carrier blends, fragrance choices, and small-batch scent stories inspired by Southern Americana.
The conversation explores product testing, layering (oil, architectural fluid, liquid butter), seasonal scent strategy, and troubleshooting skin reactions—highlighting fragrance or comedogenic ingredients as common causes and recommending patch tests or a dermatologist for persistent rashes.

On this episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes the hosts dig into a whiskey-focused theme featuring Chattanooga’s experimental ryes, Old Overholt, and Dark Arts, paired with cigars and lively banter. They also talk weather, wildfires, sports tangents, veteran stories, beard care, and small-batch cigar and shirt makers.Listeners call in with questions and the crew shares tasting notes, distillery tales, and recommendations while enjoying cigars and discussing community, veterans, and upcoming events.

Adam, Paul, and Jerry launch season three with a live call‑in episode featuring a blind tasting of four blancos, a Guantanamera cigar, and plenty of candid banter.The conversation ranges from tasting notes and bottle reveals to whiskey talk and wide‑ranging conspiracies — CERN, UFOs, and flat‑Earth debates — all between laughs, guests, and a few surprising pours.

You're listening to Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes, the podcast where whiskey, cigars, and beard products aren't just a hobby — they're a lifestyle. Hosted by Adam, Paul, and Jerry, three guys with real experience, full beards, and even fuller glasses, they serve up thoughtful tastings, laid-back cigar talk, and honest takes on beard gear and beyond.
In this Season 2 finale (a late June/early July episode), Jerry and Paul — with Adam out for family time — celebrate the 250th with pours like Evan Williams 250th single barrel and a CAO America 250 cigar. They run through favorite whiskeys, cigars, and beard products of the year, recap standout guests and surprises (Fire & Flask, Heaven Hill releases, Dark Arts, Sagamore and more), and share recommendations, shout-outs, and plans for Season 3.

Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry run a one-sip speed‑tasting episode, swapping samples they’ve collected and giving quick 30–45 second takes on a long line of pours. They mix whiskey highlights (from high‑proof ryes and standout bourbons to a chocolate‑forward Woodford release), honest thumbs‑up or down moments, and cigar pairings as they race through a crowded tasting table.The tone is laid‑back and conversational: three friends trading bottles, cigars, and opinions while teasing upcoming blind tastings, guests, and season plans — all while keeping the vibe equal parts informative and entertaining. Pour a glass and listen for rapid reactions, pairing notes, and a few surprising favorites.

On this episode of Bourbon, Beards, and Belvederes Adam, Paul, and Jerry break out a lineup of pours—from Green River’s standard and honey-finished bottles to Short Barrel’s high‑proof Bee’s Knees—while debating honey finishes, proof, and pairing notes.They light up a Sable Cigar (Caviar Ash), test beard oils from Private Stash, and swap stories about distillery visits, hobby‑distiller legal news, and memorable tastings. Expect candid tasting notes, pairing takes, and plenty of laid‑back banter.Tune in for honest opinions, product finds, and the usual mix of whiskey talk, cigar chat, and beard‑care reviews—pour a glass, light one up, and enjoy the ride.

Hosts Adam, Paul, and Jerry taste and trade notes on a lineup of pours—Willett Purple Top, Jay Mattingly, Dark Arts, Penelope Havana and more—while pairing cigars from Dissident (the Plasmatic barberpole) and comparing flavors like fruit, pecan, black pepper and maple finish ideas.The episode mixes distillery trip stories, upcoming tasting events, bottle-hunting tales, and laid-back banter about pairings, product drops, and favorite pours—perfect for listeners who love whiskey, cigars, and the stories behind the bottles.