14: How to Taste Like a Pro and Expand Your Bourbon Palate

15: Winter Warmers - High-Proof Bottles & Cocktails for Cold Nights

With the holiday season wearing off and the cold setting in, it's time for something you can cozy up by your fireplace with. In this episode, we're diving into a few winter warmer recommendations... aka some high proof bottles you don't want to miss. I'll share the picks and why they're perfect for cold nights, plus give you a delicious cocktail recipe to go with each one. ‎ Want more from Still in Good Spirits? * Check out show notes, merch, and fun extras at stillingoodspirits.com [https://stillingoodspirits.com/]. * Connect and follow @lukeluckadoo on TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@lukeluckadoo] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/lukeluckadoo]. ‎ If you enjoyed today's episode, please * Leave a podcast rating / review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. * Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. * Tell your whiskey-loving friends about the show!

14: How to Taste Like a Pro and Expand Your Bourbon Palate

Tasting whiskey can feel intimidating, especially when you hear professionals casually describing layers of flavors that seem impossible to find on your own. This episode pulls back the curtain on what's really happening when people "taste like a pro" and why your experience is not lacking, it's just still developing. We'll dive into the breakdown of how whiskey tasting works, what things you should actually be focusing on, and a few tips that will help make your tasting experience better, whether you're trying things out at home or out at a distillery with friends. ‎ Want more from Still in Good Spirits? * Check out show notes, merch, and fun extras at stillingoodspirits.com [https://stillingoodspirits.com/]. * Connect and follow @lukeluckadoo on TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@lukeluckadoo] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/lukeluckadoo]. ‎ If you enjoyed today's episode, please * Leave a podcast rating / review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. * Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. * Tell your whiskey-loving friends about the show!

13: Dry January Alternatives That Still Have Flavor

Dry January is the perfect time for reflection on our habits, our choices, and our intentions. It can be so beneficial, but if you're a bourbon lover, it can become really boring, really fast. In this episode, we're diving into some fun and interesting alcohol alternatives that are perfect for trying out during Dry January. You never know, you may love them so much that they become a normal part of your life long after Dry January ends. ‎ Want more from Still in Good Spirits? * Check out show notes, merch, and fun extras at stillingoodspirits.com [https://stillingoodspirits.com/]. * Connect and follow @lukeluckadoo on TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@lukeluckadoo] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/lukeluckadoo]. ‎ If you enjoyed today's episode, please * Leave a podcast rating / review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. * Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. * Tell your whiskey-loving friends about the show!

12: New Year, New Pour - Bourbon Resolutions to Try

Happy New Year! You've probably already decided on a few resolutions and goals for the year, but wouldn't it be fun if you had some bourbon resolutions to enjoy too? That's what this episode is all about! I'm giving you some bourbon-specific new years resolutions to try out, along with some fun challenges that will have you drinking better bourbon by the end of the year. ‎ Want more from Still in Good Spirits? * Check out show notes, merch, and fun extras at stillingoodspirits.com [https://stillingoodspirits.com/]. * Connect and follow @lukeluckadoo on TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@lukeluckadoo] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/lukeluckadoo]. ‎ If you enjoyed today's episode, please * Leave a podcast rating / review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. * Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. * Tell your whiskey-loving friends about the show!

11: 2025 Spirits Industry Roundup - Innovations, News, and Notable Releases from This Year

This episode delivers a month-by-month recap of the biggest news in the spirits industry from 2025, highlighting some major developments across American whiskey, Irish whiskey, tequila, global craft distilling, and more. We're diving into regulatory changes that took place, huge acquisitions that happened, high-profile releases, and emerging production technologies. Plus, we're sharing some big moves being made in the diversity, sustainability, and growth of the industry on an international scale. This episode is for you if you want to make sure you're in the know on the news, trends, and changes of the spirits industry, and what all of those changes mean heading into 2026. ‎ Want more from Still in Good Spirits? * Check out show notes, merch, and fun extras at stillingoodspirits.com [https://stillingoodspirits.com/]. * Connect and follow @lukeluckadoo on TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@lukeluckadoo] and Instagram [https://instagram.com/lukeluckadoo]. ‎ If you enjoyed today's episode, please * Leave a podcast rating / review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. * Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday. * Tell your whiskey-loving friends about the show!