Whiskey Without Borders: A German Rye Adventure

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We venture beyond American borders to explore the unique
character of German rye whiskey with special guest Randy Ford,
the Whiskey Doctor, in our new segment "Whiskey Without
Borders."

• German whiskey from the Eifel region, known as "German
Siberia," features rye grown in volcanic soil 
• The distillery employs a unique three-stage maturation process
using Bordeaux, Malaga, and Pinot Noir casks
• Germany has approximately 20,000 distilleries, dwarfing
Scotland's 150
• The mash bill is 90% German rye and 10% barley malt, aged for
5+ years
• Flavor profile bridges rye and scotch, featuring notes of white
grape, maltiness, and subtle smokiness
• Small batch production follows a "one barrel out, one barrel
in" philosophy with just 56 barrels capacity
• Available at select specialty retailers and online, typically
priced in the mid-$70 range

Join us each month as we explore exceptional whiskeys from around
the world with the Whiskey Doctor, sharing global distilling
traditions and unique flavor profiles you won't find in
Kentucky.

Ever wondered what happens when traditional German craftsmanship
meets rye whiskey? In this eye-opening journey into global
spirits, we're joined by Randy Ford—aka the Whiskey Doctor—to
launch our new segment "Whiskey Without Borders," exploring
remarkable whiskeys from beyond American shores.

Our first international adventure takes us to the Eifel region of
Germany, often called "German Siberia," where volcanic soil
creates exceptionally flavorful rye grain. The star of our
tasting, Eiffel German Rye Whiskey, challenges everything we
thought we knew about rye. Unlike its spicy American cousins,
this 92-proof spirit undergoes a fascinating three-stage aging
process—two years in ex-Bordeaux casks, two more in Spanish
Malaga wine barrels, and a final year in German Pinot Noir casks.
The result? A sophisticated whiskey that bridges worlds, offering
scotch-like maltiness with subtle white grape notes and a
remarkably smooth character.

We dive deep into what makes this whiskey unique, from its
small-batch production philosophy (one barrel out, one barrel in)
to Germany's surprisingly vast distilling landscape of 20,000
distilleries. The Whiskey Doctor shares fascinating insights
about European whiskey traditions while we evaluate every aspect
from nose to finish. Even for those typically hesitant about rye
whiskeys, this expression offers something refreshingly
different—a gentler, more nuanced approach that proves how
dramatically terroir and tradition can transform familiar
spirits.

Whether you're a curious whiskey explorer looking to expand your
palate beyond bourbon and scotch, or simply enjoy discovering
hidden gems from around the world, this episode opens the door to
a whole new dimension of whiskey appreciation. Join us as we
begin this global spirits journey and discover that sometimes the
most interesting drams come from the most unexpected places.


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