Dan Kidd

Dec 11, 2024

The Best Bourbon in Indiana

Take a sip with bourbon content creator Dan Kidd (aka Heavy Bourbon) as he walks through Indiana’s best distilleries, tasting techniques, and the culture behind Hoosier spirits. Perfect for both newcomers and bourbon nerds.

Podcast Summary

I sat down with Dan Kidd, also known as Heavy Bourbon, a prominent bourbon content creator with over 70,000 followers on TikTok and Instagram.

This episode was a Taste and Talk.

Dan brought some of his favorite Hoosier Bourbon's and Whiskeys and enlightened me on the creation and tasting process. 

You are going to learn: 

  • The top 10 places to enjoy a Bourbon in Central Indiana

  • Insider knowledge about the Spirit Industry in Indiana

  • 6 of our favorite Hoosier Bourbons & Whiskeys

Check out these great clips from the episode: 

01:13 Introducing Dan Kidd aka Heavy Bourbon
01:46 Whiskey Tasting Begins
03:15 Tasting Techniques and First Impressions
05:35 Dan Kidd's Journey as a Bourbon Creator
07:49 Moondrops Distillery
09:59 Becoming a Bourbon Steward
14:20 Haberdasher Distillery
23:30 Four Fingers Distillery
24:45 Fred Minnick: The Bourbon Authority
25:45 Bourbon Festivals and Events
27:10 Indiana Whiskey Scene
28:16 8th Day Distillery
30:50 The Story Behind Expensive Bourbon
31:39 First Bourbon Experience at St. Elmo's Steakhouse
33:12 Learning to Appreciate Bourbon
34:09 Bourbon Recommendations for Beginners
35:03 Local Bourbon Favorites
36:51 Unique Bourbon Tasting Experiences
40:56 Top Bourbon Bars in Central Indiana
54:05 Advice for Young Bourbon Enthusiasts
55:20 Bourbon Smash and Final Thoughts

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Guest(s)

Dan Kidd

Date Published

December 11, 2024

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

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