Branch & Barrel Distillery Exclusives | Limited Release Tasting

In this special Bourbon Bytes interview, I’m joined once again by the team at Branch & Barrel Distilling to explore some of their most exclusive and innovative whiskey releases. If you missed Part 1 covering their core lineup, this episode goes even deeper—highlighting limited releases, tasting room exclusives, and experimental cask finishes that showcase what makes this Colorado distillery so unique. In this episode, we taste and discuss: 🥃 Plum Wood–aged whiskey (a key part of their origin story) 🍷 Tawny Port–finished bourbon with rich dessert-like notes Cognac cask bourbon (Double Gold winner) Toasted Acacia wood finish (a rare and innovative approach) 🎲 “Skill Check” – a 120+ proof multi-distillery collaboration We also talk about: 🌱 The return of their pea-based whiskey (Peas Please & Peppercorn Peas) 🏔️ What defines “Colorado bourbon” and how climate impacts flavor 🤝 Why collaboration is such a big part of the Colorado whiskey scene 🔮 What’s coming next for Branch & Barrel in 2026 This is a deep dive into creativity, craftsmanship, and the future of American whiskey beyond Kentucky. 👇 Drop a comment and let me know: Which release would you want to try most? Watch Part 1 here: https://www.youtube.com/live/LwfXaqI20vM?si=EKQK41PPdQMyZi_L Support the channel by visiting the Bourbon Bytes Website to shop for merch or join the "Byte Club" and get exclusive perks like the After Party hangout and monthly samples: http://www.BourbonBytes.com