Episode 29: Tequila Talk With Casey

Whiskey, Watches and Wheels

Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss their favorite liquors and brands. They talk about tequila and its growing popularity, as well as the different types and flavors. They also mention celebrity-owned tequila brands. The hosts then move on to bourbon and share their thoughts on different brands and finishes. They discuss the controversy around flavored whiskies and the appeal of traditional flavors. The episode ends with a discussion about a special collaboration between Jack Daniels and McLaren. The conversation revolves around the disappointment of a collector's edition bottle of bourbon that turned out to be the same as the regular edition with just a sticker on it. The hosts discuss the marketing tactics used by companies to sell special editions and the inflated prices associated with them. They also share their recommendations for affordable and enjoyable bourbons for Father's Day. The conversation touches on the current state of the bourbon industry and the impact of marketing and consumer demand. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the current state of the watch market and how it is being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. They talk about the increase in availability and decrease in prices of luxury watches, particularly Rolex. They also share their recent watch purchases and their preferences for certain styles and colors. The conversation then shifts to the new Porsche 911 GTS and the controversy surrounding the push-button start feature. They discuss the pros and cons of the new model and the potential impact on the resale value of older Porsche models. The hosts also touch on the issue of bore scoring in Porsche engines and the importance of proper maintenance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Well Wishes
01:25 The Rise of Tequila: Trends and Celebrity Brands
13:30 The Controversy of Flavored Whiskies
28:30 The Disappointment of Collector's Edition Bottles
34:12 Marketing Tactics and Inflated Prices
41:47 Affordable and Enjoyable Bourbons for Father's Day
45:17 The State of the Bourbon Industry
51:48 Personal Taste and Preference in Bourbon Selection
53:31 The Impact of COVID-19 on the Watch Market
54:06 Rolex: Increased Availability and Lower Prices
56:22 New Porsche 911 GTS: The Controversy of Push-Button Start
01:02:45 Bore Scoring in Porsche Engines: Importance of Proper Maintenance