Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It? Ep. 94

Bourbon & Beyond: Music, Bourbon, and VIP—Was It Worth It?Dan and Steph recap their Bourbon & Beyond weekend, sharing festival highlights, bourbon tastings, artist discoveries, and an honest comparison of the event’s VIP options. They also offer practical tips for anyone planning a future festival trip.#bourbonandbeyond #bourbonandbeyond2026 #dannywimmerpresents #bourbonbrassandbeyond #bourbon #whiskey #musicfestival #louisvilleky #bourbontrail #monksroad #monksroadboilerhouse #bottleshare #logstilldistillery #oldlouisvillewhiskey #fredminnick #derektrucks #brewzle #pappyandco #oldripvanwinkle #davematthewsband #dmbgc #swagswap #dmbbigwhiskey #podcast #thebourbonhunters #fritterpour #bottomshelf #tedeschitrucksband #asspocketwhiskey #apw #wallydant #andbeyond What we coverPreparing for the festival by previewing unfamiliar artistsHow the Derek Trucks interview and media passes came togetherComparing general admission, Mint VIP, and Angels Envy Beyond VIPVIP perks—including food, drinks, lockers, restrooms, and stage access—and where expectations fell shortA memorable bottle share featuring rare and distinctive pours at Monk's Road Boiler HouseMeeting bourbon personalities and fellow enthusiasts: JD Fritzges, Derek Trucks, Brewzle, Fred Minnick, Preston Van Winkle...Standout music moments, from Hootie and the Blowfish to Chris Stapleton and Dave Matthews BandFestival food, walking, weather, and crowd experienceWhether the weekend—and VIP—was worth itFestival tipsWear comfortable shoes, bring ear protection, and consider getting a locker. Expect plenty of walking and changing temperatures. Before choosing a VIP tier, weigh the amenities against the access you’ll actually use.Timestamps00:00 Festival intro 03:19 Previewing bands on the drive down 04:47 The Derek Trucks interview 06:23 Media passes and VIP wristbands 07:51 VIP food, drinks, and amenities 10:42 Mint VIP crowding 15:54 Thursday’s headliners 17:10 The Monks Road Boiler House bottle share 22:21 Mumford & Sons 23:21 Red Clay Strays and ear protection 27:46 Meeting Fred Minnick 31:00 Hootie and the Blowfish 32:21 Dave Matthews Band 34:49 Standout discovery acts 36:46 Bottle share pours 43:15 Bourbon programming and festival encounters 49:25 Festival food 51:22 Comfort, walking, and weather 53:33 Final festival ratings 60:33 Listener callout and giveaway tease 65:45 Closing thoughtsMemorable moments“Bourbon’s not about the bourbon. Bourbon’s about meeting people and drinking bourbon with other people.”“Hootie and the Blowfish were the surprise of the whole festival for me.”Bourbon, Brass & Beyond- https://www.bourbonbrassandbeyond.comBourbon & Beyond - https://www.bourbonandbeyond.comMonk's Road Bourbon - https://www.logstilldistillery.comAss Pocket Whiskey - https://asspocketwhiskey.com