Season 3 Ep. 18: From Zamboni Driver to Spirits Obsession ft. @a_whiskey_kydd_and_his_peppers (Part 1)

🥃 Tasting Notes:What happens when a hockey-loving Zamboni driver falls headfirst into the world of whiskey, rum, tequila, and cigars?In this episode, I sit down with Jerry—co-host of Bourbon, Beards & Belvederes and the voice behind @a_whiskey_kydd_and_his_peppers. From COVID-fueled curiosity to building a collection of hundreds of bottles, Jerry shares how passion, patience, and community shaped his journey.We talk mezcal surprises, rum revelations, evolving palates, and why sometimes the best pour isn’t the rarest bottle—it’s the right one for the moment.And yeah… we also talk about driving a Zamboni 🧊🔥 What We Get Into🧊 From hockey rinks to whiskey glasses: Jerry’s unexpected journey🥃 The COVID turning point that changed everything🌵 Falling down the tequila & mezcal rabbit hole🍌 Breaking down a wild 17-year Trinidad rum pour💸 Why chasing bottles isn’t the move anymore🧠 How your palate actually evolves over time🎙️ Building Bourbon, Beards & Belvederes from the ground up🧔 The beard game… and the products that actually work🤝 Community over hype—always🎯 Key TakeawaysYour palate will change—what you loved early on may not stickTrying before buying saves money and regretRum and tequila are still wildly underrated categoriesThe “story” matters… but the moment matters moreCommunity is what keeps this whole thing fun💬 Standout Moment“It’s more important what you say no to than what you say yes to.”That applies to bottles… and honestly, everything else too.🎧 Why You Should ListenIf you’ve ever:Bought a bottle you regrettedWondered how your taste changed over timeFelt overwhelmed by all the options out thereThis episode hits home.It’s real, it’s relatable, and it’s exactly what this community is about.📲 Where to ConnectFollow Jerry:Instagram: @a_whiskey_kydd_and_his_peppersPodcast: Bourbon, Beards & Belvederes @bourbonbeardsandbelvederesFollow The Dram Amateur Podcast:Instagram: @dram_amateurYouTube, Facebook🥃 Final PourThis one’s about the journey.Not the hype bottles. Not the price tags.Just good pours…good people…and figuring it out along the way.Until next time—one more pour. 🥃