How To Get Your Memorial Day Grill Going Great!!

About this episode

Tony and Fingers discuss grilling for Memorial Day while reviewing a cigar and bourbon.

Tony and Fingers review the My Father La Gran Oferta Lancero and the James E. Pepper Barrel Proof Decanter Bourbon. The cigar brings early pepper, leather, wood, and a mellowing medium profile that makes a strong case for the humidor. The bourbon turns out to be a hidden gem, with oak, vanilla, fruit, a rich mouthfeel, and a shockingly smooth finish for nearly 110 proof. Also this week: Memorial Day grilling, Indy 500 cigar traditions, brisket plans, grill deals, Masterbuilt vs. Traeger talk, Allegiant filling Spirit Airlines routes, Cracker Barrel giveaways, old-school lunches, used car chaos, EV range anxiety, and whether anyone should ever order Cracker Barrel delivery. Plus, Tony explains why the radio call of the Indianapolis 500 is unlike anything else. Find everything at EatDrinkSmokeShow.com.

People in this episode

Host: Tony Katz

Topics covered

• grilling
• cigars
• bourbon
• Memorial Day
• Indy 500
• food traditions
• cooking equipment

Keywords

• Memorial Day grilling
• My Father La Gran Oferta Lancero
• James E. Pepper Bourbon
• Indy 500 traditions
• grill deals
• cigar reviews
• food and drink

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cracker Barrel, Spirit Airlines, Masterbuilt, Traeger

Products: My Father La Gran Oferta Lancero, James E. Pepper Barrel Proof Decanter Bourbon

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