The Fred Minnick Show, hosted by spirits author and historian Fred Minnick, pairs him with guests over drinks to talk about bourbon, music, life and travel. The show has 273 episodes, released weekly, typically 22 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly bourbon reviews and celebrity tastings reach an engaged spirits audience
- 273 episodes released weekly with a 4.8 average on Apple Podcasts from 158 ratings
- Host Fred Minnick is a spirits author and historian who reviews bottles in detail
- Guest interviews with musicians and industry figures widen the audience beyond bourbon fans
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted tasting, solo review
- Tone
- conversational, informal
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 15 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Alcohol reviews and bourbon content, with the explicit flag set to 0 in the feed; episode titles are not flagged for other concerns.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | feeds.megaphone.fm/IKDNN3100049393 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1490483021 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/IKDNN3100049393 |
Benchmark score: 10 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Is The Bourbon Culture Changing? | 2026-09-09 | 13 min |
| 3 Sleeper Bourbons Before They Get Allocated | 2026-09-03 | 13 min |
| Bourbon Review: Jefferson's 20 Year Founders Reserve | 2026-09-02 | 18 min |
| Best Bourbon, Best in Show at 2026 ASCOT Awards | 2026-07-17 | 29 min |
| Dark Arts Ambassador Reaction to Winning ASCOT Award! | 2026-07-16 | 6 min |
| Bourbon Review: Eagle Rare 30 Year | 2026-05-11 | 34 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 40 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The Fred Minnick Show features spirits author, historian and curator Fred Minnick, who interviews celebrities over good drinks. Through the journey, the artists open up to Minnick about life tribulations, what it's like on the road and their favorite foods. Really, it's just two people tasting and talking.
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About The Fred Minnick Show
The Fred Minnick Show is hosted by spirits author and historian Fred Minnick, who interviews musicians and other guests over drinks and reviews bourbon. Its episodes cover bottle reviews, industry news and guest conversations about life and travel, according to the feed and the show's description. The show has 273 episodes released weekly, with a median length of about 22 minutes.
The show holds a 4.8 average rating from 158 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listener figures are estimates: about 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, skewing male and aged 35 and older, based on the rating count and show history. The feed names no sponsors.
At an estimated $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, the show suits spirits brands, bourbon retailers and premium food and drink companies looking for a niche, engaged audience. Sponsor contact details unlock on Starbooked for $0.80.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Fred Minnick Show can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Fred Minnick Show
How much does The Fred Minnick Show charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. Actual rates are set by the show and should be confirmed directly.
What is The Fred Minnick Show about?
The show features spirits author Fred Minnick interviewing guests over drinks, including bourbon reviews, industry discussion and conversations with musicians about life and travel.
How do I contact The Fred Minnick Show about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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