Burk’s Thoughts- Lollapalooza Day 1 Podcast Episode

Officially back to recording podcast and YouTube videos!

Starting back up slow with season 2 of Burk’s Thoughts in which I discuss the events of Lollapalooza day 1.

Tune in to see the craziness that transpired, Brad’s first mosh pit, my personal thoughts on Joel Richard Tequila 3 year extra añejo, and a hell of a lot more!

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Burk’s Thoughts Episodes

Advice For Tequila Brands

Just a bit of advice for tequila brands from what I’ve observed here in the Chicago market….

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Burk’s Thoughts: Brickgate Bystanders’ Responsibility

My random thoughts on what random strangers should expect out of bystanders during potentially dangerous moments.

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The Talk Between Adult Kids & Baby Boomer/Gen X Parents

My random thoughts on Boomer & Gen X parents being upset over their talks with their adult kids.

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Burk’s Thoughts: Do You Have Great Friends?

Just a few of my random thoughts about what type of friend I strive to be and the friends I look to surround myself with.

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Burk’s Thoughts: Victim Mentality

Back again with some Burk’s Thoughts!

In this episode, I’m giving my perspective on victim mentality. Check out my thoughts and please chime in with yours!

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5 Tequilas You Need On Your Bar ASAP!

Looking for new tequilas to try???

Check out these 5 tequilas you should all know about ASAP then pick up a bottle of each immediately!

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Different Tequila Expressions Pt 2, Joven-Extra Añejo

Check out part 2 of Different Tequila Expressions!

In this one I go through the joven-extra añejo expressions.

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Different Expressions Of Tequila Part 1 (Mixto-Reposado)

Ever wonder how many different expressions there are? Well here’s a great source for you! Come check out all the different expressions of tequila that exist in the main markets today!

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Burk’s Thoughts: Why Do People Set the Oven This Way?

Who sets the oven this way?

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Burks’ Thoughts- Tequila Ocho Single Barrel Story

Does this make me an alcoholic, VIP client, or a little bit of both?

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I’ve officially updated my 2022 Tequila Wish List with a whole gang of new brands for you guys to search out with me! Check out what’s new and what brands I was able to cross off my 2021 wish list as well!

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FEAR IS THE GRIM REAPER OF CREATIVITY

Yeah, I said it. Fuck fear and the dark horse it road in on!

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Who’s Your GOAT

Lebron the GOAT. POINT, BLANK, PERIOD.

What’s your vote?

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Beginning of Tequila Lovers Anonymous

This all started off as a Facebook group meant for a group of my friends and I to start sharing the tequilas and whiskeys we loved to drink and wanted to recommend to each other.

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Popular Tequila vs Quality Tequila

Are you buying your tequila based off popularity or off quality?

Find out here!

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TLA Members Only Discounts

Pātsch Tequila Extra Añejo Expression Quick Review & Ranking

Check out what could possibly be my favorite tequila of all time!

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TLA Members Only Discount- Booze Veteran Co.

Are you a TLA Members Only member? If not, why not?…??? If so, take advantage of this discount now!

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Mexi Seltzer Discount

Mexi Seltzer has been kind enough to provide me with a discount code to share with all of you guys!

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Members Only Discount- Pātsch Tequila

Check out this exclusive TLA Members Only members discount from Pātsch Tequila!

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Members Only Discount- PO’UP! Card Game

Extremely happy to be partnering with PO’UP! Card Game to bring an amazing discount for a dope drinking game to all the members of TLA Members Only!

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TLA Top 15 Añejos

2021 TLA Top Añejo Tequilas!

What are you grabbing first?

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Suerte Tequila Reposado Expression & Ancestry Cigars Pairing

Extremely happy to be enjoying this amazing pairing from 2 TLA Brand Partners on this cold winter night!

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Members Only Discount- Brickterranean Beer Hut

So happy to be adding Brickterranean as a TLA Brand Partner! The beer glassware they produce along with the amazing high ABV brews they create are just works of art.

Fortunately you can order your glassware and brews now with a special 15% off discount for subscribing to TLA Members Only.

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TLA Business Spotlight- Suerte Tequila

Had a great time speaking to Laurence, the owner of Suerte Tequila in this TLA Business Spotlight!

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Members Only Discount- Suerte Tequila

Extremely happy to be partnering with Suerte Tequila to bring an amazing discount for an amazing tequila to all the members of TLA Members Only!

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Members Only Discount- B-Cycled Bottles

Extremely happy to be partnering with B-Cycled Bottles to bring an amazing discount for amazing repurposed alcohol bottle glasses to all the members of TLA Members Only!

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Tequila With Friends- Favorite Brand Of Cigar/Liquor Collection, Mack Brewing Co, My El Tesoro Collection Podcast Episode

In this episode of Tequila With Friends, I’m joined by several of my good friends to discuss our liquor/cigar collections, which brands we prefer to collect, and more.

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Members Only Discount- Mack Brewing Co.

Extremely happy to be partnering with Mack Brewing Co. to bring an amazing discount for an amazing craft beer to all the members of TLA Members Only!

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Members Only Discount- Mala Vida Tequila

Check out this Mala Vida Tequila TLA Members Only discount for TLA Members Only members!

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Additional TLA Articles

TLA Blue Bag Night Rankings

Rank your expression here

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Spirits Brand Advice: What To Expect From Your Distributor

As I’ve went through this journey of the spirits world, I’ve amassed a great amount of knowledge on what makes a brand successful. This varies in a multitude of business approaches to outlooks on customer approach, and even how to deal with staff to efficiently grow.

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Rey Del Mundo Tequila Tasting Part 2

Part 2 of the Rey Del Mundo Tequila & Supremacia Tequila tasting at The Embassy Cigar Lounge featuring Marcus Cantu, the owner of the Cantu Group.

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Rey Del Mundo Tequila Tasting Pt 1

Part 1 of the Rey Del Mundo Tequila tasting at The Embassy Cigar Lounge featuring Marcus Cantu, the owner of the Cantu Group.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet Pt 7

Part 7 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 6

Part 6 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 5

Part 5 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila owner meet & greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 4

Part 4 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet at The Embassy Cigar Lounge.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet Pt 3

Part 3 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila Owner Meet & Greet at the Embassy Cigar Lounge.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet Pt 2

Part 2 of the Casa De Reyes Tequila owners Meet & Greet event at the Embassy Cigar Lounge.

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Casa De Reyes Tequila Owners Meet & Greet Pt 1

Part 1 of the recent visit to The Embassy Cigar Lounge by the owners of Casa De Reyes Tequila.

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Everything Cary Wines

Welcome to the official Cary Wines newsletter!

Please purchase the one time $23 newsletter to receive your complimentary bottle of the expression of your choice.

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Reyalibre Tequila Pre Launch Party At The Embassy Cigar Lounge Pt 1

Part 1 of the origin story of Reyalibre Tequila. Check it out ASAP to learn about what inspired the owners, Asia & E, to start this amazing brand!

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Basics Of Whiskey Part 2

This is part 2 of the Basics Of Whiskey!

Check this out now to finish your basic knowledge class on whiskey now!

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Basics Of Whiskey Part 1

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between all the whiskeys?

No?

Click on this article to find out now!

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Amatiteña Tequila Añejo & The Embassy Cigar Vanilla Night Pairing

Is this your next top shelf tequila and cigar pairing????

Check out where this Amatiteña Tequila añejo and The Embassy Cigar Vanilla Knight blend pairing ASAP to see where it ranks!

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Inspiro Tequila Rosa Blanco Express Ranking

Check out where Inspiro Tequila’s rosa reposado ranks on the TLA scale now!

Also, find out the best occasions you should be buying this tequila for!

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Tequila General Gorostieta Joven Express Ranking

Is this the best Joven on the market?

Tequila General Gorostieta joven expression might be your next favorite tequila! Check out the article to learn why.

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Suerte Tequila 8 Year Extra Añejo Express Ranking

Is this Suerte Tequila 8 year extra añejo the best value extra añejo on the market?

Click that link to find out now!!!

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Tequila General Gorostieta Blanco Express Ranking

Is Tequila General Gorostieta blanco the best blanco on the market today?!?!

You need to know about this brand ASAP and this ranking will explain exactly why!

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Severo Tequila Reposado Express Ranking

Is this the best reposado no one is talking about???

Check out this ranking of Severo Tequila’s reposado to find out exactly where it ranks on the TLA scale and where you can pick up a bottle of your own!

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