The best bourbons to pair with brisket, ribs, pulled pork and sausage - BBQ & Bourbon Pairing

[@BourbonPursuit]

There is no better combo... hands down. Thanks for having us on the channel, Matt!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

This was so much fun. The pleasure was all mine. Can't wait for part 2!

[@bchays76]

Just ordered a bottle of the Pursuit United straight bourbon, having it shipped to Maryland. Can't wait to try it. I'm not a big fan of Rye whiskey but I absolutely love Sagamore Rye for some reason, from my home state. If you haven't tried the Sagamore Sherry Finish yet, give it a try, it's incredible. Great collab - thanks for the video. Your Rye blend is next on the list. **Edit** I just realized Pursuit has a Sherry finish colab with Sagamore...add another to the list

[@dusty1792]

Next time y'all need to try burnt ends with Larceny Barrel Proof.

[@dfrford]

I picked up the Black Walnut biters a while ago and I could not afree more, the depth of flavor for an Old Fashioned is amazing!! And Bada Bing Cherries!!!

[@KillinItWithFire]

Just popping up everywhere! Saw the video with Its Bourbon Night earlier. Congrats!

[@Tursk]

This wasn’t the Meat Church video I wanted, but the one I NEEDED!!!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

YESSSSS! Hope you enjoy. It was so much fun.

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad we could fill that need? Thanks for tuning in and glad you liked it!

[@Tursk]

@@ryancecil1509 I’ve got a bottle of bourbon on the way already, can’t wait to try!

[@Michelle-ky8tn]

Heading to the butcher shop and liquor store! Awesome video 👍🏻

[@ryancecil1509]

@@Tursk awesome! enjoy

[@Idahofishnerd]

I love his attention to detail and how in depth he gets explaining bourbon. You can tell how passionate he is about it. Learned a lot

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Zach! I’m super passionate about the spirit and the industry. I’m so grateful I get to play a small part in it. Glad you liked it!

[@BigTexGuitarz]

The descriptions alone make me wanna go find a tasting tour and I’m not a regular liquor drinker at all

[@chrisbowers3275]

Enjoyed the video I started my bourbon journey during covid watching KZbin taking the bourbon tour this coming May in Kentucky and enjoying cooking as well thanks for the video .

[@ryanz76]

I very seldom comment on videos…but this one deserves a comment… excellent! Bourbon & Bbq… two things I love. 👏🏼👏🏼

[@ryancecil1509]

Appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you so much Ryan and thank you for being here.

[@paddie310]

Being a KY boy who loves BBQ and of course bourbon this was a home run!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Patrick! I hope this gets folks interested in bourbon and our state

[@SirPartyRoc]

this is a homerun episode. Mojito recipe is perfect timing as we get into spring season. this just elevated my next BBQ session with my buddies. Bourbon and BBQ is an undisputed match.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you so much. I'm telling you, that Mojito is GOOD!!!!!!

[@ryancecil1509]

It’s dangerously delicious! Glad you liked it! We worked hard on it!

[@Seasidelive]

Sipping Bourbon , Cooking on the Smoker , that`s LIFE ...Thanks.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

You got that right!

[@ryancecil1509]

It doesn’t suck! Cheers

[@KillinItWithFire]

Has to be one of the best episodes of Meat Church! Great job all around

[@ryancecil1509]

I agree and concur!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you!!

[@JeffFlett]

Basil steeped simple syrup makes a really nice old fashioned. Highly recommend.

[@bobbyhelsel1160]

AWESOME VID! So happy I found this channel!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@BearyTexan]

This is my hands down favorite vid ever. Y'all are the best!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@georgemuneio3786]

This Meat Church video is awesome. Two of my life favorites, BBQ & Bourbon... Home Run!!!!!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks George!

[@richsavala6632]

Tursk I agree ! Home from work and I am ready for those drinks

[@kay_jay_em]

Great episode. The hat Matt is wearing is great too!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it! Thanksgiving for watching

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks!!

[@russfrank7451]

I don't comment much, but this video was excellent!! Thank you!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thank you! Glad you liked it!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

I really appreciate the feedback!

[@buddyb1958]

I know this has been out for a while now, but we were visiting our daughter, son in law, and twin grandsons up in Kansas last weekend. Wanted to make the bourbon mojito (which I love), but could not find ginger syrup anywhere in Lawrence. So I used ginger beer instead of club soda. Turned out great! Cheers!

[@ryancecil1509]

Awesome! That’s a great su substitute. Cheers!

[@robertbusek30]

Thanks for the tip! I love Moscow Mules, so this will be an awesome variant!

[@tjf2258]

This session rocked it…really great and timely for my coming weekend with heavy hittin’ dudes and dudettes on a Bourbon tear

[@dikd4019]

That was a great video. I’ve been a bourbon fan for 30 years. This is the first time I’ve seen anyone pair bbq with bourbon. Awesome guys 😂

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks!!

[@dikd4019]

I’ve been experimenting with Holy cow, Fajita and pink curing salt. I’m gonna come up with a jerky mix yet. It’s gotta be there. It’s just a matter of the right mix.

[@evanwoosterDG]

Loved this. Would love to have suggested pairings on all your grilled recipes!

[@ryancecil1509]

Part 2 coming soon :)

[@pelayoasturias6650]

This was fun! Never thought of Bourbon & BBQ before but now I know. Thanks guys.

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks for watching!

[@MRHredsox5]

Shoutout from Louisville, KY here, love this whole concept

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@NiMRaX76]

BBQ & Bourbon! Enough said! ❤

[@ryancecil1509]

That’s right! Cheers!

[@robertbusek30]

On Matt’s advice on a more recent video, I just subscribed to the Bourbon Pursuit podcast. As a guy who likes bourbon while knowing almost nothing about it, I’m looking forward to learning more. Also, I just checked the Pursuit website and found that my local liquor store stocks your products. Can’t wait to try it!

[@karma201]

I couldn’t agree more! BBQ and bourbon… match made in heaven. So cool seeing Matt and Ryan on the same video! Awesome, awesome, awesome!!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you Jason!!!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Jason! We had a great time working on this video

[@jaredmcnutt731]

Sippin' some Knob Creek watching this. Ryan brought his A-Game with the bourbon recommendations.

[@ryancecil1509]

Love Knob creek! Appreciate it

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Awesome. That is what we hoped people would do. Cheers!

[@truefirebbq9444]

You guys are like little kids together. I love it

[@ryancecil1509]

Haha so true!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you!

[@Michelle-ky8tn]

Hope y’all have taken cover with these terrible storms moving through, stay safe!!!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

It dodged us for the most part. Thanks for checking!

[@JM-fc9gm]

Bourbon and BBQ, on a crisp day, with the smell of post oak in the air, as my smoker chugs along, is one of life’s greatest pleasures and you can’t convince me otherwise.

[@ryancecil1509]

No doubt!

[@slavd.4450]

OMG. I’m 80miles away, will gladly drive to your studio for taste testing!

[@ShinyRacer22]

I'm from Scotland and as much as I love our whisky I drink more bourbon than any other spirit, love the stuff. To see it paired here with BBQ I'm all in

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

LOVE IT!

[@seanmcgovern1570]

This got me starving before lunch time, great video! I also heard Ryan say he was trying to respond to all the comments so I’ll consider this a test 😊

[@ryancecil1509]

Don’t test me :) haha thanks for watching

[@danielwilson7409]

I dont drink anymore but four roses is by far my favorite bourbon i have ever tried

[@ryancecil1509]

Its a solid one! Thanks for watching

[@Goose-th3pd]

This was awesome! I noticed the smiles got bigger and bigger as you went through the tasting!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Yep!

[@ryancecil1509]

Haha we weren’t feeling any pain

[@countryliving4869]

I really enjoyed this! I love Bourbon and Meat Church!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you!!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching

[@DannyMacNair]

Two of my most favorite things, great collaboration and how you spoke about bourbon one can buy off the shelf. Thanks Matt, one of my favorite posts of yours now..

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching!

[@pataskren7524]

Oh man! Bourbon and bbq, heck yes

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Yessir!

[@ryancecil1509]

The best!

[@camithegirl9045]

A great whisky for BBQ is Balcones Brimstone. Made in Texas and smoked before bottling. Amazing finish that marries perfectly with smoked meats.

[@ryancecil1509]

Haven’t had that one. Will have to try!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

I have not typically cared for Balcones but I will try this one. Thanks for the rec!

[@benhuth3442]

This was the best video I've seen on KZbin in a long time. My two favorite things!!

[@ryancecil1509]

So glad you liked !

[@joeadams3228]

Awesome episode! Looking forward to more.

[@dedmanic]

i love this video. just getting started on my bourbon hobby journey. a few of those brands you paired i haven't seen or heard of before but will be on the lookout!

[@ryancecil1509]

It’s a rabbit hole but a fun one! Thanks for watching. Glad you liked it!

[@philipparker2634]

I’ve watched this video many times, we need more like this.

[@ryancecil1509]

i agree and concur! glad you enjoyed it!

[@yellowfleece]

Loved this video... suprised the earth didn't stop rotating when these two superpowers were brought together!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it! Matt’s a super power! I’m just a red neck from Bardstown!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Haha. Thank you!!

[@mattcable459]

This is out of control. All the flavors coming together. You guys are getting on to flavor combinations that are groundbreaking. This is the kind of stuff that viewers like me live for. All of us want to enjoy life like this. Not mad at this!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Seriously appreciate the feedback, Matt!

[@ryancecil1509]

Appreciate it! We thought king and hard on this one! A lot of sampling 😂

[@SteveParker-s9y]

This was awesome! Been a fan of Meat Church for a while. Just discovered the Bourbon Pursuit podcast

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Love it!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Steve! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@markthompson2112]

This was a really nice change of pace Matt! How can you go wrong with BBQ and Bourbon! Thank you!

[@ryancecil1509]

You can’t! Glad you like it

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks Mark!

[@dougrs1983]

I know there’s not a lot of time before Saint Patrick’s Day but I’d love to see a smoked corned beef brisket!

[@LUVTHEMSTILLERS78]

Two of my favorite channels coming together for the perfect collaboration - Bourbon & BBQ. Great video guys!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Scott!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks Scott!

[@paulgardnerjr3775]

I went out and found the Pursuit United, Wow is this good! Added some ice and boy did it open it up to a great sipping bourbon. Thanks Ryan for a great bourbon.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Awesome!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you like it! The first pour out of any bottle will be a little hot because of the pressure applied when the cork is set. A little air will help it open up. So will some ice or few drops of water! We really appreciate the support!

[@keith5223]

Great video Matt! You are like the cool neighbor that likes to drink and fire up the smoker!

[@smokinjoeprestwood5889]

Great video. Bourbon is my drink of choice & smoking meat is my passion... 🥃

[@ryancecil1509]

Same here!

[@_Merica_USA]

Probably one of the best Meat Church episodes! I learned a lot about Bourbon 🥃

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

We really appreciate that.

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@mikestewart3670]

Awesome and informative video guys!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thank you! Glad you liked it

[@benpayseur-lu2vj]

Awesome video about two of my favorite subjects. We want more! Keep it up Matt!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks for the feedback Ben!!

[@mikedahlor5806]

As almost equal parts bourbon nerd and BBQ nerd, this video was spot on! Next question to both Ryan & Matt; cigar pairings? With bourbon and after the BBQ. Top marks Fellas!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Im in! Thanks Mike!

[@philipparker2634]

Two of my favorite things in the world, BBQ and bourbon. Now all I need is a good cigar! Great video.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks Philip!

[@ryancecil1509]

The Holy Trinity! Thanks for tuning in

[@CommonSense823]

I can't wait for warmer weather to sit out on the patio, kick back with some bourbons and all the smoked meats. Down to put all of these pairings to the test and try a few more.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Love it. Thanks for watching Ryan.

[@ryancecil1509]

Heck yeah! Let us know what you think

[@noobsaibot555]

My fav episode thus far!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it

[@hunterford9018]

Gotta give the Rutster some love! I heard Vinnie had a couple of those bourbon mojitos back in 87 and he didn’t go 20!

[@wcouturier1028]

Matt, I love that hat... when are they going to show up in your online shop?

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

If New Era will start taking orders again.

[@sjeagles609]

Combining two of my favorite hobbies

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks Michael. We were hoping to find a lot of folks like you. The demo seems to be shared.

[@EnjoyTheDash24]

Matt, this video was awesome. Seems like you were having the time of your life...looks like someone likes bourbon...lol

[@ryancecil1509]

Had to cut him off later that night! Haha jk

[@leeward4714]

Now that is something I need to try. Awesome video as always

[@andyb7663]

I know what I'm doing this weekend! Also, that hoodie....put it in the store.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

That was one of, if not our first, hoodie.

[@andrewpowe6260]

Perfect start to this morning, some BBQ and whiskey! 😋

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

That is my life. :)

[@ryancecil1509]

better than coffee! cheers

[@burner27]

Everything I've had out of that Wild Turkey/Russell's line has been phenomenal.

[@ryancecil1509]

Yes they make great products!

[@jrfh22012]

More of these please!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

We are thinking there will be a part 2!

[@ryancecil1509]

i'd love to do a part 2!

[@uwrossl]

After drinking ECBP consistently I can't get over the light color of the small batch. Love BBQ with bourbon and then some nice chocolate with bourbon for desert!

[@scott729]

Love Bourbon! So it only makes sense to team up and launch your new blend "Holy Water" that is 100% BBQ friendly ...... 😁

[@drillsgtlangdon]

I am a huge fan of both worlds. This is one of my favorites of all posts on the channel as it feeds both of my passions. Bourbon & BBQ.. Cant go wrong! Thank you :)

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@jerryoconnor9227]

You had me at BBQ & Bourbon.

[@mikedell3144]

Great video. I love making BBQ and I'm getting started on the bourbon journey; goes great with good cigars. Thanks and keep the videos rolling.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Cheers, Mike!

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Mike! It goes great with everything :) but yes cigars and bourbon go hand and hand as well!

[@stevemaynor2624]

Matt again another great video love the pairings not a bourbon drinker but I'm definitely gonna try this

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks Steve.

[@ryancecil1509]

If you're new to bourbon, these may overwhelm your palate and you can add a few drops of water or put on ice to help mellow it out.

[@NiMRaX76]

Part 2 please sirs. Beef ribs, rib eye steak and pulled pork sandwiches (railhead style - you know what I’m taking about)!

[@ryancecil1509]

I’ll bring the bourbon! @meatchurch you’re on the hook for the food!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

YES!

[@kevahlers5414]

Home run video fellas!! This has been outstanding!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

We really appreciate that!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it! we worked hard on it!

[@Colin0515]

This video was awesome. Might need a bourbon video series with Ryan as a recurring guest

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thanks for the feedback. I'd love to do these again.

[@ryancecil1509]

I’m in!

[@Mike_Richardson_1955]

Matt you guys nailed this video!! Wow all that info on Bourbon pairing food, Thanks Buddy!!!!!!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Our pleasure!

[@jack_golf_show]

Enjoy the vlogs bro from here in Guanajuato. I grew up at the end of Grove Creek Rd and Royal Lane off 77 at the Hammond Ranch back in the 80’s. Keep up the great work

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Very cool!

[@michaelbarron8421]

Heaven! Bourbon & BBQ!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Oh yes!

[@1meaner]

Looks like I’m adding Pursuit to my next bourbon trail trip!

[@ryancecil1509]

Love it! We appreciate the support!

[@schafer2684]

Loved seeing Ryan from Bardstown mixing and pairing bourbon. I went to Bardstown last year as part of a Bourbon Trail pilgrimage. Fantastic place!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Very cool!

[@jraderstorf]

Yes! I always drink bourbon while barbecuing and this video was a home run! Nice to have better insight of what to pair with the meats I'm cooking and will have to try those cocktails as well! Great video!

[@ryancecil1509]

No better combo! Glad you liked it!

[@aldolajak1267]

Well, Ryan really got me with the siren phrase, "machinist doing tool and die repair". As an "old school" tool and die maker, (pre-CNC, OK, try and guess my age), I can vouch for the importance of Bourbon, (any distiller), as a liniment while trying to produce tools that actually can make what elite "design engineers" sketch on descendants of vellum. Ryan, as a bourbon Master Blender, is likely cut from the same cloth as most tool and die makers throughout the world, that of those possessing the character flaw known as PERFECTIONISM. As with the "sour mash" concept, us old machinists know the importance of incorporating the old with the new. PS: Matt's "Yeah........ I mean, is a pig's ass pork?" at 20:44 is epic. In the end: I would totally fork over $200 to $300 for a Bourbon and BBQ tasting like this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Haha yes my Dad instilled “perfectionism” in me. You machinist are working in .000010 tolerance. I’ve cleaned my fair share of mills and lathes in my day! I obsess over each blend and tweak it until it’s perfect! Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it.

[@codytx]

Great vid! Whiskey and BBQ make a lot of sense together!

[@ryancecil1509]

They sure do!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Thank you Cody!

[@jjmartinez4188]

Really enjoyed this, keep it coming!!!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it!

[@davida3940]

Great show. Big fan of Meat Church and Bourbon Pursuit. Glad you put it together, thanks.

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks for the support! Glad you like it

[@BenPrzeslak]

Finally got the chance to watch this one! Love that by the end, you can see all that bourbon hittin Matt. Haha! Definitely handled it better than I would. Awesome video! Love the concept! Now I gotta go find a bottle of Pursuit United!

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it! We weren’t feeling any pain by the end of it! I appreciate the support!

[@kellyklotz1744]

Great video and knowledge sharing thanks 😊 do another in the future

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it! And I hope we can do a part 2 sometime!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

For sure!

[@christopheranders1538]

Love to see another video like this. The real question is how drunk we’re y’all at the end? I drink bourbon and that is alot of bourbon.

[@ryancecil1509]

We weren’t feeling any pain by the end! Glad you like it!

[@mrt4088]

Great information! If it is posted somewhere and I missed it sorry. But what do you do your smoking and bbqing on?

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

I have every type of smoker you can think of from offset smokers (Mill Scale) to pellet grills in Traeger.

[@lewishuff0911]

My two favorite food groups… Bourbon and BBQ!

[@ryancecil1509]

The best!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

SAME!

[@jimscharba4818]

I just love your videos...keep up the good work.

[@chopperbristow]

How cool is this? I'm in NZ, can't wait to tour the southern US

[@ryancecil1509]

Come to KY and hop on the bourbon trail! It’s a blast!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Cheers!

[@mckinlrs]

Incredible. More of these please.

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

I'm down with part 2.

[@ryancecil1509]

Glad you liked it! I’m in for part 2!

[@stevegrieb6596]

Mr. Pittman I admire your dedication. Forcing yourself to eat all that barbecue and drink whiskey. I love your channel and I admire your courage and self sacrifice.

[@ryancecil1509]

I was hazing him all night. Eat more, drink more!

[@domcedillo]

Ryan Cecile- you can definitely get that brisket in Louisville. We should link up.

[@ryancecil1509]

I’ve yet to have brisket this good anywhere in Louisville. Would love a recommendation

[@kellypatterson8506]

Matt, maybe could try using those paired bourbons in your sauces and/or marinades and see how it turns out.

[@ryancecil1509]

I agree!

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

Agree!

[@dennisweedman4374]

Ryan and Matt make an awesome duo. Looking forward to many more of these videos! Great direction for the channel.

[@ryancecil1509]

Thanks Dennis! We had a great time working on this

[@23ban33kin]

I really need to rethink my career path. A day drinking bourbon and eating bbq is way better than my job! Great video, very informative thanks!

[@ryancecil1509]

All it takes is a lot of courage and debt in my case! Glad you liked it!

[@jokerface1269]

Right before the brisket pairing. Matt says, "A couple small slices osofit." 😆 🤣

[@MeatChurchBBQ]

LOLOL busted.