Whiskey reviews with Devo, Rob and Victor. Our goal is to find the best bottle of Bourbon or Rye Whiskey, along with other enjoyable Whiskeys. We are Whiskey enthusiasts that are learning more about Whiskey by the bottle and we hope you will join us on the journey. From our experience with Whiskey (AKA Whiskey Nights) we always enjoy some good discussion and would not want you to miss out. With that being said, our normal podcasks will consist of 2 parts: 1 part Whiskey and the other part "W ...
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Welcome to Bungholes and Rabbit Holes, a new podcast from the creators of Whiskey Biz Podcask, Rob, Devo and Victor. We review whiskeys and staying true to the name, we go down plenty of rabbit holes along the way. If you are interested in learning more about whiskey, how certain whiskeys taste, or love hearing guys discuss random topics or people who do stupid things, you are in the right place. Thank you for checking us out. We hope you will join us in our podcasting journey.
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John J Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon
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For those of you that have been around for a while, you may remember us reviewing Bowman Brothers Small Batch Bourbon with Bourbon of the Week. This week we review the single barrel version. It comes in at a slightly higher proof, is smooth and an overall interesting pour but with a steeper price point that brings up the argument as to whether or n…
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What is better than 1 whiskey review, well that would be 2. That sounded more excited in my head but it is what it is. We were so excited to try these bottles that Rob made us do both in the same episode. We hope you enjoy!! Whiskey: Penelope American Light 13 year and Toasted Rye Price: $80-100 each retail Proof: 128.6 (American Light) and 100 (To…
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Heaven Hill Grain to Glass - Is It Worth It?
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The newest release out of Heaven Hill is the Grain to Glass Series with their 3 different bottles, the bourbon, wheated bourbon, and rye. We review the bourbon this episode. Coming in with a hefty price tag of just over $100, it is a pricey whiskey but we have found that some pricey whiskeys are worth it but others just aren't. Whiskey: Heaven Hill…
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With Victor out on medical leave, Devo and Rob take on this review in full stride. Our first Cognac Cask finished bourbon to date uses the Old Elk High-Malt Bourbon (5 Year) and ages it secondarily in a Cognac Barrel for 10 more months. It makes for an interesting tasting whiskey that is likely unlike anything you have tried. Whiskey: Old Elk Cogna…
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We all know Devo loves his Knob, but will this tickle his fancy? Only time will tell. This bottle is an intriguing mix at 70% Knob Creek 7 Year Rye and 30% Knob Creek 9 Year Bourbon. Jefferson's has been very well know for their master blenders, but how will Knob Creek do on this blend? Whiskey: Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye Price: $45 Proof: 113 Age: 9…
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A Dusty Knob Creek Cask Strength Rye
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Well, this was one of those bottles you see and it looks familiar but so different. This bottle was a dusty when I bought it. It was bottled in 2018 and I bought it around 2022-2023. Knob Creek Cask Strength Rye appears to have been a special release that ended with the 2018 version and can still be found today, although it may be hard to find on y…
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Rebel 10 Year is a wheated Bourbon made by Lux Row Distillers out of Bardstown, Kentucky. As you know we are bigger fans of rye than wheat but is this whiskey worth the chase? Listen in to find out Whiskey: Rebel 10 Year Bourbon Price: $95 Proof: 100 Age: 10 Years Whiskey Talk: The Auto Club (AAA) and a bunch of randomness. Links: Email: whiskeybiz…
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DEVO IS BACK!!! We hope you are as excited as we were. It has been quite some time since he missed an episode and we are happy to say that his little one has been born and is doing well. Whiskey: Chattanooga Cask Bourbon Price: $50 Proof: 111 Age: 2 Years Whiskey Talk: Ain't no party like a Diddy Party Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/T…
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Victor and Rob review the new Jim Beam Rye while Devo is on Medical leave. This new whiskey from Jim Beam is an interesting sipper with more going for it than expected. We hope you enjoy. Whiskey: Jim Beam Rye Price: $15 Proof: 80 Age: 4 Years Whiskey Talk: Ain't no party like a Diddy Party Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/TikTok/Twitch…
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With Devo out, Victor stepped up in a big way with strong review and whiskey talk skills. He definitely stepped up and knocked it out of the park. Well, on to the whiskey. This week Victor and Rob try Penelope Rio, a triple cask aged bourbon out of Penelope. It is hard to find and on the pricier side, so is it worth it? I hope we do a good job of a…
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Knock Knock Knockin' on Heavens Door
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We have another whiskey from Heaven's Door on tab this week. This is their newest line of whiskey called Revival that appears to be favoring the more budget friendly consumers. Their other whiskey is not necessarily overpriced but from what we have seen, this is the first sub $40 bottle we have found. Whiskey: Heavens Door Revival Price: $40 Proof:…
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Rob heard good things via TikTok about our first Missouri bourbon review. Ben Holladay has it's fair share of different types of whiskeys but we decided on the Bottled in Bond. An interesting sipper that is so unique that we experienced flavors that we have not really experienced before in bourbon... Whiskey: Ben Holladay Bottled In Bond Bourbon Pr…
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This had to be the least excited review we have had in some time, but it lead to a surprisingly interesting episode. One of our patrons requested that we review Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream. We don't want to spoil too much (like leaving this out after opening), but our thoughts may surprise you. Whiskey: Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream Price: $25 Proof:…
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Longbranch was our highest rated bourbon for quite some time. Over time, our palates have changed and we were not sure if we rated it too highly. The only major change since our original review is the bourbon is no longer affiliated with Matthew McConaughey. Is it really as good as we originally thought it was? Whiskey: Longbranch Bourbon by Wild T…
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Old Forester Single Barrel - Barrel Strength Rye
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As you all know, we are big fans of Old Forester. They have great whisky so we couldn't pass up a couple of bottles of their Single Barrel Barrel Strength Rye. Does it stand up in terms of high proof ryes? Is it as good as the Barrel Proof Bourbon which is one of our all time favorites? We wanted to know as much as you do. Whiskey: Old Forester Sin…
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In this week of what the hell are we doing, we review 5 different Jim Beam flavored whiskeys. We know.... not a great choice but it has been a while since we have done something like this. So, are there really some that aren't that bad? Whiskey: Jim Beam Apple, Red Stag, Vanilla, Honey, and Peach Price: $15 Proof: 65 Age: Who cares... Whiskey Talk:…
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Although we have never done Blackened, Rob got a killer deal on the Wes Henderson Collab, so we had to do a review of it. If you were unaware, Blackened is aged in a rickhouse where they play Metallica music. Who knows if it helps but this collab made for a very interesting sipper. Whiskey: Blackened X Wes Henderson Price: $100 Proof: 116.2 Age: 6 …
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There is no better whiskey to buy in Vegas than Lucky Seven Bourbon? Well, are you feeling lucky, punk? Whiskey: Lucky Seven Bourbon - The Holiday Toast Price: $80 Proof: 119.4 Age: Unknown Whiskey Talk: Trump Assassination attempt.... Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/TikTok/Twitch: @whiskeybizpodcask Youtube Channel: https://www.youtub…
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Jack Daniels Travelers Series - Sweet and Oaky
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While Rob was on his cruise/honeymoon, he picked up a special Jack Daniel's bottle. Yeah, we know that it doesn't make sense but he did. Well this specific bottle is only available overseas or at Duty Free areas. It was a unique experience and gave us a flavor of Jack Daniel's that we have not experienced. Whiskey: Jack Daniel's Travelers - Sweet a…
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An Unexpected Whiskey Double Header
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Well, we started with 1 whiskey but decided to review 2 and boy, did we have 2 polar opposite whiskeys. Creek Water is an American whiskey, aged a minimum of 1 day and Resilient 16 Year Bourbon, is aged a minimum of 16 years. One interesting thing we learned was Creek Water is Yelawolf's whiskey which if you don't know Yelawolf, he is a white rappe…
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Well, after having the Ocean, which is a fine pour but a bit pricey, we were a bit unsure why Victor wanted to do it, but he did not let us down. It is a nice pour with pretty much everything you would like in a bourbon. Whiskey: Angel's Envy Bourbon Price: $90 Proof: 104 Age: 4 Years in the US and 18 months in Singapore Whiskey Talk: I mean, what …
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Surprisingly, we have never done a full review of Angel's Envy Bourbon, but that changes today... An interesting pour for a port barrel aged bourbon that has a lot of flavor for it's low proof. Also, interestingly enough, the pricing on this bourbon has not really increased like the other Kentucky bourbons out there. Whiskey: Angel's Envy Bourbon P…
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Whiskey: High West Cask Strength Bourbon Price: $80 Proof: 115 Age: 4 years Whiskey Talk: Another true whiskey talk. We jump all around the place but start out talking about baseball. Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/TikTok/Twitch: @whiskeybizpodcask Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs16q1Q7hF0m8N3O1YY4gMw Patreon: www.…
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Rob has been searching for this bottle for some time based on a review he heard online. Surprisingly, it is from a company not too far from us and he found it while out of town. With that being said, this rye is a 95% Rye that has a very unique palate and flavors we did not expect.... Whiskey: Black Market Rye Price: $40 Proof: 90 Age: 3 years Whis…
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We are a bit late to this one, but Victor gave Rob this bottle for Christmas and we have been meaning to review it. To take things a little further and clarify, Devo recommended this bottle to Victor to buy for Rob..... Well, this brings up some interesting banter in the podcast.... We hope you enjoy. Whiskey: Black Saddle 12 Year Bourbon Price: $6…
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As you all likely know, we have a special spot in our hearts for Bulleit, except the single malt (just a huge mistake). So, when we saw the 12 year Rye, we had to give it a shot. The only major change to this rye whiskey was over doubling the age. It is quite a smooth sipper with some good flavors, but does it hold up to the higher price tag than B…
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Athenaeum Double Barrel Bourbon Whisky
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Devo picked another "wonderful" whisky. This one aged in Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels from Napa Valley, which is in California if you weren't sure. It is very wine forward with some interesting flavors in the mix. The big question is, "Is it Devo Pour approved"? Whiskey: Athenaeum Double Barrel Bourbon Whisky Price: $46 Proof: 90 Age: 2 year Whi…
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Cadee Distillery Bourbon and Deceptivus
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We have a double header this week with 2 different Cadee Distiller whiskeys, their bourbon whiskey and Deceptivus (bourbon aged in Portuguese Port barrels). We had never heard of this distillery, from Washington, before and it came in at an intriguing price point and with some awards to it's name. Is it worth the price? Whiskey: Cadee Bourbon Whisk…
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If you didn't listen to the prior 6 episodes, pause this one and start with the first bracket. It has been an interesting series with a few surprises along the way. We have Old Forester 1897 vs Heaven Hill BiB 7 Year. We may or may not give EHT Small batch another shot but who knows. We hope you enjoy. Whiskey Talk: Not much of a whiskey talk this …
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Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond vs EHT Small Batch
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The Final Semi-Final matchup is finally here. The most difficult decision we have had to make to date. These 2 whiskeys are among our highest rated whiskeys that we have reviewed and for good reason, they are solid. Listen in to see who makes it to the finals. Whiskey Talk: This is a surprise topic, you will have to listen to find out but I don't t…
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Old Forester 1897 vs Old Granddad Bonded
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We cannot believe this is our 5th bracket already. We are almost to the finals!! Who do you guys think will make it? Can OGD Bonded have it's second upset? Whiskey Talk: There have been a few beauty (anti-aging products) that use foreskin in the formula.... Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/TikTok/Twitch: @whiskeybizpodcask Youtube Chann…
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The Final First Round BiB Bracket - Heaven Hill 7 Yr vs Kirkland Bottled in Bond
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This week we have an interesting one. We are still kicking ourselves in the ass for not pairing Kirkland BiB vs 1792 BiB but mistakes were made and we can only move forward. This week we have Heaven Hill a favorite to win it all up against Kirkland Bottled in Bond, a definite underdog in the bracket. Can Kirkland (aka 1792) upset the strong contend…
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Bottled in Bond Bracket Part 3 - Does price really matter?
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We have a special episode in store for you this week. Our patron, Kevin joins us for EH Taylor Small Batch vs Evan Williams Bottled in Bond. This is probably the biggest price gap between bottles, not necessarily at MSRP, but when looking at what most people can find the bottle for. Can Evan Williams BiB pull out the upset? What do you think? Whisk…
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This week we have our second Bottled in Bond Bracket with #4 1792 Bottled in Bond up against #5 Old Granddad Bonded. Could we have our first upset? Who do you think will win? Listen in to see who moves on. Don't forget to check out our TikTok page for the bracket. Whiskey Talk: Cruises, especially the Carnival issues with flooding and other issues …
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Battle of the Bonded - OF 1897 vs Early Times BiB
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The time is finally here, the bonded bracket has officially started. This first episode we have the #1 ranked BiB bottle vs the #8. Can Early Times BiB upset Old Forester 1897? Early times is a great value whiskey with good flavor for the price point and Old Forester is always a solid option. Listen in to find out who wins and don't forget to check…
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Bottled in Bond is usually a great choice, but is it a good choice under $20? Early Times Bottled in Bond comes in right under that for a liter bottle. Yes, you heard us right, under $20. Whiskey: Early Times Bottled in Bond Price: $20 Proof: 100 Age: 4 Year Whiskey Talk: I never thought that we would talk so much about reality TV but this season o…
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Rob is truly on fire with picks.... Another gem for this weeks episode. Easy Rider appears to be targeting the "bikers" but does it hit the spot or does it fall short. Whiskey: Easy Rider Bourbon Price: $27 Proof: 80 Age: 4 Year Whiskey Talk: A true whiskey talk, we start with soup and hit other items like dad jokes, asbestos and montezuma's reveng…
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What happens when Rob goes shopping for whiskeys for the episode and they put a non whiskey on the bourbon aisle? We review 2 bottles and make sure 1 is whiskey.... All jokes aside, we have 2 bottles for review and we hope we help you not make the same mistake that we did.... Whiskey: Casey Jones Double Barrel (Not whiskey) and Forty Nine Mile Bour…
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This week we have a special guest, Sergio. You likely have heard him on with us before, but he recommended this bottle and wanted to join us to review it. This High Rye Boubon has a nice palate and is solid across the board. The tricky part with Rabbit Hole is they tend to have a higher price tag than a lot of other distilleries. Is it worth it? Wh…
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Well, we learned something new this week. Bulleit has a single malt whiskey and we (being primarily bourbon and rye lovers) do our best to review this. It definitely has a unique flavor that is different from what is usually expected from Bulleit. Whiskey: Bulleit Single Malt Price: $60 Proof: 90 Age: Not Disclosed but aged in new American Oak barr…
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The Architect - Was it Planned Out Well?
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It has been a while since we have reviewed a Penelope product. At one point, Penelope was one of the up and coming whiskey brands (they source, so not a distillery). Now, they are a fairly well known brand that can be fairly easily found throughout the US. The Architect is a bourbon aged with French oak staves which gives the whiskey unique flavor …
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The Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton Collab
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Well, if you follow any "Whiskey Influencers" on any social media platform, you likely have heard of the most recent whiskey from Buffalo Trace. Traveller Whiskey is a Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton collaboration that leads to an interesting whiskey. More suited for those newer into the whiskey scene, it produces a smooth sip favoring the sweete…
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What is up everyone? This episode finishes up our Under $20 January. We got lucky with these. They were all pretty good, at least relatively. Devo picked or final whiskey for this series and surprise surprise, it's a rye. Also, if you have followed along for a while, you probably would guess that Rob would not pick a Jack Daniels bottle. We hope yo…
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For the 3rd part of under $20 bottles, we have Wild Turkey Bourbon, the first well known one of this segment. If you've followed us for a while, you likely know that we enjoy Wild Turkey 101, but surprisingly, none of us have every had Wild Turkey Bourbon. The big question is, is it still good? Whiskey: Wild Turkey Bourbon Price: $18 Proof: 81 Age:…
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Jim Beam Black label is under $20? It sure is. Finally an under $20 bottle from a well known distillery. Jim Beam Black is Extra Aged at around 6 years giving a nice change to the white label that we all know so well. Whiskey: Jim Beam Black - Extra Aged Price: $19 Proof: 86 Age: 6 Year Whiskey Talk: Is Bourbon the new Scotch for the higher ups? Li…
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Well, as we promised this month we are only going to review whiskeys that are sub-$20. Yeah, we know, not a great choice but here we go.... Whiskey: Lonehand Bourbon - Tennessee Whiskey Price: $15 Proof: 80 Age: 2 Year Whiskey Talk: The Epstein List and the new product from Whistlepig (not a whiskey). Links: Email: whiskeybizpodcask@gmail.com IG/Ti…
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Happy New Year!! We hope you and your families had a great ending to 2023 and look forward to what 2024 holds. With that being said, the whiskey for this week may have been the biggest disappointment to date. Whiskey: Basil Hayden Dark Rye Price: $45 Proof: 80 Age: 8 Year Whiskey Talk: Baseball cards have been quite popular as of late and Victor ha…
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Merry Christmas. We hope you and your families have/had a very happy holidays. Well, now to the whiskey. The third batch of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof made some waves this year. Not only did the proof raise some eyebrows, but the age as well. Coming in at 13 years and over 130 proof it is quite the pour. Whiskey: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C923…
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Merry Christmas to you all. This was an exciting episode since this is probably the hardest to find bottles that we have reviewed. As many of you likely know, Weller, which comes out of the Buffalo Trace Distillery, is a very elusive bottle and if you are lucky enough to find one, it comes with a hefty price tag. Listen in to hear our thoughts and …
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Wait, does Lychee and Oolong Tea Go with Rye?
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This is an abnormal whiskey with a very unusual taste profile. Whistlepig has done some interesting collaborations which started with Big Papi and using maple bats in the aging process. However, this collaboration with the Alfa Romeo F1 team is quite different. They finished these bottles with Lychee and Oolong tea, but does it work? Whiskey: Whist…
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