Jan 25, 2021
No, not a "disco" party, thank you very much, autocorrect.
A Pisco Party! We're talking about distilled spirits from Peru and Chile: what they are, how they are made, and the many differences between them.
They are unique and distinct beverages from their respective countries of origin, and the differences between the...
Nov 13, 2020
This is an overview of grape brandy around the world, and the different regions, production methods and styles. We distinguish the major grape brandy styles from those spirits made with other fruits, and the range of expressions from Grappa to long-aged brandies of the classic regions like Jerez, Cognac,...
Jun 12, 2020
Let’s talk succulents! Classified under agave spirits with Tequila, Mezcal, Bacanora, and Raicilla, Sotol is actually made from a relative of the agave plant. This episode covers what Sotol is, where it comes from, and goes on a little culture trip with respect to its name and origins.
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Jan 26, 2020
Exploring Gin's volatile and polarized history, origins of various styles, and a celebration of the spirit's revival.
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Books:
Barnett, R. (2011) The Book of Gin. New York: Grove Press.
Broom, D. (2013) Distilling Knowledge: A professional guide to spirits and liqueurs. London: Wine & Spirits...
Oct 11, 2019
In the spirit of Fall, the spirits made from apples deserve a little Glass in Session® Winecast corkdorkery treatment. So here's to Calvados, Applejack, and the hundreds of years of history that brought us this goodness, unfolded on a Friday night with a bottle of Calvados Pays d'Auge.
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