A Cornucopia of Manure with Jenna Isaacs

This week we are joined by sommelier and Certified Specialist of Wine Jenna Issacs, who brings her expertise to a discussion of biodynamics. We talk about what biodynamics is exactly, its history, and whether or not it's worth all the hype.

Cocktails Discussed: 

Cava Á La Steiner

2 oz. Sweet Gwendoline gin

2 oz. Brut Cava

1/3 oz. Killdeer Absinthe Traditionnel

1/4 oz. Bénédictine

Based on the Champagne Á La Fouquet, as printed in The Dead Rabbit Drinks Manual 

Combine all ingredients save the Cava in a shaker with ice, and shake until chilled, about ten seconds. Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Top with the Cava, and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint. 

Weekend at the Goetheanum

2 oz. Marian Farms Pisquita

3/4 oz. fresh lime juice

1/2 oz. Marian Farms Curaçao

1/4 oz. Ventura Spirits Strawberry Brandy

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice, and shake until well chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass, and garnish with a brandied cherry and lime twist. 

Further Reading:

An overview of the biodynamic wine sector - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/313686822_An_overview_of_the_biodynamic_wine_sector

The Secrets of Koberwitz: The Diffusion of Rudolf Steiner’s Agriculture Course and the Founding of Biodynamic Agriculture - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/262374200_The_Secrets_of_Koberwitz_The_Diffusion_of_Rudolf_Steiner's_Agriculture_Course_and_the_Founding_of_Biodynamic_Agriculture

A World Map of Biodynamic Agriculture - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/342077904_A_World_Map_of_Biodynamic_Agriculture

Hocus pocus? Spirituality and soil care in biodynamic agriculture - https://doi.org/10.1177%2F2514848620970924

Biodynamic agriculture research progress and priorities - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/231965548_Biodynamic_agriculture_research_progress_and_priorities

The Betteshanger Summer School: Missing link between biodynamic agriculture and organic farming - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/228440388_The_Betteshanger_Summer_School_Missing_link_between_biodynamic_agriculture_and_organic_farming