This week, we are again joined by Michael Brockelhurst to discuss the largest fall festival in the world- Oktoberfest. We take a look at the festival's history, how it spread across the world, and it's influence on the world ...
This week, we are joined by the wonderful Sarah and Marko Suput from Rock 12 distillery to discuss their spirits and upcoming projects while taking a deeper dive into the world of fruit brandies! From eau de vies to schnapps ...
This week, we are once again joined by Lydia Neeley to talk about the deep roots of gin in America! We dive into the history of American gin, from the first commercial distilleries in North America all the way to today's craf...
This week, we are joined by Jake Watt as we take a look into the vast world of cider! We talk about its European origins, its growth, decline, and rebirth, and why you could argue that cider should be seen as the most America...
This week, we are again joined by Bob Gardner as continue our discussion of all things mead! We pick back up by talking about the death and rebirth of mead, covering the rise of craft mead, the Californian origins of the mead...
This week, we are joined by the wonderful Bob Gardner to talk about what may just be the world's oldest fermented drink - Mead! As can be expected with such a storied drink, we have a lot to talk about on this episode, from N...
This week, we are joined by the wonderful Lauren Nichole as we take a look at the world of sangria! We explore how this Spanish staple isn't actually so Spanish, how it was used to launder a country's reputation, and how this...
This week, we are still joined by Jarad Coats as we continue our exploration of the world of peat! For our second part, we take a look at distilleries using peat beyond it's traditional home in Scotland, talk about the world'...
This week we are joined by Jarad Coats as we take a deep dive into Scotland's iconic peat bogs and discuss all things peat and peated! Where did peat come from? How long has it been there? And why are some people so obssed wi...
This week, we finish up our discussion of all things Jamaican Rum! Still accompanied by Zack Mitchell, Johnny Latu, and Kendalle Getty, we talk James Bond, the charm of Jamaican distilleries, and Carribean solidarity! Cocktai...
This week, we wade into the muck of Jamaican Rum alongside Zack Morris, Johnny Latu & Kendalle Getty! What makes these rums so funky? What even is an ester, and why do these rums have so many? And what is the dirty secret of ...
This week, we are again joined by Veronica Voss to conclude our discussion of kombucha by moving into the modern age! How did kombucha become a go to health food? Did Regan really use it to heal his colon cancer? And who exac...
This week, we are joined by Veronica Voss as we explore the murky world of kombucha! What is "the mother?" Is hard kombucha actually good for you? And where on earth did kombucha first come from? We explore all of this and mu...
This week, we continue to explore the saga of Jaegermeister! Kirk McPherson and Jordan Paley again join us as we discuss Jaeger in music, bro culture, and end on hopefully a happier note as we delve into Jaeger's breakthrough...
This week, we are joined by Jordan Paley and Kirk McPherson for our long awaited dive into the history of Jägermeister, and all we can say is buckle up, because this one is a doozy! In this first part we focus in on the origi...
This week we are joined by the wonderful Amy Hateley as we take a look at the often malaigned, much beloved, social occasion that is bruch! When did people start brunching? What exactly defines brunch? And why is brunch somet...
This week, we are again joined by Johnny Iatu and surprise guest Zach Mitchell to continue discussing the origins of the tiki movement, and its connection to Southern California!
This week, we're taking our first look at the wide world of Tiki culture with the wonderful Johnny Iatu! Join us as we start all the way back at the beginning of the cultural movement, as we discuss how exactly Tiki developed...
This week, we're joined by Jordan Paley as we keep it simple, and discuss a ubiquitous two ingredient mixed drink - the boilermaker. We talk about how the pairing of a beer and a shot of whiskey got its name, became so wide s...
This week, we continue our discussion of caffeine and alcohol with Alex Kyle! Our conversation turns towards more some more modern pairings, as we discuss Four Loko, Buckfast Tonic Wine, Espresso Martinis, and the like, as we...
This week, we're discussing the combination of caffeine and alcohol with Alex Kyle! In the fist part of our discussion, we begin by discussing the historical beginnings of mixing caffeine and alcohol, alongside plenty of more...
This week we take a look at California Gin, and the ever growing New West Gin style! We are joined by Rich Welsh, visiting all the way from the U.K. to discuss the growing boundaries of what gin can be, and how California cam...
This week, we continue our discussion of how drinking and perfume intersect with Brett Thomas! In this part, we take a turn into the darker side of perfume drinking, from swigging eau de violette in French theatres to downing...
This week, we are joined by Brett Thomas to talk about the intersection of drinking, fragrances, and drinking fragrances! From perfume's history as external and internal medicine, to the modern cooperation between perfumers a...
