Balcones Distilling's Emma Crandall joins us at West China Tea for a unique tasting experience, pairing whiskey with aged Pu'er and Oolong teas. We explore the parallels between tea and whiskey production, from fermentation to aging, and discover how different teas can bring out surprising flavors in whiskey.
Emma introduces Balcones' newest release, Mirador Eclipse, which features a unique fermentation process using red wine and rosé wine yeasts. We learn how this innovative approach creates a whiskey with a distinctive berry and blush flavor profile, even without wine cask finishing.
As we pair the Mirador Eclipse with a fruity Oolong tea called "Needle on the Sea Floor," we uncover intriguing notes of plum, orange blossom, and citrus that emerge when the whiskey and tea are enjoyed together.
Join us for an engaging discussion about the art of whiskey blending, the importance of diverse perspectives in crafting a superior product, and the calming, intimate experience of a tea ceremony. Discover the exciting developments in the Texas whiskey scene and the evolving range of flavors and styles offered by Balcones Distilling.
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Richard Amiro - host http://richardamiro.com
So-Han Fan - guest https://www.youtube.com/@TeaHouseGhost - https://westchinatea.com/
Cory Cranfill - a really helpful guy https://youtube.com/@shedlogic - https://www.righttoolmedia.com
Emma Crandall - guest https://www.instagram.com/emmaacrandall/
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