Dive into the ultimate pairing experience as Richard and So-Han of West China Tea welcome CJ from Still Austin Whiskey Co. back for a deep dive into the world of cigar blend whiskey.
In this segment, CJ introduces the highly anticipated Tanager Cigar Blend—a complex whiskey specifically designed to stand up to the intensity of a cigar. They discuss:
The Tanager Blend: A rich mix of red, blue, and white corn bourbons, blended with "petito" (lower-proof, long-aged whiskey) for an incredibly oily and complex mouthfeel.
What is a Cigar Blend? CJ breaks down the science behind "cigar blends" and how the whiskey's oils protect your palate from the phenolic compounds in smoke.
The Perfect Pairing: So-Han unveils a 2010 Pomelo Aged Oolong tea, noting its own oily and citrus properties, which, when combined with the Tanager and a cigar, create a "multidimensional pairing."
Community and Story: The hosts reflect on how shared experiences over tea, whiskey, and cigars open up new perspectives and reinforce the strong community within the Texas whiskey scene.
This is a must-watch for anyone interested in complex spirits, the art of pairing, or the vibrant world of Texas distilling!
Still Austin Tanager Cigar Blend - This year's release of the highly sought-after, complex cigar blend whiskey.
2010 Pomelo Aged Oolong Tea - A 15-year-old aged oolong with a potent citrus peel essence, chosen for its oils and robustness.
Premium Cigar - Selected specifically to complement the intensity of the Tanager blend.
Want to try the tea? You can find this and other amazing teas at westchinatea.com.
Want to visit Still Austin? CJ shares details on distillery-only releases, tours, and the incredible food trucks right nearby! Follow Still Austin and CJ (CJHH521) on social media for updates.
Would you like to explore more about the "petito" process in whiskey making, or perhaps the history of tea aging?⸺credits ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺Richard Amiro - host http://richardamiro.comSo-Han Fan - guest https://www.youtube.com/@TeaHouseGhost - https://westchinatea.com/Cory Cranfill - a really helpful guy https://youtube.com/@shedlogic - https://www.righttoolmedia.comC.J. Helms- guest https://www.stillaustin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stillatx/ https://www.instagram.com/cjhh521
