What I’ve learned
The importance of
terroir. Are we using quality raw materials to make alcohol? How was it grown? Was the fermentation or distillation rushed?
Many drinks that I think of as overly sweet can be quite delicious including the
Amaretto Sour and
Tequila SunriseZero proof (alcohol-free) drinks are on the rise: vinegar, shrubs, teas, etc.
What I’m looking forward to
Diving deeper into the Spanish wine
sherryTouring a
Raicilla distillery in Chacala, Mexico
Pre-taped classes or other tools that give people other ways to learn from and access what I’ve learned or created without having to be in the room
Books for the beginner
Books for someone getting serious
Novelty
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