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Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #163 - Paul Menta, Key West RumPaul Menta of Key West First Legal Rum Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson following a distillers gathering at George Washington's Distillery at Mount Vernon. Paul catches us up on collaborations in the works following the trip. We also learn more about his unique processes at his own distillery, including salt curing his barrels for pH adjustment, and the need for greater education by distilleries to the consumer.2025-02-131h 15Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #162 - AJ Casey Jones, Casey Jones DistilleryAJ from Casey Jones Distillery in Western KY joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the square pot still, running a lake-destination distillery and more. We even get a few stories about Casey Jones and learn about Moonaritas.2025-01-241h 04Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #161 - Ken Schreiner, A.J. Schreiner SpiritsKen Schreiner of A.J. Schreiner Spirits joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to catch up since the company's launch and release of their first pre-prohibition style rye and gin.2024-12-201h 15Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #160 - JJ Jackson, Lucky Sign Spirits and The Outpost DistilleryMoonshiners Master Distiller alum JJ Jackson joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson since taking on the Head Distiller role at Lucky Sign Spirits. Tune in as JJ walks through a sampling of new projects, including rum and brandy. We get into consumer relatability in the craft spirits industry, transparency and techniques with younger products, and embracing terroir and our local farmers. There's also a proposal for vintages in some distilled spirits.2024-12-051h 12Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #159 - Dr. Pat HeistDr. Pat Heist of Wilderness Trail Distillery and Ferm Solutions joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss fermentation, particularly grain vs sugar ferms, osmotic stress and more. Pat shares some perspectives from his consulting work for distillers exploring yeast strains and ways to manipulate your batches to produce diverse results using the same strain. We discuss the buzz about the bourbon industry and speculation about the market, as well as how the approaches taken by Wilderness Trail that have supported their growth and maintained the brand's strong presence during the market softening. We also chat about opportunities with...2024-11-111h 05Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #158 - Vista GinJesse Tate and Grant Patterson from Vista Gin in Florida join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to delve into their unique pot still gins. We discuss building flavor through production techniques and Grant's culinary background, as well as working with koji in making their whiskey.2024-08-291h 20Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #157 - Old Homestead Distilling CoJolee Kasprzak of Old Homestead Distilling Co and Patoka Lake Winery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson this week. Jolee and Alan update on the progress so far at Old Homestead. We also talk about Sunshine, a line of sunflower moonshine spirits already being run at the distillery, as well peach brandy. Alan and Jolee discuss the distillery's terroir-focused approach to spirits and the homage to the region including trapping local yeast and growing a strain of wheat originally grown in the area. 2024-08-031h 02Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #156 - Fionnan O'ConnorIrish whiskey historian and author Fionnán O'Connor returns to Distillers Talk with Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his upcoming new book, Créatúr. Fionnán speaks about his adventures and travels digging into the history of poitín and Irish pot still whiskey, and his journey to bring back (and even be a part of the distillation of) lost Irish mash bills with the help of others along the way. We also get into the temperance movement, past and present.2024-07-191h 08Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #155 - Erik Wolfe, Stoll & WolfeErik Wolfe of Stoll & Wolfe Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about his latest distilling adventures with Alan on the road at both Stoll & Wolfe and George Washington's Mount Vernon. We also catch up on another collaborative effort, the Historic Trades Workshop. There's several colorful stories along the way, including "dough balls of anger".2024-06-281h 03Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #154 - Al Laws, Laws Whiskey HouseAl Laws of Laws Whiskey House in Colorado joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson on all things grain and terroir. Al guides us through a tasting of their Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey, San Luis Valley Straight Rye Whiskey, Centennial Straight Wheat Whiskey and Henry Road Straight Malt Whiskey. We also discuss production and their upcoming new tasting room. 2024-05-081h 07Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #153 - Alan and Christi Unfiltered on the Future of the IndustryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson take on some controversial topics in the spirits industry right now and discuss the future of the market, as well as tips for brands and ancillary partners.2024-04-1353 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #152 - Broken Barrel WhiskeySeth Benheim and Nick Roady of Broken Barrel Whiskey Company join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson and discuss the importance of packaging and standing out in a market as a craft producer in a developed market. We also get into responsible distribution strategies and working with foreign markets while satisfying your home accounts, as well as upcoming plans and unique collaborative releases.2024-03-3053 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #151 - Ian Verno, Ten-30 BarrelsIan Verno of Ten-030 Barrels joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his hybrid barrels2024-02-161h 06Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #150 - Evan Villarrubia, An American Distiller in ChinaDistillers Talk goes to Yunnan Province, China this week! Evan Villarrubia of MB Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his start in the distilling industry in China, as well as the production of some of his products including sugar cane rum and rice based spirits. We’re also going to get into China’s multi-tier system and Chinese distilling culture. Check out our Facebook and Instagram on Monday, February 12th to weigh in on our poll with questions for Evan's next episode with us!2024-02-1249 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #149 - David McIntyre, West Fork WhiskeyDavid McIntyre of West Fork Whiskey in Indianapolis joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson this week. We discuss West Fork's beginnings under a small budget and the evolution of its production setup and product line, as well as struggles encountered along the way. This is a great episode for those looking to start up a distillery with a small investment!2024-02-021h 00Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #148 - Thomas Thacker, Southern Grace DistilleriesThomas Thacker in North Carolina joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk more about his process and operations at Southern Grace Distilleries making Conviction Bourbon and White Dog. Tune in also to learn about their whiskey prison and paranormal tour stories!2024-01-2055 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #147 - Drew Hannush, Whiskey LoreAuthor and host of the Whiskey Lore podcasts, Drew Hannush joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his new book, The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey. Order it now through Amazon here.2024-01-041h 24Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #146 - Andrew Lohfeld, Roulaison Distilling CoAndrew Lohfeld of Roulaison Distilling Co in Louisiana joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss some hot topics in rum right now. We get into single estate varietals and Louisiana grown sugarcane, a Louisiana rum designation, rum nomenclature and changes to Louisiana state law for self distribution. 2023-12-1552 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #145 - Blind BarrelsBobby Demars, Christian Riddout and Christopher Sebastian from Blind Barrels join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss their unique whiskey service, helping connect their subscribers with American craft distilleries.2023-12-0158 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #144 - Jeff Rasmussen, StillDragonJeff Rasmussen of StillDragon joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to share his more unique experiences helping their clients design more efficient and innovative systems. We also chat about his journey into the industry and some surprises coming up with DragonStill.2023-11-031h 29Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #143 - Alexis Casimiri, La Mauvaise Graine DistillerieAlexis Casimiri of La Mauvaise Graine Distillerie in Lyon, France joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about his introduction to distilling and the industry. We learn more about his spirits and process, particularly his Louise Gin, a tribute to his grandmother and the people of Lyon. Alexis talks about his botanical sourcing from the local area and partnering with wild harvesters.2023-10-211h 22Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #142 - Christian Kahle, Lucky Sign SpiritsChristian Kahle of Lucky Sign Spirits joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about his unique spirits, including finocchietto, raki, limoncello and more. We get into standards of identity and communication amongst distillers, as well as the merits of a two chamber still. Christian discusses his corn stalk agricole project and lemonade burrito is our new favorite tasting note.2023-10-131h 15Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #141 - Christopher Conrad, BadMotivator Legacy BarrelsChristopher Conrad of BadMotivator Legacy Barrels joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson with updates on the company and their innovative barrels, as well as a sampling of some of Christopher's experiments using BadMotivator barrels.2023-10-061h 21Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #140 - Jeff Wuslich, Cardinal SpiritsJeff Wuslich of Cardinal Spirits in Bloomington, Indiana joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the distillery and its spirits, getting into copackaging, considerations for new brands and so much more.2023-09-151h 16Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #139 - Ray Hooker, Indian River DistilleryRay Hooker of Indian River Distillery in Vero Beach, Florida joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to explore a sampling of several different experimentals and product.2023-09-081h 12Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #138 - Jesse from Still It is BackJesse Wilson from Still It returns again with Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to catch up on his latest experiments. Jesse and Alan introduce a collaboration to honor the late Ben Quady through Bad Motivator's next chapter using barrels that had been provided to them by Ben. We also nerd out on fermentation cultures, and Alan waxes nostalgia with his new affinity for naming still designs after 80's pop culture.2023-08-1849 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #137 - Brian Gelfo, Broadleaf WhiskeyBrian Gelfo of Broadleaf Whiskey joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss the brand as we drink through two batches and even chat about the future of Brothers of the Leaf2023-08-121h 05Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #136 - Steve CoomesAuthor, food and spirits journalist and sprits educator Steve Coomes joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about agave based spirits and his impressions from a recent trip to Mexico to explore tequila distilleries2023-07-271h 09Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #135 - Birk O'Halloran, Rockwell Vermouth & Iconic WineBirk O'Halloran of Rockwell Vermouth and Iconic Wine joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson on Distillers Talk. Birk chats about his lengthy botanical R&D project developing his artisan vermouths using local California botanicals, as well as what sets the products apart from other vermouths on the market. We also get into some upcoming projects, including single cask vermouths.2023-07-151h 10Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #134 - Amy Bohner, Alchemy DistilleryAmy Bohner of Alchemy Distillery in Humboldt County, California joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson. Nerd out with us as we get into all sorts of unique grains and go through a flight of their Boldt Cereal Killer triticale whiskey, wheat whiskey and genever style gin. We also chat about their new tasting room and on site restaurant.2023-06-301h 17Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #133 - Jesse Wilson, Still ItJesse Wilson of the Still It Youtube show and Chase the Craft podcast joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson2023-06-161h 21Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #132 - Brett Schlagel, Distillery 64Brett Schlagel of Distillery 64 in New Albany, Indiana joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the distillery and speakeasy.2023-06-0952 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #131 - Bill Hockett, Dayton Barrel Works Artisan DistilleryDistiller Bill Hockett of Dayton Barrel Works Artisan Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his recent release of Harper's Siren Armagnac Barrel-Aged Gin. We also chat about the whiskey Bill will be releasing in the future under his own label, contract work and then we try to find the perfect botanical-themed name for future Baby Hockett coming this year.2023-06-0157 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #130 - Stephen Osborn, Stoutridge Distillery and WineryStephen Osborn of Stoutridge Distillery and Winery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson again, and this time he's brought his latest Quartarium series as part of a Transcendent Spirit Exploration.2023-05-261h 33Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #129 - Ben Quady, Badmotivator BarrelsBen Quady of Badmotivator Barrels joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his approach to alternative barrels. We also explore a flight of samples from his projects.2023-05-111h 30Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #128 - JJ JacksonMoonshiners Master Distiller contestant and veteran JJ Jackson, aka "High and Angry", joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson on Distillers Talk to discuss his personal journey that led a philosophy and theater arts major to the military and ultimately to distillation.2023-05-041h 19Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #127 - Henry AndersonHenry Anderson of Dominion Distillery and Gatling Still Works in Washington State joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the distillery and his still building company. You've heard about one of his projects on a previous episode!2023-04-0746 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #126 - Two Eagles DistilleryJessie Zien and Matt Nurre of Two Eagles Distillery join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about their distillery located in the Chicago area. They talk about their adventures in contract distillation, in addition to making their own products including whiskey, gin, arak and RTD cocktails. We get into their specialty working with flavor chemistry and botanicals, as well as ethical barrel sourcing and the future of barrels for aging whiskey. 2023-03-311h 06Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #125 - Randall Janc, Whiskey ShamanRandall Janc aka Whiskey Shaman joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson this week with a blind flight of spirits he is working on and we discuss his projects, including his spirits-focused YouTube Channel. Follow The Whiskey Shaman on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_whiskeyshaman Check out Whiskey Business FBG: https://whiskeybusinessfbg.com 2023-03-241h 00Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #124 - Marielle SongyJournalist and writer Marielle Songy joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about her new book, The Absinthe Frappé, and all things absinthe. Tune in to hear about her exploration with absinthe and thoughts on how distillers and cocktail bars can help make absinthe more relatable in the U.S. market.2023-03-171h 02Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #123 - Fernando Plata, Big Cypress DistilleryFernando Plata of Big Cypress Distillery in Miami joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss botanical spirits and extraction methods. Make sure you catch this one as we also issue a challenge for a unique botanical bill to meet our custom spirits request!2023-03-111h 28Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #122 - Jerrod Leon Henry, Rio Grande DistilleryJerrod Leon Henry of Rio Grande Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the distillery and their products. We're digging deep into agave, gin, moonshine and more. He even shares a story from his youth about the first time he was playing around and trying to make liquor.2023-02-231h 31Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #121 - Chip TateChip Tate returns to Distillers Talk with Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to deep dive into questions distillers should be asking themselves and any prospective partners before entering into business agreements. We also get into brandy and agave spirits!2023-02-1059 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #120 - Silver Tree Beer & SpiritsWill, Clay and Dallas Glazik of Silver Tree Beer & Spirits join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the new distillery the three brothers are launching, as well as their current and upcoming products. We also learn about the family farm and their proprietary seed strains.2023-02-021h 04Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #119 - Chip TateChip Tate of Chip Tate Craft Copperworks and Tate & Co Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his custom still building, the craft distilling industry, future plans with the distillery, brandy and more.2023-01-191h 11Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #118 - Kelley TennilleKelley Tennille joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to update on her latest projects with Whiskey Thief Distilling and her seasonal gins, as well as her work producing okra hydrosols for Pholk Beauty. We also highlight her second run on Moonshiners: Master Distiller, which is currently airing on the Discovery Channel.2023-01-131h 10Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #117 - Wayne Herbert, Ozark Still WorksAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Wayne Herbert of Ozark Still Works2023-01-121h 18Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #117 - Wayne Herbert, Ozark Still WorksAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with Wayne Herbert of Ozark Still Works2023-01-081h 18Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #116 - Moonshine ShuaMoonshine Shua of the Un-Taxed Podcast and Broken Bones Distillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson2022-12-0958 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #115 - Inbox BeverageMax Fann and Malik Warrad of Inbox Beverage join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss their container-based brewing and distilling units, as well as their own spirits offerings.2022-12-0238 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #114 - Liberty Pole SpiritsThe family behind Mingo Creek Craft Distillers joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss Liberty Pole Spirits in Washington, PA2022-11-181h 05Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #113 - Tennessee Hills BrewstilleryStephen Callahan of Tennessee Hills Brewstillery joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson on Distillers Talk with his team, including Head Distiller Jason Franklin and brewmaster Danny Smith.2022-11-1152 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #112 - Zach TraylorZach Traylor joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss his research work focused on cultivating corn varieties tailor-made for whiskey production. 2022-11-051h 00Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #111 - Edelbrand Pure DistillingLynn Delean-Weber and Martin Weber of Edelbrand Pure Distilling join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss their European style fruit brandy, or vinars.2022-10-201h 12Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #110 - Dragon's Mouth DistilleryCarrie and Daniel Ford of Dragon's Mouth Distillery join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss their emerging distillery in Indiana2022-10-131h 17Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #109 - Cyrus Mason, Still 'n the ClearCyrus Mason of the podcast Still 'n the Clear joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss the podcast and his newly launched Moonshiners Academy. Learn more about Cyrus: Moonshiners Academy https://moonshinersacademy.com/ Still'n The Clear Website https://stillntheclear.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8BLWAw6PV2kRjW4Lmgdp5w 2022-10-0756 min
If You Have Ghosts You Have Everything...West African belief systems with the Hood Sommelier Jack Beguedou and Christi AtkinsonThis week on If You Have Ghosts You Have Everything.....
My Distillers Talk co-host Christi Atkinson was kind enough to set up a Zoom call with our friend Jack Beguedou to talk about the spirituality that Jack grew up with. This episode serves as an introduction to some of these beliefs prior to our second episode with Jack going into more personal experiences which will premiere on November the 1'st this year and is an absolutely beautiful and intimate episode that I cannot wait for you you all to hear. In todays episode I ha...2022-10-021h 41Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #108 - ADI Conference and MoreAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up after vacation to chat about what they've been up to over the past couple weeks. We get into barrel picks, Alan's recap from the ADI conference, getting locked in garages and elevators and more on the horizon during Bourbon Heritage Month.2022-09-2352 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #107 - Dirk Fentz, Indiana BourbonDirk Fentz, aka Indiana Bourbon, joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about whiskey in Indiana2022-09-0249 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #106 - John Miller, Steekee Creek MaltJohn Miller of Steekee Creek Malt joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about his malting company and more2022-08-2550 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #105 - Tyler Johnson, Kohana DistilleryDistiller Tyler Johnson from Hawaiian rum distillery, KoHana, joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the distillery and their unique sugarcane varietals. 2022-08-0551 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #104 - Jimmy JaxxJimmy Jaxx of Jimmy Jaxx Shine Shack joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the distillery and his work with Amanda Bryant2022-07-231h 03Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #103 - Amanda Bryant, Moonshiners: Master DistillerAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with Amanda Bryant from the Discovery Channel's Moonshiners: Master Distiller.2022-07-181h 06Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #102 - Ken SchreinerAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson are joined by Ken Schreiner to discuss the distilling notebooks of AJ Schreiner, Ken's great great grandfather. The notebooks include his personal notes on mash bills, process, yeast making, malting and more from the late 1800's to early 1900's spanning distilleries across Kentucky and Indiana.2022-07-081h 05Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #101 - Gary Hinegardner, Wood Hat SpiritsGary Hinegardner from Wood Hat Spirits joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss some of the corn breeds Gary is growing and using in his spirits, and what truly makes a distillery 'craft'. We also catch up on some Wood Hat news and rant about protecting our corn harvests from avenging wildlife.2022-06-171h 01Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #100 - Erik Owens, ADIErik Owens, President of the American Distilling Institute (ADI) joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson for the 100th episode of Distillers Talk!2022-06-101h 43Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #99 - Tyler Wood, Tyler Wood Distilling CompanyAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with 5th generation distiller and country music star Tyler Wood of Tyler Wood Distilling Company in Kentucky 2022-05-2053 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #98 - Hunter CoffeyAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Hunter Coffey of Three Boys Farm and Distillery on-site at the distillery about some updates and new projects around the corner.2022-05-1352 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #97 - Jason Harl, 13 StillsAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with still maker and Moonshiners Master Distiller contestant Jason Harl of 13 Stills2022-04-291h 11Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #96 - Erica and Patience Fields, Brooks GrainErica and Patience Fields of Brooks Grain join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the company and Erica's 40+ years experience supplying rye and more to the spirits industry. We discuss grain trends over the past few decades and predictions for the future, including what we can expect to see with grain prices in the near future.2022-04-221h 27Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #95 - Watch Hill ProperAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with owners Josh Howes and Tommy Craggs at Watch Hill Proper, a new whiskey lounge and club in Louisville, KY. We're also joined by WHP Director of Operations Forrest Price and friends from the team at Castle & Key Distillery. 2022-04-0857 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #94 - Nick Hope, Dusty Barrel DistilleryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Australian distiller Nick Hope of Dusty Barrel about rice whiskey and using koji, as well as production and making the company sustainable.2022-03-241h 00Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #93 - Pat HeistAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson welcome back Dr. Pat Heist of Wilderness Trail and Ferm Solutions for a discussion on yeast with friend of the show, Kent Mace2022-03-1851 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #92 - Richard Otey, Donum DeiAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson are on location at Donum Dei Brewery in New Albany, Indiana with owner/distiller/brewer Richard Otey. We discuss and tour the brewstillery's operations, and enjoy a flight of their products.2022-03-101h 23Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #90 - Panel - Rosen Rye and Three Chamber StillAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson host a panel discussion on Rosen rye (and its importance in the history of whiskey in America) and the three chamber still with guests Laura Fields (Delaware Valley Fields Foundation), Erik Wolfe (Stoll & Wolfe), Robert McDonald (Dancing Star Farms) and Todd Leopold (Leopold Bros). This episode addresses inaccuracies perpetuated in the media and the industry surrounding these topics.2022-02-241h 49Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #89 - Jim Martin and Kris KoenigJim Martin of Key West Trading Company and Kris Koenig of Golden Beaver Distillery are live from the Key West Absinthe House with Christi Atkinson. Alan Bishop joins the party virtually for an insider's look at the Absinthe House as we discuss what's new with the two brands and make a Root of All Evil cocktail.2022-02-171h 08Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #88 - Len Eckstein, Deerhammer DistillingLen Eckstein joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss sweet mash vs sour mash, and what we're excited about in craft whiskey right now. We also go through a flight of Deerhammer barrel samples and a challenge.2022-02-101h 27Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #87 - Free Style Tasting, Todd Leopold and Three Chamber RyeTodd Leopold joins for a Zoom panel discussion and tasting of the Three Chamber Rye. This is the audio release of the show for our podcast listeners.2022-01-202h 13Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #86 - Jeremy Elliot - Bonus EpisodeWe're on vacation this week but we have a short bonus episode from Indiana Historian Jeremy Elliott who was previously featured on Distillers Talk2022-01-1321 minDistillers TalkDistillers Talk #85 - Craig "Crafty" Field, Craft Works DistilleryAustralian distiller, Craig "Crafty" Fields joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson 2022-01-061h 16Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #84 - Bryan Smith, Hard TruthBryan Smith of Hard Truth joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about their new whiskey and more2021-12-301h 05Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #83 - Morgan Egnater, Female Whiskey SocietyMorgan Egnater from Female Whiskey Society joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss the foundation and the group's charity work in the spirits industry2021-12-231h 19Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #82 - Jeremy Elliott, HistorianIndiana Historian Jeremy Elliott chats with Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson about feuds between local moonshine families and more2021-12-161h 10Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #81 - Andrey Orlov, Doctor GradusAndrey Orlov of Doctor Gradus chats with Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson about the company and home distilling in Russia2021-12-021h 10Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #80 - Moondrops DistilleryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with Mark Pressley and Mark Taylor of Moondrops Distillery2021-11-181h 24Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #79 - Mike Root, Copper Sky DistilleryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Mike Root of Copper Sky Distillery and try a sampling of their whiskeys2021-11-121h 12Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #78 - Lawrence Pritchard, Flatrock DistillingAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with Lawrence Pritchard from Flatrock Distilling and discuss his latest projects and life following Master Distiller2021-11-041h 12Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #77 - Jedd Haas, Atelier VieAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Jedd Hass of Atelier Vie in New Orleans and go through a tasting of products2021-10-281h 13Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #76 - Stephen Shellenberger, Boston ApothecaryStephen Shellenberger of Boston Apothecary joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the birectifier and its benefits for the distilling industry2021-10-211h 59Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #75 - Amzie Wenning, Bourbon on the BanksAmzie Wenning joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the Bourbon on the Banks festival in Frankfort, Kentucky2021-10-081h 02Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #74 - Pt 2 - Stephen Osborn, Stoutridge Winery and DistilleryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson are joined again by Stephen Osborn of Stoutridge Winery and Distillery to discuss his botanical spirit production with gin and absinthe2021-09-291h 04Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #73 - Stephen Osborn, Stoutridge Winery and DistilleryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson learn more about Stoutridge Winery and Distillery with Stephen Osborn2021-09-231h 03Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #72 Rant Alert - Jim Martin, Key West Trade CoJim Martin from Key West Trade Co joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson for an uncensored, full-on rant fest about his current industry issues. We're covering everything from glass shortages to 100% defective labels.2021-09-161h 17Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #71 - Josh Gardner, Ranger Creek Brewing & DistillingAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Josh Gardner of Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling in Texas and do a tasting of the Rimfire Single Malt Whiskey2021-08-261h 05Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #70 - Joseph Lofthouse, Landrace SeedsmanAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Joseph Lofthouse, landrace seed developer and food advocate, about promiscuous pollination and why distillers should be developing their own grain varieties.2021-08-121h 06Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #69 - Erik Wolfe - Stoll and WolfeErik Wolfe joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the early days of Stoll & Wolfe Distillery with Dick Stoll. We get into apple brandy and pommeau, and you know we're digging into yeast!2021-08-051h 17Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #68 - Kris Koenig, Golden Beaver DistilleryAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Kris Koenig from Golden Beaver Distillery in California, and have a tasting from the product line.2021-07-291h 08Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #67 - Laura Fields, American Whiskey ConventionAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson interview Laura Fields of the American Whiskey Convention and Delaware Valley Fields Foundation2021-07-221h 16Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #66 - Blake Riber, Seelbach'sAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson interview Blake Riber of Seelbach's2021-07-151h 12Distillers TalkDistillers Talk #65 - Part 2 - Todd Leopold, Leopold BrosAlan Bishop and Christi Atkinson return in Part 2 with Todd Leopold of Leopold Bros to discuss tasting notes on the Three Chamber Rye and more geeking out!2021-07-081h 00