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Episode 148 – Liberty Pole Spirits Grand Opening

This special episode features ⁠Jim⁠, ⁠Ellen⁠, Rob and ⁠Kevin Hough⁠ of ⁠Liberty Pole Spirits⁠.

On July 15th Liberty Pole Spirits entered a new chapter in the history of their whiskey distillery. Friends, family and new fans joined the celebration and filled their new campus to capacity. It was an amazing experience to be part of the festivities and tour this state of the art distillery. The crowned jewel is the largest rickhouse in all of Pennsylvania. This expansive structure provides so much room now to fill and age barrels.

The tasting room and bottle shop are full of history which is befitting to the distilled spirits that are being produced. It’s a comfortable space to sit, relax, sip and enjoy the sights, sounds and the conversations all around. The cocktails are amazing. A perfect balanced and well rounded compliment to the base whiskey being used. We got see the production space from the seating area overlooking the distillery itself.

⁠Episode 31⁠ featured Jim and there you can learn about the history and the humble beginnings of Liberty Pole. This episode provides a glimpse into the excitement of opening day, the experiences leading up to it and some never told stories about the beginning of the distillery.

This is certainly a destination that must be on your bucket list.

⁠800 Adios Drive⁠, ⁠Washington, PA⁠ –⁠724-503-4014⁠ –⁠ www.LibertyPoleSpirits.com⁠ – ⁠Facebook⁠⁠

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Highlights From Our Discussion:

⁠Pittsburgh Whiskey Friends

Episode 109 – Proof and Wood Ventures – Dave Schmier

This episode features Dave Schmier of Proof and Wood Ventures.

Dave co-founded Redemption Rye in 2010. In 2015 he sold the company and within a short time he started Proof and Wood. Presently he doesn’t distill, however, he does source some incredible whiskey and barrel aged spirits. A huge part of what they do is blending of whiskey. The have recently added rum to the mix. Dave’s been developing boutique craft brands for over 20 years. The Proof and Wood library includes international whisky too. Dave’s experience in the beverage industry and working in bars shines through on the expressions that he has created.

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Highlights from our discussion:

Redemption Rye Whiskey

Leopold Bros Distillery

Dad’s Hat Rye

American Craft Spirits Association

Indie Spirits Expo

Episode 108 – Redwood Empire Whiskey – Lauren Patz

This episode features Lauren Patz of Redwood Empire Whiskey.

The story begins not with whiskey but, with wine. Derek Benham started a wine company over 20 years ago. He built the brand and sold it in 2013. He then set his sights on starting a distillery. White spirits flowed from the still and they began laying down barrels in 2015. Redwood Empire is located in the heart of Sonoma, California. Lauren grew up in a wine making family. Her journey into distilling started with the study of history (Not the history of spirits) and she learned how to make candy while in Japan. It was when she was pairing chocolate and spirits that it opened her world to spirits. Learn more about the amazing whiskeys that Redwood is producing and we are certain that you’re sure to become a huge fan too. It will be love at first sip.

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Highlights from our discussion:

Trees For The Future

Adams Grain

Admiral Maltings

Spirit Works Distillery

Episode 93 – Roger Wilco – Jamie Arking

This episode features Jamie Arking of Roger Wilco Wine and Spirits.

The legend is that in the 1950’s there was an airport close by. There was a pilot there that had a small liquor store at the airport. The business grew to the locations that you can find them today. In 1984 Jamie’s father and uncle purchased the business. A great explosion took place. His first job , at 11 years old, was bagging ice. He took off, explored the United States, to blaze his own path. Until one day in 2009 his father called him back into the store. Jamie shares that the customer service has always been the most important focus. The other goal was to have a huge selection and variety of products. In this episode, Jamie shares how he is working to source products through the supply chain issues. We talk about the Wilco Whiskey Group and discuss the day to day challenges wine and spirits business.

1001 Rte 73, Pennsauken, NJ 08110 – (856) 665-3456 – www.rwilco.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Castle & Key Distillery

Corona

Hennessy

Wild Turkey

WTSO – Wines ‘Til Sold out

Whyte & Mackay, LTD

The Dalmore Whisky

Knob Creek – Rogers Knob

Barrel Bourbon

Blanton’s Bourbon

Esslinger’s Beer

Episode 79 – Triple Sun Spirits – Kris Kwant

This episode features Kris Kwant and Sara Stier of Triple Sun Spirits Co.

20 years ago Kris was watching the TV program “How it’s made”, with his father. The episode featured Sam Adams Brewing. From watching the program, the home brewing bug took hold of him. He and his dad purchased a kit and it actually turned out pretty good. The next adventure was to make a Barley Wine. The intention for this would be to share with his son when he turned 21. Kris explains that “making good whiskey starts with making good beer”. In 2016 Kris embraced the craft spirits movement. Triple Sun is a cocktail bar that moonlights as a distillery. They are very hospitality focused. Enjoy this lively episode where we discuss history, beer and all things Triple Sun.

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518 Bank St, Emmaus, PA 18049 – (610) 904-8082 – www.triplesunspirits.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Bicardi

Jack Daniels

Fetish Brewing Company

Kelvin Cooperage

Whiskey Advocate

Discover Lehigh Valley

Funk Brewing

Monkey 47

Mike Rowe

Episode 58 – Gregg “Boog” Williams – Boogs Best, LLC

This episode features Gregg “Boog” Williams of Boogs Best LLC.Gregg has become known as “The Lamp Guy”. His new endeavor started after finishing off a bottle at the Twisted Tale in Philadelphia, PA. A few weeks later he made his first lamp out of an empty bourbon bottle. This quickly spread into another bottle and even pendant lighting. Today Boogs Best Llc is producing really amazing keepsakes and conversation pieces. He takes used barrels and makes cabinets out of them. Breaking down the barrels he is creating wall hooks and display shelves. He even is making cigar holders. Gregg’s passion of bourbon and whiskey is touching lives and building long-lasting relationships. Listen as he shares some of the experiences that he has enjoyed on his fermented adventure.

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