tequila

Episode 99 – Revel Spirits – Micah McFarlane and Juan Carlos Gordillo

This episode features Micah McFarlane and Juan Carlos Gordillo of the Revel Spirits.

Ten years ago, Micah was helping out Matt Hector Ruiz, who was starting a tequila company. The went to Morelos, Mexico where Micah began bringing back the juice and sharing it. His role became helping to bring the agave spirits to the United States. The next step was to create a business plan and raise funds. There is so much to the rich history of distilling in Morelos. The connection to the technology goes back generations. It’s a family product. What they produce is not tequila and it’s not mezcal. They create Avila. This episode is an amazing education and discovery of agave spirits and what makes Revel special.

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Justin Hartley

Bar Convent Brooklyn

Episode 80 – Blake’s Hard Cider – Jennifer Wawrzyniak

This episode features Jennifer Wawrzyniak of Blake’s Hard Cider.

Blake’s is cider with a story. It began in 946 when Gerald came home from WW2 and decided that he no longer wanted to live in Detroit. He and Lovely purchased 100 acres in Armada, MI. Today it’s a 1000 plus acre U-Pick Farm with wine, beer and cider. In 2013 Andrew arrived back from college and saw an opportunity to expand into hard cider production. The ciders base comes from a proprietary 5 apple blend.

Jennifer is a regional sales manager with Blake’s. In this episode she shares her experiences and also what she does best. Introducing and creating new fans to Blake’s. Pick some up and enjoy while listening to this lively episode.

Brewscuits is the sponsor of the podcast. Be sure to check them out at www.brewscuits.com. Type in Fermented Adventure at checkout to get 15% off your first order.

17985 Armada Center Road, Armada, MI 48005 – (586) 784-5343 – www.blakefarms.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Valley Forge Beer & Cider Festival

The Union Craft House

Bartari

Beer Wall on Penn

Cider Con

Episode 77 – Julie Lanzillo – Pairings Cigar Bar

This episode features Julie Lanzillo of Pairings Cigar Bar.

In 2014 Julie, Debbie and Gary dined at one of their favorite spots. They were going to a show as they lamented that it would be nice to enjoy a cigar after dinner. They longed for the summer and the opportunity to smoke on the back deck where they could savor a cigar or two. It was December and there was snow on the ground. They discussed the possibilities but there is nothing in the area. “A cigar bar in the Media area, that’s an interesting idea”, proclaimed Julie. As Debbie says, “the universe doesn’t make mistakes”. On October 21, 2016 they opened the doors. In that time they have created an anchor for the community. A place for the seasoned cigar aficionado and the novice alike. Enjoy a fine spirit and pair it with your favorite or something new.

Brewscuits is the sponsor of the podcast. Be sure to check them out at www.brewscuits.com. Type in Fermented Adventure at checkout to get 15% off your first order.

12 West State Street Media PA 19063 – 610-565-1895 – www.pairingscigarbar.com –Facebook

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Retrohale

Davidoff

Limited Cigar Association

Tupperdor

Macanudo

Hedgerow Theatre Company

Episode 51 – Sourland Mountain Spirits – Ray and Sage Disch

This episode features Ray and Sage Disch of Sourland Mountain Spirits. “Be a maker, not a taker.”We truly had a fantastic time sitting down with Ray and Sage. Back in the early 90’s Ray was inspired by a story that he heard on the radio about a husband and wife who worked as commodity traders in Chicago. They left their high paying jobs to open a craft brewery in Chi-town. Leading the charge and laying the groundwork, Ray helped to sponsor legislation to help to change the laws for New Jersey breweries. In 1995 Triumph Brewing Company introduced craft beer to the masses in Princeton, NJ. Fast forward to 2015 Ray along with his wife Erica made the decision to open a craft distillery in their hometown of Hopewell. It is a family affair at their farm distillery. What you hear is that Ray brings people together. He builds teams and develops an environment of creativity and excellence. He shares the fascinating journey to create their award winning Gin and their portfolio of first class spirits. Sage discusses what’s next for the distillery and how he is helping to guide them onto a bigger stage.

130 Hopewell Rocky Hill Rd, Hopewell, NJ 08525 –

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American Distilling Institute

Heriot Watt University

National Margarita Day

Today is National Margarita Day! The margarita is a cocktail that consists of tequila, triple sec and lime or lemon juice. It is one of the most common tequila-based cocktails served in the United States.

Margaritas can be served on the rocks (shaken with ice), frozen (blended with ice), or straight up (without ice).

A standard Margarita recipe is :

1 ounce tequila
Dash of Triple Sec
Juice of 1/2 lime or lemon

Pour over crushed ice, stir. Rub the rim of a stem glass with rind of lemon or lime, spin in salt—pour, and sip. (Wikipedia)

Bartender specialists have gotten creative mixing dried herbs, infused sugars and exotic salts to intensify both the flavor of the cocktail and
the presentation of the glass. A few of the more popular flavors include Strawberry Margarita, Mango Margarita, Limeade Margarita, Watermelon Margarita, Pomegranate Margarita, Raspberry Margarita and Blackberry Margarita.

With the 1977 release of Jimmy Buffett’s song “Margaritaville”
margaritas began to grow in popularity.

Pay tribute and honor the margarita on this special day by visiting your favorite distillery, restaurant or just by making your own at home.