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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.

www.ProofandWood.com – Instagram

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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

American Whiskey Convention 2021 – Part 2

Listen to part 2 of the interviews that we had with at this years American whiskey Convention.

This episode features our interviews from the American Whiskey Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

It was recorded at the Independence Seaport Museum.

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Copper Fox Distillery

Eight Oaks Farm Distillery

Catoctin Creek

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau

Gallows Hill Spirits

Uncle Nearest

Angel’s Envy

Middleton Mixology – Smoketop

Toast The Trees

Brown – Forman

Jack Daniels

Lehigh Valley Screampark

Salem Witch Trials

GWAR – Ragnarok Rye

Robin Robinson

Shenandoah National Park

Sperryville, VA

Williamsburg, VA

Episode 52 – Pops McCann Whiskey Revisit – Jason Fogg

We welcome back Jason Fogg of Pops McCann Whiskey. There are now 4 new expressions of Pops McCann Whiskey to tell the story. I got to sit down with Jason and we talked about family and heritage. Each individual bottle represents an adventure. He weaves the heritage of his family and the Irish immigration story into the whiskey that is put into the bottle. It has been a spiritual and educational journey to get to where Pops is today. Jason proudly says “Bet on Pops”. Take the tour with us as we taste each whiskey. Become part of the “Pops Gang” yourself. www.popsmccannwhiskey.com – Facebook – jason@popsmccannwhiskey.com

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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 –

(609) 333-8575 – www.sourlandspirits.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

American Distilling Institute

Heriot Watt University

Episode 49 – Jefferson’s Bourbon – Emily Lader

In this episode we sit down with Emily Lader of Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits. Emily is back with us on the podcast. We discuss the impact Covid has had on the Philadelphia restaurant and bar scene. We talk about how people are enjoying their spirits at home and that Tequila sales are up. We have the pleasure of tasting and reviewing Jefferson’s Bourbon. We thoroughly enjoyed the Manhattan ready to drink cocktail, Jefferson’s small batch, Jefferson’s Reserve and Jefferson’s Ocean. All four of these were excellent pours. Unique in nose, flavor and character.

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Highlights from our discussion:Bushmills

The Martinez Cocktail

Manhattan Cocktail

Thomas Jefferson Whiskey

Whiskey Rebellion

Philadephia Whiskey Society

Black Hog BBQ

Jane Bowie Maker’s Mark

Manchester United

Chivas

Manatawny Still Works

Varga Bar

Episode 44 – Tadmore Distilling Co. – Natasha Vitale

This episode features Natasha Vitale of Tadmore Distilling Co. “This is passion and the passion gets you through the hard times”. It started with a discovery of bourbon and loving bourbon. Steve and Tasha were high school sweethearts. They continue to do everything together. They took a trip to a liquor store. The bottle of Woodford Reserve spoke to them and they have been hooked ever since. In 2016 they visited Kentucky and experienced the Bourbon Trail. Woodford and Makers Mark inspired them to start and open a distillery of their own. Today they are part of the story in the rebirth of Salem, NJ. 90 W Broadway, Salem, NJ 08079 – (856) 485-0750 – www.tadmoredistilling.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Kentucky Bourbon Trail

Woodford Reserve

Episode 43 – Hook & Flask Still Works – Mark Farrell and Devin Flickinger

This episode features Mark Farrell and Devin Flickinger of Hook and Flask Still Works. 2 friends with a 15 year relationship decided to open a distillery. Devin was home brewing beer and making wine before entering into the world of distilling. They took off doing market research by visiting other distilleries, asking a lot of questions, taking classes and shadowing other distillers. The result is a fire themed establishment that pays homage and honors their roots. They are refining their craft one bottle at a time. Creating a delicious mix of cocktails, food and fun. We discuss their growth during cover and the development of their brown spirits program.137 N Hanover St, Carlisle, PA 17013 – (717) 601-2770 – www.hookandflaskstillworks.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Grand Illusion Hard Cider

Five Saints Distilling

Fireball

Brewscuits

Deer Creek Malthouse

Adirondack Barrel Cooperage