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Episode 166 – Casa W Distillery – Wally Caraballo

This episode feature ⁠Wally Caraballo⁠ of ⁠Casa W Distillery⁠.

Wally’s entrepreneurial roots go back to his father’s bar in Puerto Rico where he was making and selling his own sangria. Upon arriving to the United States he set his sights on creating and sharing the traditional Pitorro that he grew up on back home. He began the journey as a moonshiner of sorts. He crafted and perfected the Puerto Rican rum in his basement. His family and friends clamored for this wonderful elixir. Now he’s changing the game with his own expression of what he believes Pitorro should be. To date they have been open for seven months and have become a fixture and destination in the community. Some of their releases sell out so fast and they are working hard to keep up with demand. As Wally says, “Pitorro chose him”. We are so grateful that it did.

1339 Penn Ave, Wyomissing, PA 19610 – ⁠(610) 223-9427⁠ – ⁠Facebook

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Highlights From our Discussion:

⁠Puerto Rico Distillery⁠

⁠Wyomissing, PA⁠

⁠Reading Distilling Guild⁠

⁠Lincoln County Method⁠

⁠La Frikatona⁠

⁠Coquito⁠

⁠Laura Fields/Delaware Valley Fields Foundation⁠

⁠Absynthia⁠

⁠West Reading⁠

⁠Reading Pagoda

Episode 127 – Lyon Rum – Jamie Windon

This episode features Jaime Windon of Lyon Rum.

Jaime has a penchant for saying yes to crazy ideas. On a whim she drove down to Kentucky and bought a 26 galloon still to make rum. Lyon Rum was embraced by the small town of St. Michaels, MD as the distillery began to take shape and grow. It’s Jaime’s love of making things for people and serving them that has helped to make this rum distillery a major success. They’re putting a unique fingerprint on the rum industry by making genuinely flavorful and complex spirits.

605 S Talbot St UNIT 6, St Michaels, MD 21663 – (443) 333-9181– www.LyonRum.com – Facebook

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Tiffani Barriere

Amaro Santoni

Rise Up Coffee Roasters

Episode 116 – Spring House Spirits – Chris Demars – Randy and Jenn Litwin

This episode features Chris Demars, Randy Litwin and Jenn Litwin of Spring House Spirits.

Sixty years ago Chris’s grandmother taught him how to distill spirits, make wine and brew beer. Chris worked as a nuclear engineer which is kind of like being a distiller. He longed to come back to the family farm and get back to his distilling roots. He pays homage to his grandmothers background by bringing several grains together in the mash bill. This bespoke farm distillery is creating amazing spirits that are full of character and flavor. Each bottle highlights the quality of the process, the local grains, and the connection to the history of the surrounding Chester County community.

25 Martin Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320 – (610)593-7348 – www.SpringHouseSpirits.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

St. Malachi Church

M & D Staves

Zook Molasses Company

Grey Goose Vodka

Deer Creek Malthouse

Episode 100 – Holy Ghost Distillery – John and Janice Sepcoski

This episode features John Sepcoski and Janice Sepcoski of Holy Ghost Distillery.

Janice and John enjoyed visiting distilleries, breweries and wineries. After visiting a distillery 7 years ago John said, “I can do better then this”. This led them to looking for land and a building to host their vision. What they’ve set out to create is a total experience. Not just buy a bottle or purchase a cocktail, but the experience to make new friends over a cocktail. They have left their full time careers to live out a dream. As Janice puts it, “Now I do Bourbon”. We had a wonderful time experiencing their chocolate and bourbon pairing. The final part of our podcast journey was the absinthe extravaganza. It was all a fitting tribute to celebrate our 100th episode.

990 State Route 940, White Haven, PA 18661 – (570) 990-2673 – wwwholyghostdistillery.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Stave and Thief Society

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 71 – Christmas City Spirits – Michael “Woody” Dombrosky

This episode features Michael Dombrosky of Christmas City Spirits.

It all began, when a group of 4 coworkers who were rugby players, got together to share their love of the history of Bethlehem, PA. They formed the restaurant at Tavern at the Sun Inn. The next step was to bring the spirits into the tavern. Woody’s family has a long history of distilling in the coal regions of Pennsylvania. His great grandmother would create Laudanum and make house calls to those with a variety of ailments. His family has a storied past of making Rye Whiskey. The owners crossed paths with Woody and they brought him on to distill their incredible spirits and unique recipes. We learned so much sitting down with Woody and we had a great time enjoying his craft creations.

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564 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018 – (484) 893-0590– www.suninnbethlehem.org – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Bethlehem, PA

Laudanum

Puerto Rico Distillery

Good Food Awards

MicroLiquor Spirit Awards

Ascot Awards

Easton Kuebler Lager Caves

Tito’s Vodka

Gallows Hill Spirits

Cold Springs Copper Works

Lehigh University

Steve Bashore

American Whiskey Convention

The Peoples Kitchen

Lenni Lenape

Episode 68 – Train Wreck Distillery – Aaron Diamond

This episode features Aaron Diamond of Train Wreck Distillery.

The seed of entrepreneurship was planted by Arron’s Grandfather, Norman Diamond. At a very young age Aaron would help Norman make beer and wine. After his grandfather passed, Aaron tried making his own beer and wine. It just didn’t turn out the same. According to Aaron it was not very good at all. That’s when he thought it would be better to distill the bad product that he made. He turned his sights to distilling. He began taking classes with his father to learn how to distill. Traveling all over the country and even London to gain the knowledge that the desired. In 2014 they purchased a run down train station in Mount Holly. Right on the banks of the Rancocas Creek. In 2015 they started distilling and working on perfecting their recipes. In July of 2017 they opened their door to the public. Train Wreck is a vibrant distillery where people come for the spirits, the cocktails, the great entertainment and the lively banter. From it’s humble beginnings this is no longer a train wreck but, a rousing success.

We welcome Brewscuits as a 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.

25 Madison Ave, Mt Holly, NJ 08060 – (609) 288-6300– www.trainwreckdistillery.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Sipsmith Gin

East London Liquor Company

Beefeater Gin

Spellbound Brewing

Auburn Road Vineyard

Little Water Distillery

Bluecoat Gin

Stateside Vodka

Talking Bourbon, Gin, Rum and Single Malt

Episode 67 – Puerto Rico Distillery – Angel and Crystal Rivera

This episode features Angel Rivera and Crystal Rivera of Puerto Rico Distillery.

Angel and Crystal opened the distillery in March of 2020, just as the Covid shutdown took effect. The City of Frederick and the surrounding community has welcomed them with open arms. It has been a great fit for everyone. It wasn’t an easy decision at first. But, when the Rivera’s made up their minds, they sold their home and moved to Frederick. There is family and culture around Pitorro. It is a Clandestine Rum that is Puerto Rican Moonshine. This is the true Puerto Rican Rum passed down from generation to generation. “Puerto Rican born and Maryland made.” So, what is Pitorro? Listen to the podcast episode and learn all about it.

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1341 Hughes Ford Rd, Frederick, MD 21701 – (240) 457-4038– www.puertoricodistilery.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Pitorro

Taneytown Liquors

The Wine Source

University of Maryland

Honey Bee Lab

Frederick, MD

Episode 66 – Dragon Distillery – Ashley Perez

This episode features Ashley Perez of Dragon Distillery.

Mark and Tania Lambert founded Dragon Distillery as a passion project. The theme is inspired by the game Dungeons and Dragons. However, when it comes to the spirits they are not playing games. Mark’s family settled in Frederick in the 1700’s. The moonshine recipes date back to before prohibition. In 2015 the Lambert’s opened Dragon and it is the first distillery to open in Frederick since after Prohibition. Ashley shares the story of the distillery and we sample many of the amazing craft distilled spirits. Like many craft businesses they support local farmers to create their products.

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1341 Hughes Ford Rd Suite 108, Frederick, MD 21701 –

(301) 844-6416– www.dragondistillery.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Frederick, MD

4 The Love of Sweets

Cutwater Spirits

Dungeons & Dragons

Maryland Renaissance Festival

Linganore Wines

Wassail

Attaboy Brewing Company

Carroll Creek Park

Earthly Elements

Flying Dog Brewery

Isabella’s Taverna

Maryland Distillers Guild

Episode 47 – Old Republic Distillery – Bill Mathias

This episode features Bill Mathias of Old Republic Distillery. “We distill for flavor baby… It’s all about the flavor.” The distillery started with a passion. Bill’s grandfather and great grandfather made home made wine. They made dandelion and watermelon rind wine. They made alcohol from what was readily available. Bill was curious about how they made what they did. At 18 Bill brewed his first beer and learned all about fermentation. He runs three stills. He’s making the mash and fermenting to put out some exceptional and flavorful spirits. Take a listen and let us know what you think. 330 Town Center Dr York, PA 17408 – 717-870-1792 – www.drinkord.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Old Republic Distillery Tavern – Ephrata

Jack Daniels

Mojito Recipe

Explore York

Keystone Craft Spirits Trail

Grappa