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Episode 50 – George Washington’s Mount Vernon Distillery – Steve Bashore

This episode features Steve Bashore of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Distillery. “The best whiskeys we’ve made have yet to be bottled .”Steve has worked in the museum field for over 30 years and is a miller by trade. Add to that resume being the head distillery at a place where he keeps history alive. Being a distiller using 18th century equipment isn’t easy. He is a problem solver and he has learned to adapt with the equipment that he has. Steve joined Mount Vernon in 2007 as head of the department of historical trades where he oversees the living history element. Steve was there when the first barrel was filled in 2007. With the help of some incredible people the distillery is now producing some much coveted spirits. His stories, experiences and knowledge are fascinating. Steve’s focus on education, pride and the connection to history keeps the spirit of George Washington thriving.

5514 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309

(703) 780-3383

https://www.mountvernon.org/the-estate-gardens/distillery/ – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:Nearest Green

Maggie Campbell Privateer Rum

Scotch Whisky Association

Alexandria, VA

Starlight Distillery

Ferm Solutions

Lisa Wicker Widow Jane Distillery

Vendome Copper & Brass Works

American Whiskey Trail

Dr. Peter Cressy

Dave Pickerell

Distilled Spirits Council of the United States

Bourbon Pompeii

Esther White

Episode 46 – Pine Tavern Distillery – Bill Cox

This episode features Bill Cox of Pine Tavern Distillery. Bill and his family love to go camping for their vacations. They pack up the campers and check out places on the East Coast. On one of their trips they visited Copper Fox Distillery in Sperryville, Virginia. Later they pondered, “Why is there nothing like this in NJ?” Taking the next steps they met with now defunct Cooper River Distillers in Camden, NJ. This gave them the information and structure that they needed to get started. Cooper River helped them put things together. New Jersey is a “Right to Farm” State and they determined that the families farm was the perfect setting to get their distillery dreams going. Already growing corn on the land it was perfect. On February 3, 2016 they fired up the still and began to distill their Muddy Run Corn Moonshine. Now the 8th oldest distillery in NJ they continue to grow and expand. This camping trip inspired distillery is producing spectacular spirits which pay tribute to local history. They emphasize a spirit of collaboration with their neighbors and the local community. 149A Pine Tavern Rd, Monroeville, NJ 08343 – (856) 358-1076 – www.pinetaverndistillery.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Copper Fox Distillery

Salem County Historical Society

Mood’s Farm

Recklesstown Distillery

Independence Spirits Distillery

Two Bridges Wine Trail

Rabbit Hill Farms

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

Big Hill Cider Works

Sunday’s Mill Company

Black Button Distilling

Davis Valley Distillery

Cumberland County

US Army War College

Episode 42 – Tenth Ward Distilling Company – Amanda Boroughs and Kanchentha Bennett

This episode features Amanda Boroughs and Kachnetha Bennett of Tenth Ward Distilling Company. In 2015 Monica Pearce took all of the money that she had and opened a distillery. The next step was to open up a cocktail lounge and tasting room. There is also an event space that is perfect for weddings and celebrations. At Tenth Ward there is a purpose, a plan and a mission. They don’t just do ordinary. They put their own creative stamp on their creations. Thinking out every last detail. What they create are some of the finest spirits which are the base for the amazing cocktails that they produce. This women owned distillery has a dedicated team that is committed to making craft spirits that are unusual, unconventional and sensational. Amanda and Kachentha take us behind the scenes and behind the bar and we get to learn what makes it all come together.55 E Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701 – 301-360-5888 – www.tenthwarddistilling.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Rockwell Brewery

Visit Maryland

Visit Frederick

McCutcheon’s Apple Cider

National Museum of Civil War Medicine

Jack Daniel’s Honey

New York World Wine & Spirits Competition

Orchid Celler Meadery

San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Episode #32 – Red Pump Spirits – Ed and Judy Belfoure

This episode features Ed and Judy Belfoure of Red Pump Spirits. Ed and Judy get to make people happy. Ed’s background in chemistry was the perfect transition into creating distilled spirits. There is a rich history of amateur wine making in Ed’s family and he likes getting his hands dirty. This couple makes a fantastic team and is producing some first rate wonderful spirits. We could have talked for hours. They were a delight to have on the podcast.

32 N. Main Street, Washington, PA 15301 – rpspirits@gmail.com –

724-503-4014 – On Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Whiskey Rebellion Festival

Zig Ziglar

Leopold Bros

Maryland Style Rye Whiskey

Monongahela Rye

Five Saints Distilling

Episode 30 – Ethan Smith – Michter’s Pennsylvania

🎙Check out the latest episode featuring Ethan Smith. Ethan has a passion and curiosity for the old Bomberger’s Distillery which was more recently Michter’s in Pennsylvania. The seed for Ethan’s hunger to discover Michter’s was planted in him when he was a kid. Originating in a brochure rack. It reappeared in an antiques store and since that fateful day he has been consumed with the Michter’s legacy. Even turning his home into a makeshift Michter’s museum to preserve the famous history. Michter’s closed on Valentine’s Day 1990 but, Ethan helps to keep the story alive.
bluecapriethan@gmail.com The Ethan Smith Blog

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Highlights from our discussion:

Bomberger’s Distillery

Michter’s Distillery

Dick Stoll

Stoll & Wolfe Distillery

Schaefferstown, PA

Susquehanna River Valley

American Whiskey Convention

Tom’s Foolery Distillery

Continental Distilling Corporation

Michter’s Decanters List

Episode #15 Whiskey Smash – West Overton Village

This episode features Whiskey Smash at West Overton Village.109 W Overton Rd, Scottdale, PA 15683 (724) 887-7910 info@westovertonvillage.org – www.westovertonvillage.org – On Facebook

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We had the pleasure of interviewing:

Aaron Hollis – Director of Education at West Overton Village

Rob Hough from Liberty Pole Spirits

Aleasha Monroe – Head Distiller at West Overton Distilling

Sam Komlenic – Copy Editor for Whiskey Advocate

Jim Wolfe – Stoll and Wolfe Distillillery

Robert McDonald – Grain Specialist at Dancing Star Farms

Highlights from our discussion:

Whiskey Rebellion Trail

Red Pump Spirits

Barrel 21 Distillery

Crooked Creek Distillery

Tall Pines Distillery

PA Libations

Cheers!

Episode #13 – Dick Stoll

This episode features Dick Stoll of Stoll & Wolfe Distillery. Dick is the last man to have distilled Rosen Rye in Pennsylvania. He shares his experiences at Michter’s Distillery and so much more! The episode was recorded at Stoll & Wolfe which is located at: 35 North Cedar St, Lititz, PA, 17543 – 717-799-4499 www.stollandwolfe.com – On Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Michter’s Distillery

Rosen Rye

Charles Everett Beam

Michter’s Distillery Kentucky

Pennco Distillers

Bomberger’s Distillery

Cheers!

History In The Distilling

An anxious crowd gathered around Laura Fields, of the Seed Spark Project, as she introduced the star of the day. Since 2015, Rosen rye seeds have been cultivated and re-planted on agricultural test plots in State College, PA to produce enough usable grain to distill into whiskey. Rosen rye had been in the fermenter since September 3rd and was ready to be distilled at Stoll and Wolfe Distillery in Lititz, Pennsylvania.

Dick Stoll was the last man to distill Rosen rye into whiskey at Michter’s Distillery in Schaefferstown, Pa. Liquid began to flow into the still and Dick looked on with a very watchful eye. It was an emotional moment for Erik Wolfe as he explained the process of what was about to take place in the distillation. Finally, all of the hard work and preparation would become a reality.

It was all hands on deck as things heated up. Jim Wolfe and Avianna Wolfe took their places to make sure that the pressure and temperatures remained stable as the column still began to produce the first evidence of juice. The whole team at Stoll and Wolfe was amazing. For the next 3 hours there was joy, laughter and camaraderie as guests shared stories, asked questions and got their first taste of the “White Dog”. Oh, how sweet it is!

The journey continues as some of the Rosen rye which has now been given over to the barrel gods. The remaining un-aged portion will be available to taste and sample.

It was an incredible experience to be able to watch the whole process come together. Fermented Adventure has had the pleasure of visiting many distilleries. However, it is rare to witness the production of craft distilled spirits. The day culminated with enjoying one last taste. Fermented Adventure the Podcast sat down with Dick Stoll and learned more about his story. Look for the interview on your favorite Podcast Platform.

It all started with a seed. It was a perfect day in a perfect place. It may sound cliche, but, on September 7, 2019 a lot of peoples hard work, visions and dreams came true. That’s what is at the heart of the craft distillery industry.

Episode #12 – Herman Mihalich – Dad’s Hat

This episode features Herman Mihalich of Dad’s Hat. Herman and John S. Cooper are the founders of Dad’s Hat. They start from scratch to make genuine small batch rye. Their mission is to distill and deliver classic Pennsylvania Rye spirits following over 200 years of American distilling tradition. It all started with an article in The New York Times in 2006 promoting the comeback of Rye Whiskey. But, truly, Rye Whiskey is in their blood and is a family tradition. Dad’s Hat is located at Mountain Laurel Spirits, 925 Canal Street, Building 44, Bristol, PA 19007 – 215-781-8300 www.dadshatrye.com – On Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Michigan State Artisan Distillery Program

MGP

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board

Nevada Mease – MeadowBrook Farms

Signature Communication

The Sam Thompson Distillery