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The guys return… or at least they did for this short episode.   The fellas reminisce about finally being in the same place at the same time.  They also discuss the highlights of their respective time's away, the most recent conference, the evolving format of the...

Colton and Brian are joined by Kevin Dunbar and Leah Hutchinson of Tapi to discuss closure needs and the state of supply chains in our covid world.  They also discuss what to lobby for next, Brian’s Mr. Congeniality award, Colton’s alcohol transportation experience early in his...

This episode the fellas are joined by Jenna Riggan of SaverGlass.  Jenna shares some detail in the size and history of Saver and provides some advice for producers attempting to tackle their packaging needs.  Amongst the glass talk they broach such topics such as how many...

This episode has it all.  Okay realistically this episode has some.  Brian, Colton, and Zeno are joined by Chris Sywassink of Savannah Georgia’s Ghost Coast Distillery. They cover Georgia law, rebranding, space travel, and a girthy portfolio.   No monks were threatened during the making of...

Listener if you were ever to skip an episode, this is the one for you.  In lieu of writing a description I will just share what I wrote to the other two members of the podcast.  It reads as follows:“We should release this but it...

In this illustrious episode from the last pandemic year the fellas are joined by Colin Johnston of Crisp Malt.  They discuss what Colin and Crisp has been up to and how our industry has room for innovation in regards to malt.  Yes this was recorded at the...

Sorry listener.  Zeno has been on hiatus from the cast due to the sugar cane harvest season.  Clearly the other two members are inept and/or lack motivation. In fact, all three members suffer from this general ineptitude and malaise.   This episode the guys review an...

No listener the guys did not give up on you, or die, or simply lose interest.  Brian, Colton, and Zeno return to discuss the controversy around Jim Murray and the whiskey bible syntax or lack thereof.  They also give you a glimpse into Brian’s childhood hurdles, Colton’s...

Jeff Clark of Live Oak Bank joins Brian and Colton to discuss the financial distress in our beloved industry and how banks like Live Oak play a role.  Jeff’s optimism is welcome and a bit out of the norm for our humble show. Jeff’s opinions are...

Under the guise of a podcast episode the fellas sit down to chat and touch on what to expect with the upcoming virtual conferences.  Brian desperately tries to provide relevant content, Colton giggles and displays his sarcasm and dry wit.  Zeno makes jokes and grumbles.   need help...

Listener (Caleb), guess what.  The fellas are back and joined by Mitch Codd of Lallemand Biofuels and Distilled Spirits. Brian informs us just how he’s exhausting streaming services, Zeno shares his proprietary yeast pitching methods, and Colton reveals just what he thinks New Hampshire is like.  Mitch...

As the title indicates, the fellas are joined by DISCUS president and CEO Chris Swonger.  They discuss the impacts of Covid-19 to the industry in a holistic manner. This includes what the post Covid-19 era may look like and the work that is pertinent to...

This week the guys are joined by Eli Aguilera SVP of Total Wine and More.  They discuss how the pandemic impacts retail and how Total Wine has nimbly adjusted their methods to please the consumer.  They also reveal the true nature of this podcast, intellectually wane...

The fellas are joined by Owner/Distiller Tim Russell of Maggie’s Farm rum in Brian’s favorite city Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.  They discuss how Pennsylvania’s decision to close their state run liquor retail stores impacted Tim’s business and the drinking population in PA as a whole.  They also daftly cover...

Description:  The TTB made some rule changes to the spirit definition requirements.   The fellas decide to discuss the highlights of these changes and the feelings these changes evoked in the distilling community.   Zeno shares a story about refilling a vodka bottle.  Brian shamelessly plugs an article in his...

This episode the fellas are joined by the one and only Rob Masters to discuss this year’s American Craft Spirits Association spirit awards.  On March 30th the ACSA put on a webinar awards show to accommodate the Covid-19 era social distancing.  The guys recall who won what within the categories while intermingling priceless content...

This week the fellas are joined by owner operator Paul Hletko of FEW spirits. They discuss what everyone is doing during the pandemic and how to plan for the future. Paul provides some insight in what he believes some of the inherent risk are for...

The fellas are joined by Mayor of Salida, Colorado PT Wood. He happens to also be the co-founder and co-owner of Wood’s High Mountain Distillery, so the conversation is vaguely relevant. PT provides insight on how Covid-19 is impacting local business and the industry at...

Have you heard of this Coronavirus? The guys discuss how the pandemic is effecting them personally and the industry as a whole. Yes there is a discussion about hand sanitizer. The fellas keep their typical jovial tone while Colton catches Brian and Zeno up on...

Brain and Zeno welcome Jake Hoshue of Old Trestle Distillery to the show whilst Colton is off peeling peaches in the Alps. They discuss what Jake is working on, convention season (as it still existed during the recording of the episode), Shaquille O’neal racing, and...

This week the fellas bring on a special guest to help Colton reveal some exciting news. No Colton isn’t pregnant in the literal sense but we realize that would be special and exciting. The guys also touch upon hot topics such as Zeno’s flexibility, and...

This week the guys are joined by Jeff Wuslich of Cardinal Spirits in Bloomington Indiana.  Jeff discusses the state of his business and how it has evolved over the years.  He even goes as far as teasing the recipe for his illustrious Vodka and soda...

This week the fellas are joined by Denver Cramer of Denver and Liely drinking vessels.  Hot topics will include but are not limited to; Australian brush fires, the proper tasting attire, the regionally specific colloquial term for “Caridea”, and adult naps involving an amount of nocturnal perspiration. Thanks...

Hey listener.  Do you remember 2019?  The guys are finally back and are discussing the past year in the spirits industry.  They share personal anecdotes, figure out if it was in fact the year of rum, and continue to establish their sense of subtlety and tastefulness....

This episode Brian and Zeno have a chat with Matt Strickland the head of production of Distillerie Côte des Saints in Mirabel, Quebec.  They discuss the state Canada’s spirit industry, what Matt is working on, apple beverages,  and Zeno’s effects on lab rats. Colton was off fighting for the...

Zoiks! This week the fellas discuss the recent upswing in minority stake investments and what to do after acquiring some of that sweet sweet cash. They also discuss how to best prepare for seeking investments or a buyout entirely. If you are wondering about Colton’s...

This week the fellas discuss how we define and know the lovely spirit vodka.  They chat about how vodka is changing and how to walk the line of having character and staying true to the category. They also discuss the subtle way Zeno orders drinks,...

“Just one look at you and I know its going to be… A Corey Day… -Bill Withers (Zeno) This week, Colton and Brian sit down with Corey Day of the illustrious Stoel Rives law firm. They discuss Zeno’s legal troubles, Colton’s parking tickets, fence styles,...

This week the fellas talk about the dog days of summer and how they impact production. They also discuss the news as usual and have some tantalizing final thoughts about cheese snacks and their derivatives. They also soft launch merch without fully having materialized said...

This week Brian extends the news segment for an entire episode because his ego is extra bloated this week. Colton and Zeno absorb said news as they try to make sense of it and giggle. The fellas are preparing for the DC FET reduction fly...

Double the pleasure double the fun. This week, Colton and Zeno travel to respective homes and have a chat with some of their hometown distillers.  Brian was in Spokane doing whatever it may be that you do in Spokane. Colton indulges in some moist solvent...

This week the guys welcome Joseph Kalkwarf of Lallemand to chat about yeast again.  Ironically this microscopic species is a big enough topic to discuss in perpetuity. Joseph informs the fellas about some of the tech Lallemand utilizes and how the company tries to stay...

Brian returns from his illustrious river trip!  The fellas catch up on what said trip really was.  Brian loops Colton and Zeno in on raft booze logistics, attendees on the excursion, and his murderous nature in the name of antiquated patriotism. The guys also discuss...

This week Colton and Zeno welcome back Rob Masters who is filling in for Brian who is busy carrying buckets. The guys decided to chat about aging, tradition, what is American oak, and how little we all still know.  The last part does not exclusively pertain to...

This week the fellas welcome Cody Snyder of AB Biotek.  Given Cody’s expertise and experience they dive deep into yeast processes of the industry.  They also discuss what we can learn from the fuel ethanol industry, super genetically modified enzymatic corn, and secret words.  ...

This week the guys chat about buildings.  Distillery buildings to be specific.  Even more specifically  what they like and dislike about these specific types of structures.  Let us be honest though, specifics have never been the fellas strong suit.  That is with the exception of...

This week the guys chat about Zeno’s tip to France and the regionality of spirits.  They also adequately broach some hot topics such as garbage plates and sea turtle party hats.

This week, Colton and Brian sat down with Mark Shilling, founder and managing principal at Shilling/Crafted. They discuss the FET reduction, TTB’s proposed changes, and Mark puts the podcast on blast, which is probably long overdue. Enjoy!   Just to really hammer this point home, ...

We’ve got a very special episode for you this week! The guys sat down with Justin Thomas and Scott Timms from G&D Chillers, one of our esteemed sponsors. To be frank, we loved chatting with these two about cooling solutions, chemical engineering, and pits of...

This week, the guys discuss still geometry and its affects on the product. They go over the importance of copper contact, worm vs shotgun condensers, and the right way to pronounce dephlegmator. We’ve also decided to introduce segments! So please get in touch with us...

For this week’s episode the guys sat down with the wonderfully talented Nicole Austin, General Manager and Distiller at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. They talk commemorative tattoos, the intricacies of shipping horses, and the work Nicole does at George Dickel. Enjoy! Could we ever do...

We’re back! This week we get into the important stuff…celebrity spirits. Listen to our take on celebrity spirit products and brands, which celebrities are doing it right and who is doing it wrong. As usual there are some jokes along the way, and a surprise...

John McKee, founder of Headframe Spirits and Headframe Spirits Manufacturing in Butte, Montana, joins the guys for this week’s episode. They discuss Good Guys, American single malts, and all things cream. This episode was recorded at ADI with all people present in the same place,...

This week, the guys go over a few industry updates and discuss ADI’s upcoming convention before diving into the episode topic, events! They discuss hosting events at your distillery, attending events as a representative of the brand, and the importance of keeping bacon well stocked...

Two of the guys are back from Minneapolis and ready to fill in the third guy on all the fun had at ACSA’s annual convention. They then make an elegant segue into this episode’s topic: spent grain, or grain leftover after distillation. The guys discuss...

This week we’re hitting the road ( well most of us at least) to Minneapolis Minnesota for ACSA so the episode is coming to you early! Colton recaps a bit more from the malt conference, we discuss what we’re looking forward to during the upcoming...

This week, there is only Colton. But he’s joined by the maltster for the Bentley Heritage project to talk about all things malt! They cover barley and corn, floor malting and batch malting, dangers associated with certain varieties, and how many peas can be mixed...

For years now bartenders have been proselytizing the year of rum. The guys aren’t so sure… Tune in for the discussion on all things rum. Where is it going? What are the best routes to expansion of the category, and of course some a weird...

Join the guys to hear their thoughts on the trends others have already predicted! We cover CBD cocktails, Tiki drinks, oversized garnishes and so much more. Check it out.

Its 2019 and the guys are back! Rob Masters from The Family Jones Distillery joins in for a discussion on cleaning wooden fermenters, whether its bourbon or vodka that ‘pays the bills’, and what Seth Rogan movies are best!

This week, the guys sit down with Ryan Csanky of Aria Gin in Portland, Oregon. Aria has been making quality gin for the better part of a decade—Ryan shares his experiences getting permitting and dealing with agents on both the local and federal level, as...