Podcasts about caledonia spirits

Ryan Christiansen, President, and Head Distiller at Barr Hill by Caledonia Spirits, discovered his passion for fermentation through brewing beer at home. This fascination led him to open a home brewing store, but fate intervened when he met beekeeper, Todd Hardie. Their shared vision of infusing spirits with the essence of honey inspired Ryan to venture into distillation. A decade later, his dedication to working with bees and raw honey has yielded exceptional spirits, enriching cocktail culture and redefining the connection between agriculture and mixology.   Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Ryan shares his journey into the spirits industry The state of the bee population in Vermont and the distillery's efforts to support pollinator habitats Ryan discusses the technical aspects of distilling gin and vodka from honey The unique approach that differentiates them from traditional honey producers and distilleries A spotlight on Barr Hill Vodka, its production process, and the mission connecting cocktail culture to agriculture The flavor profile sought in honeys used for Barr Hill Gin and how they choose the correct honey for the distillation process The Bee's Knees Week and Bee the Change and their efforts to promote pollinator habitat in visible locations Insights into Barr Hill's barrel cooperage and the aging process of barrel gin Understanding where honey comes into play during the gin-making process The journey from beekeeping to rye farming and the process of crafting whiskey Reflections on the growth of Barr Hill and Caledonia Spirits, and lessons learned along the way A glimpse into the unique Kingdom Strength Tom Cat   In this episode with Ryan Christiansen We sit down with Ryan Christiansen of Barr Hill, a Vermont distillery known for crafting exceptional spirits from honey. Ryan takes us on a journey into the spirits industry and shares his passion for beekeeping and sustainable practices. We delve into the technical aspects of distilling their unique gin and vodka, exploring how honey plays a central role in the process.  In today's episode of the Legends Behind the Craft podcast, Drew Thomas Hendricks and Bianca Harmon are joined by Ryan Christiansen, the President & Head Distiller of Barr Hill by Caledonia Spirits. Discover the flavor profiles they seek in their spirits and how they differentiate themselves from other distilleries and honey producers. We also explore their dedication to supporting the bee population in Vermont and their partnership with "Bee the Change" to promote pollinator habitats. From their acclaimed Barr Hill Vodka to the intriguing Tom Cat Gin, learn about the innovative approach and meticulous craft behind Barr Hill's offerings. We'll also gain insights into the journey from beekeeping to rye farming, witnessing the growth of Barr Hill and Caledonia Spirits, and Ryan's reflections on the path taken.   Sponsor for this episode… This episode is brought to you by Barrels Ahead. Barrels Ahead is a wine and craft marketing agency that propels organic growth by using a powerful combination of content development, Search Engine Optimization, and paid search. At Barrels Ahead, we know that your business is unique. That's why we work with you to create a one-of-a-kind marketing strategy that highlights your authenticity, tells your story, and makes your business stand out from your competitors. Our team at Barrels Ahead helps you leverage your knowledge so you can enjoy the results and revenue your business deserves. So, what are you waiting for? Unlock your results today! To learn more, visit barrelsahead.com or email us at hello@barrelsahead.com to schedule a strategy call.

Welcome to the Boozebuddy Update. For you Boozebuddies today I have - Opener Alternatives, Best VT Beers, & Barr Hill RTD Opener Alternatives, all neatly arranged so you can find a surefire way to open a beer if you ever find yourself with a bottle in your hand and no opener in sight. Have a buckle, a car, a belt, even a wedding ring - then you my friend have a way to open that stubborn cap on top of that bottle of beer. Several ways to open at the link https://www.mensjournal.com/food-drink/how-open-beer-bottle-without-opener Best VT Beers! Vermont has some pretty amazing beers, and it's why the tiny state has been called “The Napa Valley of Craft Beer” for some time. Here are 20 of the best, including, Otter Creek Brewing's Copper Ale. Hill Farmstead, with Abner and Ann, House of Fermentology Purple Dot, Lush from Frost Beerworks, and The Alchemist's Heady Topper. All 20 at the link https://www.tastingtable.com/1254770/best-vermont-craft-beers-ranked/ The Boozebuddy Update is brought to you by Green Mountain Payments - helping local business owners save thousands of dollars by providing complimentary credit card processing equipment and zero cost credit card processing. Visit greenmountainpayments.com or posandzero.com today! Barr Hill RTD. Barr Hill Gin and Lawson's Finest Liquids have teamed up on a Ready-to-Drink gin and Tonic that rolls out this week, though some stores might not have it on hand before April 28th! Look for the 93% ABV canned cocktail to hit the shelves for a price of about $20 for a 4-pack of 12-ounce cans. Click the link for more https://vermontbiz.com/news/2023/april/12/barr-hill-releases-first-ever-canned-gt Buy me a Beer or merch for yourself at https://shop.boozebuddyupdate.com Suggest a story and find all the links at https://BoozebuddyUpdate.com *Affiliate links* El Gato Retractable Green Screen - https://amzn.to/3gKm4jr LED Streaming Key Light Desktop - https://amzn.to/3TYfV10 Canon 80D - https://amzn.to/3JwYpiB MOMAN MA6 Lavalier Mic - https://amzn.to/3ZktFHf Try TubeBuddy https://www.tubebuddy.com/pricing?a=boozebuddy #theboozebuddyupdate #boozebuddy #boozebuddyupdate #beerindustry #boozenews #booze #opening #open #bottleopener #openingsnacks #lifehack #hack #bottlecap #vermont #vermontlife #vermonting #alchemist #headytopper #frost #craftbeer #craftbeerlover #craftbeerlife #craftbeertube #beergeek #beerlover #bestofthebest #toptrending #gin #ginandtonic #cannedcocktails #rtd #readytodrink #gincocktail #gincocktails #tonic #barrhillgin #caledonia #spirits #distillery #distillation #distilling the boozebuddy update, beer industry, global news, booze news, booze,bottle opener,opening beer, open beer, how to open a beer, best Vermont beer, Vermont beer, vt craft beer, 20 best Vermont beers, Alchemist Heady Topper, Hill Farmstead, House of Fermentology, Frost Beer Works, Barr Hill Gin, Caledonia Spirits, Gin and Tonic, canned cocktails, rtd, rtds, --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boozebuddy/support

Josh brings the Barn Hill gin handcrafted in Vermont from Caledonia Spirits.  He Brings honey macerated strawberries and blood orange fruit, Blood Orange cake with honey sugar icing and a Ponzu pork noddle bowl.  Dad does the Malfy Con Arancia Italian gin.  For his sides he did an Italian theme.  He brought Italian dry sausage, Goat cheese with crackers, and mozzarella cheese wrapped Prosciutto.  They have a great time sipping these tasty gins.  They talked about JoAnne's Gin party using eight gins, eight snacks and two different cocktails with seven of her good friends. 

Stepping away from the bar (and the bee hives) for a quick chat today, Caledonia Spirits' Sam Nelis checks into Cocktail College to dive into the Bee's Knees. We'll study history, apiology, and sweet, shaken, sours. Listen on (or read below) to discover Nelis' Bee's Knees recipe — and don't forget to subscribe! Sam Nelis' Bee's Knees Recipe Ingredients - 2 ounces gin, such as Barr Hill - ¾ ounce honey syrup (2:1 honey to water by weight) - ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice Directions 1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. 2. Shake until cold and double strain into a chilled coupe glass. 3. Garnish with an expressed lemon twist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode features Sam Nelis of Caledonia Spirits.

Dan chats with Ryan Christiansen, head distiller & President of Vermont's Caledonia Spirits, famed for crafting Barr Hill Gin, Barr Hill Reserve Tom Cat Gin and Barr Hill Vodka from raw honey. Ryan talks about Bees Knees Week (Sept. 24th—Oct. 3rd), which spotlights the importance of bees in our food and drink system, and gives bartenders and drinks-lovers the chance to work together to save the bees. Also, actors Adam Shapiro and Katie Lowes drop by to tell us about a charitable event they're doing with Seth Rogen on Sept. 24th at the Grove in LA. It's open to the public. And Dan will be there too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this wide-ranging and pine-scented conversation with Master Distiller Ryan Christiansen, some of the topics we discuss include: How time spent in his father's hardware store as a child led Ryan to appreciate taking complicated equipment apart and bringing people and communities together.  What it was like to build Caledonia Spirits from the ground-up alongside his partner and beekeeper Todd Hardy. Why Barr HIll gin defies categorization as a London Dry, Old Tom, or New American style gin Some thoughts on the finicky and inconsistent barrel aged gin category, and what makes Barr Hill's Tom Cat reserve product such a stand-out example of what a barrel aged gin could (and perhaps should more often) be. Along the way, we cover the tricky business of understanding where bees have been hanging out, some hints as to the location of the mythical “juniper extraction curve,” why “hazy Martinis” are set to be the next big cocktail craze And much, much more. This episode is brought to you by Near Country Provisions. If you live in the Mid-Atlantic and want to enjoy ethically raised (and delicious) meat from local farmers delivered to your door every month, then you need Near Country in your life. Head over to NearCountry.com and enter the code BARCART when you sign up for your subscription to receive 2 free pounds of bacon or ground beef in your first delivery.

In this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Ryan Christiansen, a Vermont native, Head Distiller, Entrepreneur & President of Vermont's Caledonia Spirits, famed for crafting Barr Hill Gin, Barr Hill Reserve Tom Cat Gin and Barr Hill Vodka.   Ryan perfected working with raw honey in the production process and leads the team that crafts these award-winning spirits.   As President, he is responsible for setting and achieving the company's strategic goals across production, finance, sales, marketing, research and development, quality control and investor relations.   He sees Barr Hill Gin as a brand that is expanding nationally and internationally, yet still has unshakeable local roots and is a proud ambassador for Vermont agriculture. The distillery includes a world class cocktail bar that showcases local ingredients and sustainable practices, as well as a tasting room for its legions of loyal fans.    Caledonia Spirits    Enjoy!   ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small monthly donation. This funding will help with all manner of things to equipment costs, editing and even getting some hard to reach people to sit down with me. Or you can just buy me a coffee to say thanks with the link below! :)  https://www.patreon.com/onthebackbar buymeacoffee.com/chrismenning                 ***** If you love our show would you please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or giving us 5 stars? It will really make a difference and help the podcast in the future. Head over to our website gastronomerlifestyle.com Contact me at christopher@gastronomerlifestyle.com

In our most anticipated issue of the year, January's Vermont Business Magazine brings you Vermont's top 122 companies ranked by sales revenue. Before anyone had heard of the Internet or email and long before Facebook, iPhones or Google, Vermont Business Magazine premiered it's first Vermont 100. And this year's edition is packed with charts showing Vermont's fastest growing companies from last year to 30 years ago, with profiles of Against the Grain Gourmet, Instrumart, Twincraft Bradford Machine, Middlebury College and others. Plus, you'll read about some newer firms to keep your eye on for their growth and innovation: Mamava; Marathon Health ; OnLogic and Caledonia Spirits. Vermont Business Magazine reports on Vermont's most optimistic caterer: Over a 7 day period, SUGARSNAP Catering went from a full schedule of weddings and corporate events to a blank calendar - but owner Abbey Duke just keeps on cooking! All this and more is in the January Issue of Vermont Business Magazine. Serious Business, serious news. For a subscription, call 802-863-8038 or go to vermontbiz.com/subscribe

In Episode #20, Michael Anstendig and Hanna Lee chat with John McCarthy, a freelance writer for Men’s Health, Forbes, Gear Patrol and other top media outlets. ⁣⁣John is also the author of two books, “The Modern Gentleman” and the upcoming “Whiskey Rebels,” and is co-founder of the John Barleycorn Awards, a spirits taste and marketing competition, and serves as its Director of Judging.⁣ ⁣Tune in to hear this spirited journalist share his thoughts on:⁣ ⁣1) Why a story for Men’s Health is all about practical advice, whereas one for Forbes is business-focused and often driven by statistics.⁣⁣2) Why the idea of “terroir” in spirits intrigues him, with impassioned distillers on both sides of the issue.⁣⁣3) How the water source used to make whiskey has an enormous influence on the spirit’s ultimate flavor.⁣ ⁣4) How he helped to create the John Barleycorn Awards and what sets them apart from other spirits competitions.⁣ ⁣5) Why Islay in Scotland would be the first place he travels to once pandemic restrictions are lifted for its legendary, peated malt whiskies and rugged natural beauty.⁣⁣6) How he managed to write his upcoming book, “Whiskey Rebels,” while in-person visits to distilleries were largely curtailed.⁣ ⁣7) How his first book, “The Modern Gentleman,” is a breezy beginner’s guide that provides a deeper understanding of food and drink that are enjoyed every day. ⁣ ⁣John also answers a listener question from Harrison Kahn, VP of Marketing at Caledonia Spirits, which produces Barr Hill Gin in Vermont. He asked what it will take for American gin to earn a leadership position in the global spirits landscape.⁣⁣Connect with John at @john_just_roams on IG and via email at johnmccarthy8628@gmail.com.⁣ ⁣Follow “Hospitality Forward” Podcast hosts Hanna Lee at @hannaleeny, Michael Anstendig at @michaelanstendig and our agency at @hannaleepr on IG.⁣⁣In this week’s “HLC Innovation Report,” we feature:⁣⁣#1: What We Are Reading This Week - "Spirits of Latin America: A Celebration of Culture & Cocktails, with 100 Recipes” by Ivy Mix. Our agency celebrates book authors we admire through our #AskTheAuthor series. Check out @hlcbookmedia on Instagram for our full interview on how Ivy and Ten Speed Press brought her spirited book to life (https://www.instagram.com/hlcbookmedia/). ⁣ ⁣#2: Who We Are Honoring This Week - Kara Newman, a freelance writer and editor for Wine Enthusiast, Bloomberg and PUNCH and also the author of many beloved cocktail books, including “Cocktails with a Twist,” “Nightcap” and more. Kara’s inspiring quote is "If it was easy, everyone would do it." We celebrate pioneering women via our digital channels, so check out hannaleecommunications.com for more than 270 women’s words of wisdom (https://www.hannaleecommunications.com/inspiring-women).⁣⁣ ⁣ ⁣#3: What We Are Celebrating This Week - Canned Cocktail Company. Kelly Levison, a 20-year industry expert, has helped over 100 bars in NYC and beyond by offering a cocktail canning service during these challenging times. Popular canned cocktails include Gin & Tonics, Negronis, Old-Fashioneds, Margaritas and more. Now drinks enthusiasts can enjoy these craft cocktails from their favorite bars at home (http://bit.ly/2LRP74U). ⁣ ⁣#4: What Podcast We Are Listening to This Week - “The Speakeasy.” Hosted by Sother Teague, Damon Boelte and Greg Benson, they recently interviewed Jordis Unga, the multi-talented General Manager of Katana Kitten in New York City. They talked about her Grammy Award-winning music career, how she caught the hospitality bug early on from her family and later pivoted from one kind of performing to another. Be sure to give it a listen to hear about her colorful career journey (http://bit.ly/3h9QNCt).⁣ ⁣#5: Who Is Inspiring Us This Week - Miracle Manning. This beautiful little girl held a sign saying “Save My Daddy’s Business” at a recent rally in Times Square where she accompanied her dad, Chris Manning. Organized by the New York City Hospitality⁣Alliance (https://www.thenycalliance.org/) and the New York State Latino Restaurant, Bar & Lounge Association (https://nysrbla.org/), the rally was a plea for Congress to pass the RESTAURANTS Act. We are keeping our fingers crossed.⁣ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we sit down with Ryan Christiansen, President & Head Distiller at Caledonia Spirits.Produced by Taylor Kracher, VCET Associatewww.caledoniaspirits.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

WBZ's Jordan Rich talks with Ryan Christiansen, President and Head Distiller at Caledonia Spirits, about what the future looks like for small distilleries emerging from the coronavirus pandemic.

WBZ's Jordan Rich talks with Ryan Christiansen, President and Head Distiller at Caledonia Spirits, about their switch to produce hand sanitizer to assist during the coronavirus pandemic.

In this episode of the Distillery Nation Podcast, we had the absolute pleasure of talking with Ryan Christiansen. Ryan is the President and Head Distillery behind Caledonia Spirits located in Vermont and best known for their Barr Hill Gin and Vodka. And what an episode, we chatted about Ryan's beginnings, how bees and honey became a core of what they do, favorite books, expansion headaches, SKU selection and so much more.

How are Vermont businesses coping with the COVID-19 pandemic? For some, it means reinventing themselves. Caledonia Spirits and Silo Distillery have transformed from distilling spirits to making hand sanitizer for area hospitals and residents. Vermont Glov

How are Vermont businesses coping with the COVID-19 pandemic? For some, it means reinventing themselves. Caledonia Spirits and Silo Distillery have transformed from distilling spirits to making hand sanitizer for area hospitals and residents. Vermont Glov

WBZ's Jordan Rich speaks with Ryan Christiansen, President and Head Distiller at Caledonia Spirits, about his company in Montpelier, Vermont.

Join us today as we chat with Sam Nelis- @sam_nelis the Beverage Director at Caledonia Spirits- @barrhillgin , where he curates all cocktails for the company, from the menu at the on site cocktail bar at the distillery to the website, to cocktails created for nationwide events. He’s also in charge of educating the company on cocktail culture and is responsible for supporting relationships with key cocktail bars. Today we talk about the brand new distillery and integrated cocktail bar in Vermont’s capitol of Montpelier, the continued success of “Bees Knees Week” and, working with local farmers to create EAR- Experiments in Agricultural Rectification. www.caledoniaspirits.com

A Vermont distillery recently moved operations from The Northeast Kingdom to the capitol city and its new location is as sweet as the honey infused in its spirits. Caledonia Spirits , previously in Hardwick, now has a beautiful, new space in Montpelier which also includes a bar and store.

Our discussion tonight will be on natural sweeteners. We are delighted to welcome Joseph and Margaret-Ann Burkholder, who are the owner/farmers of Compass Winds Sorghum, based in Dayton, Virginia, outside of Harrisonberg. Sorghum can be grown either for grain or for crushing into molasses. “Sorghum moved west over the Blue Ridge with the pioneers,” says Joseph. “It was more adaptable to our climate than sugar cane, and it became the first sustainable sweetener of the frontier.”   Our other panelist is Chris Krantz who is the owner of the HT Krantz Honey Company in Frederick, Maryland.  Chris started his company with 2 hives and now has close to 400. His focus is mainly on bulk honey, package bees and honeybee queens. Their queen bee mating program is at the heart of their success. You’ll also hear from Alex Weiss from Caledonia Spirits who provided us with our punch this evening. Alex started his journey into distilled spirits via a degree in Botany and a fierce love and respect for agriculture and the relationships humans forge with their environment. After a two year stint studying this subject in China, Alex moved to New York City and began managing sales for a grass-fed beef producer in Central NY. Eventually, Alex was approached by the founder and master beekeeper for Caledonia Spirits to come on board as a Brand Ambassador, becoming the Sales Director a year later and helping to grow the distribution footprint to 29 States and five countries.  Currently, Caledonia Spirits employs more than 40 people in Vermont and up and down the East Coast, while making a positive impact on our community and agricultural landscape. ORIGINS is powered by Simplecast.

Our four panelists are Janna Howley, Director of Operations, Grow and Fortify: Alex Weiss, Sales Director, Caledonia Spirits; Monica Pearce and Kyle Pfalzer, co-owners and founders of Tenth Ward Distillery. Food, farms and economic development have been Janna Howley’s passions since the early 2000s. Janna is currently the Director of Operations for Grow & Fortify, which manages the Maryland brewers, distillers and wineries associations. In her previous position she worked for the USDA National Organic Program’s Accreditation and International Activities Division, where she conducted auditing and accreditation activities related to organic certifiers and international partners. Alex Weiss started his journey into distilled spirits via a degree in Botany and a fierce love and respect for agriculture and the relationships humans forge with their environment. After a two year stint studying this subject in China, Alex moved to New York City and began managing sales for a grass-fed beef producer in Central NY. Eventually, Alex was approached by the founder and master beekeeper for Caledonia Spirits to come on board as a Brand Ambassador, becoming the Sales Director a year later and helping to grow the distribution footprint to 29 States and five countries.  As a nature lover and wildlife enthusiast, Monica Pearce built her career in the conservation field.  Monica has a BS in environmental science and policy from the University of Maryland and her Master’s in natural resource management from Virginia Tech. Prior to the launch of Tenth Ward, she worked for a few non-profits and even spent a year in the Galapagos volunteering for a biological station. With inspiration from the growing spirit industry, she chose to make the crazy leap into booze manufacturing. Kyle Pfalzer is originally from Long Island, but came to the Frederick area to major in the Civil War at Shepherd University.  The job market for Civil War studies on Long Island being a little slow, he decided to stay (and is very glad he did.)  He grew up in a household that appreciated good beer which introduced him to craft booze.  He took up homebrewing as a hobby, and when presented with the opportunity to start a distillery it was a no brainer. ORIGINS is powered by Simplecast

Caledonia Spirits founder and beekeeper,Todd Hardie & Caledonia Spirits distiller, Ryan Christiansen, are our guests. We hear how Todd's bees were affected by colony collapse and how Caledonia Spirits is strengthening their colonies (naturally) with Russian bees; we learn a bit about the raw, fermented, honey Caledonia uses to make their vodka and gins and what spirits Caledonia plans on releasing in the future. Our guest host is author of Apothecary Cocktails: Restorative Drink from Yesterday and Today, Warren Bobrow. Music: Juice - Keep It Moving

This week on Beer Sessions Radio it’s all about Vermont beers. Joining host Jimmy Carbone in the studio is Jay Steinhauer of American Beer and Todd Hardie of Caledonia Spirits. They talk about the rise of Vermont as a state that has become dominant in the craft beer world by being home to breweries such as Lawson’s Finest, Shelton Brothers, Captain Lawrence, and McNeill’s, all of whom are putting out award winning beers. Tune in as the Vermont brewmaster himself, Sam McNeill, calls in to talk about his very careful research and development in crafting his beers as well as enlightening us to what exactly a decoction mash is. This episode is sponsored by GreatBrewers.com “I would try to educate myself on beer styles as well as I could before I tried to make something” –Ray McNeill on Beer Sessions Radio