Podcast appearances and mentions of matt hofmann

The Crafty Pint Podcast is back for 2025 after a most enjoyable break; we hope all our listeners and viewers had a great festive period too.Our first show of the year is a little different to most. We still reflect on the stories we've covered since the start of 2025, including the news that KAIJU! have become the latest brewing company to enter voluntary administration almost a year to the day after Wayward Brewing did the same, heralding Aussie craft beer's toughest 12 months.However, there's no main guest this time around. Instead, we look ahead to some of the notable upcoming events we're involved in, as well as announcing a new campaign through which we hope to shine a light on the good deeds taking place throughout the beer and hospo industries.In terms of events, The Catfish's QI: Beer Edition on January 18 features both podcast producer Matt Hofmann as MC and Crafty founder James Smith as a panelist. Then, a week later, we're hosting the live countdown of the GABS Hottest 100 via YouTube, while we also look ahead to the 2025 IBD Asia Pacific Convention in Hobart in conversation with convention chair Brendan Flanagan.The aforementioned new campaign has been created in partnership with the team at Rallings. You can find out what it means to have “done a Rallings” from the person who came up with the concept in the second half of the show. Or you can get straight on with nominating anyone you know who's done a good deed – big or small – in the wider beer world via the link below.We'll feature the best stories from those nominations in future shows – and there's prizes up for grabs for both the nominee and the person or business that nominates them.Start of segments: 7:46 – Discussion of recent news 19:01 – Brendan Flanagan – IBD 23:44 – Preview of GABS Hottest 100 Live Countdown & "Have you done a Rallings?"Relevant links: KAIJU! Enter VA Dash & Smash – Inside The World Of The Aussie Beer Milers Ten Lessons From Ten Years – Cupitt's Estate Catfish QI: Beer Edition (Jan 18) GABS H100 Live Countdown Nominate A Good Beer Citizen IBD Asia Pacific Convention 2025 Sign Up For The Next Brewing Course At Bendigo TAFE To find out more about supporting the show or otherwise partnering with The Crafty Pint, contact craig@craftypint.com.

Casser les codes, et créer un single malt américain. Utiliser les ressources de la nature sauvage du grand ouest, proche du Canada, tout en les respectant. C'est la prouesse qu'a réalisé Matt Hofmann à travers la création de sa distillerie Westland. Pionnier dans l'élaboration de whiskey réalisés à 100% à partir d'orge locale, il initie un véritable mouvement, à travers son association, The American single malt whiskey commission. Et pour ce nouvel épisode d'Eau-de-vie, c'est Fabrice Jarlaud, Responsable Distribution France chez Rémy Cointreau, qui nous transmet son amour pour cette superbe marque. Pour fouler des territoires inconnus, et découvrir la démarche unique de cette distillerie hors-du commun, il suffit d'écouter ce nouvel épisode !  Pour découvrir l'univers de Westland

Westland Distillery co-founder Matt Hofmann is leaving the Seattle distillery at the end of the month to pursue new adventures. With no specific plans for the future, Matt and his successor as production manager, Tyler Pederson, join us on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth to discuss Matt's move and how the distillery will ensure continuity going forward. We'll also have tasting notes for Westland's new Colere American single malt and the new Clermont Steep American single malt from Beam. In the news, the company administering Scotland's controversial Deposit Return Scheme is on life support, while The Dalmore is preparing to double production capacity with a new stillhouse. We'll have the details and much more on this week's episode of WhiskyCast!

Joshua and Jason discuss viewer comments regarding Scotch whisky blends & blended malts as well as the news regarding Matt Hofmann's departure from Westland Distillery, and, finally, some scientists at Washington State University (WSU) discuss how flavors in whisky are affected by water. As usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!   Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Where the Lifeless Go" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

You know it's going to be a great episode when Westland Distillery's very own Matt Hofmann is a guest! What makes this episode even more greaterer is the boys get ultra geeky about barley, the grain commodity system, and, perhaps most importantly, Westland's "Solum" release -- their first ever whisky which used barley peated with Washington State peat. An achievement that was almost 11 years in the making! ...as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! Brian was back on the road this week driving to Grafton, WI to visit, Sahale Ale Works. Joining him on the mic was, Owner and Head Brewer, Matt Hofmann.  Matt shared his story with beer, working in the industry for over a decade, and opening up his own place. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Matt for coming onto the show!Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!   After you consume the content of this taproom special, please write a review, follow us on social media, and hit that subscribe button. I would think you're pretty neat if you did!https://linktr.ee/buzzed_with_brian https://www.sahalebeer.com/Host & Producer: Brian HansonChief Editor & Engineer: Matt SchabelPodcast Art Director: Amber SchabelMusical Score: North Breese, They have climbed the Sahale Peak with their instruments on their backshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Making good on his promise from episode #34, Matt starts the deep dive down the whiskey rabbit hole to talk about milling with Matt Hofmann from Westland, and Murphy Quint from Cedar Ridge. This is so important to talk about, in large part because most people have NO understanding of it, but before malt can be mashed, it has to be milled, and that milling process is arguably the first step of the production process that has an immense impact not only of flavor, but on general perceived quality. Here's why . . . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/single-malt-matters/message

There are only four ingredients needed to produce whiskey, and yet there are endless possibilities that can be expressed. Some put an emphasis on the water while others others focus on the wood with their own specific maturation philosophy, yet few really focus on the quality of whiskey's key ingredient: barley.   Majority of whiskey today is produced with commodity barley, but our next guest Matt Hofmann is looking to change this ecosystem by focusing on regionally-grown and shortening the distance between distiller and farmer.   Matt is Co-Founder and Master Distiller of Westland Distillery, the makers of an award-winning line of American Single Malt Whiskey. Matt is deeply passionate and knowledgeable and it's no surprise he was awarded in 2015 Whiskey of the Year by the American Distilling Institute, and in 2018, Whisky Magazine named him Master Distiller/Blender of the Year.   Matt takes us on journey through the Pacific Northwest and shares why this region is so important and how it reflects in his products. He also talks about the need for reconnecting the industry to agriculture, and Westland's commitment to local farmers through barley sustainability initiatives such as The Bread Lab, in partnership with Washington State University.   Listen to this episode and get inspired by a passionate entrepreneur paving his own path in the whiskey space.   For more information on Westland Distillery: https://bit.ly/3GPi75c   Follow Westland on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3GPQlWj   Follow Matthew Hofmann on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3nXEXiN     For more info on The Art of Plating: https://bit.ly/3kEvQ6r     Sign up for our Newsletter: https://bit.ly/2TrNfEg     Follow The Art of Plating:  https://bit.ly/3isPJLa     Follow On The Pass: https://bit.ly/3BpHckD     Follow our Host, Gabriel Ornelas: https://bit.ly/3hTpONC     Ask about our creative agency, FARE: https://madebyfare.com

It's always nice to have our friends from the Westland Distillery join us on One Nation Under Whisky. This time around Steve Hawley and Matt Hofmann challenge Joshua and Jason to a blind tasting to see if Scottish, American, Indian, and Australian single malt producers are creating whisky of an equal caliber from a quality standpoint. If you're as terrible a blind taster as Joshua and Jason are, you're going to love this episode!   So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

American Single Malt is really coming into its own (and thank goodness for that)! We've heard from Matt Hofmann from Westland, Jason Parker at Copperworks, and now it's time to hear about Virginia Distillery company from the wonderful Amanda Beckwith, their Lead Blender. Jason spend a good afternoon with Amanda this summer and shared a wonderful conversation with her, too. The pair reveal a secret on the podcast...   So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Can the flavor of a whiskey reflect the place where it's made? How about the people who produced it? Distillers around the globe are exploring the idea of terroir, experimenting with locally grown heirloom grains, and making barrels from regional species of oak. On this episode of the award-winning podcast Life Behind Bars, co-hosts David Wondrich and Noah Rothbaum discuss this movement and its feasibility with Half Full columnist Lew Bryson and Westland Whiskey's co-founder and master distiller Matt Hofmann. So pour yourself a glass of craft whiskey and listen to this episode of Life Behind Bars. Cheers!Life Behind Bars features Half Full's editor Noah Rothbaum and its Senior Drinks Columnist David Wondrich as they discuss the greatest bartenders and greatest cocktails of all time. It won the 2018 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award for the world's best drinks podcast.Edited by Alex Skjong See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Zach joins Westland Distillery co-founder Matt Hofmann at his Seattle distillery to discuss Hofmann's intense focus on using Pacific Northwest ingredients throughout their American Single Malt Whiskey range, their experimentations with heritage strains of barley, and much more. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Seth Benhaim, Founder & CEO of L.A.'s Infuse Spirits, makers of Broken Barrel Whiskey. Listen and learn how this inveterate entrepreneur went from infusing premium vodka with fresh and dried whole fruit to creating a range of whiskeys that employ broken barrel staves in an oak bill unique to each expression. Plus we catch up on what's new with past guest Matt Hofmann, Master Distiller at Seattle's Westland Distillery, in the first edition of "Whiskey Whereabouts." Then savor Chef Louise Leonard's suggestions for pairing Broken Barrel's Fen Walker, a blend of American whiskeys finished in peated Islay cask and Spanish sherry staves, with Salted Dark Chocolate Bread Pudding topped with Dried Cherries and Whiskey Whipped Cream. Yum! Please visit www.spiritsofwhiskey.com to see this episode's full show notes, listen to past episodes and coming attractions! WACJ ad Music- HillbillyBed Creative Commons Music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spirits-of-whiskey/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/spirits-of-whiskey/support

Westland Distillery's very own Matt Hofmann returns to discuss agriculture, barley malting, heirloom barley, new whiskies and whisky making with Joshua and Jason. As per usual when Matt Hofmann is on the podcast it gets geeky AF. Strap in, y'all!   As usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

In our last episode, we looked at how different types of Rye produce different flavors in whisky. While that's relatively new understanding for Rye, it's been common practice for generations among distillers to search out the latest, greatest Barley strains available for making single malts. However, most of those strains are selected not by distillers, but by maltsters looking for yield per acre and not necessarily flavor per dram. Seattle's Westland Distillery has been working with Barley mavericks in Washington's Skagit Valley to explore strains that don't exist in the "commodity system" for several years, and master distiller Matt Hofmann joins us with the story behind Colere, their upcoming single malt series that focuses on those unique strains of Barley. We'll also have the week's whisky news, including a management shakeup on Islay that caught the island by surprise. 

Chad, Ross, and Troy have an interview with Matt Hofmann, from Sahale Ale Works, on this episode of Sports and Suds. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sportsandsuds/message

Joshua and Jason discuss Westland's "Inheritance" Whisky Auction with the distillery's Master Distiller, Matt Hofmann and Marketing Director, Steve Hawley. As usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Where the Lifeless Go" as our theme song - Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

On this week’s podcast, we have your back! Don’t worry about it! Christmas is coming and if you’re worried about what to buy your whisky loving friend (or need ideas for your own Christmas list) we’ve put together a comprehensive list of exciting and reasonably priced gifts to brighten up any stocking! With the help for past guests including Matt Hofmann, Master Distiller of the Westland Distillery, Founder of the independent bottler Great Drams: Greg Dillon, and the Whisky Wizard: Bill Abbott of The Whisky Exchange, we’ve put together a list of fantastic gifts any whisky fan would love to receive (check below for a list and links). Also on this week’s show we’re joined by Stuart Baxter and Peter Jones of “Chocisky” to educate us and our listeners on their special brand of chocolate developed to compliment the water of life! Chocisky Socials - Instagram, Twitter, Facebook - @chociskywww.chocisky.co.ukPurchase Chocisky through Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Chocisky?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=742843769 You can of watch the full, uncut video of that interview with Stuart and Peter if you are a whisky and things Patreon. If you’d like to become one and help support the show then please head over to patreon.com/whiskyandthings or follow the link at whiskyandthings.com The Whisky and Things 2020 Christmas List Billy Abbott - The Whisky Exchange Glassware - Perfect measure Glasshttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/46180/perfect-measure-whisky-glass-in-gift-box Glassware - Perfect measure Glass 6 Packhttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/46181/the-perfect-measure-whisky-glass-6-pack Tuath Glasshttps://www.angelsshareglass.com/products/tuath-the-irish-whiskey-glass Book - Dave Broom, The Way of Whiskyhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Way-Whisky-Journey-Around-Japanese/dp/1784721425 Book - Raw Spirit, Iain Bankshttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Raw-Spirit-Search-Perfect-Dram/dp/1529124786 Book - Whisky, A Tasting Course, Eddie Ludlowhttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/51893/whisky-a-tasting-course Book - Bad Whisky, Edward Burnshttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Bad-Whisky-Scandal-Created-Successful-ebook/dp/B00APDJ792 Greg Dillon - Founder of Great Drams Chivas Regal Whisky Blending Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/Chivas-Whisky-Blending-Kit-Blended/dp/B07L5MTD5Y Coloured Glencairnshttps://whiskyglass.com/new-coloured-glass-range/ Virtual Whisky Tasting Kits 27th Dechttps://greatdrams.com/whisky-shop/ Whisky Live at Homehttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/whisky-live-at-home-tickets-127429165063 Book - The Great Drams of Scotland - “It’s alright”https://greatdrams.com/product/greatdrams-scotland-book-greg-dillon/ Matt Hofmann - Master Disriller/Co-Founder of The Westland Distillery Westland Distillery Swag - Shirts, Hats, Soaps? and other goodies!https://shop.westlanddistillery.com Dave and Nick’s additions Book - The Whisky Manual, Dave Broomhttps://thewhiskymanual.uk/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Whisky-Manual-Dave-Broom/dp/1845337557 Cocktail Elephant Biwa Lakehttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/p/25539/cocktail-elephant-biwa-lake-large-mixing-glass A more economical cocktail mixing glass https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/28347/mixing-glass-libbey-26oz-75cl Julep Strainerhttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/32363/cocktail-elephant-julep-strainer Hawthorne strainer https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/45362/cocktail-elephant-hawthorne-strainer Cocktail Elephant Bar Spoonhttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/32361/cocktail-elephant-bar-spoon Flavoured Bittershttps://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/56695/angostura-bitters-collection-3-bottles Next Week’s Whisky - Port Charlotte 10 Year Heavily Peated - TWE Whisky of the Year 2021.https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/43962/port-charlotte-10-year-old Whisky and Things “Swag” you may not have seen yet… The “I’m Glenlivid” T-Shirt etc…Yeah… if you’ve read this far down in the list… You’re in for a treat!https://www.zazzle.co.uk/store/whiskyandthingsor at http://www.whiskyandthings.comWhisky and Things:Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/whiskyandthingsMerch and info: http://www.whiskyandthings.comBe sure to find our playlist on Spotify: Whisky and Things - The Playlist Social media:https://www.facebook.com/whiskyandthingshttps://www.twitter.com/whiskyandthingshttps://www.instagram.com/whiskyandthingspodcast For business enquiries: info@whiskyandthings.com Nick Kent:https://www.facebook.com/nickkentmusichttps://www.twitter.com/nickkenthttps://www.instagram.com/mrnickkent Dave Giles:https://www.facebook.com/davejgilesmusichttps://www.twitter.com/davejgileshttps://www.instagram.com/davejgilesSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/whiskyandthings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Matt Hofmann, Co-Founder & Master Distiller at Westland Distillery in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 2010, Westland is widely recognized for an award-winning line of American single malt whiskeys that rely on regionally-grown ingredients, including locally-produced peat. In 2015, Matt's work was awarded Whiskey of the Year by the American Distilling Institute, and in 2018, Whisky Magazine named him Master Distiller/Blender of the Year at its annual Icons of Whisky America awards ceremony. Listen and learn how Matt, after completing graduate studies in brewing and distilling at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland, returned to his native Pacific Northwest, opened Westland Distillery, and started realizing his whiskey vision. Plus hear Chef Louise Leonard's suggestions for pairing Westland's Garryana Whiskey, a peated American Single Malt aged in Garry Oak, rather than the more common White Oak, with a fire-roasted tomahawk steak. Please visit spiritsofwhiskey.com for show notes, past episodes, and coming attractions! - Whiskey: A Chef's Journey ad Music provided by HillbillyBed Creative Commons - Music by Jason Shaw on AudionautiX.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spirits-of-whiskey/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/spirits-of-whiskey/support

Exciting times on Whisky and Things as we welcome our first Master Distiller onto the podcast. Matt Hofmann who is also the Co-Founder of the Westland Distillery joins the guys on a Zoom call via Seattle, Washington to talk about all things Westland, as well as go into depth about their latest release, the Garryana 5, Single Malt Whiskey from their new Outpost Range. Hear Matt and the boys discuss the company’s history, philosophy and pride in producing a truly unique range of American Single Malt Whiskey as well as taste the new 2020 release. Enjoy! Find out more about the Westland Distillery here - https://www.westlanddistillery.com Purchase this week's whisky from The Whisky Exchange and help us out in the process - Westland Garryana 5 2020 Release, Single Malt Whiskey. https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/aff/4431902/p/57188/westland-garryana-2020-release Remember, you can get a 20% Discount on merch from our website http://www.whiskyandthings.com until November 30th by entering the code BLACKFRIDAY20 at the check out. So go grab your Whisky and Things Glencairn Glasses, Hoodies and T-Shirts!Whisky and Things:Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/whiskyandthingsMerch and info: http://www.whiskyandthings.comBe sure to find our playlist on Spotify: Whisky and Things - The Playlist Social media:https://www.facebook.com/whiskyandthingshttps://www.twitter.com/whiskyandthingshttps://www.instagram.com/whiskyandthingspodcast For business enquiries: info@whiskyandthings.com Nick Kent:https://www.facebook.com/nickkentmusichttps://www.twitter.com/nickkenthttps://www.instagram.com/mrnickkent Dave Giles:https://www.facebook.com/davejgilesmusichttps://www.twitter.com/davejgileshttps://www.instagram.com/davejgiles Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/whiskyandthings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the final of two episodes with Matt Hofmann, we dig even deeper into how Westland Single Malts have become such an evocative expression of the Pacific Northwest, including some of the thoughts behind different expressions and the use of the rare native Garryana Oak (Quercus Garryana) Westland uses in their maturation program. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/single-malt-matters/message

In the first of two episodes with Westland Distillery's Co-Founder and Master Distiller Matt Hofmann, Matt digs into the history of Westland and gets a better understanding of its vision, and how that's helped shaped its trajectory into the esteem of so many the world over. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/single-malt-matters/message

Meet two 20 yr veteran Marines from Hawaii who have launched a new whiskey Old pali Road https://www.koolaudistillery.com/ on the Island of Oahu. Plus our 2nd part of 2 with Matt Hofmann of https://www.remy-cointreau.com/en/brands/westland-distillery/ in Seattle.

This is the very 1st episode of Cruisin' for a Reviewsin' featuring special guest Matt Hofmann, who helped kick start my Tom Cruise obsession! In this episode we discuss the 2017 film 'The Mummy' which was extremely divisive when it came out. Join us as we chat about the failed Dark Universe, hot mummies and that crashing plane scene. Follow me on instagram: @tomcruisereviews Or on twitter: @tomcruisereview

Not only is Westland Distillery leading the charge for American single malt whiskey, but they're capturing the Pacific Northwest in every bottle of single malt whiskey they produce (yes, whiskey with an E, it's American). Westland cofounder and master distiller Matt Hofmann leads the Barrel to Bottle team through an in-depth tour of his whiskies, from their core range - American Oak, Peated, and Sherry Wood - plus multiple years from their limited Peat Week and Garryana releases. Stick around for the Q&A segment, when the team answers your question for a $20 Binny's gift card. This week, it's all about grain whiskey.

Photographer Matt Hofmann talks to Alice over Oolong and Earl Grey, about Veganism, breweries, hypocrisy, mental health and the Face of Comedy project.

Seriously, it doesn't get much geekier than this. Listen in as Joshua and Jason discuss the art and science behind fermenting/brewing, distilling, wine making, casks, the importance of water, beer terroir, and hyper terroir as it pertains to grapes, peat, water, oak, and also, barley. And to think, all of this was done in front of a live audience at Westland distillery! The players: Matt Hofmann, Westland Distillery Matt "Skinny" Roberts, Black Raven Brewing Nick Heppenstall, Odin Brewing Steve Griessel, Betz Family Winery Joshua and Jason, One Nation Under Whisky Special thanks to Westland Distillery for hosting our live event at their distillery. Thanks, too, to the panelist, and to the good people that came out on March 14, 2018 to come watch us do geeky podcasting live. So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- Blue Yeti for making great microphones- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Sportdram! Red Slap, Green Grip, and Blue Buzz: the latest "gotcha" from Seattle's own Westland Distillery.  Listen in as Joshua and Jason have a sit down with Matt Hofmann and Steve Hawley of Westland (and their good friend SwedeScot) to discuss 2018's April Fools joke! So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- Blue Yeti for making great microphones- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Welcome to episode 100 of Broadcast Geeks! On this podcast we discuss all things geek and nerd related provided our DVR's have space and our Netflix accounts are our own and none others. WE DID IT!!! This week the Geeks sit down for episode 100 to talk Star Wars: The Last Jedi with special call-n in guest Matt Hofmann of the Rebel Legion who attended the World Premiere in Califirnia. We also talk Runaways, Disney/Fox merger, Dirk Gentley, Future Man, Legends of Tomorrow, Flash, Arrow, DuckTales and much much more. Most episodes of Broadcast Geeks are recorded at the Comedy RoomRoom inside of El Charrito at 2104 Larimer Street in the heart of Denver's ballpark neighborhood. Make sure to visit for brunch on Sunday's if you want to watch us live at Denver's only 5 Star Dive Bar.   You can send your feedback and show topic ideas to broadcastgeeks@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @broadcastgeeks. Please remember to subscribe to us on iTunes and you you can listen anytime on sexpotcomedy.com

Zach chats with Master Distiller Matt Hofmann of Westland Distillery, one of the most critically acclaimed producers of single malt whiskey in America, about exploring the terroir of the Pacific Northwest through new strains of barley, oak, peat, and more.

Getting your whisk(e)y geek on can be a ton of fun. Joshua and Jason are not quite sure it gets any more fun or geeky than a good conversation with Matt Hofmann of Westland Distillery. Whisk(e)y geekery to the side, Matt has more passion in him than most and more talent than you can shake a stick at. He's good people. So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- Blue Yeti for making great microphones- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

When you think of Single Malt Whiskey, you probably think Scotch.  Some great Single Malts are popping up throughout the U.S. including Westland made in the city of Seattle, Washington.  We talk with Master Distiller Matt Hoffman. Listen with the audio player on this page on the Bartender Journey Web Site or Subscribe on iTunes or Android.  You can also listen on Stitcher Radio. Matt Hofmann is co-founder and master distiller at Seattle’s Westland Distillery. Westland has become America’s leading single malt distiller, which won the title “2015 Craft Whiskey of the Year” at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and was named the “2015 Whiskey of the Year” by the American Distilling Institute. Book of the Week: Tasting Whiskey: An Insider's Guide to the Unique Pleasures of the World's Finest Spirits  by Lew Bryson, forward by David Wondrich Cocktail of the Week: Penicillin Cocktail2 oz. blended Scotch whiskey
¾ oz. fresh lemon juice
¾ oz. honey syrup2-3 quarter-size slices fresh ginger
¼ oz. smoky Islay single-malt Scotch whiskey or Westland Peated American Single Malt Directions:  Muddle ginger in mixing glass.  Add honey syrup.  Muddle again briefly.  Add blended Scotch and lemon juice.  Shake with ice.  Double strain into an old fashioned glass with fresh ice.  Float smoky whiskey on top.  Garnish with candied ginger or lemon twist.Foot Problems for Bartenders and others who stand at work. Spending long periods of time on your feet can cause discomfort or worse! Find quality work shoes at Shoes For Crews and get $10 off your first order by using this link. Other helpful ideas:Make sure you have rubber mats on the floor behind the bar.Change your socks, and maybe your shoes halfway through your shift.Alternating shoes one day to the next may help.  Shoes take up to 48 hours to dry out completely.Compression socksRemember, shoes don’t last forever.  It might be time to buy new ones!Stretch and exercise - especially core muscles.Raise up one leg when possible.  The reason for the rail that runs along the front of the bar is to make it more comfortable to stand for long periods of time so that patrons will stay longer.  The same concept may be useful behind the bar.Losing weight can help.OSHA Document: Stay Safe in the RestaurantToast of the Week: May your home always be too small to hold all of your friends.