Fermented Adventure The Podcast

This Episode features Alfonso Esquivias Gonzalez and Erik Silva of Cocktails & Spirits Podcast. We spoke with Alfonso and Erik to discuss a plethora of subjects. Alfonso is a bartender who is dedicated to his trade. In 2021 he began a journey to discover more about cocktails. He experimented with different recipes. That's where Erik comes in. He and friends sampled the magic elixirs that Alfonso created. Tequila became a major focus of the next rabbit hole that they went down. Their podcast was created to speak with those that share their passion. We enjoy, taste and share Valor Spirits while meandering through our lively discussion. Highlights From Our Discussion: Drinks With Fonz Agave Thread's Co. Mama's Comfort Food & Cocktails The Agave Social Club Podcast Tales of the Cocktail Matt Pietrek Liberty Gin Ghost Ice System Valor Spirits Revel Spirits

This Episode features Tony Gonzales of Ghost Ice System. Ghost ice System is a way to make crystal clear ice cubes from tap water. This is perfect for bars, restaurants and home use. This is craft ice at its finest. This all came to Tony in 2013. He was set to do a cocktail competition and he wanted to add something that would help his cocktail stand out. It was then that Ghost Ice was conceived. This episode takes us into Tony's creative mind. He rarely stops thinking and looking for ways to perfect items at the bar or cocktails. Here we learn more about Ghost Ice... Simple... Clear... Endless info@ghosticesystem.com - 213-255-5473 - Facebook - www.GhostIceSystem.com Highlights From our Discussion: William Grant Hendrix Gin Coleman Coolers Biltmore Los Angeles BarSmarts Tales of the Cocktail Svalbard The Ice Designer

This episode features ⁠Matt Pietrek The Cocktail Wonk⁠. It all started about 15 years ago with the love of tiki cocktails. The more that Matt learned the more excited he got. He took his writing experience and turned it into the Cocktail Wonk Blog. For Matt it's the flavor, the run and the exotic fruits that make the tiki cocktails appealing to him. Beach Bum Berry's, Sippin' Safari Book helped all of this to click into place for him. This episode highlights history, rum, tiki and an overall passion for being a Wonk. www.WonkPress.com - Instagram Highlights From our Discussion: Jeff "Beachbum" Berry David Wondrich Martin Cave - Smugglers Cove 3 Dots and a Dash The Inferno Room Wonk Minimalist Tiki Rumba Jason Alexander Privateer Rum Distillery Modern Caribbean Rum Wonk Press

This episode features ⁠Ken Oka of ⁠iichiko Shochu. We met up with Ken Oka at Tales of The Cocktail to discuss what's been happening with iichiko since we spoke last. They have a new release. iichiko Special, which comes out this Autumn. It is aged in American white oak and sherry casks. They're even using a special yeast to produce the amazing flavor. When you see it available add this one to your collection. www.iichiko.com - Facebook Highlights From our Discussion: Tales of The Cocktail iichiko Podcast Interview

This episode features Jackie Williams of Bar Convent Brooklyn. Bar Convent Brooklyn was back in Industry City for 2023. This years event was expanded to occupy more space. The booths and activations were bigger and even better. BCB is a party where business gets done. 4,500 industry professionals attended over 2 days. There were 198 brands represented and visitors came from 51 countries and 46 states. 475,000 spirit samples were enjoyed. Sip and savor this recap of the 2 day extravaganza and look to reserve your spot for 2024's BCB being held on June 11th and 12th. www.BarConventBrooklyn.com Highlights From our Discussion: Cardenxe Shanky's Whip Park Street University Hendrick's Gin Jagermeister Brown-Forman Compari Barrows Intense Ginger Brooklyn Kura Standard Wormwood Fort Hamilton Distillery Industry City

This episode features Dylan Beyer of Shank's Whip. Shank's Whip originated 2 years ago. This black Irish whiskey or black Irish liqueur blend highlights the best part of beer and spirits from Ireland. It is black like stout, smooth like cream and it is Trish like whiskey. This boasts all of the things that people desire in Irish Spirits and Irish beers. This 66 proof spirit is very approachable and delicious. Don't just take our word for it! Pick up your own bottle and try is for yourself. www.shop-us.ShanksWhip.com -Facebook Highlights From our Discussion: Bar Convent Brooklyn Guinness Hotel Starlino Butterfly Cannon Tequila Kraken Rum

This special episode features Jim, Ellen, Rob and Kevin Hough of Liberty Pole Spirits. On July 15th Liberty Pole Spirits entered a new chapter in the history of their whiskey distillery. Friends, family and new fans joined the celebration and filled their new campus to capacity. It was an amazing experience to be part of the festivities and tour this state of the art distillery. The crowned jewel is the largest rickhouse in all of Pennsylvania. This expansive structure provides so much room now to fill and age barrels. The tasting room and bottle shop are full of history which is befitting to the distilled spirits that are being produced. It's a comfortable space to sit, relax, sip and enjoy the sights, sounds and the conversations all around. The cocktails are amazing. A perfect balanced and well rounded compliment to the base whiskey being used. We got see the production space from the seating area overlooking the distillery itself. Episode 31 featured Jim and there you can learn about the hist

This episode features ⁠Luigi Ambrosi⁠ of ⁠Cardenxe. The journey bagan around a passion for music. Luigi went on an adventure to discover a near extent music genre in Mexico. He and his co-founder found themselves immersed in an area where Sotol grows and is distilled. They fell in love with the moment, the spirit of the music and the drink. Sotol is a Northern Mexican traditional ancient spirit. It is produced from the Sotol plant, which is not an agave. This episode provides the opportunity to learn about this delicious spirit and Cardenxe. www.CardenxeSotol.mx-⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ Highlights From our Discussion: Bar Convent Brooklyn Pernod Ricard Lenny Kravitz Revel Spirits Patron Format

This episode features Josh Morton of Barrow's Intense Ginger. Josh started making the ginger liqueur in his kitchen for his friends ten years before it became a product that he sold. As he calls it, "A Happy Accident". His inspiration was lemon cello that he enjoyed during his visit to Italy. Josh was disappointed by what he drank when he returned to the United States. A chef friend gave him some tips and tricks on how to make the lemon cello the correct way. With each experimental batch he refined the recipe. Once ginger was added it became clear that he was on to something special. Each time he made it he added more ginger and less lemon. What exists today is a delicious liqueur that is versatile and simply amazing. Don't take our word for it... pick up a bottle today and experience Barrow's Intense Ginger Liqueur for yourself. 86 34th St Brooklyn, NY 11232 - ⁠⁠(917) 597-1084⁠⁠ - www.BarrowsIntense.com -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Highlights From our Discussion: Industry City Bar Convent Brook

This episode features ⁠Kim Bard⁠ and ⁠Tom Bard⁠ of ⁠The Bard Distillery⁠. In this episode we catch up with Tom and Kim. We talk about Bar Convent Brooklyn and their experiences. The Bard was featured on Episode 83. Do go back and listen to learn more about their history and how they got started. We do discuss the progress and growth that they have made at the distillery since February 2022. Be sure to listen to our lively and entertaining conversation as we taste their Cinder & Smoke Expressions. ⁠5080 Highway 175 S, Graham, KY 42344⁠ - ⁠(270) 338-6543⁠ - www.thebarddistillery.com -⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠ Highlights from our discussion: Bar Convent Brooklyn Harvest Hosts Vendome Copper and Brass Works Lisa Roper Wicker Shanky's Whip

For this episode we return to Independent Spirits Distillery for a Bonus episode with Mark Breen Klein. To hear more about the distillery and how they got started please listen to Episode 125. We get to complete our interview and taste more of the wonderful expressions that Independent is producing. This includes their experimental series. 131 Davidson Rd, Woolwich Township, NJ 08085 - ⁠(609) 202-5458⁠- www.ISDistillery.com - ⁠Facebook

This episode features ⁠⁠Kevin of ⁠Imbibitude. For Kevin it began with an interest in cocktail making and mixology. It was an experience with one cocktail in particular that peaked his interest in peated whisky. Kevin grew up experiencing his grandfather's enjoyment of bourbon. This lead to learning more about all types of spirits. To date he has visited 49 states and over 100 distilleries. We talked cocktails, distilleries, the bourbon trails and so much more in this episode. ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Highlights From our Conversation: Kentucky Bourbon Trail Kentucky Craft Bourbon Trail I.W. Harper Galliano Privateer Drink The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club Canon Two James Spirits High Wire Distilling Buffalo Trace Jim Beam Alaska Jack Rose

This episode features ⁠⁠⁠Anjali Bhargava⁠ of ⁠⁠Anjali's Cup. Anjalis journey into business began as a snack company. She discovered that the business wasn't scalable. The stress of building a business took a toll on her health. She searched for a solution to her intense migraines. Anjali fell back on the splices and herbs that she was raised on. Turmeric became her go to and she sought to refine it into a delicious alternative. She found a farmer that was growing amazing turmeric and a new business was launched. Resilience Turmeric Elixir is her flagship. Listen and learn about the creative way to make tea, coffee, cocktails, food and pastries tasty. www.AnjalisCup.com - ⁠⁠hello@anjaliscup.com - Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Highlights From Our Discussion: Coffee Fest Faire Barista Underground Bar Convent Brooklyn Absinthia Maman Mean Mug Coffee Company Burlap & Barrel Food Network Cantina Royal Hot Sauce Joe Coffee Company Whole Foods

This episode features Stuart Madany of ⁠⁠⁠Seminary Hill Cidery. Doug Doetsch grew up in the Western Catskills. His family goes back five generations. There was a strong desire to start an agricultural project. That's how Doug and Susan Manning got started with Seminary Hill Cidery. The land was perfect for an apple and pear orchard. Stuart joined the team in October of 2020. Cider began being produced shortly there after his arrival. Stuart shares his journey of cider making. This is an intriguing story of architect turned cider craftsman. We had a wonderful time tasting two of their delicious expressions and learning more about their ciders that they produce. 43 Wagner Ln, Callicoon, NY 12723 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(845) 887-4056 - www.SeminaryHill.co - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ Highlights from our discussion: The Catskills Albemarle CiderWorks CiderCon Foggy Ridge Cidery Andrew Lee - Craft Cider Making Cider Days University of Vermont Farnum Hill Ciders Castle Hill Cidery Homestedt Livingston Manor ⁠Tom Oliver -

This episode features Evelyn Medina of ⁠⁠Mean Mug Coffee Company. Mean Mug started about eight years ago in Salisbury, NC. Evelyn believed that her town was in need of a place where people could meet, get to know each other and find community. She wanted to create a melting pot of sorts. Mean Mug was established as a place to meet over coffee and break down myths and barriers. Her story, which started in Guatemala, is a fascinating journey. Evelyn gives back in North Carolina, as well as, in Guatemala where today she is helping to grow other businesses and a farming community. In this episode we learn about Röj. Home bartenders and professionals alike will want to have this unique syrup on the bar. 110 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144 - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(704) 754-4252 - www.MeranMugCoffeeCo.com - ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ Highlights from our discussion: Coffee Fest Salisbury, NC Miller Davis Agency Röj Syrup Cascara

This episode features Vincent Capitolo and Gerard Laird Dunn of ⁠Laird & Company. In 1698 Samuel Laird came from Scotland and settled in the new world. He was a well experienced maker of scotch. While grain wasn't plentiful, apples certainly were. This was how the apple jack and apple brandy business was launched. This episode provides us the opportunity to learn how Apple Jack is produced. 1780 is the year that is used as the beginning of Laird & Company becoming a business. Laird's has been witness and a part of the the history of the United States since its inception. This is the oldest distilled domestic brand. For Gerard the introduction to Laird's was summers spent working in the family business. Each summer he came back and his grandfather gave him more responsibility. During his junior year of college he realized that working for Laird & Company was where he belonged. Today, Laird's remains true to their values while broadening their horizons by creating and expanding

This episode features Caroline Kristof of ⁠Kristof Farms. In 1971 Caroline's grandfather purchased 75 acres in Yamhill, Oregon. Originally the farm produced cherries which were grown for the cherry pie industry. Over time the land around them became populated by vineyards and those beautiful cherries were no longer as desirable. In 2018 a decision was made to put in apple trees. Half of what was planted were grapes vines and the other half different apple varietals. They have relied on help and advice from wonderful friends in the cider industry. They have a passion to learn and experience what it takes to make outstanding cider. Each harvest brings them closer to their dream of having guests visit and experience the Kristof family hospitality. They have an exciting future ahead. Yamhill, Oregon info@kristoffarms.com - www.KristofFarms.com - ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Highlights from our discussion: CiderCon Oregon Portland University Cider Riot Rev Nat's hard Cider The Place American Cider Association Nick Gunn

This episode features Katie Morgan of Right Bee Cider⁠. Charlie was a professional beer brewer. Although, Katie didn't care for beer, she loved cider. Charlie made a special cider for Katie's birthday as a surprise. Their cidery began as a love story. Early on in the relationship they both realized that they had a desire to start a business. Cider was a natural fit. Right bee Cider was launched in 2014. From the start they worked their way through challenges. They are proud of their cider and the journey that has led them to where they have arrived today. . You must add this stop when you're in Chicago to enjoy their sensational ciders. 1830 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60639 - ⁠(773) 234-4654⁠ - www.RightBeeCider.com - ⁠Facebook⁠ Highlights from our discussion: CiderCon Schwinn Bikes The Hive Supply ⁠Wilco⁠ InCider Japan Japan Cider Cup

This episode features ⁠⁠Jasmine Mason and Ashley Johnson of ⁠The Cider Jawns. Jasmine and Ashley met while attending St. Joseph's University. They started a social media page after attending Pour the Core at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. This cider event left an impression on them. Jasmine and Ashley determined that the cider space was not serving or appealing to people of color. The next step led to home brewing their own cider. Their social media presence features ciders that they're drinking and enjoying. They host events and attend events in the cider community. They are influencers who are introducing a new community to the wonderful world of cider and the cider culture. We enjoyed out refreshing and entertaining conversation. Don't sleep on The Cider Jawns. They are two ladies on a mission to leave an indelible mark on the world.  ⁠Instagram⁠ Highlights From our Conversation: St. Joseph's University Pour the Core Hale & True CiderCon 2023 Eleanor Leger Eden Ciders Philly Cider

This episode features Brandon Green of ⁠⁠⁠Stockyard Cider ⁠. Brandon began his journey making beer and apple wine right in his closet, under the steps, in West Philly. Brandon loves bubbles. He ventured into bottle conditioning and making his own cider. Like most it was a hobby. Career changes brought about a pivot for Brandon and his family. He moved the whole operation from Chicago back to Philly where he joined the amazing chefs and owners of Stockyard Sandwich Co. The ciders that Brandon produces are full of depth, flavor and character. Open up one of their special bottles, grab a sandwich and enjoy life. 1541 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA - 215-977-YARD- www.StockyardPhilly.com - ⁠⁠⁠Instagram Highlights From our Discussion: Cidercon Ploughman Cider Eden Ciders Cork Philadelphia The Sidecar Bar and Grille Cudia Cocktail Consulting Green Meadow Farm Fruit Stripes Gum Spring House Spirits Bluecoat Gin