<p>So what is the oldest distillery company in America? Well, its not a bourbon or rum distillery - no, it is a brandy distillery. And before you say "hey, its not whiskey, so I'm not interested" - you might be surprised at how much this ex-bourbon barrel aged spirit relates to great whiskeys.</p> <p>Join me as I invite the 9th and 10th generation of Laird distillers on the show. We'll deep dive into the history of a brand that George Washington liked so much, he asked for the recipe.</p>

So what is the oldest distillery company in America? Well, its not a bourbon or rum distillery - no, it is a brandy distillery. And before you say "hey, its not whiskey, so I'm not interested" - you might be surprised at how much this ex-bourbon barrel aged spirit relates to great whiskeys. Join me as I invite the 9th and 10th generation of Laird distillers on the show. We'll deep dive into the history of a brand that George Washington liked so much, he asked for the recipe.

America's Oldest Distillery Company and the Revival of Apple Brandy // Lairds

Join Best Selling Author Drew Hannush as he talks with the founders, distillers, authors, historians, and brand ambassadors that lead us to a greater understanding of the whiskies we love - and the ones we should know more about.

Drew not only explores the history of bourbon, scotch, rye, and other world whiskies, he seeks to broaden our understanding of styles, regions, and the distiller's craft through deep dives with those in the know. Each episode is meant to be as pertinent today as it will be well into the future.

Enjoy the journey - cheers and sláinte mhath!

Bourbon, Scotch, Irish, Japanese, American Single Malt, French, Indian, no whisky category is off limits.  

Drew's natural curiosity for the lore and

Arts

Leisure

Food

Hobbies

Join Best Selling Author Drew Hannush as he talks with the founders, distillers, authors, historians, and brand ambassadors that lead us to a greater understanding of the whiskies we love - and the ones we should know more about. Drew not only explores the history of bourbon, scotch, rye, and other world whiskies, he seeks to broaden our understanding of styles, regions, and the distiller's craft through deep dives with those in the know. Each episode is meant to be as pertinent today as it will be well into the future. Enjoy the journey - cheers and sláinte mhath! Bourbon, Scotch, Irish, Japanese, American Single Malt, French, Indian, no whisky category is off limits. Drew's natural curiosity for the lore and

Share America's Oldest Distillery Company and the Revival of Apple Brandy // Lairds

Sign up to save your podcasts

America's Oldest Distillery Company and the Revival of Apple Brandy // Lairds

America's Oldest Distillery Company and the Revival of Apple Brandy // Lairds

More shows like Whiskey Lore®: The Interviews

WhiskyCast

99% Invisible

Bourbon Pursuit

VinePair Podcast

Bourbon Real Talk

The Whiskey Lore® Podcast