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Anthony and JP sit down with Rich, founder of the NY/NJ Agave Club, for a deep dive into tequila, agave spirits, and the community that has formed around them.

How did the NY/NJ Agave Club get started? What separates a great tequila from an average bottle? What should tequila drinkers actually be looking for when choosing a bottle? And how has the tequila world changed as more people have started paying attention to production methods, traditional processes, barrel picks, and the agave itself?

Rich joins the Arthur Avenue Podcast to tell the story behind the NY/NJ Agave Club and talk tequila with Anthony and JP—from discovering great bottles and tasting tequila to building a community of agave enthusiasts throughout New York and New Jersey.

Whether you're just getting into tequila or you're already the guy explaining NOM numbers to everyone at the bar, there's something in this episode for you.

🥃 IN THIS EPISODE:
• The story behind the NY/NJ Agave Club
• How Rich got into tequila and agave spirits
• What makes a great tequila
• How to taste and appreciate tequila
• Blanco vs. Reposado vs. Añejo
• Tequila production and the importance of agave
• Barrel picks and special releases
• Building the tequila community in New York & New Jersey
• Where the tequila industry is headed

Featuring Rich from the NY/NJ Agave Club with Anthony Angrisani and JP of Arthur Cantina Wine & Liquor.

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The Arthur Avenue Podcast takes a deep dive into Ardbeg Smokiverse, one of the most anticipated limited-edition Islay single malt Scotch whiskies. We break down what makes Smokiverse unique, explore its bold smoky character, discuss how it compares to other Ardbeg releases, and decide whether it’s worth adding to your collection. I want to know what's your favorite Ardbeg release?

Whether you’re a longtime peat lover or just getting into Islay Scotch, this episode covers the flavor profile, production, value, and everything you need to know before buying a bottle.

Outside of whiskey, Anthony and JP get into Star Wars, useless Funco Pops and why they love/hate the Ghostbusters franchise. 

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In this episode of the Arthur Avenue Podcast, the guys sit down with world-famous comedian Mike Figs for a full deep dive into the world of Italian amaros. From aggressive alpine herbs and menthol bombs to rich caramel, citrus peel, espresso, cola, and baking spice notes, they break down 8 of the best amaros every serious drinker should know.

Then things immediately go off the rails.

Mike takes on the legendary 36-Second Amaro Challenge — tasting all 8 amaros back-to-back while trying to describe each one before his tastebuds completely surrender. Some descriptions are accurate. Some sound medically concerning.

The episode also includes:

• A breakdown of different amaro flavor profiles
• Beginner vs advanced amaros
• Which amaros work best neat, chilled, or in cocktails
• Rapid-fire questions with Mike
• Mike Figs talking about his favorite spots in the Bronx’s Little Italy
• Stories, chaos, and the usual Arthur Avenue nonsense

If you’ve ever wanted to understand why Italians drink bitter herbal liquor after dinner like it’s sacred medicine, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of the Arthur Avenue Podcast, we’re joined by world-famous comedian Mike Figs and the Prince of Produce Chris Boiano for a tequila-fueled conversation that goes completely off the rails—in the best way possible.

We taste and break down three different expressions from Arette Tequila, produced in the heart of Jalisco, Mexico. The guys dive into how tequila is actually made—from agave harvesting to distillation—while giving real, no-BS tasting notes along the way.

Somewhere between sips, things take a turn:

Mike Figs tells the story of his first visit to the Boiano food stand inside the Arthur Avenue Market… including a life-altering encounter with kale that he may never emotionally recover from. Chris talks about his recent trip to Japan.

Then we pivot—because of course we do—into a debate about organized crime: does it help build communities or quietly destroy them? No easy answers, but plenty of strong opinions.

Back at the shop, JP shares a classic retail moment—an online customer requesting a full video showcase of bottles before buying… during a packed Saturday. Timing is everything. Or nothing.

This episode is equal parts tequila education, street-level philosophy, and the kind of conversations you only get on Arthur Avenue.

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This episode dives deep into the 2023 Tsunuki Single Malt Japanese Whisky—one of the most talked-about bottles coming out of Japan right now. We break it down properly: nose, palate, finish, and whether it actually lives up to the hype or just looks pretty on a shelf.

JP also gets into the real perks of the job—like access to events most people only hear about, including Tre Bicchieri, where the guys hit two very different masterclasses. One? A heavy hitter lineup of aged amaros, including bottles pushing 20 years old (the kind of stuff you don’t just casually “try”). The other? Let’s just say… not every class deserves applause—and we explain exactly why.

Somewhere in between serious tasting notes and industry talk, things go off the rails—JP hears a guy absolutely losing a battle in the bathroom, because of course he does.

The night wraps up the right way with dinner at Emilio’s Ballato—old-school Italian, elite food, strong drinks, no nonsense. Exactly how it should be.

If you’re into Japanese whisky, rare amaros, behind-the-scenes access to the wine world, and a little Bronx-style reality mixed in, this one’s for you.

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This episode gets weird… fast.

We crack open two legendary Chartreuse liqueurs made by monks and break down what makes these bottles some of the most mysterious spirits on earth. Recipes locked away for over 200 years, made with 130 herbs and botanicals, and still somehow outperforming half the gimmick bottles flooding the market.

But that’s not even the main event.

In the middle of all this, we deal with a real attempted break-in at the shop. The 48th Precinct shows up, identifies the guy, and now there’s a warrant out. So yeah… from monk-made elixirs to Bronx crime stories, this one covers some ground.

We also get into:
 • Why Chartreuse is nearly impossible to replicate
 • Thoughts on justice, policing, and what’s actually happening on the streets
 • The reality behind the “defund the police” conversation
 • Why cops will always get respect (and a discount) here
 • Our borderline unhealthy obsession with cop videos
 • A possible guys trip in the works
 • And of course… we make a few Chartreuse cocktails that hit way harder than expected

If you’ve ever wondered what a 200-year-old secret recipe tastes like… this is it.

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What happens when wine is made inside a convent… by nuns… and then ends up on our table?

In this episode of the Arthur Cantina Podcast, we taste a customer’s favorite wines produced by nuns and actually break down what’s behind them—because this isn’t just a gimmick bottle with a halo on it. These wines come from real convents, real vineyards, and centuries-old traditions that most brands wish they could fake.

We get into:

•What grapes are used in convent-made wines

•How nuns actually produce wine (and why it’s usually better than you’d expect)

•Who’s really behind these bottles and where they come from

•The ongoing mission to bring on real guests to the show (we’re working on it… slowly but surely)

•FedEx absolutely disrespecting boxes like it’s their full-time job

•And a very serious debate: what do nuns actually eat?

This episode is part wine education, part chaos, and part uncovering one of the most underrated corners of the wine world.

If you think this is just some novelty religious wine… you’re already wrong.

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In this episode of the Arthur Avenue Podcast, the guys dive into Heaven’s Door 10 Year Tennessee Bourbon, the premium whiskey created in collaboration with legendary songwriter Bob Dylan.

JP just got back from a trip to Minnesota — Dylan’s home state — which leads the crew down a rabbit hole discussing their favorite Bob Dylan songs, Dylan’s influence on American culture, and how a folk legend ended up with one of the most interesting whiskey brands on the market.

But things escalate quickly.

The crew takes on their largest tasting lineup ever, sampling 30 different Heaven’s Door private barrel whiskey samples to see which barrel truly stands out. Somewhere in the middle of that marathon tasting, Fez the Truffle Pig discovers what might be the worst whiskey he has ever tasted in his life.

Along the way the guys also talk about the strange world of celebrity whiskey brands — including how Metallica has their own whiskey even though the band famously stopped drinking years ago.

Meanwhile JP is discovering another harsh truth of life… he’s getting older, and his back is starting to remind him.

Topics in this episode include:

•Bob Dylan Heaven’s Door 10 Year whiskey review

•30 Heaven’s Door private barrel whiskey tastings

•JP’s trip to Minnesota

•Favorite Bob Dylan songs

•Celebrity whiskey brands

•Metallica whiskey

•Fez the Truffle Pig’s worst whiskey ever

•The dangers of aging while drinking whiskey

If you enjoy bourbon reviews, whiskey tastings, music history, and chaotic podcast conversations, this episode is for you.

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What was supposed to be a simple boys trip turned into a full-blown winter survival story.

In this episode of the Arthur Ave Podcast, we break down the chaos:
• A 2-hour Uber ride home in the middle of a blizzard
• Running out of gas halfway through
• The Uber driver literally hitchhiking for fuel
• Being stranded in freezing weather 

We also get into a real conversation about grappa — what it is, why people drink it, who actually buys it, and why certain personalities gravitate toward it. Is it a digestivo for tough guys? An old-school Italian staple? A misunderstood spirit? We break it down.

If you’ve ever:
✔ Been stuck in a snowstorm
✔ Taken a questionable Uber ride
✔ Drank grappa when you probably shouldn’t have
✔ Wondered who actually buys grappa and why

This episode is for you.

Expect chaos, winter survival stories, liquor education, and the kind of honesty that only comes from being stranded in a blizzard with no gas while your schizophrenic uber driver hitchhikes for gas.

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In the first episode of 2026, the boys kick off the new year with one of the most historic (and misunderstood) wines in the world — Madeira. We taste Madeira wine, break down its flavor profile, explain how it’s made, and dive into the incredible history behind this fortified legend. From ocean voyages to colonial America, Madeira was literally built to survive sea travel — and still tastes alive decades later. And because this is Arthur Avenue, we paired it properly. The Madeira is matched with fresh onion bread from Madonia Bakery, one of the iconic bakeries in Bronx Little Italy. The sweetness, salinity, and caramelized onion notes hit differently when paired with a wine designed by heat and oxidation. If you've ever searched: What is Madeira wine? How is Madeira made? Does Madeira wine go bad? What does Madeira taste like? What food pairs with Madeira wine? Best bread pairing for fortified wine? This episode answers it all. In this episode: • Madeira wine tasting notes • The history of Madeira wine • Why Madeira might be the most indestructible wine on earth • Pairing Madeira with onion bread Start 2026 the right way — history in the glass, bread on the table. 🍷 If you love Italian wine, fortified wine, rare bottles, and real conversations without the wine-snob nonsense — subscribe and follow the Arthur Avenue Podcast. 

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