Crafted Conversations

In this episode Allan sits down with Evan Hughes, the co-owner of Central Standard Craft Distillery - located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

"Central Standard is more than a name. It’s an idea. An idea to make better spirits, with locally sourced products, by hard-working local professionals who are passionate about what they create. We’ve been lucky enough to turn that idea into reality, with a number of our spirits winning local and national awards for quality and excellence. We are Milwaukee through and through. We pour our heart and soul into crafting the best spirits for your cocktails."

visit them online at https://thecentralstandard.com/

Special shout out to Dr. Nick Post for his work on this episode as associate producer.

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In this Episode, Allan sits down with the head distiller, Nate Newbrough, of Great Lakes Distillery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Great Lakes Distillery has called Wisconsin home since their founding by Guy Rehorst in 2004. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the distillery stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment of producing high-quality, handcrafted spirits that capture the essence of the Midwest. As the first distillery to open in the state since Prohibition, they have been trailblazers for the Wisconsin Craft Spirits industry of today.

visit them online at https://www.greatlakesdistillery.com/

Special shout out to Dr. Nick Post for his work on this episode as associate producer.

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In this episode, Allan sits down with Alex Laufer, CEO and co-founder of District Made Spirits located in the Ivy City neighborhood of Washington D.C. Recorded onsite at the distillery, Alex discusses the unique craft of distilling whiskey and other spirits in the Nation's Capital and the value he puts on community and using local products in the process.

"More than the nation's capital, Washington DC is the spirit of a region where cultural diversity and sustainability meet forward thinkers, artists, urban warriors, and creators. Distilling with determination, District Made embodies the spirit of this legendary city, crafting adventurous rye-forward spirits true to the values and terroir of the Mid-Atlantic."

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Special thanks to Alex Laufer and District Made Spirits for hosting us and being a part of our conversation!

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In this episode, Allan sits down with Head Distiller Jake Walish of the Northern Waters Distillery located in Minocqua, Wisconsin. Recorded onsite, this space has a beautiful tasting room and has incredible lake views - a perfect spot to share some whiskey and learn more about the craft in the North Woods. Jake shares his own personal story and how Northern Waters makes their craft whiskey so unique.

The area is a combination of the old and the new. It is generations of families embracing the tradition of a cabin on the lake. The kids, parents, and grandparents, all together in one place. Minocqua, and the surrounding area, have long enjoyed the history of its founders. Lumber barons and pioneers embraced the local culture, all while tastefully blending in the refinements that are born in more urban settings.

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Special thanks to Northern Waters and Jake Walish for hosting us and being a part of our conversation!

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In this episode, after taking Allan on a flight in his personal plane around Hartford, Wisconsin, Brad Schnell sits down to discuss some bourbons that he's has never tried, and tell Allan all about his professional wedding officiant business "I do" (https://idoofficiant.com/) and his aviation hobby. Brad is a self proclaimed bourbon man so a conversation with a flight of bourbon seemed like a perfect thing to do after a flight in the air!

Shoutout to Nathan Haug for being our associate producer on this episode

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In this episode, Allan sits down with Master Distiller Steve Bashore at George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill on the Mount Vernon property. Steve shares his expertise on all things whiskey from the time of our first president and explains the 18th century distillation process.

While discussing this incredible history, Steve shares the three rye whiskies that are produced to honor the legacy of Washington's distillery.

Shoutout to Ariana Cogan for assisting in photography

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In this short episode, Allan discusses the rise in craft distilleries in the past decade and their influence on the whiskey market and how it has opened the door for several celebrities to create their own lines of whiskey - for better or worse.

Background music courtesy of the Blues Lounge YouTube channel. They are a band of musicians performing under one alias Brian Grey.

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Nathan Haug, a longtime friend since their college bowling days, joins Allan to sample 3 bottled-in-bond bourbons. Featured is Heaven HIll 7yr old Bonded, Old Grand Dad bonded, and Fainting Goat's C.B. Fishers Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon. All three are very different, but very delicious!

While enjoying these samples, Allan gets to know Nate better as they discuss fatherhood, work life and their individual aspirations.

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Philip Dannelly, an old friend from Army Basic Training joins Allan to sample 3 single malt whiskies, each with a unique flavor profile. Featured is the Door County Distillery's American Single Malt, Edradour 10yr old Scotch, and finally the Glenfarclas 25yr old scotch.

While enjoying these samples, Allan gets to know Phil better as they discuss life inside and outside of the Army.

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Brad Lake joins Allan to enjoy some of the most well known peated scotches including Laphroaig 10, Talisker Storm, Ardbeg Uigeadail, Lagavulin 16, and Bruichladdich Octomore 13.3. Brad is a longtime friend and former co-worker of Allan's who has recently developed a taste for peated scotch rather than the usual sweetness of Bourbon.

Amid sharing some of these fantastic whisky samples, Brad answers unique questions allowing the audience and Allan to get to know him better!

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