Fermented Adventure The Podcast

This episode features Dick Stoll of Stoll & Wolfe Distillery.  Dick is the last man to have distilled Rosen Rye in Pennsylvania.  He shares his experiences at Michter's Distillery and so much more!  The episode was recorded at Stoll & Wolfe which is located at:  35 North Cedar St, Lititz, PA, 17543 - 717-799-4499 www.stollandwolfe.com -  On Facebook

Highlights from our discussion:

Michter's Distillery

Rosen Rye

Charles Everett Beam

Michter's Distillery Kentucky

Pennco Distillers

Bomberger's Distillery

National Distillers

Baltimore Pure Rye

A.H. Hirsch

Wild Turkey

Corn for the Mash

Cheers!

This episode features Herman Mihalich of Dad's Hat.  Herman and John S. Cooper are the founders of Dad's Hat.  They start from scratch to make genuine small batch rye.  Their mission is to distill and deliver classic Pennsylvania Rye spirits following over 200 years of American distilling tradition.  It all started with an article in The New York Times in 2006 promoting the comeback of Rye Whiskey.  But, truly, Rye Whiskey is in their blood and is a family tradition.  Dad's Hat is located at Mountain Laurel Spirits, 925 Canal Street, Building 44, Bristol, PA 19007 - 215-781-8300 www.dadshatrye.com -  On Facebook

Highlights from our discussion:

Michigan State Artisan Distillery Program 

MGP

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board

Nevada Mease - MeadowBrook Farms

Signature Communication

The Sam Thompson Distillery

Rosen Rye

S. Rosen Bakery Company

Schenley Rye Whiskey

Sam Komlenic

John and Linda Lipman

Gibson Rye Whiskey

West Overton Village

Jim Beam

Whiskey Rebellion Festival

Fruitwood Orchards 

Jacquins

Cheers!

This episode features Alex Chang of the Philadelphia Whiskey Society.  Alex is a Certified Whisky Ambassador Instructor & Executive Bourbon Steward.  I met Alex at an event at the Pyramid Club in Philadelphia.  I was fascinated by his knowledge of all things Whiskey and distilled spirits.  He started with a friendship with Gentleman Jack and his passion grew from there.  Enjoying and sharing with friends.  

Highlights from our discussion:

Legent from the Jim Beam Suntory

Stitzel Weller

Pappy Van Winkle

Bar Smarts

Yoichi Distillery

Master Blender Shinji Fukuyo

The Whiskey Steward - Jeff Lichtman

United States Bartenders Guild

Jeffrey Scott Whisky

Redbrick Craft Distillery

Contact Alex:  [email protected]

Instagram:  TheWhiskeySteward

Cheers!

In the episode we sit down with Laura Fields of the Delaware Valley Fields Foundation.  Laura shares her passion for agriculture which began with her mother who founded Flint Hill Farm in Coopersburg, PA.  We delve into the important role that the Penn State Agricultural Extension plays in the development of Rosen Rye.  Laura talks about her mission with the Seed Spark campaign and how she is introducing all facets of agriculture and farming to the craft distilling industry. 

Stoll and Wolf Distillery in Lititz, PA plays an important role in the reintroduction of Rosen Rye to the Spirit community.  We discuss the history of Prohibition and its impact on Pennsylvania distilleries like Michter's. 

We review the American Whiskey Convention and look forward to the 5th Annual in 2020,  You can find them on Facebook @AmericanWhiskeyConvention.  

If you're in New Hope, PA for the Halloween Season be sure to make Specters and Spirits an annual tradition.  

Cheers!

This episode of was recorded on location at Brooklyn Kura in Brooklyn NY.  68 34th Street

Brooklyn Kura and The Sake Export Association hosted a Sake tasting that featured 8 incredible breweries from Japan.

Featured conversations:

Brandon is the Master Sake Brewer at Brooklyn Kura.  He shares the process for making Sake.

Brooklyn Co-owner Brian talks to us about getting the Brewery started and his passion for Sake.  

John Gauntner is recognized as the world's leading non-Japanese sake expert. A longtime Japan resident, he is well known among sake brewers and others within the sake industry.  Known as "The Sake Guy", John is an author, Publisher of Sake Today, and Sake World.

Monica Samuels is the Director of Sake & Spirits for Vine Connections.  Thank you for making the entire evening possible.

Kanpai!

Larry Reiter is the Founder of Columbus.  This episode delves into the fascinating world of Brand Management and what is involved with importing a wine or spirit into the United States.  Larry shares his experiences and philosophies on growing his business.  Columbus is located in Amityville, NY.  We discuss a number of amazing producers in their portfolio including: Rued Winery in Sonoma, CA., Three Meadows Spirits in Hudson Valley, NY and Domaine de Papolle in Gascogne, France.  Cheers!

This episode features highlights and observations from the American Whiskey Convention help in Philadelphia, PA at the Penn Museum of Archeology and Anthropology.  The evening was hosted by the Delaware Valley Fields Foundation.  Learn more about Seed Spark and the Rosen Rye Project.

There was definitely something for everyone to sample and enjoy with more then 250 whiskeys and spirits from over 50 American Distilleries.  Fermented Adventure The Podcast made some new friends and got to see some old ones too.  A highlight was getting to spend time speaking with Greg Metze and Laura Fields.  It was an evening to remember and we are looking forward to next year.  Cheers.  

Joan Verratti shares her passion  “dalle mie mani al tuo cuore,” which translates into English as, “from my hands to your heart.” at Pollyodd.  They are located at 1908 East Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148.  What started out as a hobby in her home kitchen in South Philadelphia has become an incredible labor of love and a tribute to her son.  Joan shares the humble beginnings of creating the original recipe for Cello, to the many water base and cream base flavors that come from her small batch distillery.  Joan Verratti holds the distinction of being the  first Non-PLCB retail Liquor store in the state to go along with her being the first female owned Distillery in the country.  Cheers!

Walter Palmer is a Master Distiller and he makes "damn good Gin"!  Which, has been awarded 3 International Medals and counting.  Liberty Gin is distilled at Palmer Distilling in Philadelphia, PA.  You can visit the tasting room at 376 Shurs Lane.  They also distill Manayunk Moonshine. 

Fermented Adventure The Podcast sat down with Walter to discuss The Founding Fathers and what it means to craft distill in Philadelphia.  To be an ambassador of a Philadelphia born gin in the birthplace of Freedom and Liberty.  Palmer Distilling is charting their own course and and are in charge of their own destiny.  We talk about the significance of the bottles label which was designed by Chad Michael Studios.  Cheers!

Back at Pennsylvania Distilling to go "Behind the Bar.  We had a spirited and entertaining discussion with Bar Manager and Alchemist Benjamin Balaban.  To find their bar and tasting room travel to 50 Three Tun Road #3, Malvern, PA 19355.  If you would like to see the entire interview including Benjamin making 2 of the distilleries signature cocktails, check out the episode on our YouTube Page Fermented Adventure, Click Here for the episode.  Cheers!

YouTube Episode:  https://youtu.be/-7xo6HmrKSU