Makers of Minnesota

Leah Treleven started Sweethhaven Tonics in New Ulm Minnesota. She dubbed herself
the founder of “The 30 Second Craft Cocktail.” Because shouldn't you be able to make an awesome drink in 30 seconds? With her beautiful tonics, you can.
Whether it's Apple Thyme and Cardamom, Ginger Lime and Peppercorn, Grapefruit Mint and Basil or Lemon Basil and Lavender her easy cocktail kits will have you feeling spirited in no time.

Check out her Recipe page to find your new favorite way to spend half a minute making delicious mocktails or cocktails. 

We talk to Angela Gustafson owner of Gustola Granola who is a featured maker in the Makers of Minnesota Holiday Gift Box for 2021 with their Cherry Almond Granola. 

The Makers of Minnesota Gift Box is filled with maker products curated by Stephanie Hansen of StephaniesDish and the MakersofMinnesota Podcast. Each box is $65 and can be ordered here but hurry! There are a limited number of boxes available.

Get products from:

K Mama Sauce - (Season 2 Episode 50)
Bt McElrath Chocolates (Season 1 Episode 103)
Annie B Caramels (Season 1 Episode 103)
Heathers Dirty Goodness (Recap 6 2018)
Bare Honey
Cheryl's Nut Butters (Season 3 Episode 9)
Lost Capital Foods Hot Sauce (Season 3 Episode 10)
Isadore Nuts
Sota Crackler Candle (Season 3 Episode 30)
Gustola Granola - (Season 1 Episode 54)
Brightbox Lab Sponge
Makers of Minnesota Sticker
plus...
Zambezi Biltong - (Season 3 Episode 52) Bonus Bag in the first 150 boxes sold

Emily Vikre is the owner of Vikre Distillery in Duluth. Emily makes beautiful spirits and canned cocktails. She is also the author of Camp Cocktails, a book about making cocktails that are fun and easy in the great outdoors.

We are excited to showcase Vikre's spirits in a special 3-course  Makers of Minnesota Dinner at the Lexington in St Paul on November 30th. . Get tickets here Guests are invited to enjoy cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres in The Williamsburg Room from 6:00-6:30 pm followed by a 3-course dinner created by Chef Antonio utilizing products from three local makers.

Our November Dinner will feature  products from Vikre Distilling plus past Makers of Minnesota Podcast Guests including

- R & R Cultivation Mushrooms

- Isadore Nut Co

- Red Head Creamery

You will be our exclusive guest at The Lexington and get to talk to the makers, as well as order your first-ever Makers Of Minnesota Holiday gift box that I have curated. Get your tickets now and join us on November 30 for a fun night celebrating the wonderful Makers of Minnesota.

We talk to Justin Henke owner of Annies Caramels or BT MCElrath who is a featured maker in the Makers of Minnesota Holiday Gift Box for 2021 with their Salty Dog Chocolate Bites and Annie B's Caramels. 

The Makers of Minnesota Gift Box is filled with maker products curated by Stephanie Hansen of StephaniesDish and the MakersofMinnesota Podcast. Each box is $65 and can be ordered here but hurry! There are a limited number of boxes available.

Get products from:

K Mama Sauce - (Season 2 Episode 50)
Bt McElrath Chocolates (Season 1 Episode 103)
Annie B Caramels (Season 1 Episode 103)
Heathers Dirty Goodness (Recap 6 2018)
Bare Honey
Cheryl's Nut Butters (Season 3 Episode 9)
Lost Capital Foods Hot Sauce (Season 3 Episode 10)
Isadore Nuts
Sota Crackler Candle (Season 3 Episode 30)
Gustola Granola - (Season 1 Episode 54)
Brightbox Lab Sponge
Makers of Minnesota Sticker
plus...
Zambezi Biltong - (Season 3 Episode 52) Bonus Bag in the first 150 boxes sold

Fermented foods and beverages are older than recorded history and integral to culinary traditions in almost every part of the world.  Chef Jim Taugher is the owner of Fermentation Station and started with “quick pickles”.  

At the most basic level, quick pickles are hot vinegar and sugar poured over an item.  In an effort to expand the pickle department, he began to study “old school” fermented pickles.  Being passionate and a bit obsessive, he devoured books on the subject, followed famous fermenters, and found any videos he could on the subject.  He then combined his new skills with his years of studying flavors and BOOM gourmet, creative, unique pickled items were on hand.  Customers and friends alike all said, “You should sell these”.  A lot of hard work, research, and personal expense later, and Fermentation Station was born.

We talk to KC Kye owner of K - Mama Sauce who is a featured maker in the Makers of Minnesota Holiday Gift Box for 2021 with his "Korean Ketchup the K-Mama Sauce". 

The Makers of Minnesota Gift Box is filled with maker products curated by Stephanie Hansen of StephaniesDish and the MakersofMinnesota Podcast. Each box is $65 and can be ordered here but hurry! There are a limited number of boxes available.

Get products from:

K Mama Sauce - (Season 2 Episode 50)
Bt McElrath Chocolates (Season 1 Episode 103)
Annie B Caramels (Season 1 Episode 103)
Heathers Dirty Goodness (Recap 6 2018)
Bare Honey
Cheryl's Nut Butters (Season 3 Episode 9)
Lost Capital Foods Hot Sauce (Season 3 Episode 10)
Isadore Nuts
Sota Crackler Candle (Season 3 Episode 30)
Gustola Granola - (Season 1 Episode 54)
Brightbox Lab Sponge
Makers of Minnesota Sticker
plus...
Zambezi Biltong - (Season 3 Episode 52) Bonus Bag in the first 150 boxes sold

Our friends and hosts of Minnesota Bound Laura Schara and  Bill Sherck reflect on this history and the legacy of the show as they celebrate their 1000 episodes with a special on Sunday, November 13.

Watch episodes here.

Interested in the deer camp? Watch here.

Follow Minnesota Bound on Instagram

We talk to Laura Muhm owner of Sota Cracklers who is a featured maker in the Makers of Minnesota Holiday Gift Box for 2021 with her hand-poured soy candles with wooden wicks, which produce a beautiful white flame and a soft sizzle & crackling sound as they burn while smelling of the  Northwoods with Balsam Pine &  Cedar.

The Makers of Minnesota Gift Box is filled with maker products curated by Stephanie Hansen of StephaniesDish and the MakersofMinnesota Podcast. Each box is $65 and can be ordered here but hurry! There are a limited number of boxes available.

Get products from:

K Mama Sauce - (Season 2 Episode 50)
Bt McElrath Chocolates (Season 1 Episode 103)
Annie B Caramels (Season 1 Episode 103)
Heathers Dirty Goodness (Recap 6 2018)
Bare Honey
Cheryl's Nut Butters (Season 3 Episode 9)
Lost Capital Foods Hot Sauce (Season 3 Episode 10)
Isadore Nuts
Sota Crackler Candle (Season 3 Episode 30)
Gustola Granola - (Season 1 Episode 54)
Brightbox Lab Sponge
Makers of Minnesota Sticker
plus...
Zambezi Biltong - (Season 3 Episode 52) Bonus Bag in the first 150 boxes sold

Tasya Kelen is the maker of Isadore Nuts, the award-winning snacks, and gift that is more than just delicious and good for your body. Tasya had long been passionate about the power of good food.  She also believes hiring inclusively is the most important step to offering opportunities to all workers. She believes her nuts can change the world by being sustainable and providing opportunities.

We are excited to showcase their nuts in a special 3-course  Makers of Minnesota Dinner at the Lexington in St Paul on November 30th. . Get tickets here Guests are invited to enjoy cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres in The Williamsburg Room from 6:00-6:30 pm followed by a 3-course dinner created by Chef Antonio utilizing products from three local makers.

Our November Dinner will feature nuts from Isadore Nuts and products from past Makers of Minnesota Podcast Guests
- R & R Cultivation Mushrooms

- Vikre Distilling

- Red Head Creamery

You will be our exclusive guest at The Lexington and get to talk to the makers, as well as pre-order your first-ever Makers Of Minnesota Holiday gift box featuring Isadore Nuts that I have curated. Get your tickets now and join us on November 30 for a fun night celebrating the wonderful Makers of Minnesota.

We talk to Heather Manley, owner of Heathers Dirty Goodness, ( and Crooked Water Spirits and On Demand Group ) who are a featured maker in the Makers of Minnesota Holiday Gift Box for 2021.

The Makers of Minnesota Gift Box is filled with maker products curated by Stephanie Hansen of StephaniesDish and the MakersofMinnesota Podcast. Each box is $65 and can be ordered here but hurry! There are a limited number of boxes available.

Get products from:

K Mama Sauce - (Season 2 Episode 50)
Bt McElrath Chocolates (Season 1 Episode 103)
Annie B Caramels (Season 1 Episode 103)
Heathers Dirty Goodness (Recap 6 2018)
Bare Honey
Cheryl's Nut Butters (Season 3 Episode 9)
Lost Capital Foods Hot Sauce (Season 3 Episode 10)
Isadore Nuts
Sota Crackler Candle (Season 3 Episode 30)
Gustola Granola - (Season 1 Episode 54)
Brightbox Lab Sponge
Makers of Minnesota Sticker
plus...
Zambezi Biltong - (Season 3 Episode 52) Bonus Bag in the first 150 boxes sold