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In this episode, Devin Aracena speaks with Richard Betts, her former mentor, and a former Master Sommelier turned agave spirit entrepreneur. Richard shares his journey from the wine business to becoming a trailblazer in the agave spirits industry with his brands Sombra, Mezcal and Comos Tequila. Discussing creativity and innovation in self-discovery and personal growth, Richard emphasizes on adhering to what one loves doing.

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Timestamps:

(00:30) - Guest Introduction: Richard Betts

(01:01) - Richard's Journey to Master Sommelier

(03:12) - The Love for Agave Spirits

(04:29) - The Art of Making Mezcal

(06:29) - The Importance of Data in Production

(14:42) - The Launch of Comos Tequila

(17:46) - Addressing Waste in the Agave Spirit Industry

(21:29) - The Value of Patience in the Process

(22:16) - The Journey of Creating a Unique Hot Sauce

(23:27) - A Culinary Adventure in Austria

(24:24) - The Power of Partnership and Shared Knowledge

(25:16) - The Creation of Stusy: A Love Elixir

(25:49) - Keeping the Creative Juices Flowing

(27:54) - The Importance of Nature and Time in Creativity

(31:14) - The Balance of Work, Play, and Health

(33:57) - The Power of Self-Reflection and Optimism