Neatly On The Rocks

One thing whiskey drinkers (like Page) always want to know is "how do I learn how to put words to what I'm tasting?" This week join us as Lisa, with her amazing palate, walks Page through Sensory Bootcamp. 

Whiskey cocktails are delightful, but making them at home can daunt even the most experienced whiskey drinker. This week Lisa and Page chat with Heather Wibbels, who both demystifies cocktails for beginners, and offers new approaches to experts, in her new book/love letter to cocktails, Bourbon is my Comfort Food. Cocktail Contessa/Buy Her Book: https://www.cocktailcontessa.com/books/  Bourbon Women Foundation: https://bourbonwomenfoundation.org/ Bourbon Women: https://bourbonwomen.org/ SIPosium 2022: https://bourbonwomen.org/2022-siposium/   

Everyone dreams of being something when they grow up, but few are fortunate enough to discover their passion early and pursue it to a full career in the same way Alex Castle of Old Dominick Distilling has. Lisa and I have a chat with Alex about her passion for spirits, the history and future of Old Dominick, and so much more.    www.olddominick.com www.spiritsunited.org 

Lisa and Page celebrate Women's History Month by talkign with Ashley Frey of Frey Ranch Distilling. They chat about what it's like to run a family farm + distillery, and Ashley  also shares her passion for supporting women through their March fundraiser supporting Moms on the Run, an organization dedicated to helping women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. For every bottle purchased in March, the Freys are donating $1 to Moms on the Run. You can support this wonderful cause by buying a bottle through Frey's website (https://freyranch.com/) or by donating directly to this wonderful organization (https://www.momsontherun.info/). 

Laws Whiskey House in Denver is as tied to place and land as any business can be. This week, Lisa and Page sit down with Senior Distiller Sam Poirier to chat about what makes Laws  committment to the people and place of Colorado unique, and the gals get to taste six special whiskeys, including a sneak peek at two Bottled-in-Bond products coming to the market in April 2022.    Check out Laws Whiskey House at www.lawswhiskeyhouse.com!

This week Lisa and Page talk with Blair Woodall, SVP/General Manager of Templeton Rye Spirits based in Templeton, Iowa about climate's impact on the process of making whiskey, women's impact in the whiskey world, grains, and so much more. Show Notes: Proof: The Science of Booze by Adam Rogers (book) Cask Management for Distillers by Matt Strickland (book) American Distilling Institute https://distilling.com/ Templeton Distilling https://templetondistillery.com

Maggie Kimberl has a resume that bourbon lovers envy, a writing voice that sings, and a passion that is evident. She has chatted with and written about the most prominent, creative, and amazing people in the spirits industry, and we are honored to have her join us on this episode to talk about the history of whiskey, and all things Bourbon Women's Association. If you're interested in joining the Bourbon Women's Association head over to https://bourbonwomen.org/ SIPosium 2022 Details are forthcoming, be sure to join and subscribe to the newsletter so you don't miss anything! If you want to check out the book Girly Drinks: A World History of Women and Alcohol head to http://www.malloryomeara.com/girly-drinks Check out Maggie's amazing writing at: American Whiskey Mag, Whisky Magazine, and the Bourbon Women's website!

It's 2022, and that means the podcast is back - really for reals this time! Page Gerrick is excited to be joined by her new co-host and dear friend Lisa Davis to do a little "get to know you" chat. Lots of fun and lots of laughs to be had here, so dive in and get to know your hosts as 2022 kicks off, and get ready to settle in because the content coming this year will be fresh, fun, and undoubtedly full of whiskey.

Marianne Eaves, Kentucky's first female Master Distiller, joins Page to chat about her new project Eaves Blind, and so much more. We talk about her passion, where it came from, and how she's channeling it to further revolutionize the whiskey industry.   Eaves Blind: https://www.eavesblind.com/home  

Texas whiskey is giving Kentucky a run for its money by crafting bold whiskeys with a unique personality. This week, Page sits down with Robert Likarish of Ironroot Republic Distilling to chat about the origin of those bold flavors and the deep ties they have to old world techniques. Tune in and get ready to fall in love with a whole new breed of brown liquor.

With the holidays right around the corner, it's time to get serious about the presents for all the people on your list. Page is here with a bunch of gifts that are sure to fit the bill for any whiskey lover on your list.  **************************************** FOOD/RECIPES Coffee: Derek Sips (whiskey-soaked) and Jarmans Craft Coffee (barrel-aged) Alton Brown’s Aged Eggnog Recipe - age it, I’m serious Scottish Fudge/Whisky Tablet Recipe SugarFina Bourbon Collection Set Popped Popcorn - all flavors are fabulous MADE FROM WHISKEY THINGS Liquidated Glassets Whiskey Bottle Cigar Ash Trays and more Cocktail smoking boxes: Cocktail Smoking Box $150, viewing window one $200, simple version for $64 Barrel Stave Charcuterie Board and Stave Cheese Knife Stave Cribbage Board GLASSWARE/DRINKWARE Custom Glassware from BarrelRaised High Camp Firelight 750 Flask Sharper Image Driver Flask Whiskey Stones: Multi-color Turkish Whiskey Stones,  Granite Whiskey Stones, or Ancient Rocks Scottish Glass Whiskey Pipet

The Texas whiskey scene is exploding, and bottles of delightful whiskey from Texas' many distilleries are making their way to the rest of the nation. Page chats with friend and Texas whiskey lover Patrick Kohn about the distilleries, personalities, and flavors in Texas whiskey, and also gives some advice on planning a Texas Whiskey Trail vacation.

Revival and Reinvigoration: two words that strongly convey the mission of Town Under Black Distilling in Tucson, AZ. Tune in as Page sits down with Beck and Vlad to discuss their passion for flavorful, funky, and fascinating spirits. Prohibition did a number on whiskey distilleries, and Town Under Black seeks to harness the powers of almost forgotten grains and techniques to revive and reinvigorate the burgeoning whiskey scene in a whole new way. 

School is in session this week as Page sits down with Kate Douglas and Greg Metze, the distillers behind the delightful distillate at Old Elk in Fort Collins, CO. From flavors and memories to the chemistry and biology of it all, you're bound to walk away with a few bits of new info and a big smile.  

It's election season, and we're all pretty tired of it. In this episode Page takes a lighthearted approach to a serious subject by selecting her whiskey cabinet positions. That means everyone wins, because whiskey is the unifier among us. 

How does one go about harnessing the immense buying power of the whiskey community to effect deep, lasting change in our world? I sat down with Brandon Hunt, founder of Bourbon Charity, to discuss that very thing. Brandon synergized drinking whiskey and donating to charity in an unusual, and revolutionary way, and he's doing a TON of good.     Bourbon Charity: https://bourboncharity.org/ BourbonHood: https://bourbonhood.org/ - give as little as $10/month to support the awesome mission of Bourbon Charity

This week Page chats about two of her new favorite things: alcohol from Japan and a video game based there. Specifically Sake and The Ghost of Tsushima. The combination of playing a Samurai during the 1st Mongol invasion of Japan and Sake is too wonderful to be neglected on the podcast. Join Page on her lighthearted adventure into the world of Feudal Japan.   SHOW NOTES: Arizona Sake: https://www.arizonasake.com/ Kotaku article about Sake and Ghost of Tsushima: https://kotaku.com/lets-get-nerdy-about-japanese-sake-in-ghost-of-tsushima-1844438641 Learn more about Whiskey Philanthropy via Bourbon Charity/Bourbonhood: https://bourboncharity.org/  

When you've had a bad day, how do you end it on a good note? With a nice drink and a conversation with a good friend, of course! Page shares some spirits that lift her up and sits down for a heart to heart. 

Whether you're starting your day off right, ending it with a bang, or somewhere in between, whiskey is a wonderful accompaniment. Selecting the right whiskey takes thought, but is a ton of fun. Page offers suggestions and strategies for pairing whiskey with food, cigars, and enjoyment throughout your day. 

This week Page wraps her conversation with her dear friend Elan. We enjoyed whiskey from Bunnahabhain, Bruichladdich, and tasted possibly one of the worst whiskeys ever made, all while talking all things whiskey and life. It's a treat of a conversation.