Have you ever wondered what goes on inside the mind of the beverage experts that bring your favorite spirits to your glass? Take a look behind the scenes of the spirits industry through candid conversations with masters on all things spirits and the art of sipping with intention. Hosted by Pablo Madrigal, Spirits Specialist for Winebow Fine Wine & Spirits,
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Mhairi Volsgen from Brovo Spirits | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. Mhair Volsgen, founder of Brovo Spirits shares her background and journey from architecture to the spirits industry. She discusses the most pivotal moments in her career and the moment she decided to start a distillery. Mhairi emphasizes the importance of authenticity and the soul of a place in the creation of spirits. Pablo…
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Jacopo Poli from Poli Distillerie | Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Jacopo Poli discusses the evolution of grappa production at the Poli Distillerie, combining traditional methods with modern technology. The distillery now uses three different technologies to distill grappa, allowing for experimentation and the creation of different spirits. Jacopo emphasizes the import…
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Jacopo Poli from Poli Distillery | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode, I get a rare opportunity to talk with Jacopo Poli in person. Jacopo shares the history of his family's distillery and the tradition of grappa production in Bassano de Grappa. He discusses the challenges faced by artisan distilleries in the face of industrial competition and the importance of quality …
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Misty Kalkofen from Suro Imports | Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Misty Kalkofen discusses her role at Suro Imports and the importance of education and conversation in the spirits industry. She also talks about her work at Liquid Productions and her involvement in the Bar 5 Day program. Misty emphasizes the need for transparency and protection of traditional practices…
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Misty Kalkofen from Suro Imports | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Misty Kalkofen shares her journey in the hospitality industry and how she discovered her passion for cocktails. She talks about her early bartending experiences in Boston and the influence of her mentor, Brother Cleve and the moving to the B-side lounge. The conversation highlights the importance of cla…
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Elena Urbani from Mancino Vermouth & Rinomato | Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. This is the second part of my chat with Elena Urbani, the brand ambassador for Mancino Vermouth, Rinomato Aperitivo and Lucano Amaro. This time around. Elena shares her journey from bartending to becoming an ambassador. She discusses the challenges and rewards of her role, the importance of repetition in mastering presentati…
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Elena Urbani from Mancino Vermouth & Rinomato | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, I interview Elena Urbani, the brand ambassador for Mancino Vermouth, Rinomato Aperitivo and Lucano Amaro. We discuss the popularity of vermouth in Italy and its different styles, the misconceptions about vermouth, the resurgence of vermouth in the last 20 years, and Elena's journey into the hospitality …
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The Godfather of Winebow Spirits. Richard Driscoll | Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. What are Richard and Pablo drinking? Is it green tea, whiskey, tequila, or both? They touch on the future of the industry, and the importance of staying ahead of trends. Richard shares insights on how Winebow is diversifying into spirits and the challenges of keeping salespeople engaged. Overall, the conversation highlights …
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The Godfather of Winebow Spirits. Richard Driscoll | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. Richard Driscoll, head of Spirits Business Developments and former EVP of Spirits for Winebow National, discusses his journey in the spirits industry and the growth of Winebow's spirits portfolio from it's inception more than 30 years ago. He shares how Winebow became a player in the spirits business and the importance of fa…
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The Art of Tasting Spirits with Monique Huston | Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Monique and Pablo discuss the importance of tasting and how to drink like a professional. They highlight the challenges of controlling consumption as port of the job and the need for responsible drinking at trade shows with emphasis on the value of education and the variety of activities offered at thes…
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The Art of Tasting Spirits with Monique Huston | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Pablo and Monique discuss the art of tasting and drinking with intention. Monique shares her journey in tasting, starting with her first experience of tasting a 40-year-old Scotch that opened her mind to the possibilities of flavor. They discuss the importance of developing a sensitive palate and the ro…
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The Past, Present and Future of Spirits with Dan Searing | Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. On the second part of our conversation, Dan Searing and I look at our primary topic through a whiskey soaked lens. The conversation explores the evolution of whiskey in the consciousness of modern consumers and utilizes rye whiskey as a key example on how awareness and palates evolve. One key topic is the influence of social…
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The Past, Present and Future of Spirits with Dan Searing | Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Dan Searing discusses his journey in the spirits industry and the evolution of the industry over the years. He shares his background in music and how it influenced his passion for spirits. The conversation explores the evolution of spirits in bars and stores, the rise of small brands and the influence o…
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