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Sip Wiselee | Ep. 25: Augusta Distillery Tasting We learned the history in Part 1—now it’s time to pour the juice! Welcome back to Sip Wiselee , where we bridge our love for Missouri craft spirits with the legendary bourbon tradition of Kentucky. In this second installment, Zack (Brand Ambassador for Augusta Distillery) returns to the studio, and he didn't come empty-handed. He brought the ent...

Welcome back to Sip Wiselee ! While our heart and roots are firmly planted in celebrating Missouri spirits, we love bridging the gap to the rich history and traditions of iconic Kentucky bourbon. In part one of this two-part series, we sit down with a great friend of the show—Zack, Brand Ambassador for Augusta Distillery in Augusta, Kentucky! Many of you know Zack from his days on the regional dis...

Grab a glass and join us on the patio at Old Monroe Distilling! In this mid-month tasting episode, we sit down with founder and master distiller Adam to dive deep into the glass. We’re tasting through their impressive lineup—starting with their signature 90-proof everyday Small Batch Bourbon, moving into three distinct high-proof Single Barrels (including a wild 132.5-proof monster and a shockingl...

What does true grain-to-glass distilling actually look like? In this episode of Sip Wisely , we hit the road and head over to Columbia, Illinois, to visit Old Monroe Distilling. Host [Your Name] and club member Art sit down with owner and master distiller, Adam, to talk about the rich history of Old Monroe and their uncompromising commitment to the craft. From growing their own grains right on the...

Welcome into our first episode of Season 3! In this episode we have a special treat for you! Members of the St. Charles Bourbon Society took a trip to Memphis to help with a special barrel pick with A1 Wine & Spirits on Mexico rd. After this amazing experience, I had the pleasure sitting down with Brittney to learn all about this historic distillery! Enjoy!

It is the 15th of the month and that means it is time for another tasting episode. I got to sit down with Nick from Cardinal Sin and taste three of their amazing products! Pride, Envy and Wrath are three amazing products that should be on anyone's shelf! What do you think of Cardinal Sin whiskey? Share your thoughts on social media. Be sure to check out their store on main street St. Charles!...

Join us on location just off Main Street in St. Charles as we sit down with Steve Herberhold from Cardinal Sin Distillery. Have you ever wondered what happens when an aerospace engineer, an orthopedic surgeon, and a marketing executive are all neighbors who enjoy a drink together? In 2010, this trio turned a casual neighborhood hang-out into a partnership that blends mechanical aptitude with chemi...

Welcome to another monthly tasting episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast! We are thrilled to welcome back Clayton from Lionheart Distilling . In this episode, we dive deep into the glass to explore a highly celebrated single barrel spirit that has become the distillery's number one seller. We reveal why this expression, along with others submitted by Lionheart, earned multiple medals in their ina...

Sip Wiselee Podcast - Episode 17: The Lionheart Whiskey Co. Welcome to Episode 17 of the Sip Wiselee podcast! This month, we had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with Clayton Newell, the Proprietor of Lionheart Whiskey Co., located in Hermann, Missouri. Lionheart's foundation is inspired by powerful values: having the courage to be exceptional. They are dedicated to creating whiskeys that...

This mid-month tasting is a special one! Jonathon welcomes back Hunter and Cole from Red Ox Distillery to explore their full lineup of handcrafted spirits, from bright citrus cordials and aromatic liqueurs to two standout bourbons that showcase the best of Missouri craft distilling. Recorded live at Ohana Pizzeria , this session pairs Red Ox’s creativity with Ohana’s hospitality and cocktails that...

The Sip Wisely podcast welcomes distiller guests Hunter Smith and Cole Oxley of Redox Distillery, joining the host from Ohana Pizzeria in Fulton, Missouri. Redox, a name derived from Cole Oxley's nickname ("red ox") and his red hair, focuses on creating high-quality, innovative spirits, emphasizing that they are "not stuck on traditional ways" due to their engineering backg...

Episode: Switchgrass Distillery Tasting Welcome to another exciting tasting episode of the Sip Wisely podcast! This month, we're diving deep into the fantastic spirits from Switchgrass Distillery. If you caught our earlier episode, you heard all about the history and amazing philosophy behind their craft directly from distiller Nick. Now, it's time to taste the results! Join us as we explo...

Welcome to another episode of the Sip Wiselee podcast! For this episode we were live at Switchgrass Distillery in St. Louis, with owner Nick. Join us as Nick shares his journey from a surprising career path to establishing a distillery known for its unique "sweet mashing" process and commitment to crafting distinctive whiskies and brandies. Explore how Switchgrass is redefining craft spi...

Tasting the 10-Year Stowloch Single Barrel with Mark Sutherland The story continues, this time in the glass. In this tasting episode, host Jonathon Lee reconnects with Mark Sutherland of Stone Ledge Distillery to explore their latest release: the 10-year-old Stowloch Single Barrel, the oldest flagship expression in the distillery’s history. Together, they nose, sip, and savor the complexity of thi...

Stone Ledge Distillery — A Sense of Place with Mark Sutherland Season 2 kicks off with a conversation that goes far beyond the barrel. In this episode, host Jonathon Lee sits down with Mark Sutherland, founder of Stone Ledge Distillery in Defiance, Missouri. From his background as a global connector and Missouri trade ambassador to his passion for local craftsmanship, Mark brings a unique perspect...

32 In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, I sat down with the owner and head distiller of Nobletons Distillery Demetrius Cain. He let me taste 5 different whiskeys! They were all fantastic! They each came with their own story or two! Such a fun episode! Enjoy!​ ​ ⁠Checkout Nobletons​ ​ Checkout A1 Wine & Spirits on Mexico Rd. ​ Checkout Grillo's Chop & Barrel ​ Checkout our Facebo...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, I sat down with the owner and head distiller of Nobletons Distillery Demetrius Cain. We have a fabulous conversation! We begin with a quick game where Demetrius shares a little science around his choice.  ​ We then get into the rich history. Such an interesting story! One that is worth hearing in person! Be sure to get out there and checkout the distille...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, I sat down with the Chief Experience Officer of the Blacksmith Distillery. Located in Lohman, MO just outside of Jefferson City sits this hidden gem of a distillery for our tasting episode. Russ brought us three of his wonderful spirits to taste and share. In this episode we had the pleasure of tasting the Blacksmith Snow Day, Black Anvil Family Reserve...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, I sat down with the Chief Experience Officer of the Blacksmith Distillery. Located in Lohman, MO just outside of Jefferson City sits this hidden gem of a distillery. Russ shares his family history and how they got into the business.  Even though the website says he is the Chief Experience Office, it is obvious that he could also be named the Chief Experi...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, I join the A1 Wine & Spirit Bourbon group for this tasting episode. This group meets weekly to share excellent bottles of bourbon. This week, we shared four different Green River Bottles. All of these bottles are available at A1 Wine and Spirit on Mexico Road in St. Peters at a discount if you use the secret code! You will have to listen to the episo...

Join us as we connect with Caryn Wells of the Green River Distillery for an amazing conversation about the history of the 10th oldest distillery in Kentucky. Green River has a rich history with an amazing story. Add in that the bourbon is fantastic and it makes for a great episode! Be sure to connect with us and share your thoughts of this great spirit! Episode's Show Notes Green River Distill...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, We sat down with Kyle Merklein, Master Distiller & Jordan Germano, communications manager of the Ben Holladay distillery for the tasting episode. Special Guest Sheral DeVaughn joined us as well. Kyle chose three different bourbons for us to try. We started with the original mash bill rickhouse proof. We then moved onto the Soft Red Rickhouse proof an...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, Jonathon sits down with Kyle Merklein, Master Distiller & Jordan Germano, communications manager of the Ben Holladay distillery. We discuss all things Ben Holladay! We began by playing a little game. Jordan shares some really cool history of not just the distillery, but also the man. Kyle then talks about the high standards he has for the Ben Hollada...

In this episode of the Sip Wiselee Podcast, Jonathon sits down with David Weglarz in his distillery in downtown St. Louis. David was an awesome host and his distillery is a great place to visit! You should definitely head down there! In this episode we sampled three of his whiskeys, including his Missouri bourbon. David provides us insights as we go through the tasting and makes the experience tha...

In this episode, join us as we delve into the captivating history of Still 630, a remarkable distillery nestled in the heart of downtown St. Louis. Take a journey with us as we explore the intriguing backstory of this establishment and gain insights into the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into creating every bottle of their exceptional spirits. Check out Still 630 ! Check out A1 Wine & Spi...