Whiskey Wanderlust: The Colorado Spirits Expedition

EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Whiskey Wanderlust, we head to Loveland, Colorado, to explore Root Shoot Malting—a fifth-generation family farm transforming Colorado-grown grains into award-winning spirits. Join us as we sit down with Todd and Emily Olander, the husband-wife duo behind Root Shoot, to hear how they built one of the most innovative craft malting operations in the state. From pres...

🍀 What if the future of Irish whiskey was being made in Colorado? 🥃 In this episode of Whiskey Wanderlust , we sit down with Patrick and Meagan Miller , the founders of Talnua Distillery , to explore how they’re pioneering Single Pot Still Whiskey —with a distinctly American twist. 🔥 Episode Highlights: 1️⃣ How a honeymoon in Ireland sparked America’s first Single Pot Still Distillery. 2️⃣ The...

📍 In this Bootleg Episode of Whiskey Wanderlust, we sit down with Al Laws, the founder of Laws Whiskey House, for an unexpected, no-holds-barred conversation about the creation of their new tasting room—the Whiskey Sanctuary. 🥃 What started as a quick chat turned into a 40-minute deep dive into the vision, challenges, and whiskey philosophy that makes Laws one of Colorado’s most respected distil...

In this episode of Whiskey Wanderlust , we visit Laws Whiskey House in Denver, where whiskey is crafted with patience, precision, and purpose. Hosts Cory and Ryan sit down with Casey Rizzo and Sam Poirier to discuss how Laws built its reputation with an unwavering commitment to quality and their ethos of “No Shortcuts.” From sourcing heirloom grains from local Colorado farms to their meticulous di...

📍 Welcome to Whiskey Wanderlust! Join us as we visit Bear Creek Distillery in Denver, Colorado, for an inside look at their innovative spirits, vibrant tasting room, and inspiring community impact. 🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Video: 1️⃣ The story of Bear Creek Distillery’s founding by lifelong friends. 2️⃣ How their grain-to-glass approach creates unique spirits like 100% rye vodka and rye whisk...

Join us as we explore the bold and innovative world of Distillery 291, one of Colorado’s most iconic craft distilleries. In this episode, we sit down with founder Michael Myers to uncover his incredible journey from a career in fashion photography to becoming an award-winning distiller. Learn the fascinating story behind their unique still and how it transforms Colorado grains into world-class whi...

Join us for the inaugural episode of Whiskey Wanderlust , where we dive into the heart of Colorado’s vibrant distilling scene. In this episode, we sit down with Alastair Brogan and Ryan Negley from Boulder Spirits to explore their remarkable journey from Scotland to the U.S., and how they're pioneering American Single Malt Whiskey. Discover the nuances of distilling at high altitude, the science b...