Chase The Craft

Rick from the Hobby Distillers Association joins me to break down the latest legal fight over home distilling in the USA. We cover what the recent court win actually means, what it does not mean, and why this fight may be bigger than distilling itself.   Join the HDA or get in contact with them here:   https://hobbydistillersassociation.com Distilling Supplies And Equipment: https://chas...

Allan Bishop is a professional distiller, YouTuber, podcaster and historian.  In this episode, he shares the secrets of French Absinthe from the 1800's (Belle Epoque absinthe) as well as dispelling some Absinthe myths.      Old Homestead Distilling:  https://www.oldhomesteaddc.com  Alan's  Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/user/hipgnosis2/videos...

It's a tragedy that we lost Ben, But I'm glad to say that his legacy is in good hands. Check out Badmolegacy here (and purchase in the USA):  https://badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop   Purchase Barmo Legacy Barrels in NZ and AUS:  https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/oak   Purchase The Maturation Sticks made by Christopher (USA and NZ warehouse): https://chasethecraft....

Alan Bishop is a distiller, podcaster, YouTuber, and historian.  In this podcast, we get into the nitty gritty of whiskey and absinth history and production.    Spirits Of French Lick:  https://www.spiritsoffrenchlick.com   Alan's Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/user/hipgnosis2/videos   Distillers Talk Podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wa4Z2...

Use my special link zen.ai/chasethecraft and use chasethecraft to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastr After moving from Canada to New Zealand Tom found a passion for home distilling. Eventually vowing to go pro or leave the hobby behind.  He now operates a small distillery named after a legend that ties New Zealand and Canada together.

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I have been using bad motivator barrels for a while now, while none of mine have been filled for that long I have very high hopes for them. Today I got to talk to the man behind the barrel! Texas Distillery Take Over Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/387824241747 Get your own Badmo Barrel Here: https://badmotivatorbarrels.com/?aff=2   Get an exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://No...

Tobias and Johan from ETOH in Denmark explain the technical process of using their Whiskey Reactor to accelerate the ageing process of whisky and rum. They also share the ehtos, convictions and creative flair behind the technique. Find ETOH here: https://etoh.dk Get your own kick ass shirt from into the am: https://www.intotheam.com/chase

Eric runs a farm distillery in upstate New York. He is also fascinated with very old still designs. Could they be viable in the modern world of distilling? Mohawk Spirits: https://mohawkspirits.com Nano Distilling: http://nanodistilling.com/ A short history of the art of distillation (the book mentioned): https://amzn.to/3AiCaoQ

Matt Pietrek helps unpack the interesting history of Royal Navy Rum. From its beginnings in the 1600's through to a point in time, where the British navy had nuclear weapons and dolled out rum regularly to its sailors! Check out Cocktail Wonk and Matt's Book Here: https://cocktailwonk.com/

This week we have Marine and Deon from hang 10 distilling who are using unsold bread to make gin!

Brewbird has been making "behind the scenes" youtube videos from commercial distilleries since she went pro around 2 years ago.  In that time she has worked at 4 distilleries making a range of different products.   Make sure you check out Brewbirds content:  https://www.youtube.com/c/MissBrewbird Chase The Craft Store:  https://chasethecraft.com Adventures In Home Brewing:...

Froth technologies are supplying vibrant liquid yeast cultures to New Zealand's craft beer industry. Ryan and Simon hang out to talk about yeast, cross over between beer and spirits and the industry in general. Froth's Website: https://www.frothtech.co.nz/

Spencer Whelan is the CEO of the Texas Whiskey Trail and the Executive Director of the Texas Whiskey Association. It's an exciting time for Texas Whiskey, we are witnessing the birth of a new whiskey region that punches well above its weight. Spencer talks about how having a "team of rivals" is advantageous to distillers, distilleries, consumers and the progress of whiskey as a whole. https://texa...

Lindsay is a sensory scientist and a founding partner of Sample Ox and Draught Lab. We talk about the software and about the art/science and geekery of sensory evaluation in general.

Its no secret that Ironroot is one of my favourite distilleries. I love their product and the way they go about things. So I invited Robbert back to talk again. This time we cover growing heirloom corn, blending and their barrel program. Ironroot Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ironrootrepublic Ironroot FB: https://www.facebook.com/ironrootwhiskey CTC Support:  https://chasethecraft.com/supp...

What on earth is Botanical Rum? Before this episode, I had no idea what to expect.  Turns out Lunatic And Lovers expression is amazing!  Tune it to hear what it is and how its made with Matt from Lunatic And Lover!  Lunatic And Lover:  https://lunaticandlover.com CTC Support: https://chasethecraft.com/support

Rex Williams is the Media Mastermind behind Whiskey Vault and Whiskey Tribe. Rex has been in the media production for over 20 years and has built up a wealth of skill and experience when it comes to using video production to promote a business. This podcast focuses on how to use video and media production to promote a business, specifically a distillery. Whiskey Vault: https://www.youtube.com/whis...

Bearded and bored has his runs a youtube channel but used to work as a Chef in a range of different establishments.  We sat down to have a talk about how food can fit into a distillery to create a full experience for your customers.   Bearded's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeV6Yuzb5M-ak6dPzTE3grg CTC Support: https://chasethecraft.com/support

Jeff Bradford is the host and creator of Beer, Wine and Spirits  A channel dedicated to travelling the world and learning about the world of beer wine and spirits. Jeff has a long history with the military. When he retired Jeff found a passion for craft beverages and how they are made. So he sold all his stuff and set out to learn everything he could about them. Soon he realised that other pe...

1919 is a craft gin distillery based in Auckland New Zealand. In this episode, Soren (owner/founder) explains the interesting way he started the distillery and shares information about how some of their products were developed including the (world famous in New Zealand) Pineapple Bits Gin. 1919 Distilling:  https://1919distilling.com CTC Support Page:  https://chasethecraft.com/support 1...

Cedar Ridge won ADI's 2017 distillery of the year and are well known for their approachable yet complex bourbon.  As the director of operations, Murphy has an abundance of knowledge to share.   Growing a mostly self-funded family business in a rural area (which operates both a distillery and a winery) presents a unique set of opportunities and risks.  Murphy Talks us through hi...

Sam is the head distilling and head of distilling operations at Starward Distilling in Melbourne Australia.   Starward is making waves internationally with their approachable yet interesting whiskey.  They are doing so by making the most of what they have locally.  Great malt, amazing ex wine barrels and the crazy Melbourne climate.   Their whiskey is available intern...

Neven started distilling Rakia at 8 or 9 years old with his father on his family farm.  Now he is opening a commercial distillery, Kapela Distilling Company.   Not one to take these things lightly Neven has learned from and/or apprenticed with distilleries in England, Scotland and the USA. In this episode, Neven helps us understand the process of making Rakia or Fruit Brandy. &...

Daniel Whittington co-hosts The Whiskey Tribe/Vault with Rex on YouTube.  These channels were so successful they were able to crowdsource their distillery (the crowded barrel) through Patreon. In this episode, we talk about opening a craft distillery.  Sourcing whiskey, making white spirits and get a look behind the scenes at The Crowded Barrel.  Visit The Whiskey Tribe:  https...