Whiskey Provisioner

Tea & Whiskey: A Match Made in Flavor Heaven Join Richard and So-Han at West China Tea as they welcome back Chris from 10th Mountain Whiskey for another exciting round of tea and whiskey pairings! In this episode: So-Han introduces a special Shu Pu'erh tea, a fermented variety known for its earthy and complex flavors. Chris shares 10th Mountain Whiskey's Single Malt, both the standard...

Tea & Whiskey Pairings: 10th Mountain Rye & Sheng Pu'er from a Whiskey Barrel In this episode of Tea & Whiskey, Richard & So-Han are joined by Chris from 10th Mountain Whiskey for another exciting round of pairings! Highlights: So-Han brews a unique Sheng Pu'er tea that's been aged in a whiskey barrel, offering a fascinating blend of flavors. Chris showcases 10th Mounta...

Join us at West China Tea for a unique tasting experience as we explore the connection between whiskey and tea! We're joined by Christopher Rice from 10th Mountain Whiskey, who shares the captivating history of the 10th Mountain Division and how their legacy inspires their craft. Discover: The heartwarming story behind 10th Mountain Whiskey and its connection to the brave soldiers of the 10th...

Join Richard, So-Han, and special guest Caleb Rhoades from Texas Whiskey Geek for an exciting exploration of Texas whiskey and fine Chinese teas. In this episode: Tea Time with So-Han: So-Han introduces a premium red tea from Guizhou, China, and explains its unique characteristics and processing methods. Whiskey Wisdom with Caleb: Caleb dives into the nuances of whiskey pricing, rarity, and the im...

Richard and So-Han, are back with a new episode! They're joined by Caleb Rhoades from Texas Whiskey Geek, who has brought along some special whiskeys to pair with tea. In this episode, they dive into the world of "dead" whiskeys and teas, exploring the unique flavors and stories behind these rare finds. First up, they sample a Whitmire's single malt whiskey from a distillery that...

In this episode of Whiskey Provisioner, hosts Richard and So-Han welcome back the charismatic Daniel Whittington for an unscripted, intimate conversation about whiskey and tea. The trio explores the nuanced world of oolong tea, with So-Han offering expert insights into its production and characteristics. Daniel shares the story behind his unique whiskey blend, the Magnificent Beast Jackalope, deta...

In this episode of Whiskey Provisioner, hosts Richard and So-Han welcome back special guest Daniel Whittington for an in-depth exploration of whiskey and tea. The trio delves into the intricacies of tea production, focusing on Pu-erh tea and its fermentation process, drawing fascinating parallels with whiskey making. Daniel shares his expertise on Irish whiskey and introduces a special Speyside si...

In this episode of Whiskey Provisioner, Richard and So-Han welcome special guest Daniel Whittington, Chancellor of the Wizard Academy. The trio explores the nuances of Irish whiskey, particularly Powers, while So-Han introduces them to the world of Sheng Pu'er tea. We discuss:  Daniel's recent honor as a Kentucky Colonel  The unique characteristics of Irish pot still whiskey  Tasting techn...

Come with us on a behind-the-scenes tour of Real Ale Brewing Company and Real Spirits Distilling in Blanco, Texas! In this video, we explore how this popular brewery expanded into whiskey production, creating unique spirits from their signature beers. Our host Richard, along with special guest James from Garrison Brothers Distillery, gets a guided tour from Aaron, the Real Spirits distiller. Get a...

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Ty and Moose from Andalusia Distillery in Blanco, Texas. In this candid interview, we dive into the world of American Single Malt whiskey, exploring Andalusia's unique approach to crafting spirits using Texas-grown ingredients and rainwater. Highlights include: A tasting of Andalusia's upcoming Palo Duro release Insights into the distilling process...

Join us for another exciting episode at West China Tea as we welcome Shannon Hood, the "Pourly Educated" whiskey expert, for a unique tasting experience combining fine teas and bourbon. In this episode, we explore: Shannon's journey into the whiskey industry and her "Pourly Educated" brand A 2015 aged white tea from Fuding, Fujian, paired with various bourbons Baker's 7...

Join us for an exciting tasting session featuring West China Tea, Whiskey Provisioner, and Shannon Hood from Iron Root Republic! In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of award-winning Texas bourbon and pair it with an equally prestigious green tea. Highlights include: Tasting Iron Root Republic's Harbinger and Promethean whiskeys Sampling Taiping Houkui, a rare and expensive green...

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring some of the pioneers of Texas whiskey! Hosted by Jake Clements, this video brings together distillers from Ranger Creek, Ironroot Republic, Treaty Oak, Balcones, and Garrison Brothers to share their journeys in the whiskey industry. Hear firsthand accounts of how these distillers got started, the challenges they faced, and how they adapted to Texa...

Join us for another exciting episode of Whiskey Provisioner! In this installment, we welcome special guest Shannon Hood, a bourbon expert from Ironroot Republic Distillery. Shannon shares her passion for bourbon, including a rare 20-year-old Jim Beam whiskey with signatures from Freddie, Fred, and Baker Beam. Host So-Han pairs this exceptional bourbon with a 1999 Fu Zhuan tea from Hunan, China (ht...

Join tea expert So-Han from West China Tea, distiller C.J. from Still Austin Whiskey Co., and host Richard for an exciting exploration of rare whiskeys and aged white tea. So-Han introduces a special 2013 white tea brick called "Date Night," explaining its unique processing and aging characteristics. He discusses the philosophy of embracing the ephemeral nature of tea and whiskey, highli...

Join us as we explore Wilson Valley Mercantile, a unique farm-to-bottle distillery in Texas. Fifth-generation farmer John and his family have transformed their 157-year-old family farm into a thriving whiskey operation. In this video, we take a behind-the-scenes tour of the distillery, learning about: The farm's rich history dating back to 1866 How modern farming techniques help sustain the fa...

Join tea expert So-Han from West China Tea, distiller C.J. from Still Austin Whiskey Co., and host Richard for an in-depth exploration of rye whiskey and rare Chinese tea. So-Han introduces a unique red tea called Hong Ho Kuei (Red Monkey Chief), a variant of the famous Taiping Houkui green tea from Anhui province. He explains the tea's origins, processing methods, and how different mountain s...

Join tea expert So-Han from West China Tea, distiller C.J. from Still Austin Whiskey Co., and Richard from Whiskey Provisioner for an in-depth discussion about the art and science of craft distilling and a tasting of their innovative rye whiskeys. C.J. shares fascinating details about Still Austin's grain-to-glass philosophy, working with Texas-grown grains and local artists to create truly un...

Join tea expert So-Han from West China Tea, Richard of Whiskey Provisioner, and distiller Moose Allen from Andalusia Distilling for an engaging discussion about Moose's journey into the world of craft distilling and a tasting of their special heavily peated single malt whiskey finished in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks. Moose shares his fascinating story of transitioning from a career in paint equ...

Join us for another exciting episode as we delve into the world of American single-malt whiskey and aged pu-erh tea. Our special guest, Randall from the Whiskey Shaman podcast, joins us to taste and discuss Colkegan's unique bottled-in-bond single malt from Santa Fe Spirits in New Mexico. We learn about the fascinating story behind Colkegan and its founder, Colin Kegan, who started his journey...

Join tea expert So-Han, distiller Moose Allen from Andalusia Distilling, and Richard Amiro for an intriguing tasting of artisanal American single malt whiskey and rare "duck shit" oolong tea from China. So-Han introduces the fascinating story behind the tea's unique name, a form of intellectual property protection used by the original farmer to prevent others from stealing his prized...

We welcome back Balcones Distilling's Emma Crandall to explore the world of Laphroaig with Whiskey Provisioner's Richard Amiro and West China Tea's So-Han. Emma and So-Han share their personal journeys with Laphroaig, a beloved Islay single malt known for its distinctive smoky and peaty character. We delve into two expressions: the classic Laphroaig 10 Year Old and the newer Laphroaig...

Join tea expert So-Han, special guest Moose from Andalusia Distilling, and Richard from Whiskey Provisioner for a fascinating discussion and tasting of artisanal rum and wild red tea from China. Moose shares his journey as a distiller and musician, and how he earned his unique nickname. So-Han introduces the traditional Chinese tea ceremony, brewing a rare wild red tea from Sichuan using a special...

Join us for a unique tasting experience as we explore the fascinating world of rice whiskey and sticky rice pu-erh tea. In this episode, we're excited to try JT Meleck's single barrel, cask-strength rice whiskey from Louisiana, paired with a 2021 vintage sticky rice pu-erh tea. Our guest, Randall, shares the intriguing story behind JT Meleck's whiskey, which is made from rice grown on...

Balcones Distilling's Emma Crandall returns to explore more unique combinations with West China Tea's Sohan. We dive into Balcones' latest release, Pilgrimage, a distillery-exclusive Texas single malt with a fascinating story. Pilgrimage is made by distilling unpeated Golden Promise Scottish barley immediately after a peated single malt run. The residual phenolic oils from the peated r...