Whiskey Provisioner

Join So-Han, Randall, and Richard for an intimate tea and whiskey-tasting experience at So-Han's tea house. In this episode, they dive into the world of red tea, specifically the sun-dried Gamma Ray variety, and pair it with a special 100% malted wheat whiskey from Cedar Ridge, bottled by Lost Lantern. So-Han explains the differences between red tea and black tea and shares insights into the B...

Join So-Han from West China Tea, Richard the Whiskey Provisioner, Ryan, and Cory as they dive into a captivating conversation about barbecue, whiskey, and tea. Ryan shares his insights on the art of smoking brisket and the importance of consistency in barbecue. The group then explores the nuances of various barbecue spots in Austin, TX. As the discussion shifts to whiskey, Ryan opens up about his...

Balcones Distilling's Emma Crandall joins us at West China Tea for a unique tasting experience, pairing whiskey with aged Pu'er and Oolong teas. We explore the parallels between tea and whiskey production, from fermentation to aging, and discover how different teas can bring out surprising flavors in whiskey. Emma introduces Balcones' newest release, Mirador Eclipse, which features a u...

Join Richard, So-Han, and special guest Ryan for an engaging conversation about the shared experiences and memories evoked by tea and whiskey. In this episode, So-Han introduces a delicate Silver Needle white tea, sharing the story of how his first encounter with the art of Gong Fu Cha transformed tea from a mere beverage to a lifestyle. Ryan brings a special bottle of Teeling Single Malt Irish Wh...

Join Richard, So-Han, and special guest Randall, the Whiskey Shaman, for an enlightening conversation about the world of tea and spirits. In this episode, So-Han introduces a rare purple white tea, discussing its unique harvesting process and the concept of seed-propagated plants. Randall brings a special apple brandy from the Spirits of French Lick distillery in Indiana, sharing its fascinating h...

Join Richard, the Whiskey Shaman, and their rum-loving friend as they dive into the captivating world of rum in this intriguing episode of their podcast. From the basics of what defines rum to the fascinating variations and regional influences that shape this diverse spirit, the trio explores the complexities and delights of rum with infectious enthusiasm. Discover the surprising lack of regulatio...

Are you a whiskey lover, tea enthusiast, or simply curious about the artistry behind these timeless drinks? In this captivating episode of the Whiskey Provisioner podcast, join whiskey aficionados Ryan and Richard and tea connoisseur So-Han as they delve into the rich histories, unique flavors, and personal stories that connect these two beloved beverages. From Ryan's nostalgic tales of his gr...

Join us for a fascinating discussion on the intersection of Texas whiskey and Chinese tea culture. Jake, the director of the Texas Whiskey Trail, shares his passion for promoting the Lone Star State's burgeoning whiskey scene. We explore the unique terroir and experimental spirit of Texas distilleries, while drawing parallels with the farm-direct tea sourcing philosophy. Highlights include tas...

Join us for a delightful conversation blending whiskey and tea! In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Stephen Coronna from Compass Box Whisky. Stephen takes us on a journey through their latest limited edition "Art and Decadence," a masterful blend of scotch whiskeys aged and finished in a variety of casks. As we sip and savor this decadent dram, the discussion explores the...

Join Jake, Richard, and So-Han as they dive into a delightful discussion about whiskey and tea pairings at the West China Tea House. In this episode, they sample a unique single malt whiskey finished in orange muscat brandy barrels, providing an intriguing "orange creamsicle" flavor. Sohan complements it with an aged white tea, revealing the nuances of how tea evolves over time. The conv...

Join Marshall from Rough Spirits, Richard from Whiskey Provisioner, and So-Han from West China Tea as they dive deep into rum and tea. In this episode, they sample two rums from Rum JM in Martinique - one from volcanic soil that gives it intense flavor and character, and a more blended version that still has nice flavors but is more approachable. So-Han draws parallels to how terroir affects tea,...

In this episode, Stephen Coronna of Compass Box joins us to discuss his journey into the world of tea and whiskey. We dive into the importance of avoiding snobbery and gatekeeping when exploring new beverages, and instead embracing an open and unpretentious approach. Stephen shares his early experiences with loose leaf tea at Teavana, which sparked his passion despite the hefty prices. We also exp...

Join Jake Clements from the Texas Whiskey Festival, Richard Amiro, and So-Han from West China Tea as they explore the world of whiskey and tea pairings. Jake brings a special whiskey blend — Tejas Collaboration: Shire rye whiskey finished in a rum barrel, and Richard brought the Crowded Barrel Distillery annual Texas Whiskey Festival blend featuring bourbon from multiple Texas distilleries. So-Han...

In this episode, they explore the smokey world of peated whiskeys and smoked teas. So-Han brings a fermented smokey black tea called "Hei Cha" from Hunan province, while Stephen introduces the iconic Peat Monster whisky from Compass Box. Get ready for a captivating discussion on the art of smoking teas and malting peated whiskeys, complete with insightful details on the terroir of peat,...

Join rum expert Marshall, tea whisperer So-Han, and whiskey sommelier Richard for a unique tasting experience as they pair premium rums with rare Chinese teas. In this relaxed yet informative session filmed at the West China Tea House in Austin, TX, Marshall takes us on a rum journey across the Americas while So-Han brews up an ultraviolet red tea to complement the complex flavors. We get an insid...

Join us for a fascinating conversation exploring the parallels between fine Scotch whisky and Chinese tea! Richard and So-Han from Whiskey Provisioner and West China Tea host Stephen Caronna from Compass Box Scotch Whiskymaker to discuss the art of blending. They dive deep into the nuances of blended Scotch whisky categories like blended malts, blended grains, and the famed blended Scotch itself....

Join hosts So-Han and Richard as they share an in-depth tea and rum tasting experience with special guest Marshall, a rum expert. In this video, Marshall introduces a rare 20 year old La Maison & Velier rum from Trinidad which he describes in detail, including tasting notes like exotic vanilla and tropical fruit. Sohan shares a special aged fermented tea called Black Lodge from 1990, comparing...

Join rum connoisseur Marshall as he explores the world of funky and flavorful rums with master tea server So-Han and Whiskey Provisioner Richard! In this episode, So-Han brews a fermented Pu'er tea stuffed into a mandarin orange skin for a unique flavor experience. Marshall then introduces some rare rums, explaining the complex blends and tasting notes. We learn about the history of rum ration...

Join Whiskey Provisioner Richard, whiskey distiller Davin, and tea importer So-Han as they sit down to enjoy some fine spirits and have an enlightening discussion about their crafts. Davin shares his journey into distilling and making unique whiskies like his annual "Totem" release. He explains his innovative techniques like using local Texas ingredients and even wild boar meat in the di...