Fermented Adventure The Podcast

This episode features Robin Cummiskey of Wallace Dry Goods.Wallace Dry Goods is a non-alcoholic bottle shop. They carry everything from non-alcoholic beer, spirits and wine. Beverages that aren't trying to mimic any alcohol that are delicious and made for adults. They provide the whole drinking experience offering barware and glassware, bitters and mixers to make the drink that you want regardless of the alcohol content. Raise your glass to "Cheers to Choices".www.WallaceDryGoods.com - (484) 413-2003 - 1 W Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003 - InstagramHonorable Mentions:JoniAbstinence Blood Orange BittersweetThe PathfinderAmethyst Non-Alcoholic SpiritsGo BrewingAthletic BrewingArdmore ,PA

This episode features David Kowalski and Monica Kowalski of Lebowski's Kool-Luah.Monica and David opened Lebowski's Taproom in August of 2023. Two months later Monica came across her father's recipe for coffee liqueur. The recipe was considered to be lost and forgotten. What they created from this recipe is one of the best coffee spirits in the world. In April of 2024 they started to offer is to their customers, as well as, their raving fans. Demand for this incredible liqueur continues to skyrocket as they launch and distribute throughout the United States.3240 Centennial BlvdColorado Springs, CO 80907 - 719-374-4987 - www.LebowskisKoolLuah.com - InstagramHonorable Mentions:Blackhat DistilleryLebowski Bar ReykjavíkSunshine PunchThe Blox

In this episode we discuss and taste beers that were inspired by songs, video games and TV shows. We have a lively discussion with beer aficionado Sheik Meah.Honorable Mentions:2SP Brewing Company Evil Genius Beer Co.The Great Delco Pop ConBlink 182Ghostfish Brewing CompanyThomas Hooker BreweryBald Birds Brewing Co.Victory BrewingRetired Wonder WomenDelco BatmanDelco SpidermanJames Stokes

This episode features Matt Hemmings of Sunshine Punch.Sunshine Punch is an extremely versatile orange, rum, cream cocktail. It is a low ABV cocktail at 36 Proof. Sunshine Punch is a nostalgic ready to pour and distinctly unique spirit. This brand was started four years ago but it originated as a thing that was consumed at college parties. www.SunshinePunch.me - InstagramHonorable Mentions:The Bard DistilleryJamison ColdbrewShanky's Whip Hercules MulliganSpec'sTotal Wine & More

In this episode we dive into the rich history of St. Patrick's Day and we learn about Guinness and other traditions of the day.,Honorable Mentions:JamesonRedbreastBushmillsTullamore D.E.W.Teeling WhiskeyBaileys Irish CreamMagnersOrchard ThievesLongueville House CiderO'Hara's BrewerySmithwick'sGalway Bay BreweryWhite Hag Brewery

This episode features the black pioneers in the world of distilled spirits, breweries, wineries, cideries and meaderies.Honorable Mentions:Uncle NerarestDu Nord Social SpiritsPainted Stave DistillingBlack Momma VodkaBrough BrothersPeoples Brewing CompanyTwo Locals BrewingBrown EstateHarlem Wine GalleryDOPE Cider House & WinerySiwani SpiritsRideau VineyardsMonticelloDetroit Farm & CiderZydeco MeaderyBlack Viking MeadNational Black Brewers Association

This episode features presidential spirit habits of their time. It takes a look at how our presidents drank or didn't drink. Honorable Mentions:Steve BashoreGeorge Washington's Mount Vernon DistilleryEpisode 50MonticelloOld Grand DadWild TurkeyJ. Rieger & Co

In this episode we feature the recent rickhouse collapse at Jack Daniel's and other catastrophic events in spirits history.Honorable Mention:Jack Daniel'sBrown-FormanBarton 1792Heaven HillNorth of Scotland DistillingJim BeamBundaberg Distillery

In this episode we highlight the milestones and celebrations happening in the fascinating world of fermentation. Honorable Mentions: Duckhorn Vineyards Decoy Wines Château d'Yquem New Belgium Brewing Fuller's Brewery Maker's Mark Glenfarclas Distillery Casey Jones Distillery Midleton Distillery Woodchuck Hard Cider Redstone Meadery

As we wrap up Dry January we delve into the mystique of Kombucha. Highlights From our Conversation: GT's Kombucha Brew Dr. Kombucha Health-Ade Remedy Kombucha High Point Kombucha Boochy Mama's Kombucha

This episode features a conversation about Burns Night and Douglas Laing & Co's Big Peat. The Whip Tavern

This episode features Mark McDonough and Nathan Santichen of Ferm Foundations. About 3 years ago these childhood friends began selling their kimchi at farmers markets. Nate grew up makingsaurkraut with his family for New Years. They would make about three hundred pounds and give it out to their friends and family. Nate developed a love of fermenting which sent him down a rabbit hole. He made hot sauce, soy sauce and even miso and chocolate. Finally he discovered kimchi. From there he took his expertise and sought to refine and put his stamp on this wonderful fermented creation. Mark provides his experience and knowledge spices and flavors to help add an intense complexity to this Korean icon. Nate and Mark's expressions are like nothing you've ever tried. Crunchy... Tangy... Tremendous! Try it on everything just eat it right out of the jar. www.FermFoundations.com - Instagram Highlights From our Conversation: Nevermore Hot Peobody Heights Brewery Black-Eyed Susan Spice Co. McCormick Spice MOM's Orga

This episode features the history of Dry January, as well as, non-alcohol and low alcohol choices. Honorable Mentions: Nicole Brodeur Alcohol Change UK Lyre's Seedlip Ritual Zero Proof The Pathfinder Kraig Rovensky - Episode 194 Schilling Cider Brooklyn Brewery Weihenstephaner Athletic Brewing Heineken

In this episode we reflect on 2024. Some of the highlights and standout moments from the past year. We share and review Durham Distillery's Conniption Barrel aged gin. We look forward to where our adventures will take us in 2025. Highlights From our Conversation: Durham Distillery Asbury Park Distilling Co. Bar Convent Brooklyn American Distilling Institute Don's Mai Tai Bar Esters Fair Prospect Tikihau Lounge Scotts Mini Woodshop

This episode features Matthew Tarallo of Corte Vetusto Mezcal. Matthew comes from corporate America. His resume lists experiences with Coca-Cola and British American Tobacco. Today he is developing an entity that allows for focusing on creating brands and expanding the footprint and recognition of existing brands. Corte Vetusto Mezcal is their first partnership. This premium mezcal is flavorful, delicious and complex. It's a true expression of craft and dedication to high quality and value. www.CorteVetusto.com - Instagram Highlights From our Discussion: Supercar Owners Circle Holistic Spirits Co. Woody Harrelson Dan Aykroyd Scotts Mini Woodshop

This episode features Patrick Brooks of Tin City Distillery. Tin City Distillery, In Pasa Robles, CA, is "in the heart of a drinking town with a farming problem". After you make world class wine you distill it into brandy. The idea for the distillery came way too late at night while drinking wine. They decided that instead of dumping all of the grape juice down the drain they were going to create brandy from it. The next step was create their own brand and their own distillery. Their still originally came from a 55 gallon Fuji film canister. Today their on their forth still iteration a 375 gallon copper pot still. What you will discover ,when you visit, is a plethora of craft and artisan spirits made collaboratively in and around Tin City. 3064 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 - (805) 286-4453 www.TinCityDistillery.com - Instagram Highlights From our Discussion: Turtle Rock Vineyards Saxum Vineyards George Washington's Mount Vernon Distillery Tin City Documentary BarrelHouse Brewing Co. Firestone W

This episode features Damin Sawyer of Bone N' Bottle Reviews and Pete Endres of Bird Dog Cider. Bone N' Bottle Reviews is a mashup of hard cider and chicken wings. Damin came into cider into 2014. He discovered the perfect pairing for cider was chicken wings. Pete owns and operates Bird Dog Cider in New Hampshire. It resides on and small farm which boasts and orchard and tasting room. The cider bug bit Pete very early on. He grew up on an apple farm in Western New York. Apples are in his blood. Cider really took hold of him when he was in his thirties. Our discussion takes a journey through the current cider industry, what is happening at Bird Dog Cider and all things chicken wings. Bone N' Bottle Reviews www.BirdDogCider.com - 150 Bayside Rd, Greenland, NH 03840 - (603) 303-6214 - Instagram Highlights From our Conversation: Ploughman Cider Original Sin Cider The Pollinators Archibald's Cider Con J. Timothy's Taverne The Elbow Room Spirit of 77

In this episode we explore the history and magic Drambuie. Be sure to visit our Instagram page to see the cocktail, the Hey Jonnie Cope, being made.

This episode features Mark Simmonds of Broken Shed Vodka. It was in 2009 that two Americans came down to Lake Wanaka on holiday. They fell in love with New Zealand. They were drinking vodka martini's with Mark and the asked the question. "Why are we drinking these with imported vodka?" Mark has twenty five plus years of experience under his belt making booze. Conversations ensued and a plan was created to take vodka made in New Zealand to the United States market. They developed a recipe for their vodka that is produced from whey. Through product development and trial and error, the resounding favorite, in the shed was the iteration that we enjoy today. Drink it straight, in your favorite cocktail or try making your own infusion. P.O. Box 829, Wanaka 9343 New Zealand - www.BrokenShed.com - Instagram Highlights From our Discussion: Chopin Vodka Wanaka Lake Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

This episode features Dr. Pat Heist of Wilderness Trail Distillery. Wilderness Trail Distillery is the culmination of expertise that began as a fermentation company. Shane Baker and Pat Heist started Ferm Solutions, a fermentation company that services hundreds of distilleries. It was the knowledge that they gained through working with distilleries and breweries that led them to open Wilderness Trail. They are a very scientific minded distillery that pulls its working comprehension and skillfulness from their years of experiences. They are the "Science Guys" of bourbon making outstanding whiskey that will continue to set the benchmark for years to come. 4095 Lebanon Rd, Danville, KY 40422 - (859) 402-8707 - www.WildernessTrailDistillery.com - Instagram Highlights From our Discussion: Kentucky Bourbon Trail Limestone Branch Distillery Four Roses Distillery Moonshine University James Beam Institute Kentucky Distillers Association Savannah Bananas Drew Mayville Ted Talk