Winebow Spirits Sessions
Have you ever wondered what goes on inside the mind of the beverage experts that bring your favorite spirits to your glass? Take a look behind the scenes of the spirits industry through candid conversations with masters on all things spirits and the art of sipping with intention. Hosted by Pablo Madrigal, Spirits Specialist for Winebow Fine Wine & Spirits,
Episodes
16 episodes
Brandon Cummins with High N' Wicked Whiskey & Altamar Brands | Part 2
In this engaging conversation, Brandon Cummins shares his journey through the world of spirits, discussing his experiences with tequila and whiskey, the importance of traditional production methods, and the exciting developments at High N' Wick...
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1:01:31
Brandon Cummins with High N' Wicked Whiskey & Altamar Brands | Part 1
In this engaging conversation, Brandon Cummins and I explore the world of spirits, blending, and the personal journeys that led us to our current roles in the industry. We discuss Brandon's emotional connections to his brands, and the imp...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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1:02:25
Mhairi Volsgen from Brovo Spirits | Part 2
In this conversation, Mhairi delves into the story behind Brovo Spirits name and creative philosophy; emphasizing the importance of collaboration, creativity, and advocacy in the distilling industry. We talk about the personalities that became ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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51:19
Mhairi Volsgen from Brovo Spirits | Part 1
Mhair Volsgen, founder of Brovo Spirits shares her background and journey from architecture to the spirits industry. She discusses the most pivotal moments in her career and the moment she decided to start a distillery. Mhairi emphasizes the im...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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55:49
Jacopo Poli from Poli Distillerie | Part 2
In this conversation, Jacopo Poli discusses the evolution of grappa production at the Poli Distillerie, combining traditional methods with modern technology. The distillery now uses three different technologies to distill grappa, allowing for e...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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42:58
Jacopo Poli from Poli Distillery | Part 1
In this special episode, I get a rare opportunity to talk with Jacopo Poli in person. Jacopo shares the history of his family's distillery and the tradition of grappa production in Bassano de Grappa. He discusses the challenges faced by artisan...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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56:59
Misty Kalkofen from Suro Imports | Part 2
In this conversation, Misty Kalkofen discusses her role at Suro Imports and the importance of education and conversation in the spirits industry. She also talks about her work at Liquid Productions and her involvement in the Bar 5 Day program. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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37:59
Misty Kalkofen from Suro Imports | Part 1
In this conversation, Misty Kalkofen shares her journey in the hospitality industry and how she discovered her passion for cocktails. She talks about her early bartending experiences in Boston and the influence of her mentor, Brother Cleve and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:12:14
Elena Urbani from Mancino Vermouth & Rinomato | Part 2
This is the second part of my chat with Elena Urbani, the brand ambassador for Mancino Vermouth, Rinomato Aperitivo and Lucano Amaro. This time around. Elena shares her journey from bartending to becoming an ambassador. She discuss...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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39:57
Elena Urbani from Mancino Vermouth & Rinomato | Part 1
In this conversation, I interview Elena Urbani, the brand ambassador for Mancino Vermouth, Rinomato Aperitivo and Lucano Amaro. We discuss the popularity of vermouth in Italy and its different styles, the misconceptions about vermouth, the resu...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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43:18
The Godfather of Winebow Spirits. Richard Driscoll | Part 2
What are Richard and Pablo drinking? Is it green tea, whiskey, tequila, or both? They touch on the future of the industry, and the importance of staying ahead of trends. Richard shares insights on how Winebow is diversifying into spirits ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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45:52
The Godfather of Winebow Spirits. Richard Driscoll | Part 1
Richard Driscoll, head of Spirits Business Developments and former EVP of Spirits for Winebow National, discusses his journey in the spirits industry and the growth of Winebow's spirits portfolio from it's inception more than 30 years ago. He s...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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50:11
The Art of Tasting Spirits with Monique Huston | Part 2
In this conversation, Monique and Pablo discuss the importance of tasting and how to drink like a professional. They highlight the challenges of controlling consumption as port of the job and the need for responsible drinking at trade sho...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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40:16
The Art of Tasting Spirits with Monique Huston | Part 1
In this conversation, Pablo and Monique discuss the art of tasting and drinking with intention. Monique shares her journey in tasting, starting with her first experience of tasting a 40-year-old Scotch that opened her mind to the possibilities ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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42:02
The Past, Present and Future of Spirits with Dan Searing | Part 2
On the second part of our conversation, Dan Searing and I look at our primary topic through a whiskey soaked lens. The conversation explores the evolution of whiskey in the consciousness of modern consumers and utilizes rye whiskey as a key exa...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:51
The Past, Present and Future of Spirits with Dan Searing | Part 1
In this conversation, Dan Searing discusses his journey in the spirits industry and the evolution of the industry over the years. He shares his background in music and how it influenced his passion for spirits. The conversation explores the evo...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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49:29