The 1st US Producer of Ouzo (Episode 5 ft. Barry & Lisa Butler)

Welcome back to the chaos (this time, it is barrel-aged and slightly buzzed). In this episode, we sit down with Barry and Lisa Butler from Tarpon Springs Distillery, and Cindy Haynes from Eraser Farm. This Florida craft distillery is known for bold innovation, award-winning spirits, and has magically transformed a historic sponge warehouse into a hub for cocktail culture and live music.Our conversation dives deep into their journey from touring small batch distilleries to opening their own, crafting unique spirits like smoked mullet gin, Greek-style ouzo, and high proof moonshine that locals and visitors alike love. We cover how they turned COVID-era pivots into opportunities, mastered the science of distilling, and built a loyal community of fans and customers.🥃Inside this episode:- Why smoked mullet belongs in gin and why it actually works- How they turned pandemic panic into cocktail creativity- The science behind distilling flavor and building award-winning spirits- Creating a community hub where history and high proof meetThis episode is perfect for anyone obsessed with craft spirits, small batch whiskey, cocktail innovation, foodie culture, entrepreneurial storytelling, and anyone who loves a “did they really do that?!” story.