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Distilling the West
by Distilling the West
Our mission is to explore exceptionally made craft spirits from the western US. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook @DistillingtheWest and reach us by email at [email protected].
Episodes
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107 : Interview with Woody Creek Distillers
On this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Stephen Julander, Senior Operations Manager at Woody Creek Distillers. Stephen shares his background, how he found his way into the spirits industry, and what his role looks like today at Woody Creek. They dig into the day-to-day...
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106 : Interview with Woolf Agave and O’Neill Distillers
On this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Stuart Woolf of Woolf Agave and Erik Ettner of O’Neill Distillers & Vintners to explore the rapidly growing world of American agave spirits. They dive into what it takes to grow agave, the challenges and opportunities of farming…
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105 : Interview with Gatto Rivera
On this special episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave are joined by special guest host Oliver Hutton for a fascinating conversation with Tim Gatto and Antonio Rivera of Gatto Rivera Design Studio. As they sip through a few bottles that Tim and Antonio helped bring to life, the group dives...
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104 : Interview with Chas Marsh of Jackson Hole Still Works
On this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Chas Marsh of Jackson Hole Still Works in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. They talk about the distillery, its approach to crafting distinctive spirits, and the inspiration behind its lineup. Along the way, they taste through an amaro, a...
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103 : Interview with Anna Mantheakis of Bubble Cap Consulting
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Anna Mantheakis of Bubble Cap Consulting for a conversation packed with insight, experience, and a truly unique perspective on spirits. Anna shares her background in the industry, what led her to consulting, and how Bubble Cap…
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102 : Interview with Kimberlee and Tanya form Jetty Wave Distillery
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Tanya Slye and Kimberlee Weaver of Jettywave Distillery in beautiful Half Moon Bay, California. They talk about what makes Half Moon Bay such a special coastal destination, the inspiration behind Jettywave, and the creativity that...
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101 : Interview with Dave Smith - St. George Spirits
On this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Dave Smith, Head Distiller and Co-Owner of St. George Spirits out of Alameda, California. This interview is an incredible conversation about how intention is behind everything that is done at St. George. Dave talks about how sense...
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100 : Interview #2 with Mark Stell from Bird Creek
It’s a milestone episode for Distilling the West — Dan and Dave are celebrating their 100th episode with a very special guest: Mark Stell from Bird Creek Distillery. Mark was the very first interview on the show, so having him back for episode 100 makes this one extra meaningful. The guys sit…
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099: Tasting Talk - Charbay Espresso Martini RTD
Wanting a delicious espresso martini with a perfect foam crema without having to putting all the ingredients together yourself? Then look no further than Charbay’s Espresso Martini RTD! Raise a glass with us as we dive into Charbay’s soon-to-launch Espresso Martini RTD. This ready-to-drink…
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098 : Inside the ACSA Convention with Dan and Dave
In this episode, Dan and Dave recap their experience attending the ACSA Convention in Sacramento. They share stories from the event, including the people they met, the conversations they had, and the highlights from the convention floor. They also talk about the different spirits they tasted…
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097: Tasting Talk - Wheyward Spirit
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave dive into a unique tasting talk featuring Wheyward Spirit—a truly one-of-a-kind distillate made from whey, the byproduct of cheese production. This innovative spirit flips traditional distilling on its head, transforming what was once waste…
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096: Interview with Las Vegas Distillery
Can quality aged spirits be made in the deserts of Las Vegas? Hell yeah! In today’s episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Jonny VerPlanck, master distiller at Las Vegas Distillery, for a conversation about craft spirits, desert aging, and the unique approach behind the...
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095: Tasting Talk - Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey Aged 6 Years
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down for a Tasting Talk focused on Woodinville Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Aged 6 Years). They explore the whiskey’s character, breaking down its notes of caramel, vanilla, oak, and spice, and share their impressions on how the six years of...
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094: Interview with Dry Land Distillery
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Nels Wroe of Dry Land Distillers from Longmont, Colorado to explore a truly distinctive approach to craft spirits rooted in the high-desert landscape of Colorado. Nels shares the philosophy behind Dry Land, emphasizing locally...
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093: Tasting Talk - Doc Swinson’s Alter Ego
In this Tasting Talk episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave pour a glass of Doc Swinson’s Alter Ego and dive into what makes this whiskey stand out. From flavor notes to overall impressions, they break down the experience and share whether this unique expression lives up to the hype. The...
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092: Interview with Kō Hana Distillers
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave head to the islands—virtually—where they sit down with Tiffany Tubon and Nick Sadowski of Kō Hana Rum, crafting exceptional agricole-style rum in Kunia, Hawaii. Kō Hana is redefining American rum by starting at the source—growing and harvesting...
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091: Tasting Talk - Alchemy Distillery - Mash Confusion
On this episode of Distilling the West, it’s time for another Tasting Talk. Dan and Dave dive into Boldt Mash Confusion from Alchemy Distillery out of Arcata, California, breaking down its flavors, character, and what makes it stand out. Alchemy took a kitchen sink approach to this whiskey,...
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090: Interview with Montgomery Distillery
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Ryan Montgomery, founder of Montgomery Distillery in Missoula, Montana. The conversation kicks off with a little Montana weather talk before diving into Ryan’s approach to crafting distinctive spirits and the philosophy behind his...
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089: Tasting Talk - Alchemy Distillery - Bottled in Bond Quinoa Whiskey
Bet you’ve never tried quinoa whiskey! In this Tasting Talk episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave pour a glass of Alchemy Distillery’s Bottled in Bond Quinoa Whiskey. Made from the ancient grain quinoa and produced under the strict standards of Bottled-in-Bond whiskey, this unique spirit...
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088: Interview with the American Craft Spirits Association
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Stephanie Sadri and Caitlin Bartlemay from the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) to talk all things craft spirits and the highly anticipated ACSA Convention & Expo happening April 17–18 in Sacramento, California. They dive...
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087: Remastered Remix of Bird Creek Distillery
This remastered remix of our very first episode takes us back to where it all began. We revisit our conversation with Mark Stell of Bird Creek Distillery in Portland, Oregon, exploring the world of American Single Malt whiskey in the Western United States. Bird Creek represents the spirit of the...
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086: Kōloa Rum
This episode marks a first: Distilling The West’s debut interview with a Hawaiian distillery - and we’re diving into rum. In this episode, Dan and Dave sit down with Robert Ramer, the Chief Operating Officer of Kōloa Rum in Kauai, Hawaii. The conversation explores what makes Kōloa Rum unique—from...
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085: Tasting Talk - San Diego Distillery French Oak Staved 9yo Bourbon
Do you like French oak finished bourbon? In this new tasting talk, Dan and Dave dive into San Diego Distillery’s French oak stave finished bourbon bottled at cask strength 112 proof. It’s an exceptional example of what French oaked bourbon can be, it delivers bold peppery sandalwood spice from an...
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084: Blind Tasting - Rye January
Which rye whiskey from the western United States will take the top spot? To wrap up Rye January, Dan and Dave dive into a blind tasting of five rye whiskeys from the western United States to see how they stack up when labels, hype, and price tags are stripped away. The guys have tasted some…
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083: Tasting Talk - Haystack Needle
Dan took a little trip out to Mare Island in Vallejo, California and got a tour of Redwood Empire’s new Distillery and Whiskey bar and picked up something special. In this Tasting Talk episode, Dan and Dave focus on tasting notes and impressions of Haystack Needle Bourbon from Redwood Empire...
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082: Desert Diamond Distillery
On this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with John and Deborah Patt from Desert Diamond Distillery, out of Kingman, Arizona, the first Arizona distillery featured on the podcast. They talk about the origins of the distillery, how it came to be, and what it takes to operate a...
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081: Cocktail Hour - Manhattan
On this Cocktail Hour from Distilling the West, Dan is joined by guest host Oliver as they dive into one of the most iconic cocktails of all time—the Manhattan. From its storied origins to the balance between whiskey, vermouth, and bitters, they explore what makes a Manhattan timeless, debate rye...
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80: Happy New Year
On this special year-end episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave take a moment to reflect on an incredible year. They thank all of the guests who joined them behind the mic, as well as the listeners who tuned in, shared episodes, and supported the show throughout the year. The conversation...
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79: Pod Share With Bottle S.H.O.C.K.
In this episode of Distilling the West, we’re joined by guest hosts Oliver Hutton and Travis Cardoso from CASKS & CORKS for a relaxed but detailed tasting that focuses heavily on process and how it shows up in the glass. Today’s tasting lineup includes: Charbay Distillery 24 year old Brandy...
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78: Tasting Talk - Branch Point Distillery - Rare & Limited Oloroso Cask Finish
In this new Tasting Talk, Dan is joined by guest host Oliver as they dive into a special release from Branch Point Distillery — the Rare & Limited Oloroso Cask Finish. They explore how the Oloroso sherry cask shapes the whiskey’s aroma, flavor, and strikingly dark color, discussing what that…
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077: Charbay Distillery
On today’s episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Marko Karakasevic — the 13th-generation master distiller behind Charbay Distillery. Marko shares the extraordinary history of the Karakasevic family, whose distilling lineage spans centuries. He talks about how this heritage...
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076: Tasting Talk - Bainbridge – Wheat Whiskey Hokkaido Mizunara Cask Finish
In this new Tasting Talk session, Dan and Dave dig into a compelling bottle from Bainbridge Organic Distillers: the Battle Point Wheat Whiskey finished in Hokkaido Mizunara Casks. They explore how Bainbridge takes its organic wheat whiskey and finishes it in Hokkaido-grown Mizunara oak, creating…
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075: Cocktail Hour - Old Fashioned
Ever wonder about the history of the Old Fashioned cocktail? In this new episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave introduce a fresh segment: Cocktail Hour. For its debut, they dive into one of the most iconic drinks in American cocktail history—the Old Fashioned. They explore how this simple...
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074: Tasting Talk - The Distillarium Riveter Rye
In this Tasting Talk, Dan and Dave sit down with a glass of The Distillarium Riveter Rye — a bold and balanced rye whiskey out of Yakima, Washington that pays tribute to hard work and heritage. They explore its aroma, flavor, and finish, share stories of their interview with the distillery, and…
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073 : Cash Butte Distillery
Dave is flying solo this week while Dan is out sick, and he’s joined by Julia Bringolf from Cash Butte Distillery in Royal City, Washington. Cash Butte operates on the grounds of Royal Bluff Orchards, where apples have been grown since the early 1980s. The distillery was founded to bring back the...
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072: Tasting Talk - High West Double Rye Grenache
In this new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West, Dan and Dave dive into High West Double Rye aged in a Grenache barrel — a fascinating twist on one of High West’s most popular whiskeys. They explore how the finishing in Grenache wine casks adds a layer of fruit-forward complexity to the classic…
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071 : Tasting Talk - Hinterhaus Trapper's Oath
This is a new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West where Dan and Dave sit down with a bottle of Hinterhaus Distilling’s Trapper’s Oath, a bold and complex rye whiskey that captures the rugged spirit of the Sierra Nevada. Made from a sourced Canadian rye whiskey, Trapper’s Oath is further aged to…
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070 : Venus Spirits
This is a new episode of Distilling the West featuring Venus Spirits out of Santa Cruz, California. Dan and Dave sit down with founder and head distiller Sean Venus to explore his path from the world of brewing to launching one of California’s standout craft distilleries. Sean shares how his...
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069: Tasting Talk - Frey Ranch Cask Strength Bourbon CA Costco Members Pick
Welcome to Distilling the West, the podcast where we explore the stories, people, and spirits that define craft distilling across the American West. This week, your hosts Dan Machek and Dave Wolper sip on Frey Ranch Cask Strength Bourbon Hand Selected for CA Costco Members. This big baby comes in...
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068: Brucato Amaro
Today’s episode of Distilling the West features a conversation with Brucato Amaro from San Francisco, California. Dan and Dave sit down with Sierra Clark, the co-founder, to talk about the inspiration and craftsmanship behind their lineup of amaros. Sierra shares the story of how Brucato came to...
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067: Tasting Talk - Distillarium Techno Triticale Whiskey
In this new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with a pour of Distillarium’s Techno Trit, a whiskey that immediately grabs their attention. From the first sip, they recognize the thoughtful craftsmanship behind it — a spirit that balances bold flavors with smooth...
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066: Hotaling & Co.
In this new episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave welcome Kevin Aslan from Hotaling & Co., one of San Francisco’s most historic and innovative spirits companies. The conversation takes listeners on a wide-ranging journey through Hotaling’s diverse portfolio, beginning with Junipero, a…
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065: Tasting Talk - 503 single barrel bourbon
This is a new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West where Dan and Dave dive into 503 Distilling’s Single Barrel Bourbon. Right from the first sip, vanilla shines through as the standout note, giving the whiskey a rich and inviting character. They explore how the single barrel expression brings…
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064: The Perks of Cognac
In this new episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave welcome a special guest, Logan Perkins, the creator of the popular social media page The Perks of Cognac. Together, they dive deep into the world of cognac, comparing different expressions, exploring tasting notes, and discussing how cognac...
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063: Tasting Talk - Woodinville 9yr Bourbon
This is a new Tasting Talk where Dan and Dave taste Woodinville’s newest release — a 9-Year-Old Bourbon. Right away, they note the especially dark color, a sign of its long aging, and dive into the rich flavors and depth that nearly a decade in oak brings. They share their impressions of how this...
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062: 503 Distilling
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan is away on vacation, so Dave takes the reins for a one-on-one conversation with Dave Schleef, co-founder of 503 Distilling out of Portland, Oregon. Known for their creativity and bold flavors, 503 has carved out a space in the world of RTDs...
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061: Tasting Talk - San Diego Distillery Mizunara staved bourbon
In this new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West, Dan and Dave enjoy a special pour from San Diego Distillery — a Mizunara staved 9-year bourbon. They break down how the rare Japanese oak staves impart notes of sandalwood, coconut, exotic spice, and delicate florals, which beautifully complement…
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060: River City Whiskey Society
In this lively and wide-ranging episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave are joined by guest host Oliver for a special conversation with Rohit Nayyar and Jason Ornellas—two dedicated whiskey lovers who have helped shape a thriving community of enthusiasts. Rohit, ever the adventurer, joins…
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059: Tasting Talk - Laws San Luis Valley Rye – Barrel Pick
In this new Tasting Talk, Dan and Dave crack open a special barrel pick of Laws San Luis Valley Straight Rye Whiskey. This limited-edition release brings bold rye spice, deep earthy character, and the unmistakable terroir of Colorado’s San Luis Valley. They break down the flavor profile, talk…
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058: San Diego Distillery
In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Ryan McGuire, the passionate co-owner and inventive blender at San Diego Distillery. Ryan walks us through the wild and creative world of his distillery, where bold experimentation is the norm and flavor is king. During the…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Our mission is to explore exceptionally made craft spirits from the western US. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook @DistillingtheWest and reach us by email at [email protected].
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