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Laid Back Lush
by Michael and Gabe
A wine and spirits podcast for both new and experienced drinkers. Join Michael and Gabe as we chronicle our journey into how our favorite drinks are made from start to finish, as well as the culture and history surrounding them. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for updates on new content! @laidbacklush Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Bad Alcohols: Trying The Cheapest Grocery Store Wines
A lot of people think that price is indicative of the quality and enjoy-ability of a wine. While we have tried to challenge this notion in the past, today we're trying the lowest priced red, white, and rose we could find at Food Lion to see what we find. The results might not surprise you, but…
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The Rum Runners of the Prohibition
Bootleggers are one of the most discussed groups from the Prohibition era in the United States. These alcohol smugglers rightfully deserve a spotlight, but what about those who supplied the booze? Today we'll be looking into these suppliers, the Rum Runners, and how they fit into the criminal...
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How Does the Alcohol Industry Work?
As alcohol consumers, we normally only see the customer facing side of the industry. The simplicity of a purchase makes it easy to think that alcohol goes from production to market to sell, but the reality here in the United States is a little more complicated than that. Here we have what is…
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Will ChatGPT Steal Our Jobs?
AI has become a hot topic across the internet. One of the biggest questions being asked is will AI programs like ChatGPT be able to replace humans? While we can't speak for every job, after asking ChatGPT some questions we aren't too worried about AI taking over the wine industry. Why is that?...
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The History of Guinness
Happy National Beer Day! Ok, we are a day late, but it's the thought that counts, right? Regardless, today we wanted to talk about one of the oldest and most famous beer brands around today. Guinness has an extensive history as not only a beer company, but also as a symbol of philanthropy and...
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Sweet Wines And Dessert Wines: What's The Difference?
There is a common misconception among wine drinkers that all wines that are noticeably sweet can be used interchangeably with dessert wines. Although this is an understandable assumption, dessert wines are a distinct classification under sweet wines used for very specific purposes. In this…
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An Overview of Wine & Food Pairing
A wine and food pairing can make or break your dinner party, and we're here to help make sure it's a hit. The art of wine pairing does take time to perfect, but the basic principles are simpler than many people think. Today we will be examining how certain flavors profiles interact with each…
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So What Exactly Is Terroir?
Terroir, or a unique signature imparted to wines within a region, is a much debated term in the world of wine. What constitutes the terroir of a wine seems to vary widely, even among professionals. Is it the soil, the weather, the people making it, or something else entirely? In this episode…
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Wine 101: Basic Wine Terms
Often in the wine world, newcomers will encounter a lot of terms being thrown around regarding wine with no clear definition given. While often unintentional, this experience can be confusing for novice drinkers seeking to learn more. In this episode we'll be going over the terms we've seen go...
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Exploring Priorat And Its Wines
Priorat is a highly regarding wine producing region located in Catalonia, Spain. The practice of wine making dates back to the 12th century with Carthusian monks discovering the unique terroir in this area. As the region has developed it's production techniques, it has started to produce...
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An Introduction to Ouzo
Ouzo hails from the nation of Greece and is easily its most prominent liquor. This anise-heavy drink is still a prominent part of the local culture, particularly where food is concerned, but how did it come about? Tune in to find out Ouzo's history, production methods, and more in this episode!...
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The Philosophy of Expertise: Separating Snobs from Professionals
What is wine expertise? Well, it seems to depend on who you ask. To some it's the height of sophistication, for others it's complete nonsense. In this episode, we'll be discussing the philosophical implications of what influences wine expertise, how it manifests itself in the industry, and why…
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Did Adam Ruin Everything? | The Science of Wine Expertise
Are wine experts full of it? Adam Ruins Everything seems to think so, but we have some doubts about that claim. In this episode, we're diving into the science of wine tasting to see if the world of wine is really built on as shaky a foundation as many claim it is. While we do understand that yes,...
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Wine Tasting Revisited: The Definitive LBL Tasting Regimen
Remember when we did an episode on wine tasting at the start of this podcast? We hope not because it was bad. Listen to this one instead, it's much better, we promise. This go around we'll be walking you through how we taste and analyze wine. It's not all smells and flavors, there's also…
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It Came From The Internet Part 2: Trendy, Pretty, & Misinformed
We're back with even more analysis of the effect of social media on the perceptions and opinions of wine on the internet. In this episode, we're looking towards the trend-driven marketing that gets fueled by algorithms and how this can trick some into forming opinions on wine that don't…
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It Came From The Internet Part 1: Wine Hot Takes
The world wide web is home to the largest collection of information man has ever known. How did man decide to utilize this? By giving controvercial opinions and clout chasing on social media, of course. In this episode, we delve into some of the hot takes on wine we're come across and try to...
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Exploring Virginia Craft Beer
Welcome back! In today's episode we're exploring the diverse world of craft brewing here in the commonwealth of Virginia. Virginia has an extensive history of beer brewing that predates even the founding of the United States, and we're excited to share this unique story. It's a tale of trial and...
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Exploring Virginia Wines
This episode has certainly been a long time coming! We have been itching to talk about the state of the rapidly growing wine industry here in our home state, Virginia, for quite a while now, and we're excited to finally broach the subject. From our challenging climate to the producers we like the...
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Returning To Bad Alcohols: Torturing Ourselves With 99
In our infinite wisdom, we have decided to return to our bad alcohols series. This time, we sought out the worst recommendations from our local ABC store clerks. The result was 99, a brand of 99 proof liqueurs that are sold at a frighteningly low price point. As always, this was a really bad…
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Phylloxera Part 2: The Near Eradication of Vitis Vinifera
Join us as we continue our exploration of Phylloxera, the great wine blight. In this episode, we will be delving into the history of how Phylloxera was discovered and nearly led to the eradication of the global wine industry. With the solutions hard to find and even harder to implement, this...
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Phylloxera: What Is It and Why Does The Wine World Hate It So Much?
Originally known as the Great Destroyer, Phylloxera has quite literally plagued the world of wine sine the 1860's. This aphid is perfectly designed to feed off of, and eventually kill, the grape vines we use for wine production in many parts of the world. But what actually is Phylloxera, and why…
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An Overview of the Wines of Argentina
Join us today as we discuss the wines of Argentina! Argentina is famous for it's Malbec, but there's a lot more to the wine industry here than a single grape. There is an extensive wine making history in Argentina, and in this episode we'll be diving into everything from history to production...
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The Regions and Wine Laws of Chile
Continuing on from our last episode, we'll be diving more into the regions that make up the wonderfully diverse wine industry of Chile. In this episode, we discuss what makes these regions distinct from the grapes to the laws that govern winemaking. We hope you discover a new place with new wines...
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An Overview of Chile & It's Wines
Join us today as we delve into the country of Chile. There are so many wonderful being produced here in the wide variety of climates that Chile offers, and we're very excited to discuss them from a macro-scale viewpoint. We'll be going over everything from history to grapes, and we hope you enjoy...
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The Beer Battle: IPA's vs. Lagers
In this episode, Michael and Gabe decided to have some lighthearted debate over which is the better style of beer: the IPA or the Lager. Which one will win? Honestly, probably neither. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Brief History of Burgundy
As a follow-up to our last episode, we will now be diving into the history of the wine industry in Burgundy. From being a small country conquered by Rome to one of the most prominent wine producing regions globally, how did Burgundy become so renowned? Tune in to find out how religion, nobility,...
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An Introduction to Burgundy
Burgundy is one of the most famous and expensive wine regions in the world, but why is this the case? In this episode, we're doing an overview of what makes Burgundy so special in the wine world. As the birthplace of the modern conception of terroir, this region has played an important role in…
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An Introduction to Port
Hailing from the nation or Portugal, Port encompasses a rich and complex variety of dessert wines. Port is one of the oldest designated wine regions in the world, so there is a lot of history, production techniques, and labeling terms to cover. Our goal in this episode is to break down the...
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An Introduction to Madeira
A nearly forgotten style of wine, Madeira is a truly special drink and one of Gabe's personal favorites (possibly one of Michael's as well after recording). There's a long history of sea voyages, trade, and even revolution behind Madeira. Over the course of this episode, we dive into the rich...
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Liquors Vs. Liqueurs: What's the Difference?
Spirits is a big heading, and the two primary distinctions within this category are liquors and liqueurs. Does this distinction matter? Actually, yes! Tune in to find out what the distinction is as well as a list of our staple liqueurs should you desire to have some on hand for an at-home…
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Exploring Natural Wines Part 2: Listen to Us Rant About Natural Wine
And we're back! In this episode, we'll be continuing our discussion about natural wines. This time, however, we will be discussing our own opinions and viewpoints (both positive and negative) about the movement. There's a lot to love about natural wines, but as with all things, there are things…
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Exploring Natural Wines Part 1: What is Natural Wine?
The Natural Wine phenomenon has been a small but growing force pushing for a fundamental shift in how the wine industry operates. For a few decades now, with the onset of climate change interrupting vineyard operations combined with a desire for more diversity in the profiles of wine on the…
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An Introduction to Tequila
Today's episode brings us back to Mexico to discuss a specific sub-type of Mezcal. Ironically enough, Tequila has dwarfed Mezcal's fame and become the most ubiquitous agave based spirit on the market. Tequila has developed its own personality as a spirit, however, and there is something to be…
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An Introduction to Bordeaux
Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Bordeaux! As one of the most famous wine regions (and also expensive), there is a lot of ground to cover here. We'll be going through history, sub-regions, and more to make sure you're well equipped to find and explore all the delicious options...
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Examining Wine Scores: Does This Episode Get 100 Points?
Why do so many bottles in your wine shop have that little sticker with 90 points on it? In this episode, we're looking into what makes up the wine scores given by some of the major wine reviewing publications as well as the history behind the metric. Is the 100 point scale accurate, does it...
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$15 and Under: Our Budget Wine Recommendations
Join us today as we share some of our favorite wines at affordable price points. We do love fine wines, don't get us wrong, but sometimes you just want something easy and delicious to sip with dinner. We hope this list helps you find a new, affordable wine that you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See...
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Winemaking Revisited: Red and Rosé Wines
In today's episode, we're finishing our do-over of winemaking with red and rosé wines. While the basics are the same, there are some substantial differences between the productions of red and white wines. Tune in to find out what these differences are! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
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Winemaking Revisited: White Wines
Ok guys, here's the deal. Our first winemaking episode was a mess and we don't like it anymore. Therefore, we want to correct our past mistakes and give you a more thorough overview of how wines are made. In this episode, we'll be discussing the primary winemaking steps and major style choices…
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An Overview of Rum
We're back everyone! In today's episode, we're going over the history and various production methods of rum. With roots in the East and a storied past, we're excited to share our research with you. The world of rum contains a lot of diversity, much more than the average person has likely tried…
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Our One year Anniversary
A whole year has passed since we launched Laid Back Lush! We wanted to sit down and talk through what we've learned, the difficulties of starting a podcast not knowing what we were doing, and what we are looking forward to in the future. None of this would have been possible without you guys and...
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The History of Wine Part 3: Wine in the New World
Welcome to the final installment of our History of Wine series! In this episode we document the spread of wine through the new world by European settlers and the resulting wine industries that arose. With the rise of these industries came both economic development as well as the issues inherent…
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The Christmas Episode: Celebrating the Holidays with Buzzballz
Well guys, it's that time of the year and we wanted to have a fun episode drinking some moderately bad alcohol from a strange brand. Little did we know how bad it could get. Listen at your own risk. Or perhaps sadistic entertainment... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The History of Wine Part 2: Rome Through The Middle Ages
With the advent of the Roman empire came many advancements in wine making and viticulture. Unfortunately, with the advent of the Middle Ages came many steps backwards. Join us as we examine the impact of trade, politics, and local taste in wine through the ups and downs of the Roman empire and…
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The History of Wine Part 1: Wine in the Ancient World
Welcome back, we're starting a new series! We'll be discussing the development and history of wine from our earliest records through the modern day. In this episode, we're tackling the early history of wine from the ancient world. The cultural spread and development surrounding wine was highly...
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Intro to Gin
In today's episode, we're diving into the history gin and how it's production has developed over several centuries. Originally a medicinal tonic, this aromatic liquor has become a staple in many famous cocktails. Join us as we take a journey through the juniper-ridden world of gin! We also have...
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A Guide to Wine Flaws
Join us today as we discuss the major flaws and their causes that you might encounter on your wine journey. From sweat to boiled cabbage, there's a lot of yuckiness out there you might encounter and we want to make sure you know when to NOT drink a wine (for once). Hosted on Acast. See...
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A Guide to the Kinds of Beer Glassware
What's in a shape? Well, hopefully we can answer that question for you today! We'll be discussing the various kinds of glasses, what they do for beer, and what kinds of beers to drink from them. We also have a tasting of a local brew, the Midnight Brewery Rockville Red. Tune in to find out what…
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The Wines of East Asia: An Overview of China and Japan
Welcome to the emerging markets of Chinese and Japanese wines! Today we're exploring the major styles, grapes, and regions coming out of East Asia and why they're been gaining some international attention. There's a lot of interesting trends coming out of these countries and we're excited to…
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Spanish and Portuguese Wine Laws and Labelling Terms
We're concluding out Old World Wine Laws series with Spain and Portugal! Tune in to find out how to navigate the quality and aging indicators of these countries. It might seem a little complex at first, but we both think they're some of the best wine laws in the EU for you to know what's in your...
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Italian Wine Laws and Labelling Terms
Today we are continuing our wine laws series and moving to the vast and rugged region of Italy. There's a lot of gems to find in this vast market, but there might also be some trouble in paradise... Join us as we discuss the laws and quality indicators you can find on your bottles. Hopefully you...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A wine and spirits podcast for both new and experienced drinkers. Join Michael and Gabe as we chronicle our journey into how our favorite drinks are made from start to finish, as well as the culture and history surrounding them. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram for updates on new content! @laidbacklush
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Michael and Gabe
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