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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 info@distillingthewest.com.
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107 : Interview with Woody Creek Distillers (opens the original)
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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 work behind the distillery, the approach Woody Creek takes to producing its spirits, and some of the projects Stephen is currently working on. Of course, it wouldn’t be Distilling the West without a fe
106 : Interview with Woolf Agave and O’Neill Distillers (opens the original)
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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 the crop outside of Mexico, and why more producers are looking to agave as an exciting new category in American spirits. Stuart and Erik share their firsthand experiences with the agricultural side of th
105 : Interview with Gatto Rivera (opens the original)
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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 into the creative process behind designing bottles, labels, packaging, and brands for the liquor and wine industry. They talk about what makes a bottle stand out on the shelf, how a design goes from an
104 : Interview with Chas Marsh of Jackson Hole Still Works (opens the original)
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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 barrel-aged gin, and a classic gin, exploring the flavors, botanicals, and techniques that make each one unique. Dan and Dave also get an exclusive taste of an unreleased bourbon and rye, offering an earl
103 : Interview with Anna Mantheakis of Bubble Cap Consulting (opens the original)
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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 helps distilleries navigate the many moving parts of building and growing a successful brand. A major part of the conversation explores Anna’s auditory/olfactory synesthesia and how it shapes the way she e
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