HeyJaredKey In The Lake Whiskey Podcast
Two Chicagoans dedicated to everything whiskey. Join Jake Hukee and Wilson Torres as they thread the current identity of the whiskey industry to the principles of the past through conversations and interviews with industry leaders.
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309. Live From Kentucky Bourbon Fest (opens the original)
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Live from Kentucky Bourbon Fest, John Chesney takes me around the festival as we revisit some his favorite pours. On Saturday of the event, John went on a magnificent run of trying 50 samples of whiskey from across the entire fest. So, on Sunday, John and I wander from craft distilleries to large legacy brands sampling some of the best whiskey Kentucky has to offer. Hosts: Jake Hukee and John Chesney Listen to more episodes and read stories at keyinthelake.com Key In The Lake
308. 4Star Cocktails | Mel Hatch (opens the original)
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Mel of Love Street shares her artistic approach to building cocktails in Lincoln Park’s best cocktail spot. Mel has bartended all over Chicago for more than decade and she combines her photography/fine art background to developing cocktails and engaging with customers. She’s one of the most fun bartenders to converse with from across the bar, so go pay her a visit! Guest: Mel Hatch Host: Jake Hukee Listen to more episodes and read stories at keyinthelake.com Key In The Lake
307. 4Star Cocktails | Kobe Sargent (opens the original)
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We take a trip to Wheaton, IL to hang at one of the best bars in Chicagoland, Subourbon. Kobe Sargent is the man behind the bar program at this historic whiskey, wine and cocktail establishment. Subourbon is membership-driven bar experience in an 150 year old building where members collect bottles, share stories and drink fantastic cocktails led by Kobe. Listen to Kobe’s story from a curious server to GM Subourbon. Guest: Kobe Sargent Host: Jake Hukee Listen to more episodes and read stories at
306. 4Star Cocktails | Garrett Turnquist (opens the original)
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Garrett takes us through running the beverage program for one of the best restaurant groups in the Chicago suburbs, Bourbon. Belly. Recording from historic Glen Ellyn’s Maize + Mash, Garrett shakes a Check On Your Honey, a Farmer’s Gin based cocktail. Garrett shares his industry experience, his love for whiskey and best parts of working with a cohesive bar team. Guest: Garrett Turnquist Host: Jake Hukee Listen to more episodes and read stories at keyinthelake.com Key In The Lake
305. 4Star Cocktails | Josue Mancero (opens the original)
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Back to The Press Room but this time we chat with Managing Partner Josue Mancero. Josue is one the friendliest bartenders in Chicago and he gets right into shaking the Pineapple & Bark (rum sour riff). Josue shares his 20 years in hospitality—14 years behind the bar—and how his experience as a chef influences his cocktail menus. We also chat about Josue’s favorite Chicago food spots and how the hospitality industry is built different because of the city’s multi-cultural influence. Guest: Josue M
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