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Distillers Talk

Christi Atkinson and Alan Bishopdistillerstalk.libsyn.com
Distillers Talk is hosted by Alan Bishop of Spirits of French Lick and Christi Atkinson. Tune in for exclusive interviews with distillers and industry experts sharing their collective knowledge.
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Episodes

Distillers Talk #104 - Jimmy Jaxx

Jimmy Jaxx of Jimmy Jaxx Shine Shack joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to talk about the distillery and his work with Amanda Bryant

Jul 23, 20221 hr 3 min

Distillers Talk #102 - Ken Schreiner

Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson are joined by Ken Schreiner to discuss the distilling notebooks of AJ Schreiner, Ken's great great grandfather. The notebooks include his personal notes on mash bills, process, yeast making, malting and more from the late 1800's to early 1900's spanning distilleries across Kentucky and Indiana.

Jul 08, 20221 hr 5 min

Distillers Talk #101 - Gary Hinegardner, Wood Hat Spirits

Gary Hinegardner from Wood Hat Spirits joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss some of the corn breeds Gary is growing and using in his spirits, and what truly makes a distillery 'craft'. We also catch up on some Wood Hat news and rant about protecting our corn harvests from avenging wildlife.

Jun 17, 20221 hr 2 min

Distillers Talk #100 - Erik Owens, ADI

Erik Owens, President of the American Distilling Institute (ADI) joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson for the 100th episode of Distillers Talk!

Jun 10, 20221 hr 44 min

Distillers Talk #98 - Hunter Coffey

Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson chat with Hunter Coffey of Three Boys Farm and Distillery on-site at the distillery about some updates and new projects around the corner.

May 13, 202252 min

Distillers Talk #96 - Erica and Patience Fields, Brooks Grain

Erica and Patience Fields of Brooks Grain join Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to chat about the company and Erica's 40+ years experience supplying rye and more to the spirits industry. We discuss grain trends over the past few decades and predictions for the future, including what we can expect to see with grain prices in the near future.

Apr 22, 20221 hr 27 min

Distillers Talk #95 - Watch Hill Proper

Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson catch up with owners Josh Howes and Tommy Craggs at Watch Hill Proper, a new whiskey lounge and club in Louisville, KY. We're also joined by WHP Director of Operations Forrest Price and friends from the team at Castle & Key Distillery.

Apr 08, 202258 min

Distillers Talk #93 - Pat Heist

Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson welcome back Dr. Pat Heist of Wilderness Trail and Ferm Solutions for a discussion on yeast with friend of the show, Kent Mace

Mar 18, 202251 min

Distillers Talk #92 - Richard Otey, Donum Dei

Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson are on location at Donum Dei Brewery in New Albany, Indiana with owner/distiller/brewer Richard Otey. We discuss and tour the brewstillery's operations, and enjoy a flight of their products.

Mar 10, 20221 hr 23 min

Distillers Talk #90 - Panel - Rosen Rye and Three Chamber Still

Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson host a panel discussion on Rosen rye (and its importance in the history of whiskey in America) and the three chamber still with guests Laura Fields (Delaware Valley Fields Foundation), Erik Wolfe (Stoll & Wolfe), Robert McDonald (Dancing Star Farms) and Todd Leopold (Leopold Bros). This episode addresses inaccuracies perpetuated in the media and the industry surrounding these topics.

Feb 24, 20221 hr 50 min

Distillers Talk #89 - Jim Martin and Kris Koenig

Jim Martin of Key West Trading Company and Kris Koenig of Golden Beaver Distillery are live from the Key West Absinthe House with Christi Atkinson. Alan Bishop joins the party virtually for an insider's look at the Absinthe House as we discuss what's new with the two brands and make a Root of All Evil cocktail.

Feb 17, 20221 hr 9 min

Distillers Talk #88 - Len Eckstein, Deerhammer Distilling

Len Eckstein joins Alan Bishop and Christi Atkinson to discuss sweet mash vs sour mash, and what we're excited about in craft whiskey right now. We also go through a flight of Deerhammer barrel samples and a challenge.

Feb 10, 20221 hr 27 min
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