Barrel to Bottle, The Binny's Podcast
381 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 74 ratingsBinny's Beverage Depot is the Midwest's largest wine, spirits and beer superstore. If you can't find it at Binny's, it's probably not worth drinking.
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B2B-Ep. 31|Revolution Brewing’s Marty Scott dives into what keeps Chicago’s iconic ‘Fist Brand’ innovating
April 23, 2018 10:09 - 21 minutes - 9.95 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot- Kristen Ellis & Jeff Carlin, along with Binny’s Beer Buzz expert Roger Adamson & the Whiskey Hotline‘s Pat Brophy, welcome Marty Scott from Revolution Brewing Company to the podcast to talk about one of the most iconic independent breweries in the country. As Quality and Innovation Lead for Revolution Brewing Company, Marty has his hands in almost every aspect of brewing of Revolution’s dynamic line of offerings but his passion is […]
B2B-Ep. 30|On the Road at World of Whiskies 2018 feat. Charles Joly, Johny Barbosa, Turner Wathen, and more…
April 16, 2018 09:58 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin present the third installment of their Whiskey Week series, this time on the road at World of Whiskies 2018, to bring you incredible conversations with some of the greatest minds at the forefront of distilling, Kristen and Jeff offer a sampling of some of the 200+ offerings at one of the largest whiskey tasting in America. First up, Johny Barbosa from Far North Spirits highlights a […]
B2B-Ep. 29|On the Road at Bourbon Women Night 2018 feat. Al Young, Gina Caruso, and Many More…
April 09, 2018 19:21 - 30 minutes - 14 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin take the podcast on the road to Bourbon Women Night 2018 to talk with movers and shakers in the world of Bourbon Women. Kristen talks with legendary distiller Al Young about celebrating his 50th anniversary at Four Roses and his love of bourbon history. Branch Ambassador for Bourbon Women Gina Caruso talks about her love of bourbon and the growth of the Bourbon Women Association. […]
B2B-Ep. 28|Jimmy and Eddie Russell of Wild Turkey Sit Down with the Whiskey Hotline
April 02, 2018 10:09 - 33 minutes - 15.1 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, Kristen Ellis, Jeff Carlin, Pat Brophy and Roger Adamson present a unique conversation with Jimmy and Eddie Russell from Wild Turkey Distilling Co. These two icons of American whiskey talk about their combined 90+ years making whiskey in Kentucky, how the process has changed over the years, the innovation behind Wild Turkey American Honey, and handing down the distilling tradition to another generation of Russells. Plus, a lucky list...
B2B-Ep. 27|Wine Fraud: Buyer Beware, the Million Dollar Problem
March 26, 2018 10:30 - 19 minutes - 8.72 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin present a look at the historical business of fraudulent wine, some incredibly audacious wine scams, and how modern technology is working to combat this expensive problem. Plus, Kristen and Jeff answer one lucky listener wins a wins a $20 gift card by asking a question about up-and-coming wine regions. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a […]
Barrel-to-Bottle, Ep. 26|Director of Winemaking for The Hess Collection, David Guffy on His Love of California Wine
March 19, 2018 10:10 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin present an intimate conversation with Director of Winemaking for The Hess Collection, David Guffy. Dave talks about his passion for making fruit-forward wines, the success of the Lion & the Lion Tamer wines, why California wines are best when they forgo trying to mimic old-world styles in favor of highlighting the region’s unique terroir, and of course, the importance of winery dogs. Plus, Kristen and […]
Barrel-to-Bottle, Ep. 25|The Wide World of Gin w/Scofflaw’s Danny Shapiro
March 12, 2018 10:19 - 19 minutes - 9.11 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin sit down with a co-founder of Scofflaw and gin aficionado Danny Shapiro to talk about the often misunderstood world of gin as he offers a guide to tasting the complexities of quality gin. Working his way through three distinct categories of gin, Danny tastes through three unique examples: Sipsmith, Nikka Coffey, Scofflaw Old Tom. Also on the docket, recipes for three great gin cocktails that will […]
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 24|Delphine Laborde of Maison Veuve Clicquot Celebrates the 200th Anniversary of Vueve Clicquot Rosé
March 05, 2018 11:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin present a conversation with winemaker Delphine Laborde of Maison Veuve Clicquot. Born in the heart of France’s Champagne region, Laborde shares stories about her life amongst the vines, celebrating the 200th anniversary of Madame Clicquot’s Veuve Clicquot Rosé, and the difference between French and American winery dogs. Plus, one lucky listener wins a $20 Binny’s gift card for asking a great question abo...
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 23|Bourbon County Stout Tasting Notes with Goose Island’s Head of Innovation
February 26, 2018 11:05 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin along with Roger Adamson(Beer Buzz) get a unique tasting tour of Goose Island Beer Company’s 2017 Bourbon County label releases with Goose Island’s head of research and development, Mike Siegel. 2017 marks one of the most extensive lineups of Goose Island’s Bourbon County offerings including the Bourbon County Brand Stout, the Bourbon County Brand Coffee Stout, Bourbon County Brand Barleywine, Bo...
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 22|World renowned wine maker Paul Hobbs reflects on his career traveling the world’s vineyards in search of great wine
February 19, 2018 10:53 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBThis week on Barrel To Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot, hosts Kristin Ellis and Jeff Carlin share Kristin’s one-on-one conversation with acclaimed winemaker Paul Hobbs. Paul shares stories about his work on Opus One, globetrotting around the world learning about wine, his time in Argentina and Chile helping to bring the South American wine industry into the modern era, and why he prefers Sonoma County’s laidback culture over Napa’s commercial scene. Plus, one lucky listener ‘keeps on troc...
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 21|Move over beer, cider is here (it’s always been here, just ask Johnny Appleseed)
February 09, 2018 11:05 - 24 minutes - 11.2 MBThis week on Barrel to Bottle, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin look at all things cider. Cider Director / Floor Manager for The Northman in Chicago, Brian Rutzen aka “CiderBrian” dives into the ever-growing world of cider to explain cider’s historical roots, common misconceptions about cider, and to taste some unique styles. Roger Adamson(Beer Buzz) also joins the conversation with a look at how modern cider production mimics the American beer scene. Want to discover cider for yourself? Check ...
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 20|Binny’s has you covered with Valentine’s Day pairings that are sure to impress
February 05, 2018 11:27 - 20 minutes - 9.23 MBWhat’s the perfect wine, spirit, or beer to go with your Valentine’s Day plans? This week on Barrel to Bottle Kristen Ellis, Jeff Carlin, and Roger Adamson(Beer Buzz) explore some elegant offerings from KOHLER Original Recipe Chocolates in Wisconsin and pair them with various spirits, wine, and beer. Looking for something extra special this V-Day? Try Kohler Dark Chocolate Brandy. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward […]
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 19| Terroir under cork: How wine and spirits take on the personality of their origins
January 29, 2018 10:22 - 17 minutes - 8.1 MBHow do the soil, terrain, climate, and tradition impact the taste of certain wines and spirits? Terroir, of course! This week on Barrel to Bottle Kristen Ellis and co-host Jeff Carlin take a trip through terroir’s impact on the production of wine and spirits. Also, joining the conversation are B2B regulars Joe Maloney(Whiskey Hotline) and Roger Adamson(Beer Buzz) with a look at how hops and grain are also impacted by terroir. All that, plus someone walks away with a $20 […]
Barrel to Bottle, Ep. 18| To Pappy or Not to Pappy: Chasing the great bourbon unicorn
January 22, 2018 11:00 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBThe hunt is on in the wide-world of whiskey for all things Pappy Van Winkle, but are there cheaper alternatives that are easier to find?This week, Kirsten Ellis and Jeff Carlin welcome back to Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Whiskey Hotline expert Joe Maloney and Beer Buzz expert Roger Adamson to find out. Kristen lays out the historic legacy of Pappy Van Winkle while Joe puts Roger and Jeff to the test in a blind tasting of unique alternatives […]
Barrel to Bottle, Ep 17| Wine About the Weather: Great wines that pair perfectly with cold fare
January 15, 2018 09:00 - 16 minutes - 7.4 MBOn this week’s episdoe of Barrel to Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot as winter weather sets in, host Kristen Ellis lays out a couple of guidelines for picking the perfect cold weather wine that pairs well with football party fare and hearty cold-weather favorites like stews and roasts. Co-host Jeff Carlin and Kristen are joined by Binny’s Whiskey Hotline expert Joe Maloney and Binny’s Beer Buzz expert Roger Adamson on tour of Italian wines that are sure to impress. Have […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 16: Barleywine weather. A cold weather beer survival guide
January 08, 2018 11:05 - 20 minutes - 9.23 MBBinny’s Beer Buzz expert Roger Adamson joins hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin for a cold weather survival episode of Barrel to Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot. Roger salutes old-school barleywines that are sure to keep you warm in the cold months of winter. Plus, one lucky fan gets a preview of the beer trends to keep an eye on for 2018 and a free $20 gift card to Binny’s. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 15: A primer on Port Wine. From tawny to LBV and all the fortifications in between.
January 01, 2018 11:37 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBWinemaker Mike Kush has a lot of experience making wine in the Duoro region of Portugal, he joins Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin with a deep dive into the complex world of port wine. What differentiates a tawny from a ruby? Who declares a port wine is Vintage? And what is a late bottled vintage? Mike shares the knowledge he has acquired from spending over a decade on the ground in Portugal working with growers, making his own port wines, […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 14: Bring out the Fizz! A guide to all things champagne
December 18, 2017 11:00 - 16 minutes - 7.75 MBThere is no better wine to take us through the holiday season than Champagne. Kristen Ellis chats all things ‘fizz’ with her co-host Jeff Carlin in this bubbly episode of Barrel to Bottle. How do the bubbles get in there? What kind of glass should I use to serve Champagne? Why does it taste like it does? Join us as we break it all down just in time for your New Year’s toast. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 13: Chasing the perfect wine harvest across the globe on the path to becoming a Master of Wine
December 11, 2017 11:00 - 15 minutes - 7.07 MBCan you pick up a glass of wine and in just one sip identify the grape, region, and even year it was produced? Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin try to wrap their heads around the process of becoming a Master of Wine. Joining the discussion this week on Barrel to Bottle is half of the husband-wife team behind Chasing Harvest wines and MW candidate Mike Kush. Mike offers a first-hand account of just what it takes to prepare one of […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 12: The trick to perfect wine temps, debunking myths about sulfites, and the fear of an empty glass
December 04, 2017 11:24 - 13 minutes - 6.19 MBDid you know someone who fears an empty glass suffers from cenosillicaphobia? This week, host Kristen Ellis takes her co-host Jeff Carlin through the world of drinking phobias/manias, unravels the mystery of sulfites in wine, and debunks common myths about wine temperature. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Follow @BinnysBev Want to attend an upcoming tasting or event? Check out our events page […]
Barrel To Bottle w/ Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 11: Unraveling the monks’ secrets to the perfect lambic beer
November 27, 2017 11:44 - 14 minutes - 6.57 MBBinny’s Beverage Depot’s beer guru Roger Adamson is back again to join hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin with a unique history of lambic beers and to unravel the mystery of gueuze (or Geuze). Monique Huston and Greg Versh also join the conversation breaking down the process of fermenting with wild yeasts and how these characteristics define the lambic style. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 10: The incredible world of mezcal
November 20, 2017 12:41 - 19 minutes - 8.93 MBBinny’s Beverage Depot takes you into the mysterious world of mezcal! Hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin are joined by spirit specialist Monique Huston with a detailed breakdown of the hottest and most complex spirit coming out of Mexico. From tepeztate to tobalá and everything in-between, Monique shares her experiences exploring Mexico’s small batch palenques (distilleries) and their unique histories. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gif...
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 9: Thanksgiving wine picks perfect for any table
November 13, 2017 11:16 - 13 minutes - 6 MBBinny’s Beverage Depot is setting the table for Thanksgiving dinner with the perfect wine pairings. Kristen Ellis takes her co-host Jeff Carlin, Monique Huston, and Greg Versh course-by-course through a holiday dinner, pairing unique wine profiles with all the holiday classics. Expand your holiday wine selections with Kristen’s picks and be the hit of your next holiday party! Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 8: The ABCs of Wine (Anything But Chard/Cab)
November 06, 2017 12:15 - 15 minutes - 7.12 MBBinny’s is breaking down the “ABCs” of wine; the Anything But Chardonnay/Cabernet movement began in the mid-’90s and is still prominent today. Kristen Ellis takes Jeff Carlin through the origins and impact of the ABC trend and how people are exploring the big “Cs” of wine in new ways. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Follow @BinnysBev Want to attend an upcoming tasting […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 7: A French press, an imperial stout, and infusing beer at home
October 30, 2017 10:00 - 19 minutes - 8.76 MBWhen Binny’s beer guru Roger Adamson suggested that we learn how to infuse our own barrel aged stout, hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin were all over it. Using a French press has never been more rewarding! After listening to this episode you’re bound to try it yourself. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Follow @BinnysBev Want to attend an upcoming tasting or […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 6: Scotchy, scotch, scotch. The Whiskey Hotline’s guide to…scotch
October 23, 2017 10:00 - 20 minutes - 9.24 MBScotchy Scotch Scotch! Pat Brophy from Binny’s teams up with your hosts, Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin to bring you the latest from the Whiskey Hotline. They have Scotch on the brain. Listen as this dynamic trio breaks down methods of production, styles, and to how to properly taste and enjoy, Scotch. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Follow @BinnysBev Want to attend […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 5: Meet Master Sommelier Fernando Beteta
October 16, 2017 10:17 - 17 minutes - 7.89 MBBecoming a Master Sommelier is one of the most difficult and rewarding achievements on the planet. Fernando Beteta MS joins hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin to discuss the triumphs and pitfalls of preparing for the most difficult examination in the wine world. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Follow @BinnysBev Want to attend an upcoming tasting or event? Check out our events […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 4: Explaining scarcity in beer, New England Style IPAs, and more..
October 09, 2017 10:00 - 17 minutes - 8.04 MBScarcity in beer. It sounds like an oxymoron, however, when everyone wants to get their hands on the same beer it creates hysteria! Binny’s Beer Buzz team Roger Adamson and Pat Brophy join hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin to break down scarcity in beer. The Beer Buzz crew offer delicious alternatives to some favorite, and often unavailable, styles. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 3: American Whiskey explained, bourbon v. rye, and the mystery of allocated whiskey
October 02, 2017 10:30 - 20 minutes - 9.49 MBHosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin are joined by the world-renowned Whiskey Hotline on this episode of Barrel to Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot. Special guests Brett Pontoni and Joe Maloney explain the basics of American Whiskey. What’s the difference between bourbon and rye? And what about those mysterious allocated whiskeys? Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Follow @BinnysBev Want to attend an […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Ep 2: Win a $20 gift card, tasting notes, and wine myths
September 25, 2017 10:06 - 14 minutes - 6.58 MBKristen teaches Jeff to taste like a pro on this episode of Barrel to Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot. Jeff learns to decipher structural elements in wine-like acidity and tannin. Plus, they debunk a popular myth that all wine gets better with age. Have a question for Binny’s Beverage Depot? Hit us on Twitter and you might win a $20 gift card toward your next purchase! Want to attend an upcoming tasting or event? Check out our events page “If […]
Barrel to Bottle w/Binny’s Beverage Depot, Episode 1: Wine pairings, avoiding extra calories from wine, and tackling “shelf anxiety”
September 18, 2017 10:00 - 12 minutes - 5.73 MBOn the inaugural episode of Barrel to Bottle with Binny’s Beverage Depot podcast, hosts Kristen Ellis and Jeff Carlin tackle one of the most common questions people have about wine: What should I drink and when? They discuss seasonality, food pairings, and tips for avoiding extra calories from wine. Plus, Kristen offers up some strategies for getting those who might be overwhelmed by Binny’s the vast selection of wine or as she calls it ‘shelf anxiety.’ Have a question for […]