Chase The Craft
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -Hang out with Jesse as he talks shop (and shit) with other chasers most of which are professional distillers.
Jesse also runs a YouTube channel called Still It. Still, it focuses entirely on home distilling where this podcast keeps it options open.
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The Badmo Legacy Continues With Christopher
October 04, 2023 09:59 - 1 hour - 98 MBIt's a tragedy that we lost Ben, But I'm glad to say that his legacy is in good hands. Check out Badmolegacy here (and purchase in the USA): https://badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop Purchase Barmo Legacy Barrels in NZ and AUS: https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/oak Purchase The Maturation Sticks made by Christopher (USA and NZ warehouse): https://chasethecraft.com/collections/consumables/oak
Alan Bishop From Spirits Of French Lick Talks Absinth & Whiskey
November 06, 2022 23:43 - 2 hours - 222 MBAlan Bishop is a distiller, podcaster, YouTuber, and historian. In this podcast, we get into the nitty gritty of whiskey and absinth history and production. Spirits Of French Lick: https://www.spiritsoffrenchlick.com Alan's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/hipgnosis2/videos Distillers Talk Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wa4Z2KV2K5Z6nPGgEkXUh If You Have Ghosts You Have Everything Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6NPWGElzbUUeM3AY6RSNNC?si=ce382476...
#29 Maple, Moose, Heritage Corn & Craft Spirits With Tom From Herrick Creek
September 23, 2022 14:45 - 1 hour - 115 MBUse my special link zen.ai/chasethecraft and use chasethecraft to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastr After moving from Canada to New Zealand Tom found a passion for home distilling. Eventually vowing to go pro or leave the hobby behind. He now operates a small distillery named after a legend that ties New Zealand and Canada together.
#28 Picking A Professional Coopers Brain On Barrels
September 06, 2022 14:22 - 1 hour - 130 MBGet an exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/stillit It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! Use my special link zen.ai/chasethecraft and use chasethecraft to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastr This has been a long time coming. I'm very glad to say that we finally have a professional cooper on the show. Mitch does an amazing job of answering all the questions I throw at him.
Little Barrels That Act Like Big Barrels With Ben From Bad motivator
August 01, 2022 22:09 - 1 hour - 135 MBI have been using bad motivator barrels for a while now, while none of mine have been filled for that long I have very high hopes for them. Today I got to talk to the man behind the barrel! Texas Distillery Take Over Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/387824241747 Get your own Badmo Barrel Here: https://badmotivatorbarrels.com/?aff=2 Get an exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/stillit risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!
#26 ETOH's Whiskey Reactor : Accelerated "Ageing"
October 07, 2021 04:59 - 1 hour - 168 MBTobias and Johan from ETOH in Denmark explain the technical process of using their Whiskey Reactor to accelerate the ageing process of whisky and rum. They also share the ehtos, convictions and creative flair behind the technique. Find ETOH here: https://etoh.dk Get your own kick ass shirt from into the am: https://www.intotheam.com/chase
#25 Bringing Ancient Stills To Life With Eric Stroud
August 06, 2021 10:42 - 1 hour - 140 MBEric runs a farm distillery in upstate New York. He is also fascinated with very old still designs. Could they be viable in the modern world of distilling? Mohawk Spirits: https://mohawkspirits.com Nano Distilling: http://nanodistilling.com/ A short history of the art of distillation (the book mentioned): https://amzn.to/3AiCaoQ
#24 The History Of Royal Navy Rum With Matt Pietrek
June 18, 2021 07:59 - 1 hour - 154 MBMatt Pietrek helps unpack the interesting history of Royal Navy Rum. From its beginnings in the 1600's through to a point in time, where the British navy had nuclear weapons and dolled out rum regularly to its sailors! Check out Cocktail Wonk and Matt's Book Here: https://cocktailwonk.com/
#23 Turning Bread Into Gin : Hang 10 Distillery
June 18, 2021 07:49 - 57 minutes - 83.2 MBThis week we have Marine and Deon from hang 10 distilling who are using unsold bread to make gin!
#022 Brewbird - Going Behind The Professional Curtain
April 13, 2021 04:07 - 56 minutes - 78.4 MBBrewbird has been making "behind the scenes" youtube videos from commercial distilleries since she went pro around 2 years ago. In that time she has worked at 4 distilleries making a range of different products. Make sure you check out Brewbirds content: https://www.youtube.com/c/MissBrewbird Chase The Craft Store: https://chasethecraft.com Adventures In Home Brewing: homebrewing.org/ctc
#021 Froth Tech : New Zealand's First Commercial Yeast Farmers
November 17, 2020 20:39 - 1 hour - 148 MBFroth technologies are supplying vibrant liquid yeast cultures to New Zealand's craft beer industry. Ryan and Simon hang out to talk about yeast, cross over between beer and spirits and the industry in general. Froth's Website: https://www.frothtech.co.nz/
#20 Spencer Whelan. Texas : The Wild West Of Whiskey & The Shield That Protects It
October 28, 2020 19:55 - 1 hour - 105 MBSpencer Whelan is the CEO of the Texas Whiskey Trail and the Executive Director of the Texas Whiskey Association. It's an exciting time for Texas Whiskey, we are witnessing the birth of a new whiskey region that punches well above its weight. Spencer talks about how having a "team of rivals" is advantageous to distillers, distilleries, consumers and the progress of whiskey as a whole. https://texaswhiskey.org/ https://texaswhiskeytrail.com/ https://chasethecraft.com/support
019 Lindsay Barr : Sensory Scientist From Sample Ox
September 09, 2020 00:50 - 1 hour - 125 MBLindsay is a sensory scientist and a founding partner of Sample Ox and Draught Lab. We talk about the software and about the art/science and geekery of sensory evaluation in general.
#18 New Corn, Blending & Barrel Raising With Robbert From Ironroot
July 30, 2020 08:47 - 1 hour - 103 MBIts no secret that Ironroot is one of my favourite distilleries. I love their product and the way they go about things. So I invited Robbert back to talk again. This time we cover growing heirloom corn, blending and their barrel program. Ironroot Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ironrootrepublic Ironroot FB: https://www.facebook.com/ironrootwhiskey CTC Support: https://chasethecraft.com/support
#17 Botanical Rum With Matt From Lunatic And Lover Distillery
July 13, 2020 23:15 - 1 hour - 122 MBWhat on earth is Botanical Rum? Before this episode, I had no idea what to expect. Turns out Lunatic And Lovers expression is amazing! Tune it to hear what it is and how its made with Matt from Lunatic And Lover! Lunatic And Lover: https://lunaticandlover.com CTC Support: https://chasethecraft.com/support
#16 Media Creation For Marketing With Rex Williams
July 06, 2020 23:19 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBRex Williams is the Media Mastermind behind Whiskey Vault and Whiskey Tribe. Rex has been in the media production for over 20 years and has built up a wealth of skill and experience when it comes to using video production to promote a business. This podcast focuses on how to use video and media production to promote a business, specifically a distillery. Whiskey Vault: https://www.youtube.com/whiskeyvault Whiskey Tribe: https://www.youtube.com/whiskeytribe CTC Support Page: https://c...
#15 Bearded & Bored On Food In A Distillery
June 23, 2020 00:35 - 1 hour - 126 MBBearded and bored has his runs a youtube channel but used to work as a Chef in a range of different establishments. We sat down to have a talk about how food can fit into a distillery to create a full experience for your customers. Bearded's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeV6Yuzb5M-ak6dPzTE3grg CTC Support: https://chasethecraft.com/support
#14 Jeff Bradford Is Paid To Learn About Craft Spirits
June 15, 2020 23:10 - 1 hour - 138 MBJeff Bradford is the host and creator of Beer, Wine and Spirits A channel dedicated to travelling the world and learning about the world of beer wine and spirits. Jeff has a long history with the military. When he retired Jeff found a passion for craft beverages and how they are made. So he sold all his stuff and set out to learn everything he could about them. Soon he realised that other people were interested and wanted to learn along with him giving rise to his youtube channel! Jeff...
#13 (Fixed) Soren From 1919 Distilling : Starting A Gin Distillery and RnD
June 09, 2020 20:38 - 1 hour - 132 MB1919 is a craft gin distillery based in Auckland New Zealand. In this episode, Soren (owner/founder) explains the interesting way he started the distillery and shares information about how some of their products were developed including the (world famous in New Zealand) Pineapple Bits Gin. 1919 Distilling: https://1919distilling.com CTC Support Page: https://chasethecraft.com/support 1919 Botanicals: https://1919distilling.com/botanicals 1919 Cocktails: https://1919distilling.com/cockt...
#012 Murphy Quint - Cedar Ridge Distillery
June 03, 2020 01:42 - 1 hour - 111 MBCedar Ridge won ADI's 2017 distillery of the year and are well known for their approachable yet complex bourbon. As the director of operations, Murphy has an abundance of knowledge to share. Growing a mostly self-funded family business in a rural area (which operates both a distillery and a winery) presents a unique set of opportunities and risks. Murphy Talks us through his perspective on these issues as well as discussing the process and ingredients involved in making their world-cla...
#011 Sam From Starward Distilling, Melbourne, Australia
May 25, 2020 09:46 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MBSam is the head distilling and head of distilling operations at Starward Distilling in Melbourne Australia. Starward is making waves internationally with their approachable yet interesting whiskey. They are doing so by making the most of what they have locally. Great malt, amazing ex wine barrels and the crazy Melbourne climate. Their whiskey is available internationally so keep an eye out and pick up a bottle for yourself. Starward Whiskey: https://starward.com.au/ More From...
#010 Rakia / Fruit Brandy With Neven From Kapela Distilling Co
May 18, 2020 20:16 - 1 hour - 143 MBNeven started distilling Rakia at 8 or 9 years old with his father on his family farm. Now he is opening a commercial distillery, Kapela Distilling Company. Not one to take these things lightly Neven has learned from and/or apprenticed with distilleries in England, Scotland and the USA. In this episode, Neven helps us understand the process of making Rakia or Fruit Brandy. Kapela Distilling Co: https://kapeladistilling.com/ Chase The Craft Support: https://chasethecraft.com/suppo...
#009 Daniel Whittington On Starting & Surviving As A Small Distillery
May 11, 2020 20:53 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBDaniel Whittington co-hosts The Whiskey Tribe/Vault with Rex on YouTube. These channels were so successful they were able to crowdsource their distillery (the crowded barrel) through Patreon. In this episode, we talk about opening a craft distillery. Sourcing whiskey, making white spirits and get a look behind the scenes at The Crowded Barrel. Visit The Whiskey Tribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCphIm9gI_JbeI0ByZSRt5Mg More From CTC: www.chasethecraft.com AIH Home Brew: www.h...
#08 Scott V From Brand Creators On Taking Action
May 04, 2020 02:31 - 1 hour - 109 MBThings have been turned upside down lately. A lot of us suddenly a lot of extra time on our hands. Do you also have a dream job/career/business that you have been thinking of getting into? Not sure if you should take that next step? Now maybe the time to take the leap and start taking action! If you do, chances are you are going to need an understanding of how marketing can work for your company/project as well. Scott is in the middle of rebranding. But you can find some of his stu...
#007 Wild Yeast - Catching, Wrangling & Expectations With Jason
April 21, 2020 18:54 - 1 hour - 147 MBThere is always a little mysticism and romance when it comes to discussing wild yeast. Jason is here to help us fall more deeply in love with it & teach us how to catch it. Don't be fooled. Wild yeast is unpredictable! It could help you make the best beverage you ever, it could be destined for the drain. Jason is a professional, production brewer at Brew Union in Palmerston North New Zealand. In his spare time, he has a passion for weird and wonderful fermentation. Find Brew Union H...
#6 Community With Roy From Aqvavitae
April 14, 2020 22:08 - 1 hour - 99.2 MBMarketing Spirits & Better Individual Health Through Community Roy From Aqvavitae is the perfect person to talk about community as it pertains to the world of spirits, specifically Whisky. In this episode, we talk about how whisky changes peoples lives and brings them together. Then how this community of people can improve an individual's life. We also look at how the commercial world should think about becoming a part of this community so they can highlight the awesome things they...
#05 Grapes, Brandy & Grappa With Ilias Mastrogiannis
April 05, 2020 08:12 - 55 minutes - 76 MBIlias owns and operates Mastrogiannis Distillery out of Lakewood WA that focuses on traditional Greek spirits. Understandably this means a whole lot of grapes for brandy and grappa. Ilias also publishes a podcast called Distillery Nation which focuses on all things distilling through the eyes of a craft distiller. Today we talk about grapes, the joys of podcasting, brandy and grappa. Grab a drink, hang out and join us! More from Jesse and Chase The Craft at: www.chasethecraft.com...
#4 Matt Drew - Malting & Single Malt
March 19, 2020 07:24 - 2 hours - 194 MBMatt Drew has an interesting a varied history in music, advertising, marketing and coffee. Now he brings all of that to bear in the world of American whiskey as a maltster and the host of a kick-ass new podcast called Single Malt Matters. In this episode, we talk about the process of malting and how to get stuck in your self at home with minimal equipment. We also get into the state of single malt in the USA and many other things. Listen to Single Malt Matters at: https://asmwpodcast...
#003 Bearded & Bored & George of Barley & Hops. Home Distillers Hang Out!
January 08, 2020 09:35 - 2 hours - 177 MBHanging out with Bearded and George in person was a huge highlight of my trip to the USA. These guys helped me get Still It and Chase The Craft off the ground. Being able to swap ideas, passions and a drink in person was amazing. Sign up to get updates on the legalization effort here: www.chasethecraft.com/legalize
#002 Grain To Glass Whiskey Tips With The Likarish Brothers From Ironroot
December 02, 2019 10:02 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MBIronroot republic is making insanely good Bourbon and American Whiskey in Denison Texas. In fact its actually a little hard to keep up with the awards and accolades that the Likarish family are stacking up. In this episode, Jonathan & Robert walk us through the major processes and decisions that are needed to make to create a world-class Whiskey. Its grain to glass baby!
#001 Ty Phelps From Andalusia Whiskey Co
November 25, 2019 09:10 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBTy is a co-owner of Andalusia Whisky co in Blanco Texas. Andalusia is quickly forging a name for its self as a small distillery that punches way above its weight. While Ty focuses on being a local family business Andalusia also tips its hat to the Irish and Scottish ingredients and processes. Known especially for smoking their grain onsight with Irish peat and various woods and for creating insanely tasty product. Ty is a real chaser of the craft.