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Sanwa Shurui: The World's Greatest Spirits Maker Nobody's Ever Heard Of? (ep. 62)

Japan Distilled - July 19, 2023 04:57 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 62, our hosts dive into our 2nd ever shochu distillery profile. This one for Sanwa Shurui, makers of iichiko shochu.

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Soba Shochu (ep. 61)

Japan Distilled - July 12, 2023 00:53 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In the 61st episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, at long last your hosts dive into soba shochu.

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63: Essential Oil Plant Families: A Guide to Aromatherapy's Building Blocks

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - June 29, 2023 15:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
Join Liz as she takes you on a journey into the enchanting and diverse world of essential oil plant families. What You Will Hear in Episode 63: What is a plant family? What quantifies a plant to be included in a specific botanical family? Examples of human families vs plant families Why yo...

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Koji Cocktails on the Rise (ep. 60)

Japan Distilled - June 20, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In the 60th episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, your hosts take a long, hard look at koji cocktails. That is, cocktails made with koji based spirits.

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The Charming Mitosaya Botanical Distillery (Ep. 59)

Japan Distilled - June 02, 2023 21:36 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In Episode 59 of The Japan Distilled Podcast, your co-hosts profile Mitosaya Botanical Distillery in Chiba Prefecture, makers of some of the most interesting eau de vie we’ve ever tried. 

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BONUS EPISODE! Japan Distilled Koji Spirits Cocktail Competition Results (ep. 58B)

Japan Distilled - May 19, 2023 14:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In this bonus episode addendum to the 58th episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, guest host Matt Alt joins Stephen Lyman to reveal and discuss the finalists for the 1st ever Japan Distilled Koji Spirits Cocktail Competition.

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The Origins of Japanese Cocktail Culture (ep. 58)

Japan Distilled - May 16, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In the 58th episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, guest host Matt Alt joins Stephen Lyman to discuss the origins of Japanese cocktail culture.

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Funky Sanaburi Shochu (Ep. 57)

Japan Distilled - April 25, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 57 of the Japan Distilled podcast, your host Stephen Lyman is joined by author and podcaster Jim Rion for a deep dive on sanaburi shochu, one of the original forms of kasutori shochu.

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A Hidden Treasure: Ryukyu Awamori (Ep. 56)

Japan Distilled - April 11, 2023 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 56 of the Japan Distilled podcast, your hosts Christopher Pellegrini & Stephen Lyman dive deeper into Ryukyu Awamori, which is the oldest distilling tradition in Japan.

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The $200 Koji Spirits Home Bar Challenge (ep. 55)

Japan Distilled - March 17, 2023 02:19 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 55 of the Japan Distilled podcast, Stephen & Christopher try to build a $200 USD home bar full of delicious koji spirits.

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62: Cypress Essential Oil: Benefits, Uses, and DIY Recipes

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - March 09, 2023 18:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
Join me in this coniferous episode as I delve into the healing powers of Cypress essential oil and uncover its numerous benefits and versatile uses. You will discover how this aromatic powerhouse can support your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. What You Will Hear in Episode 62: ...

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Spirits Dilution is Underrated (ep. 54)

Japan Distilled - March 03, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 54 of the Japan Distilled podcast, we discuss something that is almost never talked about in spirits. Dilution. Nearly all distilled beverage alcohol has water added before bottling. Why is that? And why is it so incredibly important in Japan?

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The Improbable Journey of Jokichi Takamine, Pt 2 (Ep. 53)

Japan Distilled - February 16, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In the 53rd episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, we complete Jokichi Takamine's improbable journey and reflect on his legacy. This is the 2nd in a 2 part series so if you missed episode 52, we recommend you go back and have a listen about Jokichi Takamine's formative years.

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The Improbable Journey of Jokichi Takamine, Pt. 1 (Ep. 52)

Japan Distilled - February 03, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In the 52nd episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, we take you through the foundational years of the improbable and remarkable journey of the first Japanese person to ever make whiskey: Jokichi Takamine. It's probably not too much to say that Jokichi Takamine is the most important Japanese immi...

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A Year of Drinking Less Dangerously (Ep. 51)

Japan Distilled - January 17, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In our 51st episode we take stock of things and decide to reflect on the effects alcohol has on our bodies while considering ways to more safely enjoy these drinks we know and love.

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Our First Ever Spirits Q&A (Ep. 50)

Japan Distilled - December 30, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In 50th episode we have a little spirits Q&A fun with our hosts answering listener questions about topics ranging from underrated distilleries to Casper the Friendly Ghost.

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Introducing the Furusawa Distillery (Ep. 49)

Japan Distilled - December 24, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 49, our hosts profile Furusawa Distillery, the only distillery in Japan that has had not just one, but two female presidents. Includes a brief interview with current toji, Masako Furusawa, who is the 5th generation owner.

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Weird, Unusual, Uncanny Shochu (Ep. 48)

Japan Distilled - December 06, 2022 02:03 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 48, our hosts have a little fun by jumping into the weird, unusual, or shall we even say, uncanny shochu styles that make up a sliver of the category, but make shochu such an odd spirit to categorize.

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Oita 100% Barley Shochu (Ep. 47)

Japan Distilled - November 17, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 47, our hosts move beyond WTO Geographic Indications and begin exploring regional styles that do not have GI protection. Easily, the one most associated with a specific region is Oita 100% barley shochu.

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61: Natural Relief for Acute Bronchitis: Essential Oils and Wellness Protocol

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - November 10, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
Summary: In this informative episode, we explore the natural approach to treating acute bronchitis using the power of essential oils.  Join me, your host Liz Fulcher, as I share my own personal experience with acute bronchitis and tell the method I used to choose my essential oils based on thei...

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AWP 061: Treating Acute Bronchitis with Essential Oils and a Wellness Protocol

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - November 10, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
In today's episode, I'm sharing the story of when had a one-time bout with Acute Bronchitis and the essential oils I used for treating and healing the issue. I will also share the specific methods of application protocol I created that helped with my getting better fast!  What You Will Hear in ...

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60: Misadventures with Essential Oils (or Dumb Mistakes I've Made) + Essential Oil Safety Guidelines

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - November 03, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
Summary: Get ready for a laughter and gasp-filled episode as I share some of my most embarrassing blunders and lessons learned over the past three decades using essential oils. I get transparent and share eight mini-stories about those moments when I wasn't careful. Then I’ll give you a list o...

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AWP 060: 8 Dumb Mistakes I've Made with Essential Oils + Essential Oil Safety Guidelines

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - November 03, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
In episode 60, I get transparent and share 8 mini-stories about those times in my decades of using essential oils when I wasn't careful. Then I’ll give you a list of essential oil safety guidelines so you can safely enjoy essential oils without having a history of embarrassing stories like me! N...

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Is Terroir a Dirty Word in Spirits? (Ep. 46)

Japan Distilled - October 28, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In episode 46 of the Japan Distilled podcast, our hosts tackled a a thorny topic. The concept of terroir in spirits.

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AWP 059: Make an Antibacterial Lemon Cleaning Scrub!

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - October 27, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
In this episode What you will hear in Episode 59 Health Hazards of Commercial Cleaning Ingredients Four items you Need to Naturally Clean Your Home  Essential Oils Great for Natural Cleaning Lemon Cleaning Scrub Recipe  Resources and Links Ten Therapeutic Uses for Hydrosols webinar hosted...

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59: Easy DIY Lemon Cleaning Scrub with Essential Oils

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - October 27, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
Summary: Discover the power of natural cleaning with your own easy DIY Lemon Cleaning Scrub!  In this episode, I will share my own DIY recipe for an easy-to-make cleaning scrub using the refreshing scent of lemon and the potency of essential oils, combined with other natural ingredients.   Join...

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58: Unveiling the Wonders of Frankincense Hydrosol: Ten Benefits and Uses for Well-being

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - October 20, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
In today's show, I delve into the captivating world of frankincense hydrosol, exploring its remarkable benefits and sharing ten versatile uses for holistic well-being. Join me, your host Liz Fulcher, as I uncover the therapeutic properties of this ancient aromatic treasure, offering insights a...

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AWP 058: 10 Ways to Use and Benefit from Frankincense Hydrosol

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - October 20, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
In today's show, Liz will share ten benefits and methods of application of Frankincense Hydrosol (Boswellia sacra). What You Will Hear in Episode 58: Liz shares how episode 58 evolved after her computer crashed.  How Frankincense Hydrosol is created Benefits and Uses of Frankincense Hydrosol...

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Introducing Tanuki Shochu's Founders (Ep. 45)

Japan Distilled - October 14, 2022 01:09 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratings
In the 45th episode of the Japan Distilled podcast, your host Stephen Lyman has a fun chat with the founders of Africa's first shochu, Tanuki. Brought to South Africa by founders Brock Kuhlman and Ulrich Terblanche.

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AWP 057: Essential Oils for Sciatic Pain, 3 Methods of Use and a DIY Massage Recipe

Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcast with Liz Fulcher - October 13, 2022 17:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 115 ratings
What you will hear in Episode 57: What is Sciatica Nerve Pain? About the Sciatic Nerve The Symptoms of Sciatic Nerve Pain What Causes Sciatica? Who is most at Risk of developing Sciatic Nerve Pain? How Aromatherapy can help Resolve Sciatica Essential Oils to Consider for Sciatica Relief a...

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