Elizabeth McCall

CHRIS MORRIS

And....we're BACK, talking about some of my favorite subjects: bourbon, very fancy thousand dollar mint juleps, and the Kentucky Derby! This week's guests are Chris Morris and Elizabeth McCall, the Master Distiller and Assistant Master Distiller, respectively of Woodford Reserve, the official bourbon and Presenting Sponsor of the Kentucky Derby. On the eve of “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports” I invite you to take a moment, pour out a little Woodford, and pre-game with us.   This week's featured cocktail is the traditional Derby Day cocktail:       Mint Julep 2 ounces Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey 1/2 ounce simple syrup 3 Fresh Mint Leaves Crushed Ice Powdered Sugar - optional.   Express the essential oils in the mint and rub them inside the glass. Add simple syrup, bourbon, and crushed ice to the glass and stir. Garnish with more ice, fresh mint, and powdered sugar.        Woodford Reserve Link: Website     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

And....we're BACK, talking about some of my favorite subjects: bourbon, very fancy thousand dollar mint juleps, and the Kentucky Derby! This week's guests are Chris Morris and Elizabeth McCall, the Master Distiller and Assistant Master Distiller, respectively of Woodford Reserve, the official bourbon and Presenting Sponsor of the Kentucky Derby. On the eve of “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports” I invite you to take a moment, pour out a little Woodford, and pre-game with us. This week's featured cocktail is the traditional Derby Day cocktail: Mint Julep 2 ounces Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey 1/2 ounce simple syrup 3 Fresh Mint Leaves Crushed Ice Powdered Sugar - optional.   Express the essential oils in the mint and rub them inside the glass. Add simple syrup, bourbon, and crushed ice to the glass and stir. Garnish with more ice, fresh mint, and powdered sugar.   Woodford Reserve Link: <a href="https://www.woodfordreserve.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 108: Woodford Reserve & The Kentucky Derby with Master Distiller Chris Morris, Assistant Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall

This week's guests are Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski, the husband and wife team behind Lost Lantern, a new independent bottler of American craft whiskey modeled after the long tradition of independent bottlers in Scotland.        This week's featured cocktail is a Penicillin variation using Lost Lantern's American Vatted Malt:    AVM #1 Penicillin 2 ounces Lost Lantern American Vatted Malt Edition No 1.  3/4 ounce *honey-ginger syrup 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice 1/4 ounce Colkegan Single Malt, Lost Lantern Santa Fe Spirits Single Malt Single Cask, or any mesquite-smoked single malt candied ginger for garnish   Combine Vatted Malt, honey-ginger syrup, lemon juice, and ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Float the mesquite-smoked single malt and garnish with candied ginger.      Lost Lantern Link: Website Instagram     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

This week's guests are Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski, the husband and wife team behind Lost Lantern, a new independent bottler of American craft whiskey modeled after the long tradition of independent bottlers in Scotland.   This week's featured cocktail is a Penicillin variation using Lost Lantern's American Vatted Malt:   AVM #1 Penicillin 2 ounces Lost Lantern American Vatted Malt Edition No 1.  3/4 ounce *honey-ginger syrup 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice 1/4 ounce Colkegan Single Malt, Lost Lantern Santa Fe Spirits Single Malt Single Cask, or any mesquite-smoked single malt candied ginger for garnish   Combine Vatted Malt, honey-ginger syrup, lemon juice, and ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Float the mesquite-smoked single malt and garnish with candied ginger.   Lost Lantern Link: <a href="https://www.lostlanternwhiskey.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lostlanternwhiskey/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 107: Lost Lantern— A New Independent Bottler of American Whiskey

Morgan McLachlan

This week's guest is Morgan McLachlan, co-founder and Master Distiller behind Los Angeles based distillery The Spirit Guild and AMASS. AMASS is Morgan's most recent project and it takes inspiration from the vast botanicals that grow and are indigenous to Southern California. Morgan and I discuss Los Angeles terroir, our Pacific Northwest roots, and how she likens the technique and art of distilling to her time in the film industry behind the camera.   This week's featured cocktail is the Vesper using AMASS Gin &amp; Vodka:    AMASS Vesper 3 oz AMASS Gin 1 oz AMASS Vodka 1/2 ounce Lillet Blanc Aperitif lemon twist for garnish   Add all ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass. Stir until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon twist.    AMASS Links: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

This week's guest is Morgan McLachlan, co-founder and Master Distiller behind Los Angeles based distillery The Spirit Guild and AMASS. AMASS is Morgan's most recent project and it takes inspiration from the vast botanicals that grow and are indigenous to Southern California. Morgan and I discuss Los Angeles terroir, our Pacific Northwest roots, and how she likens the technique and art of distilling to her time in the film industry behind the camera.   This week's featured cocktail is the Vesper using AMASS Gin &amp; Vodka:   AMASS Vesper 3 oz AMASS Gin 1 oz AMASS Vodka 1/2 ounce Lillet Blanc Aperitif lemon twist for garnish   Add all ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass. Stir until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon twist.   AMASS Links: <a href="https://amass.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amass.botanics/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/amass_botanics" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/amass.botanics" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 106: Botanical Driven Spirits & LA Terroir with AMASS Distiller Morgan McLachlan

David Vitale

This week's guest is David Vitale, founder of Australian whisky brand Starward. David and I discussed the unique quality that red wine barrels bring to Starward, the fascinating history of Australian whisky, and his recent move to the states in order to help his brand thrive here.   Inverted Manhattan 2 oz Dolin Rouge Vermouth 1 oz Starward Two-Fold Australian Whisky 2-3 dashes Peychaud's Bitters Cocktail Cherry for Garnish   Add all ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass. Stir until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a cherry.   Starward Whisky Links: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

This week's guest is David Vitale, founder of Australian whisky brand <a href="https://usa.starward.com.au/store?gclid=CjwKCAiAtej9BRAvEiwA0UAWXifIYL7xOcCopaoj1CodfJJ1Y9ynLpu6zF6xR4OrZ4g1Wc7dOjRc-xoCcmIQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Starward</a>. David and I discussed the unique quality that red wine barrels bring to Starward, the fascinating history of Australian whisky, and his recent move to the states in order to help his brand thrive here.   Inverted Manhattan 2 oz Dolin Rouge Vermouth 1 oz <a href="https://usa.starward.com.au/products/two-fold" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Starward Two-Fold Australian Whisky</a> 2-3 dashes Peychaud's Bitters Cocktail Cherry for Garnish   Add all ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass. Stir until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a cherry.   Starward Whisky Links: <a href="https://starward.com.au" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/starwardwhisky/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/StarwardWhisky" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/starwardwhisky" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 105: Australia's Starward Whisky with Founder David Vitale

Paul Feig

Award-winning director and producer Paul Feig is this week's guest, discussing his new, exciting project: Artingstall's Brilliant London Dry Gin.   This week's featured cocktail is Paul Feig's original cocktail recipe, the Deep End:    Deep End 1.5 oz Artingstall's Brilliant London Dry Gin 1 oz Cointreau .5 oz Fresh Lime Juice .5 oz Blue Curacao lime wheel, garnish   Add all ingredients to an ice-filled shaker. Shake until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.    Artingstall's Gin Links: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook Paul Feig's Instagram     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

Award-winning director and producer Paul Feig is this week's guest, discussing his new, exciting project: <a href="https://www.artingstallsgin.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Artingstall's Brilliant London Dry Gin</a>.   This week's featured cocktail is Paul Feig's original cocktail recipe, the Deep End:   Deep End 1.5 oz <a href="https://www.artingstallsgin.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Artingstall's Brilliant London Dry Gin</a> 1 oz Cointreau .5 oz Fresh Lime Juice .5 oz Blue Curacao lime wheel, garnish   Add all ingredients to an ice-filled shaker. Shake until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.   Artingstall's Gin Links: <a href="https://www.artingstallsgin.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/artingstallsgin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/artingstallsgin" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArtingstallsGin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/paulfeig/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Feig's Instagram</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 104: Artingstall's Gin with Paul Feig

Raj Peter Bhakta

Bhakta Brandy

Raj Peter Bhakta has been a successful entrepreneur, a former contestant on The Apprentice, and even a political candidate. But he is best known in the spirits industry as the founder of the premium rye whiskey brand WhistlePig. After selling the popular brand last year, Raj has now moved on to reviving another spirits category that has long been under appreciated - Armagnac brandy. BHAKTA Brandy, launched over the summer, is a blend of 8 Armagnac vintages 50-152 years old, and finished in Islay Scotch casks. Raj and I discuss his move from whiskey to brandy, the story behind these hidden vintages, and why you should be buying these bottles of history now.     BHAKTA Brandy Links: Website Instagram Facebook Raj's Instagram     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

<a href="https://bhaktabrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Raj Peter Bhakta</a> has been a successful entrepreneur, a former contestant on The Apprentice, and even a political candidate. But he is best known in the spirits industry as the founder of the premium rye whiskey brand WhistlePig. After selling the popular brand last year, Raj has now moved on to reviving another spirits category that has long been under appreciated - Armagnac brandy. <a href="bhaktabrandy.com/?utm_source=bitbyafox&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=bitbyafox&amp;utm_content=bitbyafox&amp;placement=none" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BHAKTA Brandy</a>, launched over the summer, is a blend of 8 Armagnac vintages 50-152 years old, and finished in Islay Scotch casks. Raj and I discuss his move from whiskey to brandy, the story behind these hidden vintages, and why you should be buying these bottles of history now.    BHAKTA Brandy Links: <a href="bhaktabrandy.com/?utm_source=bitbyafox&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=bitbyafox&amp;utm_content=bitbyafox&amp;placement=none" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bhaktabrandy/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bhaktabrandy/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rajpeterbhakta/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Raj's Instagram</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 103: BHAKTA Brandy with Raj Peter Bhakta

In continuation of National Bourbon Heritage Month - and the last episode in our Bourbon series - this week's guests are Peggy Noe Stevens and Susan Reigler, authors of Which Fork Do I Use With My Bourbon? Setting the Table for Tastings, Food Pairings, Dinners, and Cocktail Parties. This week's featured cocktail is Susan's recipe for a Manhattan: Manhattan  3 ounces bourbon 1 ounce sweet vermouth 2 dashes Angostura bitters 1 stemmed cherry for garnish  Combine the bourbon, vermouth, and bitters in a mixing beaker with ice and stir until well chilled. Strain into a chilled, stemmed cocktail glass or coupe glass. Garnish with the cherry.     Links: Book Peggy Noe Stevens Susan Reigler     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

In continuation of National Bourbon Heritage Month - and the last episode in our Bourbon series - this week's guests are Peggy Noe Stevens and Susan Reigler, authors of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Which-Fork-Use-Bourbon-Limestone/dp/1949669092" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Which Fork Do I Use With My Bourbon? Setting the Table for Tastings, Food Pairings, Dinners, and Cocktail Parties</a>. This week's featured cocktail is Susan's recipe for a Manhattan: Manhattan 3 ounces bourbon 1 ounce sweet vermouth 2 dashes Angostura bitters 1 stemmed cherry for garnish Combine the bourbon, vermouth, and bitters in a mixing beaker with ice and stir until well chilled. Strain into a chilled, stemmed cocktail glass or coupe glass. Garnish with the cherry.   Links: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Which-Fork-Use-Bourbon-Limestone/dp/1949669092" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Book</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Peggy-Noe-Stevens/e/B079L79BXW/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Peggy Noe Stevens</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Susan-Reigler/e/B001JSDZI6/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Susan Reigler</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 102: Which Fork Do I Use With My Bourbon? 

Trey Zoeller

In continuation of National Bourbon Heritage Month, this week's guest is Trey Zoeller, founder of Jefferson’s Bourbon, a collection of small batch bourbons founded in 1997, before there was a 'craft' spirits industry. Trey and I discussed his family's deep connection to Kentucky bourbon, Jefferson’s early days before the bourbon boom when he could barely give the stuff away, and his experimental approach to aging whiskey on a shark tagging vessel.   This week's featured "cocktail" is how Trey prefers to drink Jefferson's Small Batch, Trey's Favorite - poured over a large rock, with a few dashes of spiced bitters, and a twist.    Jefferson's Bourbon Links: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

In continuation of National Bourbon Heritage Month, this week's guest is Trey Zoeller, founder of <a href="https://jeffersonsbourbon.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jefferson’s Bourbon</a>, a collection of small batch bourbons founded in 1997, before there was a 'craft' spirits industry. Trey and I discussed his family's deep connection to Kentucky bourbon, Jefferson’s early days before the bourbon boom when he could barely give the stuff away, and his experimental approach to aging whiskey on a shark tagging vessel.   This week's featured "cocktail" is how Trey prefers to drink Jefferson's Small Batch, Trey's Favorite - poured over a large rock, with a few dashes of spiced bitters, and a twist.    Jefferson's Bourbon Links: <a href="https://jeffersonsbourbon.com/products/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_content=upperfunnelsearchfy21&amp;utm_campaign=GGL_%7C_NBD_%7CBroad_%7C_Core_%7C_UFC_%7C_Jefferson%27s_%7C_Home&amp;utm_term=+bourbon&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwtZH7BRDzARIsAGjbK2aqmxdNHvOQQEAzgKxep5ggsHdkE5HwdYP371urMSciUd_SwWwsMicaAgLlEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jeffersonsbourbon/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JeffsBourbon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Eembeddedtimeline%7Ctwterm%5Eprofile%3AJeffsBourbon&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fjeffersonsbourbon.com%2Fsocial%2F" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jeffersonsbourbon/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 101: Jefferson's Bourbon with Founder Trey Zoeller

George Dickel

Nicole Austin

September is National Bourbon Heritage Month and The Bit by a Fox Podcast will have a new bourbon focused episode every Friday. This week our guest is Nicole Austin, the charming head distiller at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. better known as the George Dickel distillery. Nicole has proven herself to be a gifted distiller, helping to bring home multiple awards in her first few years of working for this storied Tennessee whisky brand established in the 1870s. But she's also been a huge advocate for the distilling industry in general, and is widely respected for her groundbreaking work in all aspects of the business. We got to touch on all of that, and talk about the newest Dickel expression the fantastic Bottled in Bond.     Nicole's Links Instagram   George Dickel Tennessee Whisky Links: Website Instagram YouTube Facebook     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

September is National Bourbon Heritage Month and The Bit by a Fox Podcast will have a new bourbon focused episode every Friday. This week our guest is Nicole Austin, the charming head distiller at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. better known as the <a href="https://www.georgedickel.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">George Dickel</a> distillery. Nicole has proven herself to be a gifted distiller, helping to bring home multiple awards in her first few years of working for this storied Tennessee whisky brand established in the 1870s. But she's also been a huge advocate for the distilling industry in general, and is widely respected for her groundbreaking work in all aspects of the business. We got to touch on all of that, and talk about the newest Dickel expression the fantastic Bottled in Bond.   Nicole's Links <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicolemarieaustin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>   George Dickel Tennessee Whisky Links: <a href="https://www.georgedickel.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgedickel/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/GeorgeDickelUS" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeDickel" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 100: Distiller Nicole Austin and George Dickel Tennessee Whisky

David Whitmer

September is National Bourbon Heritage Month and The Bit by a Fox Podcast will have a new bourbon focused episode every Friday. This week we are kicking off the festivities with an interview with MGP's David Whitmer, the master blender behind the distillery's award-winning brands, including the coveted Remus Repeal Reserve. With the September 1st launch of the Series IV expression, we discuss the consumer excitement behind this fourth release, why the launch was chosen to be before the traditional Repeal Day this year, and the legendary story of lawyer, bootlegger, bon vivant, George Remus - the inspiration behind the brand.   This week's featured cocktail is a Sazerac featuring Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV:   Remus Sazerac  2 oz Remus Repeal Reserve bar spoon Absinthe 4 dashes Bitters 1/4 oz maple syrup  Garnish: Lemon Peel   Add absinthe to a rocks glass, swirl it around to coat the glass and dump out remaining liquid, then set aside. Add the rest of the ingredients with ice. Stir until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with large ice cube. Twist lemon oils into drink. Discard or add to the glass.      Links: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook     Bit by a Fox Links:  Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter Podcast Music

September is National Bourbon Heritage Month and The Bit by a Fox Podcast will have a new bourbon focused episode every Friday. This week we are kicking off the festivities with an interview with MGP's David Whitmer, the master blender behind the distillery's award-winning brands, including the coveted Remus Repeal Reserve. With the September 1st launch of the Series IV expression, we discuss the consumer excitement behind this fourth release, why the launch was chosen to be before the traditional Repeal Day this year, and the legendary story of lawyer, bootlegger, bon vivant, George Remus - the inspiration behind the brand.   This week's featured cocktail is a Sazerac featuring Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV:   Remus Sazerac 2 oz Remus Repeal Reserve bar spoon Absinthe 4 dashes Bitters 1/4 oz maple syrup  Garnish: Lemon Peel   Add absinthe to a rocks glass, swirl it around to coat the glass and dump out remaining liquid, then set aside. Add the rest of the ingredients with ice. Stir until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with large ice cube. Twist lemon oils into drink. Discard or add to the glass.   Links: <a href="https://georgeremus.com/the-bourbon/remus-repeal-reserve-series/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgeremusbourbon/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/georgeremus" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeRemusBourbon" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Music</a>

Episode 99: MGP Master Blender, David Whitmer & Remus Repeal Reserve

A boozy podcast with bite! Each week, host Prairie Rose, founder of the award-winning cocktail and spirits blog Bit by a Fox, will talk drinking culture, imbibing through history, and what’s trending today in the world of intoxicants. She’ll talk to the personalities and experts behind the booze - from scientists and historians to master distillers, wine makers and industry insiders. Every week She'll uncover the hidden stories behind the glass, with plenty of cocktail party fodder to spare. Follow the Bit by a Fox blog for updates, recipes and show news, and @bitbyafox on Instagram for behind the scenes. Hosted, edited and produced by Prairie Rose. Music from Human Worldwide.

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The art of drinking thouthfully

Bit by a Fox Podcast

Lucy Ellis

This week we’re talking about one of MY favorite spirits, GIN. And one of my favorite gins, Sipsmith London Dry Gin!   I recently got to catch up with Sipsmith Gin's West Coast Brand Ambassador, the very charming Lucy Ellis. We talk about her journey from the UK to NY and ultimately, Los Angeles. And how Sipsmith Gin paved the way for craft distilling in London and across the country.     This week's cocktail is Lucy’s take on a very booze forward Gin &amp; Tonic, named after her husband's grandparents, the Dar &amp; Elmer.*   Dar &amp; Elmer Add 3 oz of Sipsmith London Dry Gin to a rocks glass and fill with two large cubes. Top with a splash of tonic. Add a lemon twist AND a green olive.      *recipe with pics on the Bit by a Fox Blog    Links: Sipsmith London Dry Gin Lucy's Instagram Sipsmith Instagram  Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week we’re talking about one of MY favorite spirits, GIN. And one of my favorite gins, Sipsmith London Dry Gin!   I recently got to catch up with Sipsmith Gin's West Coast Brand Ambassador, the very charming Lucy Ellis. We talk about her journey from the UK to NY and ultimately, Los Angeles. And how Sipsmith Gin paved the way for craft distilling in London and across the country.    This week's cocktail is Lucy’s take on a very booze forward Gin &amp; Tonic, named after her husband's grandparents, the Dar &amp; Elmer.*   Dar &amp; Elmer Add 3 oz of Sipsmith London Dry Gin to a rocks glass and fill with two large cubes. Top with a splash of tonic. Add a lemon twist AND a green olive.    *recipe with pics on the Bit by a Fox Blog   Links: <a href="https://sipsmith.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sipsmith London Dry Gin</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lucyellisdrinks/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lucy's Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sipsmith/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sipsmith Instagram</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 53: Sipsmith Gin with Lucy Ellis

Yael Vengroff

This week is our second installment of the Bartender Series - The Master Blend. In collaboration with Bertoux Brandy, the Bit by a Fox Podcast will host a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This second interview is with Yael Vengroff, one of the most decorated young bartenders out there.  While she runs the award winning cocktail program at The Spare Room in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, she has her hands in a number of other LA bars, and still makes time to feed her love of dancing and movement. We discussed the importance of body mechanics in her personal and professional life, and how creating a strict sense of structure actually helps to free up her wild child creativity.    Yael Vengroff’s BERTOUX Brandy cocktail:   East Broadway Sour 2 oz BERTOUX Brandy .74 oz Lemon Juice .75 oz Chinese 5 Spice Syrup 2 dashes Toasted Pecan Bitters 1 oz Red Wine Float   Shake all ingredients, except the wine, over ice. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Float 1 oz of a full bodied red wine. Garnish with orange wheel &amp; grated nutmeg.  LinksBERTOUX Brandy The Spare Room in The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel Genghis Cohen Yael Vengroff's Instagram Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week is our second installment of the Bartender Series - The Master Blend. In collaboration with Bertoux Brandy, the Bit by a Fox Podcast will host a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This second interview is with Yael Vengroff, one of the most decorated young bartenders out there.  While she runs the award winning cocktail program at The Spare Room in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, she has her hands in a number of other LA bars, and still makes time to feed her love of dancing and movement. We discussed the importance of body mechanics in her personal and professional life, and how creating a strict sense of structure actually helps to free up her wild child creativity.    Yael Vengroff’s <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail:   East Broadway Sour 2 oz BERTOUX Brandy .74 oz Lemon Juice .75 oz Chinese 5 Spice Syrup 2 dashes Toasted Pecan Bitters 1 oz Red Wine Float   Shake all ingredients, except the wine, over ice. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Float 1 oz of a full bodied red wine. Garnish with orange wheel &amp; grated nutmeg. Links<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> <a href="http://www.spareroomhollywood.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Spare Room in The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel</a> <a href="http://www.genghiscohen.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Genghis Cohen</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/asapstormborn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yael Vengroff's Instagram</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend - A Bartender Series: Yael Vengroff

Now that we're officially into the second season, there's going to be a few changes around these parts. Listen in on this shot-sized episode for all details! And find out next week's guest! Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

Now that we're officially into the second season, there's going to be a few changes around these parts. Listen in on this shot-sized episode for all details! And find out next week's guest! Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 51: Season Two Announcement 

Michael Kudra

This week we’re continuing our Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy. This bi-weekly series of interviews will have each bartender discuss their distinct style, biggest inspirations, and how they’re making their mark on today’s cocktail culture. This week’s guest is Michael Kudra, head bartender at the three Michelin starred restaurant Quince in San Francisco. Kudra, formerly from Chicago’s famed Aviary, moved to California in 2017 to take over the fine dining bar program at Quince. We discussed how his move to California has helped to encourage his biggest inspirations behind the bar. Michael's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail currently featured at San Francisco's Quince Restaurant:  THE NATURALIST   1.5 oz. BERTOUX Brandy 1/3 oz. Amaro Nonino    1/3 oz. Aperol     1/3 oz. Lillet Rose     .5 oz. of Lemon Sherbet     .5 oz. Acid-Adjusted Grapefruit Juice      2 Dashes Lemon Saline      Shake, double-strain and garnish with Grapefruit Pearls.    Serve up, in a Japanese Martini Glass.   Links: Bertoux BrandyWebsite Instagram Quince Restaurant Website InstagramTwitter Facebook Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week we’re continuing our Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>. This bi-weekly series of interviews will have each bartender discuss their distinct style, biggest inspirations, and how they’re making their mark on today’s cocktail culture. This week’s guest is Michael Kudra, head bartender at the three Michelin starred restaurant Quince in San Francisco. Kudra, formerly from Chicago’s famed Aviary, moved to California in 2017 to take over the fine dining bar program at Quince. We discussed how his move to California has helped to encourage his biggest inspirations behind the bar. Michael's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail currently featured at San Francisco's <a href="https://www.quincerestaurant.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Quince Restaurant</a>: THE NATURALIST   1.5 oz. <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> 1/3 oz. Amaro Nonino   1/3 oz. Aperol   1/3 oz. Lillet Rose   .5 oz. of Lemon Sherbet   .5 oz. Acid-Adjusted Grapefruit Juice    2 Dashes Lemon Saline    Shake, double-strain and garnish with Grapefruit Pearls.   Serve up, in a Japanese Martini Glass.  Links: Bertoux Brandy<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bertouxbrandy/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Quince Restaurant <a href="https://www.quincerestaurant.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/quince_sf/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/quincesf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Quince-Restaurant-San-Francisco/319643748150496" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend: A Bartender Series - Michael Kudra

This week, we’re continuing our Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy. This week’s guest is Aaron Michael Siak, bar director at Bibo Ergo Sum in Los Angeles. We spoke about Aaron's career change at 29 from public accounting to fine dining, his discovery of craft cocktails at The Franklin Bar in Philadelphia, and his journey from Philly to LA. Siak's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail currently featured at Bibo Ergo Sum:  'TELLE ME ABOUT IT   1 dash absinthe  2 dash orange bitters   4 dash Peychauds bitters  3/4 oz lime juice  1 oz celery syrup   1/2 tsp Hamilton Pimento Dram Liqueur   Tsp Batavia arrack    1/4 oz Uruapan Charanda Blanco Rum  1 1/2 oz Bertoux Brandy      Add ingredients to cocktail shaker and shake over ice. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass. Top with tonic, and garnish with fresh mint    Links:   Bertoux BrandyWebsite Instagram Bibo Ergo Sum Website Instagram Facebook Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week, we’re continuing our Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>. This week’s guest is Aaron Michael Siak, bar director at Bibo Ergo Sum in Los Angeles. We spoke about Aaron's career change at 29 from public accounting to fine dining, his discovery of craft cocktails at The Franklin Bar in Philadelphia, and his journey from Philly to LA. Siak's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail currently featured at Bibo Ergo Sum: 'TELLE ME ABOUT IT  1 dash absinthe 2 dash orange bitters 4 dash Peychauds bitters 3/4 oz lime juice 1 oz celery syrup 1/2 tsp Hamilton Pimento Dram Liqueur Tsp Batavia arrack  1/4 oz Uruapan Charanda Blanco Rum 1 1/2 oz Bertoux Brandy   Add ingredients to cocktail shaker and shake over ice. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass. Top with tonic, and garnish with fresh mint Links: Bertoux Brandy<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bertouxbrandy/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Bibo Ergo Sum <a href="https://www.biboergosumla.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/biboergosumla/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/biboergosumla" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend: A Bartender Series - Aaron Michael Siak

Maggie Hoffman

For this week’s episode, we feature Maggie Hoffman and her recent book  “The One-Bottle Cocktail”, a collection of drinks recipes with a seasonal and culinary bent that focuses on using just one type of spirit per drink. We spoke about what ingredients can replace liqueurs and amaros and modifiers in a cocktail so you don’t have to spend a ton of money to make your favorite drinks.  The featured cocktail this week is a refreshing strawberry-gin drink, created by Shannon Tebay Sidle of New York’s Slowly Shirley and Death &amp; Co. Slippery When Wet- Makes 1 drink 1 large or 2 small ripe strawberries, halved ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice ½ ounce undiluted honey 2 ounces gin 1 heaping teaspoon plain Greek yogurt Garnish: freshly ground black pepper and a vertical slice of strawberry Combine strawberries, lemon juice, and honey in a cocktail shaker and muddle until well broken up. Add gin and Greek yogurt and fill shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Fill a rocks glass with crushed ice, then double-strain cocktail into it. Grind black pepper on top and garnish with the strawberry slice. links:  Maggie Hoffman's Website The One-Bottle Cocktail   Maggie Hoffman's Social Links: Instagram Facebook Twitter   Bit by a Fox: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

For this week’s episode, we feature Maggie Hoffman and her recent book  “The One-Bottle Cocktail”, a collection of drinks recipes with a seasonal and culinary bent that focuses on using just one type of spirit per drink. We spoke about what ingredients can replace liqueurs and amaros and modifiers in a cocktail so you don’t have to spend a ton of money to make your favorite drinks.  The featured cocktail this week is a refreshing strawberry-gin drink, created by Shannon Tebay Sidle of New York’s Slowly Shirley and Death &amp; Co. Slippery When Wet- Makes 1 drink 1 large or 2 small ripe strawberries, halved ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice ½ ounce undiluted honey 2 ounces gin 1 heaping teaspoon plain Greek yogurt Garnish: freshly ground black pepper and a vertical slice of strawberry Combine strawberries, lemon juice, and honey in a cocktail shaker and muddle until well broken up. Add gin and Greek yogurt and fill shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Fill a rocks glass with crushed ice, then double-strain cocktail into it. Grind black pepper on top and garnish with the strawberry slice. links:  <a href="https://maggiejhoffman.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maggie Hoffman's Website</a> <a href="https://maggiejhoffman.wordpress.com/the-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The One-Bottle Cocktail</a>   Maggie Hoffman's Social Links: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maggiejhoffman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/maggiejhoffman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/maggiejhoffman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>   Bit by a Fox: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 19: The One-Bottle Cocktail with Maggie Hoffman

Nicolas Torres

This week, we’re continuing our Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy. This bi-weekly series of interviews will have each bartender discuss their distinct style, biggest inspirations, and how they’re making their mark on today’s cocktail culture. This week’s guest is Nicolas Torres, owner and bar director at popular San Francisco bar True Laurel. We spoke about what it takes to create a sustainable cocktail bar, the California influence on True Laurel, and the lighter direction the drinks industry as a whole is taking.   Torres's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail currently featured at San Francisco's True Laurel:  SILK THE SHUCKER   .75 oz. Corn Cob infused BERTOUX Brandy  .75 oz. Amendoa (or Amaretto) .5 oz. Corn Silk-Infused Whiskey .25 oz. Lemon Juice .25 oz. Sweet Vermouth (Torino style)   Combine ingredients and add to 1.25 oz. of milk, let curdle and then strain, and strain again through collected curds until clear. Links:   Bertoux BrandyWebsite Instagram True Laurel Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week, we’re continuing our Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>. This bi-weekly series of interviews will have each bartender discuss their distinct style, biggest inspirations, and how they’re making their mark on today’s cocktail culture. This week’s guest is Nicolas Torres, owner and bar director at popular San Francisco bar True Laurel. We spoke about what it takes to create a sustainable cocktail bar, the California influence on True Laurel, and the lighter direction the drinks industry as a whole is taking.   Torres's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail currently featured at San Francisco's <a href="https://www.truelaurelsf.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">True Laurel</a>: SILK THE SHUCKER   .75 oz. Corn Cob infused BERTOUX Brandy .75 oz. Amendoa (or Amaretto) .5 oz. Corn Silk-Infused Whiskey .25 oz. Lemon Juice .25 oz. Sweet Vermouth (Torino style)   Combine ingredients and add to 1.25 oz. of milk, let curdle and then strain, and strain again through collected curds until clear. Links: Bertoux Brandy<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bertouxbrandy/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> True Laurel <a href="https://www.truelaurelsf.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/truelaurelsf/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/truelaurelsf/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/truelaurelsf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend: A Bartender Series - Nicolas Torres

Devon Tarby

This week is our third episode in the Bartender Interview Series - The Master Blend. In collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy, the Bit by a Fox Podcast is hosting a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This week's interview is with Devon Tarby who discusses her bartending beginnings at famed cocktail bar The Varnish where she met her future partners in the highly successful hospitality firm, Proprietors LLC, and what it's like to be nominated for a  James Beard Award.  Devon Tarby's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail: Perfect Timing 1.5 oz BERTOUX Brandy .75 oz Fusion Verjus Blanc .75 oz Ramazzotti Aperitivo .25 oz Giffard Creme de Peche 1 tsp. Simple Syrup 2 dashes acid Phosphate 2 drops of salt solution  Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into chilled cocktail coupe. Garnish with edible flower.LinksBERTOUX Brandy Proprietors, LLC Devon's Instagram Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week is our third episode in the Bartender Interview Series - The Master Blend. In collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>, the Bit by a Fox Podcast is hosting a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This week's interview is with <a href="http://proprietorsllc.com/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Devon Tarby</a> who discusses her bartending beginnings at famed cocktail bar <a href="https://213hospitality.com/the-varnish/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Varnish</a> where she met her future partners in the highly successful hospitality firm, <a href="http://proprietorsllc.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proprietors LLC</a>, and what it's like to be nominated for a <a href="https://www.eater.com/2019/4/26/18513497/james-beard-foundation-awards-2019-media-winners-cookbooks-journalism" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> James Beard Award</a>.  Devon Tarby's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail: Perfect Timing 1.5 oz BERTOUX Brandy .75 oz Fusion Verjus Blanc .75 oz Ramazzotti Aperitivo .25 oz Giffard Creme de Peche 1 tsp. Simple Syrup 2 dashes acid Phosphate 2 drops of salt solution Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into chilled cocktail coupe. Garnish with edible flower.Links<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> <a href="http://proprietorsllc.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proprietors, LLC</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tarbyparty/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Devon's Instagram</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend - A Bartender Series: Devon Tarby

Austin Hennelly

We’re closing out the year (and our second season!) with our last interview in the second chapter of the Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy. This week’s guest is Austin Hennelly, Head Bartender and the man behind the cocktails at David Chang's first Los Angeles restaurant - Majordomo. Austin moved out LA two years ago to open the restaurant after working at some of the most iconic bars in New York City - Dave Arnold's experimental Booker &amp; Dax, the little bitter jewel, Amor Y Amargo, and the James Beard Award winning Maison Premiere.   Hennelly's Grasshopper cocktail with BERTOUX Brandy, currently a secret off-the-menu item at Majordomo in Los Angeles:     Grasshopper 1 oz Tempus Fugit creme de cacao   1 oz Tempus Fugit creme de menthe   1 oz Bertoux brandy     2 oz Pistachio mix*     With all of these ingredients, build in a tulip glass. Fill glass with crushed ice and swizzle until cold. Garnish with an abundance of mint and two straws.       *Pistachio mix:  1 package jello brand pistachio pudding  3 cans Thai coconut milk 50 grams miso    Combine ingredients in a blender and blend till smooth.       Links:   Austin's Instagram Bertoux BrandyWebsite Instagram Majordomo Website Instagram Facebook Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

We’re closing out the year (and our second season!) with our last interview in the second chapter of the Bartender Interview Series, The Master Blend - a collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>. This week’s guest is Austin Hennelly, Head Bartender and the man behind the cocktails at David Chang's first Los Angeles restaurant - Majordomo. Austin moved out LA two years ago to open the restaurant after working at some of the most iconic bars in New York City - Dave Arnold's experimental Booker &amp; Dax, the little bitter jewel, Amor Y Amargo, and the James Beard Award winning Maison Premiere. Hennelly's Grasshopper cocktail with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>, currently a secret off-the-menu item at Majordomo in Los Angeles:   Grasshopper 1 oz Tempus Fugit creme de cacao  1 oz Tempus Fugit creme de menthe 1 oz Bertoux brandy  2 oz Pistachio mix*   With all of these ingredients, build in a tulip glass. Fill glass with crushed ice and swizzle until cold. Garnish with an abundance of mint and two straws.    *Pistachio mix:  1 package jello brand pistachio pudding  3 cans Thai coconut milk 50 grams miso   Combine ingredients in a blender and blend till smooth.    Links:   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/afhennelly/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Austin's Instagram</a> Bertoux Brandy<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bertouxbrandy/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Majordomo <a href="https://www.majordomo.la" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/majordomola/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/majordomolosangeles/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend: A Bartender Series - Austin Hennelly

Gaby Mlynarczyk

It's our one year anniversary of the Bit by a Fox Podcast and we are diving headfirst into our second season with Episode 50! In continuation of our discussion from last week about mindful drinking or not drinking, and wellness, this week's episode has a little bit of everything. I spoke with Gaby Mlynarczyk - bartender, drinks writer, and author of Clean + Dirty Drinking, 100+ Recipes for Making Delicious Elixirs, With or Without Booze. This week's cocktail recipe - Gaby's Carrot + Cardamom cocktail - includes the "Clean" and "Dirty" version Clean: 1/4 cup and 2 Tbsp of fresh carrot juice 2 Tbsp of Cardamom Simple Syrup*  1 Tbsp fresh yuzu juice or fresh lime juice 1 drop of  alcohol-free gentian root tincture Ice cubes for shaking and serving fennel frond, parsley sprig, or pea shoot for garnish   Add ingredients to a cocktail shaker, add 5 ice cubes, and shake hard for 3 seconds. Fill a stemless wineglass or double Old-Fashioned glass with ice cubes. Using a Hawthorne strainer, strain the drink into the glass. Garnish with the fennel frond, parsley sprig, or pea shoot.     Dirty: 3 Tbsp Old Tom Gin or other dry gin 3 Tbsp fresh carrot juice 1 1/2 Tbsp Aperol 1 Tbsp fresh yuzu juice or fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp Simple Syrup 2 dashes of Scrappy’s Cardamom Bitters Ice cubes for shaking  fennel frond, parsley sprig, or pea shoot for garnish   In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, carrot juice, Aperol, yuzu and lemon juices, syrup, and cardamom bitters. Add 5 ice cubes, and shake hard for 3 seconds. Follow the same instructions for the Clean version, garnish and enjoy!   *recipe on the Bit by a Fox Blog    Links: Clean + Dirty Drinking Gaby's Instagram Gaby's Twitter Gaby's Blog  Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

It's our one year anniversary of the Bit by a Fox Podcast and we are diving headfirst into our second season with Episode 50! In continuation of our discussion from last week about mindful drinking or not drinking, and wellness, this week's episode has a little bit of everything. I spoke with Gaby Mlynarczyk - bartender, drinks writer, and author of Clean + Dirty Drinking, 100+ Recipes for Making Delicious Elixirs, With or Without Booze. This week's cocktail recipe - Gaby's Carrot + Cardamom cocktail - includes the "Clean" and "Dirty" version Clean: 1/4 cup and 2 Tbsp of fresh carrot juice 2 Tbsp of Cardamom Simple Syrup*  1 Tbsp fresh yuzu juice or fresh lime juice 1 drop of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gentian-Alcohol-FREE-Extract-Gentiana-Glycerite/dp/B01A3NZWKQ?hvadid=190469406689&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9061120&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvpos=1t1&amp;hvqmt=b&amp;hvrand=16116378640053939842&amp;hvtargid=kwd-297305738543&amp;keywords=gentian+root+tincture&amp;qid=1547198833&amp;sr=8-5&amp;tag=googhydr-20&amp;ref=sr_1_5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> alcohol-free gentian root tincture</a> Ice cubes for shaking and serving fennel frond, parsley sprig, or pea shoot for garnish   Add ingredients to a cocktail shaker, add 5 ice cubes, and shake hard for 3 seconds. Fill a stemless wineglass or double Old-Fashioned glass with ice cubes. Using a Hawthorne strainer, strain the drink into the glass. Garnish with the fennel frond, parsley sprig, or pea shoot.    Dirty: 3 Tbsp Old Tom Gin or other dry gin 3 Tbsp fresh carrot juice 1 1/2 Tbsp Aperol 1 Tbsp fresh yuzu juice or fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp Simple Syrup 2 dashes of Scrappy’s Cardamom Bitters Ice cubes for shaking  fennel frond, parsley sprig, or pea shoot for garnish   In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, carrot juice, Aperol, yuzu and lemon juices, syrup, and cardamom bitters. Add 5 ice cubes, and shake hard for 3 seconds. Follow the same instructions for the Clean version, garnish and enjoy!   *recipe on the Bit by a Fox Blog   Links: <a href="https://www.chroniclebooks.com/titles/clean-dirty-drinking.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Clean + Dirty Drinking</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lalovingcup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gaby's Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/lalovingcup?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gaby's Twitter</a> <a href="http://www.lalovingcup.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gaby's Blog</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 50: Clean + Dirty Drinking with Gaby Mlynarczyk

Dan Magro

Hobbiest mixologist, viral video personality, and cocktail book author of Suck It Up: Extraordinary Cocktails for Everyday People, Dan Magro has a real-talk and hilarious approach to mixing drinks and taking names. We talked about the proliferation of multi-hyphenates in LA, his deep love of brunch as a lifestyle, and his ultimate, if unexpected, drinking buddy. This week's cocktail recipe is a brunch favorite from Dan's book, Suck it Up. Lavender Mimosa - served in a champagne flute Brut Champagne or Sparkling Wine Lavender Honey Infusion* a lemon, quartered Garnish: fresh lavender    Rub the lemon slice around the rim of the flute, squeeze the juice into the glass, and the drop the wedge in. Fill the glass with 3/4 of bubbly, top off the remainder of the  glass with the lavender honey syrup. Garnish with lavender.    *Lavender Honey Infusion Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1/3 cup of honey and stir for 3 minutes, then reduce heat to medium. Add 1/4 cup of dried lavender, and stir for 1 minute making sure all lavender is immersed in water. Turn off the heat, cover and let sit overnight. Strain the cooled liquid, discarding the solids. Store in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.    LinksSuck it Up: Extraordinary Cocktails For Everyday People Dan's Viral Buzzfeed Video Dan Magro's Instagram Bit by a Fox Links: Bit by a Fox Blog Instagram Facebook Twitter   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

Hobbiest mixologist, viral video personality, and cocktail book author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Suck-Up-Extraordinary-Cocktails-Everyday/dp/1388659352" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Suck It Up: Extraordinary Cocktails for Everyday People</a>, Dan Magro has a real-talk and hilarious approach to mixing drinks and taking names. We talked about the proliferation of multi-hyphenates in LA, his deep love of brunch as a lifestyle, and his ultimate, if unexpected, drinking buddy. This week's cocktail recipe is a brunch favorite from Dan's book, Suck it Up. Lavender Mimosa - served in a champagne flute Brut Champagne or Sparkling Wine Lavender Honey Infusion* a lemon, quartered Garnish: fresh lavender    Rub the lemon slice around the rim of the flute, squeeze the juice into the glass, and the drop the wedge in. Fill the glass with 3/4 of bubbly, top off the remainder of the  glass with the lavender honey syrup. Garnish with lavender.    *Lavender Honey Infusion Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1/3 cup of honey and stir for 3 minutes, then reduce heat to medium. Add 1/4 cup of dried lavender, and stir for 1 minute making sure all lavender is immersed in water. Turn off the heat, cover and let sit overnight. Strain the cooled liquid, discarding the solids. Store in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.    Links<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Suck-Up-Extraordinary-Cocktails-Everyday/dp/1388659352" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Suck it Up: Extraordinary Cocktails For Everyday People</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1297987577012320" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dan's Viral Buzzfeed Video</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/danmagro/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dan Magro's Instagram</a> Bit by a Fox Links: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bit by a Fox Blog</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 63: Suck it Up with Dan Magro

Aaron Polsky

This week, we kick off The Master Blend - A Bartender Series. In collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy, the Bit by a Fox Podcast will host a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. Kicking off this first episode in the series is Aaron Polsky. Part Mad Scientist, part Jimmy Page, part sweet Jersey boy, Aaron is the creative bar director behind the lively Rock &amp; Roll cocktail bar in Hollywood, Harvard &amp; Stone.  Aaron's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail recipe is a riff on the French 75: Black Diamond1.5 oz BERTOUX Brandy .5 oz St Germain Elderflower Liqueur .5 oz homemade elderberry or blueberry liqueur* .75 oz fresh lime juice Champagne Shake, strain into coupe with sugared rim, top with champagne or sparkling wine   **Blend 1/2lb fresh elderberries or blueberries with 500mL vodka.  Strain, combine with 500mL simple syrup and bottle.  Will hold indefinitely LinksBERTOUX Brandy Harvard &amp; Stone Aaron Polsky's Instagram Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week, we kick off The Master Blend - A Bartender Series. In collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>, the Bit by a Fox Podcast will host a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. Kicking off this first episode in the series is Aaron Polsky. Part Mad Scientist, part Jimmy Page, part sweet Jersey boy, Aaron is the creative bar director behind the lively Rock &amp; Roll cocktail bar in Hollywood, <a href="http://harvardandstone.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Harvard &amp; Stone</a>.  Aaron's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail recipe is a riff on the French 75: Black Diamond1.5 oz BERTOUX Brandy .5 oz St Germain Elderflower Liqueur .5 oz homemade elderberry or blueberry liqueur* .75 oz fresh lime juice Champagne Shake, strain into coupe with sugared rim, top with champagne or sparkling wine   **Blend 1/2lb fresh elderberries or blueberries with 500mL vodka.  Strain, combine with 500mL simple syrup and bottle.  Will hold indefinitely Links<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> <a href="http://harvardandstone.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Harvard &amp; Stone</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aaronpolsky/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Aaron Polsky's Instagram</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend - A Bartender Series: Aaron Polsky

Beth Costa

Sonoma wine country is a magical place and I'm still high from my visit last month. I capped off my trip with an interview with longtime Sonoma resident, Beth Costa - an expert on the region, Executive Director and host of Wine Road - a website and award-winning podcast devoted to the all things Northern Sonoma wine country. Get ready to plan your next trip, because we've mapped out your perfect day in Sonoma County.    Beth Costa's Wine Picks: Acorn Winery Trattore Farms   Wine Road Links:Website Instagram Podcast Twitter Facebook   Sonoma House Retreat Links: Russian River Valley Winegrowers Sonoma Valley Vintners &amp; Growers Dry Creek Valley Alexander Valley Kenwood Inn &amp; Spa Glen Ellen Star Jordan Winery Russian River Vineyards Jimtown Store Sutro Wine Silver Oak Cellars Stonestreet Winery Carpenter Wines    Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

Sonoma wine country is a magical place and I'm still high from my visit last month. I capped off my trip with an interview with longtime Sonoma resident, Beth Costa - an expert on the region, Executive Director and host of Wine Road - a website and award-winning podcast devoted to the all things Northern Sonoma wine country. Get ready to plan your next trip, because we've mapped out your perfect day in Sonoma County.    Beth Costa's Wine Picks: <a href="https://acornwinery.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Acorn Winery</a> <a href="https://trattorefarms.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Trattore Farm</a>s   Wine Road Links:<a href="https://www.wineroad.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thewineroad/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="http://wineroadpodcast.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWineRoad" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WineRoad" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>   Sonoma House Retreat Links: <a href="https://russianrivervalley.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Russian River Valley Winegrowers</a> <a href="https://sonomavalleywine.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sonoma Valley Vintners &amp; Growers</a> <a href="https://www.drycreekvalley.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dry Creek Valley</a> <a href="https://alexandervalley.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Alexander Valley</a> <a href="https://www.kenwoodinn.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Kenwood Inn &amp; Spa</a> <a href="https://glenellenstar.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Glen Ellen Star</a> <a href="https://www.jordanwinery.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jordan Winery</a> <a href="https://www.russianrivervineyards.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Russian River Vineyards</a> <a href="https://jimtown.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jimtown Store</a> <a href="http://www.sutrowine.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sutro Wine</a> <a href="https://www.silveroak.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Oak Cellars</a> <a href="https://www.stonestreetwines.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Stonestreet Winery</a> <a href="https://www.carpenterwine.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Carpenter Wines</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 66: Sonoma Wine Country with Beth Costa

What do Frank Sinatra, Awkwafina, LA's pioneering punk rock scene &amp; craft cocktails all have in common? They all have a connection to LA's historic General Lee's Cocktail House in Chinatown. On the cusp of the Chinese New Year kicking off tomorrow, we are taking a deep dive into one of the oldest family owned establishments in Los Angeles, originally opened by the Lee family in Old Chinatown in the late 1800s.          There is now 6 generations of the Lee Family and Sharon Lee, one of this week's guests is here to talk about her family's legacy as pioneers of LA's Chinatown and the founders of the original General Lee's Restaurant - one of the most glamorous destinations at the time. Jim Akimoto, General Lee's Managing Partner, also joins us to speak on the history of General Lee's and Chinatown, his connection to the place as a kid, and how they decided to preserve the legacy of General Lee's. Philip Ly, head bartender, also joins us to speak on the current cocktail program at General Lee's, and the planned Lunar Year celebrations this upcoming week.     This week's featured cocktail, General Lee's special cocktail for the Chinese New Year:     One Lucky Buck by Philip Ly  1.5 oz Ming River Baijiu .75 oz lime juice .75 oz ginger syrup 2 dash sichuan pepper tincture Shake and strain into a Collins glass   Top ginger beer 2 dsh Angostura bitters 2 dsh peychauds bitters on top Mint sprig garnish     General Lee's Links: Website Instagram Philip Ly    Bit by a Fox Links:  blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox

What do Frank Sinatra, Awkwafina, LA's pioneering punk rock scene &amp; craft cocktails all have in common? They all have a connection to LA's historic General Lee's Cocktail House in Chinatown. On the cusp of the Chinese New Year kicking off tomorrow, we are taking a deep dive into one of the oldest family owned establishments in Los Angeles, originally opened by the Lee family in Old Chinatown in the late 1800s.     There is now 6 generations of the Lee Family and Sharon Lee, one of this week's guests is here to talk about her family's legacy as pioneers of LA's Chinatown and the founders of the original General Lee's Restaurant - one of the most glamorous destinations at the time. Jim Akimoto, General Lee's Managing Partner, also joins us to speak on the history of General Lee's and Chinatown, his connection to the place as a kid, and how they decided to preserve the legacy of General Lee's. Philip Ly, head bartender, also joins us to speak on the current cocktail program at General Lee's, and the planned Lunar Year celebrations this upcoming week.   This week's featured cocktail, General Lee's special cocktail for the Chinese New Year:   One Lucky Buck by Philip Ly 1.5 oz Ming River Baijiu .75 oz lime juice .75 oz ginger syrup 2 dash sichuan pepper tincture Shake and strain into a Collins glass   Top ginger beer 2 dsh Angostura bitters 2 dsh peychauds bitters on top Mint sprig garnish   General Lee's Links: <a href="http://generallees.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/generalleesla/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/phillycheesecake/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Philip Ly</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>

Episode 84: General Lee's Cocktail House & LA's Historic Chinatown

Paul Nakayama

This week we take a deep dive into Japanese distilled spirit, Shochu with Paul Nakayama, founder of Nankai Shochu.   This week's cocktail recipe is a Japanese style Mule:  Yuzu Pop2 oz Nakai Shochu 4 oz Ginger Beer Splash of Yuzu juice  In a rocks filled highball glass, add ingredients and stir.   Nankai Shochu Links: Website Instagram Facebook  Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week we take a deep dive into Japanese distilled spirit, Shochu with Paul Nakayama, founder of <a href="https://nankaishochu.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Nankai Shochu.</a>   This week's cocktail recipe is a Japanese style Mule: Yuzu Pop2 oz Nakai Shochu 4 oz Ginger Beer Splash of Yuzu juice In a rocks filled highball glass, add ingredients and stir.   Nankai Shochu Links: <a href="https://nankaishochu.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nankaishochuofficial/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nankaishochu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 68: Shochu with Paul Nakayama

It's our 20th episode of the Bit by a Fox Podcast! And we've decided to shake it up a little.... A couple of weeks ago I visited the 75th annual Wine &amp; Spirits Wholesalers of America Convention at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. It’s the largest gathering of distributors, wholesalers and products in the wine and spirits industry. It’s where you go to see and be seen. If you’re a wholesaler or distributor, you go there to shop for new products. If you’re a new brand, this is where you go to launch, and look for distribution. It’s often a beta test for brands to see how it is reflected in the industry first before bringing it out to consumers. And it’s overwhelming. SO. MUCH. BOOZE. Over 500 exhibitors, two giant exhibit halls and massive suites turned into brand activations. It’s just a sea of products. It’s difficult to stand out amongst so much, but I found my favorites and wanted to share them with you. This is my first podcast out on the road and I had a portable mic to interview folks in their booths and it was so much fun. #FoxInTheField!  Brands featured: Look out for these exciting new products in the coming year!  Sierra Norte Oaxaca Whiskey - with distiller Doug French Gray Whale Gin | Golden State Distillery with owner Marsh Mokhtari Priqly (prickly pear liqueur) with owner Jeffrey Friedman Haikara Sake with Sales Manager Petra Stone Bom Bom (cream liqueur) with owners Kevin and Eva  Tom’s Town Distilling Co. from Kansas City with owner Steven Revare Ginja9, (sour cherry liqueur) from Portugal with owner Alexander Dias Ararat Brandy with Brand Ambassador Christopher Adams Bedlam Vodka | Graybeard Distillery from North Carolina (last year’s WSWA Brand Battle winners) with distiller Scott Russ  I was on my way to the airport when the Brand Battle - a competition towards the end of the convention where top 7 brands battle it out - was taking place, so unfortunately I missed it. But I was sure to stay glued to social media to get the word once the winners were announced. And Gray Whale Gin took home the first place award. The buzz around the convention seemed to predict this win but I was super happy for them. In honor of their win, I wanted to share a simple cocktail of theirs for our recipe this week.  The Skinny Gray Whale 1 part agave syrup 1 part lemon juice 2 parts Gray Whale Gin  Shake with ice, strain, and garnish with a spray of lime and orange ________ Bit by a Fox: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

It's our 20th episode of the Bit by a Fox Podcast! And we've decided to shake it up a little.... A couple of weeks ago I visited the <a href="http://www.wswaconvention.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">75th annual Wine &amp; Spirits Wholesalers of America Convention </a>at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. It’s the largest gathering of distributors, wholesalers and products in the wine and spirits industry. It’s where you go to see and be seen. If you’re a wholesaler or distributor, you go there to shop for new products. If you’re a new brand, this is where you go to launch, and look for distribution. It’s often a beta test for brands to see how it is reflected in the industry first before bringing it out to consumers. And it’s overwhelming. SO. MUCH. BOOZE. Over 500 exhibitors, two giant exhibit halls and massive suites turned into brand activations. It’s just a sea of products. It’s difficult to stand out amongst so much, but I found my favorites and wanted to share them with you. This is my first podcast out on the road and I had a portable mic to interview folks in their booths and it was so much fun. #FoxInTheField!  Brands featured: Look out for these exciting new products in the coming year! <a href="http://sierranortewhiskey.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sierra Norte Oaxaca Whiskey</a> - with distiller Doug French <a href="http://www.goldenstatedistillery.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gray Whale Gin | Golden State Distillery</a> with owner Marsh Mokhtari <a href="https://www.priqlydrinks.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Priqly (prickly pear liqueur)</a> with owner Jeffrey Friedman <a href="https://www.haikarasake.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Haikara Sake </a>with Sales Manager Petra Stone <a href="http://www.drinkbombom.com/welcome/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bom Bom</a> (cream liqueur) with owners Kevin and Eva  <a href="http://www.drinkbombom.com/welcome/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tom’s Town Distilling Co</a>. from Kansas City with owner Steven Revare <a href="http://www.ginja9.com/home/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ginja9</a>, (sour cherry liqueur) from Portugal with owner Alexander Dias <a href="https://en.araratbrandy.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ararat Brandy</a> with Brand Ambassador Christopher Adams <a href="https://bedlamvodka.com/bedlam-home/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bedlam Vodka | Graybeard Distillery</a> from North Carolina (last year’s WSWA Brand Battle winners) with distiller Scott Russ  I was on my way to the airport when the <a href="http://www.wswaconvention.org/isotope_category/brand-battle/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Brand Battle</a> - a competition towards the end of the convention where top 7 brands battle it out - was taking place, so unfortunately I missed it. But I was sure to stay glued to social media to get the word once the winners were announced. And <a href="http://www.goldenstatedistillery.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gray Whale Gin </a>took home the first place award. The buzz around the convention seemed to predict this win but I was super happy for them. In honor of their win, I wanted to share a simple cocktail of theirs for our recipe this week.  The Skinny Gray Whale 1 part agave syrup 1 part lemon juice 2 parts Gray Whale Gin Shake with ice, strain, and garnish with a spray of lime and orange ________ Bit by a Fox: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 20: WSWA Convention

Christine Wiseman

This week is our fourth episode in the Bartender Interview Series - The Master Blend. In collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy, the Bit by a Fox Podcast is hosting a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This week's interview is with one of the sparkliest personalities in the LA bar scene - Broken Shaker LA's Bar Director and glitter enthusiast, Christine Wiseman. Christine Wiseman's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail: Crème de Ciel  2 oz BERTOUX Brandy .50 oz Gentian Infused Chinola* .75 oz Lemon Juice .75 Blue Curacoa 1/8 oz Simple Syrup     Combine all ingredients in tin and shake, double strain into a coupe. Garnish with a marigold.    *Gentian Infused Chinola 750 ml Chinola 3 oz Gentian Infuse for 1 hr and strain  LinksBERTOUX Brandy Broken Shaker Christine's Instagram Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week is our fourth episode in the Bartender Interview Series - The Master Blend. In collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>, the Bit by a Fox Podcast is hosting a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This week's interview is with one of the sparkliest personalities in the LA bar scene - Broken Shaker LA's Bar Director and glitter enthusiast, <a href="https://punchdrink.com/articles/christine-wiseman-bartender-broken-shaker-los-angeles-glitter-cocktail/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Christine Wiseman.</a> Christine Wiseman's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail: Crème de Ciel  2 oz BERTOUX Brandy .50 oz Gentian Infused Chinola* .75 oz Lemon Juice .75 Blue Curacoa 1/8 oz Simple Syrup   Combine all ingredients in tin and shake, double strain into a coupe. Garnish with a marigold.    *Gentian Infused Chinola 750 ml Chinola 3 oz Gentian Infuse for 1 hr and strain Links<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> <a href="https://freehandhotels.com/los-angeles/broken-shaker/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Broken Shaker</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dramawise/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Christine's Instagram</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

The Master Blend - A Bartender Series: Christine Wiseman

Continuing our Scotch whisky streak, I interview Scotsman, Callum O’Donnell, the brand new, fresh faced global brand ambassador for Aberlour, the beloved Single Malt Scotch produced in the heart of Speyside, and known for their sherry cask aging. We talked about his time in the Dominican Republic getting his brand ambassador legs, the small town of Aberlour’s magical Druid history, and the new Aberlour release, Casg Annamh. Be sure to listen for a surprise cameo from one of downtown LA's great bartenders.    The cocktail recipe this week is a scotch-based Whisky Sour.    Whisky Sour 2 oz Scotch whisky Juice from half a lemon  1/2 ounce simple syrup  Egg white Angostura Bitters Lemon twist for garnish    Add the whisky, lemon juice, simple and egg white to a shaker with one large ice cube and shake vigorously until chilled. Add more ice and shake some more. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass until the drink develops a foamy head. Add the aromatic bitters. Express the oils from the lemon twist and garnish.    Links: Aberlour Scotch Whisky Twitter InstagramCallum O'Donnell's Instagram   Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

Continuing our Scotch whisky streak, I interview Scotsman, Callum O’Donnell, the brand new, fresh faced global brand ambassador for <a href="https://www.aberlour.com/en-EN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aberlour</a>, the beloved Single Malt Scotch produced in the heart of Speyside, and known for their sherry cask aging. We talked about his time in the Dominican Republic getting his brand ambassador legs, the small town of Aberlour’s magical Druid history, and the new Aberlour release, Casg Annamh. Be sure to listen for a surprise cameo from one of downtown LA's great bartenders.    The cocktail recipe this week is a scotch-based Whisky Sour.   Whisky Sour 2 oz Scotch whisky Juice from half a lemon  1/2 ounce simple syrup  Egg white Angostura Bitters Lemon twist for garnish   Add the whisky, lemon juice, simple and egg white to a shaker with one large ice cube and shake vigorously until chilled. Add more ice and shake some more. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass until the drink develops a foamy head. Add the aromatic bitters. Express the oils from the lemon twist and garnish.    Links: <a href="https://www.aberlour.com/en-EN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aberlour Scotch Whisky</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aberlourvc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aberlour/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cal_aberlour/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Callum O'Donnell's Instagram</a>   Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 46: Aberlour Single Malt Scotch with Callum O’Donnell

Tobin Shea

LA is one of the most exciting places for food &amp; drink culture in the world right now, and has been underrated for years, so this week's episode is local. I focused on a bartender, a drinks program, and a restaurant that has made an incredible impression on this city in recent years. Bartender, Tobin Shea, my guest for this week’s episode, has been making an impression on LA pretty much since he landed from rural Pennsylvania 20 years ago now. We talked about his journey from college bartender to the Los Angeles rock, club and cabaret scenes, and into the craft cocktail world he now helps to lead. Tobin now heads one of the most inventive bar programs in Los Angeles. As Bar Director of Redbird restaurant, an architectural gem in downtown LA owned by celebrated chef Neal Fraser and wife, Amy Knoll Fraser, Tobin has helped to create one of the most exciting cocktail menus in the city. A cocktail collection of 31 different drinks, titled The Plain Truth About the Best Seeds is inspired by the first growing season and harvest from their recently opened garden. And is designed to mimic the vintage Burpee Seeds catalog with beautiful illustrations to match the inventive and delicious cocktails.    The cocktail recipe this week is Tobin Shea’s lower alcohol cocktail on The Plain Truth About the Best Seeds cocktail menu at Redbird: Chrysanthemum.  Chrysanthemum  2 ½ oz. Dolin Dry Vermouth ¼ oz. Bénédictine ¼ oz. Pernod Absinthe 2 dashes orange bitters In a mixing glass add all ingredients and ice.  Stir until chilled and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.  Garnish with a lemon twist and enjoy.  Links: Redbird  Instagram @redbirdla  Facebook /rebirdla  Twitter @redbirdlaTobin Shea      Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

LA is one of the most exciting places for food &amp; drink culture in the world right now, and has been underrated for years, so this week's episode is local. I focused on a bartender, a drinks program, and a restaurant that has made an incredible impression on this city in recent years. Bartender, Tobin Shea, my guest for this week’s episode, has been making an impression on LA pretty much since he landed from rural Pennsylvania 20 years ago now. We talked about his journey from college bartender to the Los Angeles rock, club and cabaret scenes, and into the craft cocktail world he now helps to lead. Tobin now heads one of the most inventive bar programs in Los Angeles. As Bar Director of Redbird restaurant, an architectural gem in downtown LA owned by celebrated chef Neal Fraser and wife, Amy Knoll Fraser, Tobin has helped to create one of the most exciting cocktail menus in the city. A cocktail collection of 31 different drinks, titled The Plain Truth About the Best Seeds is inspired by the first growing season and harvest from their recently opened garden. And is designed to mimic the vintage Burpee Seeds catalog with beautiful illustrations to match the inventive and delicious cocktails.    The cocktail recipe this week is Tobin Shea’s lower alcohol cocktail on The Plain Truth About the Best Seeds cocktail menu at Redbird: Chrysanthemum. Chrysanthemum 2 ½ oz. Dolin Dry Vermouth ¼ oz. Bénédictine ¼ oz. Pernod Absinthe 2 dashes orange bitters In a mixing glass add all ingredients and ice.  Stir until chilled and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.  Garnish with a lemon twist and enjoy. Links: <a href="https://redbird.la" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Redbird </a> Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/redbirdla/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@redbirdla</a>  Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/redbirdla/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">/rebirdla</a>  Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/redbirdla" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@redbirdla</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tobinshea/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tobin Shea</a>     Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

Episode 47: Tobin Shea & LA's Redbird Restaurant

Christopher Longoria

This week, we’re kicking off our second chapter of The Master Blend - A Bartender Series. In collaboration with BERTOUX Brandy, the Bit by a Fox Podcast will host a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This second installment is a continuation of interviews that will have each bartender discuss their distinct style, biggest inspirations, and how they’re making their mark on today’s cocktail culture. Kicking off this second Master Blend series is Christopher Longoria, Beverage Director at the insanely popular restaurant, Che Fico in San Francisco. We talked poetry, California, hip hop, his 20 year evolution behind the bar, and discovering, as an artist and as a bartender, less is more.    Christopher's BERTOUX Brandy cocktail currently featured at San Francisco's Che Fico:   SMOKED STRAWBERRIES  1 oz Smoked Strawberry Juice*  .75 oz Earl Grey Tea Syrup*  .25 oz Ramazzotti Amaro .5 oz Lime Juice  Pinch of salt  4 Dashes Absinthe (through a bitters decanter)  1.5 oz BERTOUX Brandy    Shake, double strain. Serve up, in a coupe. No garnish.   *RECIPES on the Bit by a Fox Blog Links: Bertoux BrandyWebsite InstagramChe Fico Website Instagram Christopher Longoria Bit by a Fox Links: blog: http://bitbyafox.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/ twitter: https://twitter.com/bitbyafox   music: https://www.humanworldwide.com

This week, we’re kicking off our second chapter of The Master Blend - A Bartender Series. In collaboration with <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a>, the Bit by a Fox Podcast will host a series of interviews with some of America’s most acclaimed and innovative bartenders. This second installment is a continuation of interviews that will have each bartender discuss their distinct style, biggest inspirations, and how they’re making their mark on today’s cocktail culture. Kicking off this second Master Blend series is Christopher Longoria, Beverage Director at the insanely popular restaurant, Che Fico in San Francisco. We talked poetry, California, hip hop, his 20 year evolution behind the bar, and discovering, as an artist and as a bartender, less is more.    Christopher's <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy</a> cocktail currently featured at San Francisco's <a href="https://www.chefico.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Che Fico</a>:   SMOKED STRAWBERRIES  1 oz Smoked Strawberry Juice*  .75 oz Earl Grey Tea Syrup*  .25 oz Ramazzotti Amaro .5 oz Lime Juice  Pinch of salt  4 Dashes Absinthe (through a bitters decanter)  1.5 oz <a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BERTOUX Brandy </a>   Shake, double strain. Serve up, in a coupe. No garnish.   *RECIPES on the <a href="http://bitbyafox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bit by a Fox Blog</a> Links: Bertoux Brandy<a href="https://bertouxbrandy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bertouxbrandy/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Che Fico <a href="https://www.chefico.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chefico/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/christopher_longoria/?hl=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Christopher Longoria</a> Bit by a Fox Links: blog: <a href="http://bitbyafox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bitbyafox.com</a> instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bitbyafox/</a> facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/BitByAFox/</a> twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/bitbyafox" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/bitbyafox</a>   music: <a href="https://www.humanworldwide.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.humanworldwide.com</a>

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