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Distilling the West

Distilling the West

Our mission is to explore exceptionally made craft spirits from the western US. You can find us on Instagram and Facebook @DistillingtheWest and reach us by email at info@distillingthewest.com.

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089: Tasting Talk - Alchemy Distillery - Bottled in...

Distilling the West ·

2026/03/04

Bet you’ve never tried quinoa whiskey! In this Tasting Talk episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave pour a glass of Alchemy Distillery’s Bottled in Bond Quinoa Whiskey. Made from the ancient grain quinoa and produced under the strict standards of Bottled-in-Bond whiskey, this unique spirit takes a different path from traditional mash bills. The grain is grown 9 miles away from the distillery in Arcata, California. It’s a low yield grain that takes a lot of care as a distiller, and Amy does a

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00:49:13

088: Interview with the American Craft Spirits...

Distilling the West ·

2026/02/25

In this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Stephanie Sadri and Caitlin Bartlemay from the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) to talk all things craft spirits and the highly anticipated ACSA Convention & Expo happening April 17–18 in Sacramento, California.They dive into what attendees can expect at this year’s convention, from educational seminars and industry panels to networking opportunities and the latest innovations shaping the craft spirits community. Whether

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01:01:44

087: Remastered Remix of Bird Creek Distillery

Distilling the West ·

2026/02/17

This remastered remix of our very first episode takes us back to where it all began. We revisit our conversation with Mark Stell of Bird Creek Distillery in Portland, Oregon, exploring the world of American Single Malt whiskey in the Western United States.Bird Creek represents the spirit of the Western whiskey movement — crafting exceptional American Single Malts from locally sourced heirloom malted barley with a true grain-to-glass philosophy. The result is a lineup of whiskeys that genuinely

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01:02:18

086: Kōloa Rum

Distilling the West ·

2026/02/11

This episode marks a first: Distilling The West’s debut interview with a Hawaiian distillery - and we’re diving into rum. In this episode, Dan and Dave sit down with Robert Ramer, the Chief Operating Officer of Kōloa Rum in Kauai, Hawaii. The conversation explores what makes Kōloa Rum unique—from the ingredients and production process to the environmental factors that shape rum made on the island. Robert also shares his personal background and journey into the spirits industry, offering insight into

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00:19:54

085: Tasting Talk - San Diego Distillery French Oak...

Distilling the West ·

2026/02/04

Do you like French oak finished bourbon? In this new tasting talk, Dan and Dave dive into San Diego Distillery’s French oak stave finished bourbon bottled at cask strength 112 proof. It’s an exceptional example of what French oaked bourbon can be, it delivers bold peppery sandalwood spice from an MGP high rye bourbon balanced with some surprising coconut notes. This is an interesting one you won’t want to miss!

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00:23:15

084: Blind Tasting - Rye January

Distilling the West ·

2026/01/28

Which rye whiskey from the western United States will take the top spot? To wrap up Rye January, Dan and Dave dive into a blind tasting of five rye whiskeys from the western United States to see how they stack up when labels, hype, and price tags are stripped away. The guys have tasted some amazing rye whiskeys from the west so they pitted some of the best of the west in a head to head blind tasting. From spice to sweetness and everything in between, the guys break down each pour and share their

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00:14:36

083: Tasting Talk - Haystack Needle

Distilling the West ·

2026/01/21

Dan took a little trip out to Mare Island in Vallejo, California and got a tour of Redwood Empire’s new Distillery and Whiskey bar and picked up something special. In this Tasting Talk episode, Dan and Dave focus on tasting notes and impressions of Haystack Needle Bourbon from Redwood Empire Whiskey. They break down the nose, palate, and finish, highlighting prominent oak influence, layered sweetness, spice, and the impact of well-aged bourbon and rye in the blend. The conversation stays centered on

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01:22:30

082: Desert Diamond Distillery

Distilling the West ·

2026/01/14

On this episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with John and Deborah Patt from Desert Diamond Distillery, out of Kingman, Arizona, the first Arizona distillery featured on the podcast. They talk about the origins of the distillery, how it came to be, and what it takes to operate a craft distillery in the Arizona desert. The conversation also touches on the distillery’s award-winning spirits and the recognition they’ve received along the way. Throughout the episode, Dan and Dave taste

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00:15:21

081: Cocktail Hour - Manhattan

Distilling the West ·

2026/01/07

On this Cocktail Hour from Distilling the West, Dan is joined by guest host Oliver as they dive into one of the most iconic cocktails of all time—the Manhattan. From its storied origins to the balance between whiskey, vermouth, and bitters, they explore what makes a Manhattan timeless, debate rye versus bourbon, and share tips on dialing in the perfect stir. A classic cocktail, thoughtfully unpacked, West-style.

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00:09:18

80: Happy New Year

Distilling the West ·

2025/12/31

On this special year-end episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave take a moment to reflect on an incredible year. They thank all of the guests who joined them behind the mic, as well as the listeners who tuned in, shared episodes, and supported the show throughout the year.The conversation turns a bit more personal as they talk about holiday activities, traditions, and how they’re spending the season away from the studio.

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00:57:25

79: Pod Share With Bottle S.H.O.C.K.

Distilling the West ·

2025/12/24

In this episode of Distilling the West, we’re joined by guest hosts Oliver Hutton and Travis Cardoso from CASKS & CORKS for a relaxed but detailed tasting that focuses heavily on process and how it shows up in the glass.Today’s tasting lineup includes:Charbay Distillery BrandySabbatical Distillery Straight BourbonWoodinville Whiskey Company Rye finished in Port casksWoodinville Whiskey Company Bourbon finished in Saturnine casksAlongside the spirit tastings, the conversation naturally moves into

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00:09:39

78: Tasting Talk - Branch Point Distillery - Rare &...

Distilling the West ·

2025/12/17

In this new Tasting Talk, Dan is joined by guest host Oliver as they dive into a special release from Branch Point Distillery — the Rare & Limited Oloroso Cask Finish.They explore how the Oloroso sherry cask shapes the whiskey’s aroma, flavor, and strikingly dark color, discussing what that deep, rich hue says about the cask influence and extended finishing time. Dan and Oliver break down layers of banana, dried fruit, nutty sweetness, and oak-driven complexity while talking about why sherry

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01:20:07

077: Charbay Distillery

Distilling the West ·

2025/12/10

On today’s episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave sit down with Marko Karakasevic — the 13th-generation master distiller behind Charbay Distillery. Marko shares the extraordinary history of the Karakasevic family, whose distilling lineage spans centuries. He talks about how this heritage influences his approach to craftsmanship, innovation, and preserving Old World techniques in a modern American distillery.During the conversation, they taste and explore three standout Charbay spirits:Doubled

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00:11:44

076: Tasting Talk - Bainbridge – Wheat Whiskey...

Distilling the West ·

2025/12/03

In this new Tasting Talk session, Dan and Dave dig into a compelling bottle from Bainbridge Organic Distillers: the Battle Point Wheat Whiskey finished in Hokkaido Mizunara Casks.They explore how Bainbridge takes its organic wheat whiskey and finishes it in Hokkaido-grown Mizunara oak, creating a whiskey that blends tropical warmth with the famed incense-spice character of Japanese Mizunara. Expect them to break down:Aromas: vanilla cream soda, and that signature Mizunara temple incensePalate:

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00:19:03

075: Cocktail Hour - Old Fashioned

Distilling the West ·

2025/11/26

Ever wonder about the history of the Old Fashioned cocktail? In this new episode of Distilling the West, Dan and Dave introduce a fresh segment: Cocktail Hour. For its debut, they dive into one of the most iconic drinks in American cocktail history—the Old Fashioned.They explore how this simple mix of spirit, sugar, bitters, and citrus became a timeless classic, and why it evolved into two beloved regional variations:the traditional rye Old Fashioned, dry, spicy, and spirit-forwardthe Brandy Old

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00:08:43

074: Tasting Talk - The Distillarium Riveter Rye

Distilling the West ·

2025/11/17

In this Tasting Talk, Dan and Dave sit down with a glass of The Distillarium Riveter Rye — a bold and balanced rye whiskey out of Yakima, Washington that pays tribute to hard work and heritage. They explore its aroma, flavor, and finish, share stories of their interview with the distillery, and, of course, toss in a few rye puns along the way. It’s an approachable sip with plenty of laughs.

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073 : Cash Butte Distillery

Distilling the West ·

2025/11/10

Dave is flying solo this week while Dan is out sick, and he’s joined by Julia Bringolf from Cash Butte Distillery in Royal City, Washington. Cash Butte operates on the grounds of Royal Bluff Orchards, where apples have been grown since the early 1980s. The distillery was founded to bring back the tradition of true farm distilling—transforming orchard fruit (including fruit that might not make it to store shelves) directly into character-rich spirits.Julia walks Dave through the origins of Cash

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00:07:04

072: Tasting Talk - High West Double Rye Grenache

Distilling the West ·

2025/11/03

In this new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West, Dan and Dave dive into High West Double Rye aged in a Grenache barrel — a fascinating twist on one of High West’s most popular whiskeys. They explore how the finishing in Grenache wine casks adds a layer of fruit-forward complexity to the classic rye spice, bringing out notes of cherry, honey, and subtle tannins alongside the peppery warmth High West is known for.As longtime fans of High West, Dan and Dave break down the flavor evolution, share their

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00:06:13

071 : Tasting Talk - Hinterhaus Trapper's Oath

Distilling the West ·

2025/10/27

This is a new Tasting Talk on Distilling the West where Dan and Dave sit down with a bottle of Hinterhaus Distilling’s Trapper’s Oath, a bold and complex rye whiskey that captures the rugged spirit of the Sierra Nevada. Made from a sourced Canadian rye whiskey, Trapper’s Oath is further aged to 18 years old at elevation in Arnold, California, and is finished in stout barrels, developing rich layers of chocolate, toasted oak, and a hint of alpine spice.Dan and Dave talk about the whiskey’s deep amber

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01:02:24

Venus Spirits

Distilling the West ·

2025/10/20

This is a new episode of Distilling the West featuring Venus Spirits out of Santa Cruz, California. Dan and Dave sit down with founder and head distiller Sean Venus to explore his path from the world of brewing to launching one of California’s standout craft distilleries.Sean shares how his background in brewing helped shape his approach to distilling, blending creativity and precision to produce spirits that truly reflect the character of the Central Coast. The conversation covers his philosophy on

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