Spirited Advocate Podcast
1) Standing Tall with Sotol
Chris sits down with Brent Looby, CEO of Desert Door, to discuss how Sotol is the next spirit you should have in your glass.
2) Celebrating 50 years of DISCUS
Chris is joined by Jim Bareuther, a beverage industry veteran, to toast DISCUS’ 50 year anniversary.
3) Reviving American Craft Distilling
Master Distiller Bruce Joseph discusses his career, the future of the industry, and the return of pot-distilled whiskey.
4) A Mixologist with a Twist
Chris is sitting down with mixologist and winner of Netflix’s “Drink Masters,” Lauren Paylor O’Brien, to discuss her unique approach to cocktails.
5) Honoring a Veteran Distiller
Chris is joined by Scott Neil, veteran and Co-Founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon, to talk making the transition from the battlefield to the distillery.
6) Transforming the Bourbon Tradition
Chris speaks with Kaveh Zamanian, the founder, distiller and CEO of Rabbit Hole Distillery, about innovating in the heritage-steeped world of bourbon.
7) Craft Community Advocacy
Chris speaks with Scott and Becky Harris, the Founders and Owners of Catoctin Creek Distillery about the importance of advocating for the industry.
8) Creating a More Inclusive Spirits Industry
Victoria Russell and Dia Simms speak about fostering diversity and creating space for everyone in the distilled spirits industry.
9) Sustainability From Grain to Can with Amanda Victoria
Amanda Victoria, CEO and co-founder of Siponey, speaks about sustainability and consumer education in the distilled spirits industry.
10) Celebrating the History of Scotch Whisky with Ian Smith
Ian Smith, Keepers of the Quaich Chairman, joins Chris Swonger on this episode of The Spirited Advocate Podcast to speak about the rich tradition of producing scotch whisky and the importance of celeb...Show More