Jul 1, 2026
In this aquatic maturation deep-dive with Danny and Billy Dalla Polla, Eddie Odabachian, and Nick Carmer of Reef Rum Supply Co., creators of the Seagroni, some of the topics we discuss include:
- The genesis story of the project, starting with the question: “what if there was sunken treasure in this reef?,” and...
Jun 11, 2026
This time around, we explore the fascinating flavors of different Drambuie releases. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s a honey and whiskey liqueur made in Scotland, and if you have heard of it…well, you know that you can’t make a Rusty Nail cocktail without it.
In this episode, the bottles we taste...
May 19, 2026
In this Down Under conversation with James Young of Old Young’s Distillery, some of the topics we discuss include:
- The influence and defining characteristics of the Australian cocktail scene, which differs starkly from what you might find when you travel to Europe and is responsible for such mixological gifts as Mr....
Apr 17, 2026
In part one of my two-part waltz through the flavors and landscapes of Australia with James Young of Old Young’s Distillery, some of the topics we discuss include:
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The history and evolution of the Australian distilling industry, specifically with respect to the development of the Australian whisky scene and the rise...
Mar 27, 2026
In part two of my exploration of flavor and memory with Dr. Kevin Peterson, some of the topics we discuss include:
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What the Big 5 personality index (also known as OCEAN) might be able to teach us about how guests think about factors like novelty and comfort in the cocktails they enjoy.
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The difference between...