Pourtaste Podcast

In this episode, Jon talks with midwest cocktail legend Ryan Maybee.  In addition to owning the award winning Manifesto bar and sister restaurant Rieger in Kansas City, Ryan is also a co-founder of the Paris of the Plains Cocktail Festival and has recently resurrected the KC-native whiskey brand J Reiger & Co.  Listen in to to the midwest take!  www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

In this episode, Jon talks with Paul Sanguinetti, the national brand ambassador for Lustau. Paul gives an overview on the brand's sherries, brandies, and new Spanish vermouth. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

In this episode, Jon unpacks the world of vermouth. Jon discusses production, styles and how the misunderstood wine has come back in a big way. Jon and Aaron taste a flight of vermouth and discuss characteristics. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com

In this episode, Jon dives into the 101 of Porto, or more commonly said as Port. The Portuguese fortified wine has been around longer than most and it's role in the American cocktail cannot be denied. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

In this episode, Jon dives into a brief history of Sherry, Spain's prized fortified wine. Jon gives an overview on styles, production, and aging then tastes through each of the major expressions with Aaron. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com    

In this episode, Jon chats with Sean Muldoon, co owner of The Dead Rabbit. This NYC cocktail haunt is one of the most awarded bars to date and currently holds the title as "World's Best Bar" a title supported through multiple publications and trend setters. Listen in on Sean's path, advice and favorite drinks. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com 

In this episode, Jon interviews Jeff  “The Beachbum” Berry, who has been the go to source for all things Tiki and a major voice in the world of rum.  Jon and the award winning author talk about the state of rum and the Tiki cocktail resurgence of the past few years. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com

In this episode, Jon dives into the history of Japanese whisky, discussing its history and importance in the modern cocktail bar. Jon and Aaron taste and discuss the differences and similarities between Japanese whisky and Scotch whisky, which is the style of whisky making that captured their national attention. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

In this episode, Jon chats with Brandon Cummins, the portfolio manager for Altamar Brands. Along with tequila, rum, absinthe and gin, Altamar Imports one of Jon's favorite Armagnacs, Arton Armagnac.  Brandon and Jon discuss the rising popularity of the spirit and the authenticity of the brand. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com    

Marg-a-rona? Sure, it’s good. But what else can be done? Jon dives into a rich, an untold history of spirits and beer together. Jon and Aaron experiment and make a rum manhattan with a coffee stout   www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com

After discussing Cognac and Armagnac in Brandy Part 1, and their role in cocktail history, Jon discusses in this episode the other categories of spirits distilled from fruit. Jon and Aaron pick apart calvados, Spanish brandy, brandy of Mexican origin, applejack and pisco in their flight, noting nuances and flavors. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

It's Monday! Try out the cocktail from this bonus episode of PourTaste Podcast! www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

In this episode Jon discusses the kings of the brandy world, Cognac and Armagnac.  After uncovering the history of these grape based distillates, and their role in cocktail history, Jon teaches Aaron how to make a classic Brandy Crusta, the grandfather of the Margarita. www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com  

What in the heck is actually in those little droppers? In this episode, Jon discusses the two branches of bitters. The dropper bottle style, super concentrated version and amari, the Italian style of bitter aperitif meant to enjoy on, well...basically any afternoon. Jon and Aaron sip through an amaro flight, discussing the nuances of each.   http://www.pourtaste.com http://www.jabberjawmedia.com

In this episode, Jon dives into the history of gin, it's origin and lifespan and discusses the different styles.  Jon also teaches Aaron how to make a gin sour and a gin old fashioned, two basic cocktails that, when compared side by side, make sense of what different styles of gin can do. http://www.pourtaste.com http://www.jabberjawmedia.com    

A quick preview of what to expect on PourTaste Podcast. Episode 1 release date is March 9th! www.pourtaste.com www.jabberjawmedia.com