Everyday Drinking
Jason Wilson
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Join host Jason Wilson (author of Boozehound and Godforsaken Grapes) as he explores the wide world of wine and spirits, speaking, sipping, and storytelling with experts and aficionados from around the globe.Subscribe on all podcasting apps, rate & review on iTunes and Apple Podcasts!Follow us on social media at @boozecolumnist and @eddpodnetPresented by the Eat Drink Dine Podcast Network
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Jun 16, 2021
Ep 7 - We Need To Talk About Rum
Rum is delicious and wonderful, cocktails like the daiquiri and the mojito are fun...but rum's legacy of colonialism, racism, poverty, and exploitation is also problematic. Jason and Amber take a deep dive into rum’s contradictions. Talking tropical cocktails with top bartender Israel Melendez Ayala, the rum business with Clyde Davis of Equiano Rum, and Haiti with Rhum Barbancourt CEO Delphine Gardere.
Music from the EP “Momentos” by Ages
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May 28, 2021
Ep 6 - Fortify My Soul
Port, sherry, and vermouth are all weird, underappreciated drinks that not many people understand. So the Everyday Drinking gang takes a deep dive into the nerdy world of fortified wine. Jason talks vermouth with Madrid-based drinks writer François Monti, as well as port with his brother Tyler. Juice Box Beth grapples with when her “Sherry Moment” might be, and sings her rendition of “Sherry Baby.”
Music from the EP "Momentos" by Ages
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May 18, 2021
Ep 5 - The Sweet, The Dry, and The Wine Zaddy
From France to South Africa, we explore chenin blanc in all its glory. Amber chats with Caleb Ganzer of La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels in New Yorkl, and defines the concept of "wine zaddy." Juice Box Beth spreads the joy of Swartland orange wine. Jason dives deep into South African wine culture with writer Tshepang Molisana.
Music from the EP "Momentos" by Ages
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May 11, 2021
Ep 4 - Australia's New Natural Wave
For way too long, American drinkers have dismissed Australian wines as high-octane "critter" wines. But things have changed and it's time to catch up to reality. In this episode, we explore the new wave of fresh, bright, lo-fi Aussie wines. Also, check out Jason's fascinating conversation with writer Rachel Signer, publisher of Pipette magazine, about her new memoir, You Had Me At Pet Nat.
Music from the EP "Momentos" by Ages
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May 2, 2021
Ep 3 - Am I an Anti-Influencer?
Jason and Amber explore the wild world of schnapps and eaux de vie. Jason chats with Jeff Harding about Sauternes. The Cider Qween visits to talk about ciders that will appeal to both wine and beer lovers.
Music from the EP "Momentos" by Ages
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Apr 26, 2021
Ep 2 - Pairing Blaufränkisch with Filet-O-Fish, or Why Austrian Natural Wine Matters
Jason and Amber eat McDonald's with exceptional natural wine and talk about the recent book Bigs Macs and Burgundy. Juice Box Beth spreads some love for happy spring wines with umlauts. Jason speaks with renowned Austrian winemaker Christian Tschida.
Music from the EP "Momentos" by Ages
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Apr 19, 2021
Ep 1 - Confessions of a Wine Critic, or How To Make a Martini
Host Jason Wilson spills the tea on the highs and lows of being a wine critic. Co-host Amber Brown is scolded on how to open wine. Bar impresario Derek Brown teaches us how to make a proper martini, and tells tales of the so-called cocktail revolution. Juice Box Beth dives deep into Loire Valley cabernet franc.
Music from the EP "Momentos" by Ages
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Apr 7, 2021
Welcome to Everyday Drinking
Join host Jason Wilson (author of Boozehound and Godforsaken Grapes) as he explores the wide world of wine and spirits, speaking, sipping, and storytelling with experts and aficionados from around the globe.
Subscribe on all podcasting apps, rate & review on iTunes and Apple Podcasts!
Follow us on social media at @boozecolumnist and @eddpodnet
Presented by the Eat Drink Dine Podcast Network
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