In this episode, we talk the rise of Tito’s Vodka, one of the original micro-distilleries, and whether or not the marketplace needs transparency in labeling to protect consumers. We also discuss the latest efforts from the Brewers’ Association to create a separate identity for independent beer producers and how that fits into our vision of the small batch lifestyle.
We want to thank Gracie from Montgomery Distillery for so graciously crafting and introducing this week’s cocktails, the house Bloody Mary with Quicksilver Vodka and the Ace & Gary with Skadi Aquavit.
Some of the things mentioned in the show:
Chuck Cowdery’s piece on Tito’s (and really all) craft vodka: http://chuckcowdery.blogspot.com/2017/10/the-truth-about-titos-and-all-vodka.html
Independent Craft Brewer Seal: https://www.brewersassociation.org/business-tools/marketing-advertising/independent-craft-brewer-seal/
Pact Organic Cotton: https://wearpact.com/
Article on consumerism from Ali El Idrissi: https://shift.newco.co/our-consumption-model-is-broken-heres-how-to-build-a-new-one-bda838cd5dde
The music we open with is from Danny Janklow, off his debut album Elevation