web01.fireside.fm Sat, 23 May 2026 03:02:40 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Spirits & Distilling Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Barrel Maturation” https://spiritsanddistilling.fireside.fm/tags/barrel%20maturation Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:00:00 -0700 Enjoy and learn from conversations with leading distillers as co-hosts Sydney Jones, head distiller for FEW Spirits in Chicago, and Molly Troupe, master distiller for Freeland Spirits in Portland, Oregon, explore the technical and creative processes behind award-winning and storied spirits. It’s a podcast by distillers, for distillers, that covers the broad world of finely crafted spirits—botanical and herbal spirits, fruit distillations, agave spirits, grain spirits, and more. Listen as the hosts discuss every aspect of the process, from ideation and ingredient selection through conversion and fermentation, distilling, aging, finishing, proofing, and packaging. Subscribe to this bi-weekly podcast for tips and techniques that will help you make better spirits. en-us episodic Make and drink great spirits. Spirits & Distilling Enjoy and learn from conversations with leading distillers as co-hosts Sydney Jones, head distiller for FEW Spirits in Chicago, and Molly Troupe, master distiller for Freeland Spirits in Portland, Oregon, explore the technical and creative processes behind award-winning and storied spirits. It’s a podcast by distillers, for distillers, that covers the broad world of finely crafted spirits—botanical and herbal spirits, fruit distillations, agave spirits, grain spirits, and more. Listen as the hosts discuss every aspect of the process, from ideation and ingredient selection through conversion and fermentation, distilling, aging, finishing, proofing, and packaging. Subscribe to this bi-weekly podcast for tips and techniques that will help you make better spirits. no spirits, distilling, distilled spirits, bourbon, vodka, rum, gin, craft, craft spirits. Spirits & Distilling support@spiritsanddistilling.com 20: Sherrie Moore Uses Data and Experimentation to Understand and Optimize Whiskey Flavor and Consistency https://spiritsanddistilling.fireside.fm/20 8ef53ee5-eac4-48ae-b7d0-85e0c7e4085a Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:00:00 -0700 Spirits & Distilling full Spirits & Distilling Over her 30+ years at Jack Daniel’s, Sherrie Moore served in a variety of roles, from working in the visitor’s center in the mid-70s through stints as chemist, processing manager, warehousing manager, and more before retiring as director of whiskey production. Now, she works with spirits brands in a consulting capacity, sharing the knowledge she built over decades of bust-and-boom producing whiskey for one of the world’s largest brands. 56:44 yes <p>There aren’t many problems in whiskey that Sherrie Moore hasn’t tackled and solved. Over her 30+ years at Tennessee’s renowned Jack Daniel’s distillery, she’s worked in just about every role imaginable—from chemist and processing manager to barrel warehousing manager and, eventually, director of whiskey production. She’s since directed whiskey production for Nearest Green Distillery, and for the past few years she has expanded her scope to help smaller brands dial in processes, products, and operations. </p> <p>In this episode, Moore and host Sydney Jones discuss: </p> <ul> <li> Understanding tradition before getting into experimentation</li> <li> Jack Daniel’s experiments to reduce the angel’s share</li> <li> Managing a distillery through periods of overproduction and rebalancing</li> <li> Understanding the impact of toast versus char</li> <li> Newer research from ISC Barrels on barrel preparation</li> <li> Creating greater consistency, not just quality</li> <li> Understanding the dynamics of barrel warehouses</li> <li> Evaluating with the eyes to understand flavor</li> <li> Collecting data on consumer preference through tasting-room experiments</li> </ul> <p>And more. </p> <p><strong>Brought to you by:</strong><br> <strong><a href="https://gdchillers.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">G&amp;D Chillers:</a></strong> G&amp;D Chillers understands that each distillery’s chilling requirements are unique. On every distillery project, G&amp;D offers the front-end design and engineering your team needs at no cost to you. Jim Kuhr, VP of Manufacturing at Red Boot Beverages says, “G&amp;D has been with us since the early days. Their knowledgeable engineers and service techs are there when we need them. We’re in the midst of a large expansion, and they have been right there with us to select chiller solutions for today and the future.” Reach out for a quote today at gdchillers.com</p> whiskey, barrel aging, barrel maturation, whiskey maturation, Jack Daniel's, Tennessee whiskey There aren’t many problems in whiskey that Sherrie Moore hasn’t tackled and solved. Over her 30+ years at Tennessee’s renowned Jack Daniel’s distillery, she’s worked in just about every role imaginable—from chemist and processing manager to barrel warehousing manager and, eventually, director of whiskey production. She’s since directed whiskey production for Nearest Green Distillery, and for the past few years she has expanded her scope to help smaller brands dial in processes, products, and operations.

In this episode, Moore and host Sydney Jones discuss:

  • Understanding tradition before getting into experimentation
  • Jack Daniel’s experiments to reduce the angel’s share
  • Managing a distillery through periods of overproduction and rebalancing
  • Understanding the impact of toast versus char
  • Newer research from ISC Barrels on barrel preparation
  • Creating greater consistency, not just quality
  • Understanding the dynamics of barrel warehouses
  • Evaluating with the eyes to understand flavor
  • Collecting data on consumer preference through tasting-room experiments

And more.

Brought to you by:
G&D Chillers: G&D Chillers understands that each distillery’s chilling requirements are unique. On every distillery project, G&D offers the front-end design and engineering your team needs at no cost to you. Jim Kuhr, VP of Manufacturing at Red Boot Beverages says, “G&D has been with us since the early days. Their knowledgeable engineers and service techs are there when we need them. We’re in the midst of a large expansion, and they have been right there with us to select chiller solutions for today and the future.” Reach out for a quote today at gdchillers.com

]]> There aren’t many problems in whiskey that Sherrie Moore hasn’t tackled and solved. Over her 30+ years at Tennessee’s renowned Jack Daniel’s distillery, she’s worked in just about every role imaginable—from chemist and processing manager to barrel warehousing manager and, eventually, director of whiskey production. She’s since directed whiskey production for Nearest Green Distillery, and for the past few years she has expanded her scope to help smaller brands dial in processes, products, and operations.

In this episode, Moore and host Sydney Jones discuss:

  • Understanding tradition before getting into experimentation
  • Jack Daniel’s experiments to reduce the angel’s share
  • Managing a distillery through periods of overproduction and rebalancing
  • Understanding the impact of toast versus char
  • Newer research from ISC Barrels on barrel preparation
  • Creating greater consistency, not just quality
  • Understanding the dynamics of barrel warehouses
  • Evaluating with the eyes to understand flavor
  • Collecting data on consumer preference through tasting-room experiments

And more.

Brought to you by:
G&D Chillers: G&D Chillers understands that each distillery’s chilling requirements are unique. On every distillery project, G&D offers the front-end design and engineering your team needs at no cost to you. Jim Kuhr, VP of Manufacturing at Red Boot Beverages says, “G&D has been with us since the early days. Their knowledgeable engineers and service techs are there when we need them. We’re in the midst of a large expansion, and they have been right there with us to select chiller solutions for today and the future.” Reach out for a quote today at gdchillers.com

]]> 1: Hosts Sydney Jones and Molly Troupe Share Their Favorite Distilling Techniques https://spiritsanddistilling.fireside.fm/1 65d4981a-a217-497b-8fc6-50d5e6efa852 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0700 Spirits & Distilling full Spirits & Distilling In this launch episode of the Craft Spirits & Distilling Podcast, hosts Sydney Jones of FEW Spirits and Molly Troupe of Freeland Spirits introduce the podcast and each other with a dive into their favorite distilling techniques. 1:04:14 yes <p>Welcome to Episode 1 of the Craft Spirits &amp; Distilling Podcast, featuring hosts Sydney Jones, head distiller for <a href="https://www.fewspirits.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">FEW Spirits</a> in Chicago, and Molly Troupe, master distiller for <a href="https://freelandspirits.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Freeland Spirits</a> in Portland, Oregon. Recorded live at the ACSA trade show and convention in Denver, this conversation introduces the podcast and the hosts via a deep dive into their favorite distilling techniques. </p> <p>Along the way, they discuss: </p> <ul> <li>distilling fresh ingredients at lower temperatures with a rotovap</li> <li>navigating the TTB GRAS (generally recognized as safe) list</li> <li>proofing with liquids other than water</li> <li>barrel maturation in hot climates</li> <li>enzyme protocols for difficult grains</li> <li>whiskey-blending strategies</li> <li>purposeful yeast selection, for more characterful whiskey fermentations</li> <li>the flavor impacts of different factors in whiskey cask aging</li> </ul> <p>And more. </p> <p><strong>Brought to you by:</strong><br> <strong><a href="https://techniblend.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Techniblend:</a></strong> Craft the perfect blend every time by enhancing the flavor profile of your spirits with TechniBlend’s state-of-the-art blending and batching technology. TechniBlend is the trusted partner of distilleries across the country, providing solutions for unparalleled accuracy and consistency in the distilled spirits production process. Visit techniblend.com today to discover how our innovative solutions can redefine the art of distillation. TechniBlend: Blend the Best!</p> <p><strong><a href="https://Crafted%20ERP.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Crafted ERP:</a></strong> Is your brewery, distillery or, heck we’ll say it, “brewstillery” looking for better control of production, finance, compliance, inventory, supply chain, etc.? You want a system that untaps your potential and future-proofs your strategy. You need total visibility into every aspect of your business–and you need it on demand. Visit Crafted ERP.com to learn how Crafted meets you where you’re at today–and prepares you for everything that’s coming tomorrow. </p> <p><strong><a href="https://CountryMalt.com/distilling" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Country Malt Group:</a></strong> Country Malt Group is proud to support craft distillers across North America with a carefully curated portfolio of the best everyday ingredients and supplies, including malt, adjuncts, fruit, yeast and more! Visit CountryMalt.com/distilling to view their complete list of distilling products, resources and podcast episodes.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://LotusBevAlliance.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Lotus Beverage Alliance</a></strong> Say goodbye to the complexities of ordering equipment and supplies from multiple vendors, and say hello to the efficiency and simplicity offered by Lotus Beverage Alliance. This new alliance brings together craft beverage industry powerhouses GW Kent, Alpha Brewing Operations, Stout Tanks and Kettles, Twin Monkeys Beverage Solutions, Brewmation, and Automated Extractions to provide an unrivaled portfolio of craft beverage equipment and supplies. Experience the convenience of working with ONE vendor…. ONE Source…. for ALL of your craft business needs. Visit LotusBevAlliance.com now, and start streamlining your process today. </p> distilling, rotovap, TTB, GRAS, proofing spirits, proofing, barrel maturation, enzyme protocol, whiskey blending, fermenting whiskey, cask aging Welcome to Episode 1 of the Craft Spirits & Distilling Podcast, featuring hosts Sydney Jones, head distiller for FEW Spirits in Chicago, and Molly Troupe, master distiller for Freeland Spirits in Portland, Oregon. Recorded live at the ACSA trade show and convention in Denver, this conversation introduces the podcast and the hosts via a deep dive into their favorite distilling techniques.

Along the way, they discuss:

  • distilling fresh ingredients at lower temperatures with a rotovap
  • navigating the TTB GRAS (generally recognized as safe) list
  • proofing with liquids other than water
  • barrel maturation in hot climates
  • enzyme protocols for difficult grains
  • whiskey-blending strategies
  • purposeful yeast selection, for more characterful whiskey fermentations
  • the flavor impacts of different factors in whiskey cask aging

And more.

Brought to you by:
Techniblend: Craft the perfect blend every time by enhancing the flavor profile of your spirits with TechniBlend’s state-of-the-art blending and batching technology. TechniBlend is the trusted partner of distilleries across the country, providing solutions for unparalleled accuracy and consistency in the distilled spirits production process. Visit techniblend.com today to discover how our innovative solutions can redefine the art of distillation. TechniBlend: Blend the Best!

Crafted ERP: Is your brewery, distillery or, heck we’ll say it, “brewstillery” looking for better control of production, finance, compliance, inventory, supply chain, etc.? You want a system that untaps your potential and future-proofs your strategy. You need total visibility into every aspect of your business–and you need it on demand. Visit Crafted ERP.com to learn how Crafted meets you where you’re at today–and prepares you for everything that’s coming tomorrow.

Country Malt Group: Country Malt Group is proud to support craft distillers across North America with a carefully curated portfolio of the best everyday ingredients and supplies, including malt, adjuncts, fruit, yeast and more! Visit CountryMalt.com/distilling to view their complete list of distilling products, resources and podcast episodes.

Lotus Beverage Alliance Say goodbye to the complexities of ordering equipment and supplies from multiple vendors, and say hello to the efficiency and simplicity offered by Lotus Beverage Alliance. This new alliance brings together craft beverage industry powerhouses GW Kent, Alpha Brewing Operations, Stout Tanks and Kettles, Twin Monkeys Beverage Solutions, Brewmation, and Automated Extractions to provide an unrivaled portfolio of craft beverage equipment and supplies. Experience the convenience of working with ONE vendor…. ONE Source…. for ALL of your craft business needs. Visit LotusBevAlliance.com now, and start streamlining your process today.

]]> Welcome to Episode 1 of the Craft Spirits & Distilling Podcast, featuring hosts Sydney Jones, head distiller for FEW Spirits in Chicago, and Molly Troupe, master distiller for Freeland Spirits in Portland, Oregon. Recorded live at the ACSA trade show and convention in Denver, this conversation introduces the podcast and the hosts via a deep dive into their favorite distilling techniques.

Along the way, they discuss:

  • distilling fresh ingredients at lower temperatures with a rotovap
  • navigating the TTB GRAS (generally recognized as safe) list
  • proofing with liquids other than water
  • barrel maturation in hot climates
  • enzyme protocols for difficult grains
  • whiskey-blending strategies
  • purposeful yeast selection, for more characterful whiskey fermentations
  • the flavor impacts of different factors in whiskey cask aging

And more.

Brought to you by:
Techniblend: Craft the perfect blend every time by enhancing the flavor profile of your spirits with TechniBlend’s state-of-the-art blending and batching technology. TechniBlend is the trusted partner of distilleries across the country, providing solutions for unparalleled accuracy and consistency in the distilled spirits production process. Visit techniblend.com today to discover how our innovative solutions can redefine the art of distillation. TechniBlend: Blend the Best!

Crafted ERP: Is your brewery, distillery or, heck we’ll say it, “brewstillery” looking for better control of production, finance, compliance, inventory, supply chain, etc.? You want a system that untaps your potential and future-proofs your strategy. You need total visibility into every aspect of your business–and you need it on demand. Visit Crafted ERP.com to learn how Crafted meets you where you’re at today–and prepares you for everything that’s coming tomorrow.

Country Malt Group: Country Malt Group is proud to support craft distillers across North America with a carefully curated portfolio of the best everyday ingredients and supplies, including malt, adjuncts, fruit, yeast and more! Visit CountryMalt.com/distilling to view their complete list of distilling products, resources and podcast episodes.

Lotus Beverage Alliance Say goodbye to the complexities of ordering equipment and supplies from multiple vendors, and say hello to the efficiency and simplicity offered by Lotus Beverage Alliance. This new alliance brings together craft beverage industry powerhouses GW Kent, Alpha Brewing Operations, Stout Tanks and Kettles, Twin Monkeys Beverage Solutions, Brewmation, and Automated Extractions to provide an unrivaled portfolio of craft beverage equipment and supplies. Experience the convenience of working with ONE vendor…. ONE Source…. for ALL of your craft business needs. Visit LotusBevAlliance.com now, and start streamlining your process today.

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