Neatly on the Rocks: Recent Episodes
Page Gerrick
Each episode, Page Gerrick Denny will be sipping on and reviewing a different whiskey, discussing a wide range of fun topics, and talking with whiskey aficionados and distillers. Whether it's winsome, woeful, or a whopper of a tale, of one thing you can be certain: there will absolutely be whisky.
A great way to learn about whiskey and develop a better understanding of what you like is through whiskey flights. Lisa and Page chat about what you need to put one together, some tips and tricks to make it fun and social, and Page even puts a Scotch flight together for Lisa!
34 Degrees Crackers as a palate cleanser https://34-degrees.com/
Page's Scotch Flight
Glenmorangie 10 Year
Tamdhu 10
Auchentoshan Three Wood
Compass Box Hedonism
Caol Ila 12 Year
One thing whiskey drinkers (like Page) always want to know is "how do I learn how to put words to what I'm tasting?" This week join us as Lisa, with her amazing palate, walks Page through Sensory Bootcamp.
Whiskey cocktails are delightful, but making them at home can daunt even the most experienced whiskey drinker. This week Lisa and Page chat with Heather Wibbels, who both demystifies cocktails for beginners, and offers new approaches to experts, in her new book/love letter to cocktails, Bourbon is my Comfort Food.
Cocktail Contessa/Buy Her Book: https://www.cocktailcontessa.com/books/
Bourbon Women Foundation: https://bourbonwomenfoundation.org/
Bourbon Women: https://bourbonwomen.org/
SIPosium 2022: https://bourbonwomen.org/2022-siposium/
Everyone dreams of being something when they grow up, but few are fortunate enough to discover their passion early and pursue it to a full career in the same way Alex Castle of Old Dominick Distilling has. Lisa and I have a chat with Alex about her passion for spirits, the history and future of Old Dominick, and so much more.
www.olddominick.com
www.spiritsunited.org
Lisa and Page celebrate Women's History Month by talkign with Ashley Frey of Frey Ranch Distilling. They chat about what it's like to run a family farm + distillery, and Ashley also shares her passion for supporting women through their March fundraiser supporting Moms on the Run, an organization dedicated to helping women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. For every bottle purchased in March, the Freys are donating $1 to Moms on the Run. You can support this wonderful cause by buying a bottle through Frey's website (https://freyranch.com/) or by donating directly to this wonderful organization (https://www.momsontherun.info/).
Laws Whiskey House in Denver is as tied to place and land as any business can be. This week, Lisa and Page sit down with Senior Distiller Sam Poirier to chat about what makes Laws committment to the people and place of Colorado unique, and the gals get to taste six special whiskeys, including a sneak peek at two Bottled-in-Bond products coming to the market in April 2022.
Check out Laws Whiskey House at www.lawswhiskeyhouse.com!
This week Lisa and Page talk with Blair Woodall, SVP/General Manager of Templeton Rye Spirits based in Templeton, Iowa about climate's impact on the process of making whiskey, women's impact in the whiskey world, grains, and so much more.
Show Notes:
Proof: The Science of Booze by Adam Rogers (book)
Cask Management for Distillers by Matt Strickland (book)
American Distilling Institute https://distilling.com/
Templeton Distilling https://templetondistillery.com
Maggie Kimberl has a resume that bourbon lovers envy, a writing voice that sings, and a passion that is evident. She has chatted with and written about the most prominent, creative, and amazing people in the spirits industry, and we are honored to have her join us on this episode to talk about the history of whiskey, and all things Bourbon Women's Association.
If you're interested in joining the Bourbon Women's Association head over to https://bourbonwomen.org/
SIPosium 2022 Details are forthcoming, be sure to join and subscribe to the newsletter so you don't miss anything!
If you want to check out the book Girly Drinks: A World History of Women and Alcohol head to http://www.malloryomeara.com/girly-drinks
Check out Maggie's amazing writing at: American Whiskey Mag, Whisky Magazine, and the Bourbon Women's website!
It's 2022, and that means the podcast is back - really for reals this time! Page Gerrick is excited to be joined by her new co-host and dear friend Lisa Davis to do a little "get to know you" chat. Lots of fun and lots of laughs to be had here, so dive in and get to know your hosts as 2022 kicks off, and get ready to settle in because the content coming this year will be fresh, fun, and undoubtedly full of whiskey.
Marianne Eaves, Kentucky's first female Master Distiller, joins Page to chat about her new project Eaves Blind, and so much more. We talk about her passion, where it came from, and how she's channeling it to further revolutionize the whiskey industry.
Eaves Blind: https://www.eavesblind.com/home
Texas whiskey is giving Kentucky a run for its money by crafting bold whiskeys with a unique personality. This week, Page sits down with Robert Likarish of Ironroot Republic Distilling to chat about the origin of those bold flavors and the deep ties they have to old world techniques. Tune in and get ready to fall in love with a whole new breed of brown liquor.
With the holidays right around the corner, it's time to get serious about the presents for all the people on your list. Page is here with a bunch of gifts that are sure to fit the bill for any whiskey lover on your list.
FOOD/RECIPES
Coffee: Derek Sips (whiskey-soaked) and Jarmans Craft Coffee (barrel-aged)
Alton Brown’s Aged Eggnog Recipe - age it, I’m serious
Scottish Fudge/Whisky Tablet Recipe
SugarFina Bourbon Collection Set
Popped Popcorn - all flavors are fabulous
MADE FROM WHISKEY THINGS
Liquidated Glassets Whiskey Bottle Cigar Ash Trays and more
Cocktail smoking boxes: Cocktail Smoking Box $150, viewing window one $200, simple version for $64
Barrel Stave Charcuterie Board and Stave Cheese Knife
Stave Cribbage Board
GLASSWARE/DRINKWARE
Custom Glassware from BarrelRaised
High Camp Firelight 750 Flask
Sharper Image Driver Flask
Whiskey Stones: Multi-color Turkish Whiskey Stones, Granite Whiskey Stones, or Ancient Rocks
Scottish Glass Whiskey Pipets
Jameson Rocks Glasses
Handblown Glass from Pretentious Glass
Whiskey Peaks Grand Canyon Glasses
SPIRITS/MIXERS
Distillers Editions and Limited/Special Releases are great! (Lagavulin, Dalwhinnie, etc.)
Whiskey Subscription - Flaviar
Arizona Bitters Lab Bitters
Minute Cocktail Sugar Cubes
Iconic Cocktail Mixers - Mesquite Date & Cranberry Thyme Limited Editions
BOOKS
Mountain Spirits
Cocktail Codex
The Flavor Bible
The Texas whiskey scene is exploding, and bottles of delightful whiskey from Texas' many distilleries are making their way to the rest of the nation. Page chats with friend and Texas whiskey lover Patrick Kohn about the distilleries, personalities, and flavors in Texas whiskey, and also gives some advice on planning a Texas Whiskey Trail vacation.
Revival and Reinvigoration: two words that strongly convey the mission of Town Under Black Distilling in Tucson, AZ. Tune in as Page sits down with Beck and Vlad to discuss their passion for flavorful, funky, and fascinating spirits. Prohibition did a number on whiskey distilleries, and Town Under Black seeks to harness the powers of almost forgotten grains and techniques to revive and reinvigorate the burgeoning whiskey scene in a whole new way.
School is in session this week as Page sits down with Kate Douglas and Greg Metze, the distillers behind the delightful distillate at Old Elk in Fort Collins, CO. From flavors and memories to the chemistry and biology of it all, you're bound to walk away with a few bits of new info and a big smile.
It's election season, and we're all pretty tired of it. In this episode Page takes a lighthearted approach to a serious subject by selecting her whiskey cabinet positions. That means everyone wins, because whiskey is the unifier among us.
How does one go about harnessing the immense buying power of the whiskey community to effect deep, lasting change in our world? I sat down with Brandon Hunt, founder of Bourbon Charity, to discuss that very thing. Brandon synergized drinking whiskey and donating to charity in an unusual, and revolutionary way, and he's doing a TON of good.
Bourbon Charity: https://bourboncharity.org/
BourbonHood: https://bourbonhood.org/ - give as little as $10/month to support the awesome mission of Bourbon Charity
This week Page chats about two of her new favorite things: alcohol from Japan and a video game based there. Specifically Sake and The Ghost of Tsushima. The combination of playing a Samurai during the 1st Mongol invasion of Japan and Sake is too wonderful to be neglected on the podcast. Join Page on her lighthearted adventure into the world of Feudal Japan.
SHOW NOTES:
Arizona Sake: https://www.arizonasake.com/
Kotaku article about Sake and Ghost of Tsushima: https://kotaku.com/lets-get-nerdy-about-japanese-sake-in-ghost-of-tsushima-1844438641
Learn more about Whiskey Philanthropy via Bourbon Charity/Bourbonhood: https://bourboncharity.org/
When you've had a bad day, how do you end it on a good note? With a nice drink and a conversation with a good friend, of course! Page shares some spirits that lift her up and sits down for a heart to heart.
Whether you're starting your day off right, ending it with a bang, or somewhere in between, whiskey is a wonderful accompaniment. Selecting the right whiskey takes thought, but is a ton of fun. Page offers suggestions and strategies for pairing whiskey with food, cigars, and enjoyment throughout your day.
This week Page wraps her conversation with her dear friend Elan. We enjoyed whiskey from Bunnahabhain, Bruichladdich, and tasted possibly one of the worst whiskeys ever made, all while talking all things whiskey and life. It's a treat of a conversation.
Page chats with friend and flavor expert Elan Johnson. From how liquor stores acquire highly allocated bottles to metal ice cream and how to unearth pairing whiskey to people, this conversation between friends is one you won't want to miss.
Have you ever wondered what allocated whiskey was or why it was allocated at all? Are you wanting to become a hunter of bourbon? We chat all about the September releases, what allocation means, and how you might go about hunting this Fall. I also dive into the importance of gratitude. How it changes our lives, how to practice it, and what it really is. Welcome to my TED Talk!
* Show Notes *
Michael Bloom's 50 State Whiskey Blend: https://www.50stateblend.com/home
Breaking Bourbon's Release Calendar: https://www.breakingbourbon.com/release-calendar
Looking for your next daily drinker? Struggling to find a budget-friendly bottle of bourbon? Maybe COVID has taken a toll on your whiskey budget. On this episode, Page does a blind taste test and ranking of 6 bourbons that you can pick up for $25 or less at nearly any liquor store. She also chats about Whiskey Webs, a raffle that might make you the new owner of a very special whisky collection, and other industry news.
SHOW NOTES
LINKS FROM EPISODE:
Whiskey Webs Research Site: http://www.whiskeywebs.org/
Wired Article: https://www.wired.com/story/whiskey-webs/
Whisky Raffle: https://raffall.com/116359/enter-raffle-to-win-rare-whisky-collection-hosted-by-dale-tate
BOURBONS RATED:
Ezra Brooks 90 Proof
Early Times Bottled-in-Bond
Old Grand Dad
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond
Woodford Reserve
Hayes Parker
As Bourbon Heritage Month wraps up, it's time to celebrate the beauty of the spirit and how entwined the history of this spirit is with the history of the country that birthed it. We dive into recent whiskey news, review two very different Bourbons (Four Roses and Blanton's anyone?), and learn a bit about a bunch of whiskey related things.
After a much-needed hiatus, Page is refreshed and back to explore the world of whiskey, and so much more. Tune in to this mini-episode relaunch!
Page sits down with Lisa Carrington, better known as The Cocktail Maven on Instagram. They talk cocktails, the spirits community, and life. This is the first "Sippin' With" series episode, designed to highlight the great conversations that can arise organically in our community when two people sit down for a chat with a cocktail or a whiskey.
It's the 243rd birthday of America, and what better way to celebrate our declaration of independence than by drafting a Whiskey Drinker's Bill of Rights? On this episode, Page outlines the rights and responsibilities of whiskey lovers as she sees them.
For some, Summer signals the end of whisky season. Page walks through some great whisky and cocktail options to keep your whisky cabinet open all summer long.
What started as a normal home brewing kit gift turned into a passion and career for Megan Greenwood, owner of Greenwood Brewing in Phoenix, AZ. Megan and I chat about how her engineering background is perfect for this journey, the surprising but amazing path she's found herself on, and how creating a brewery centered around the palate of women came about.
Wondering what to get the whiskey-loving guy in your life for Father's Day? Page has you covered with over 20 different gifts, sure to satisfy even the most outfitted of whisky drinkers!
SHOW NOTES
CIGARS
-Jaime Garcia Reserva Especial
-Perdomo Champagne
-Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sungrown
-Rocky Patel 55 Robusto
-Cigar whisky glass http://bit.ly/BBBWhiskeyCigarGlass
-Cigar whisky tray http://bit.ly/cigarandwhiskeytray
CLEAR ICE GADGETS
-OnTheRocks https://clearice.rocks/
-Wintersmiths https://www.wintersmiths.com/
BOOKS
-The Way of Whisky http://bit.ly/TheWayofWhiskey
-The World Atlas of Whisky http://bit.ly/WorldAtlasofWhisky
-American Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye: A Guide to the Nation's Favorite Spirit http://bit.ly/WhiskeyBourbonRye
COCKTAIL MIXERS/TOOLS
-AZ Bitters Lab https://azbitterslab.com/
-Iconic Cocktail Co https://www.iconiccocktail.com/
-Baraphernalia's beautiful cocktail shakers http://bit.ly/BeautifulShakers
-Barspoons http://bit.ly/barspoons
-Muddlers & Strainers http://bit.ly/muddlersstrainers
AROMA KITS
-Master Whisky Aroma Kit with 88 Aromas http://bit.ly/88WhiskyAromas
-Whisky Aroma Academy http://bit.ly/AromaAcademy
JOURNALS
-33 Glasses of Whiskey http://bit.ly/2WKvXSy
-Whiskey Tasting Journal http://bit.ly/WhiskeyTastingJournal
TONS on Etsy
WHISKEYS/WHISKYS
-Four Roses Single Barrel
-Wild Turkey Rare Breed
-Aberlour 18
-Lagavulin 16
ETSY LINKS
-Whiskey stave chairs http://bit.ly/stavechairs
-Whiskey beard balm http://bit.ly/WhiskeyBeardBalm
-Flasks - just search, there are tons
-Whiskey barrel heads from various distilleries - search
-Whiskey barrel rings - search
Mead is having a moment. And while usually we're all about whisky here, it's impossible to pass up the opportunity to learn all about the golden elixir when a new meadery opens right in the Phoenix Metro!
Page sits down with Ben and Cross of Scale and Feather Meadery based in Avondale, AZ to chat about their journey and learn all about honey wine.
Show Notes: If you find yourself wanting to visit our new friends at Scale and Feather, their hours are:
Tue-Thur: 4:30pm - 9:00pm
Fri: 4:30pm - 10:00pm
Sat: 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Sun: 10:00am - 2:00pm - great festivities with meadmosas!!
Address: 1050 N Fairway Dr, Building E, Suite 112 Avondale, AZ
Social Media: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScaleandFeatherMead/
Instagram: @scaleandfeathermead
One of Arizona's best vineyards has broken into the whiskey game with a 2-year old straight bourbon. I got to sit down with Flying Leap's very own Mark Beres to discuss his love of the brown liquid, why a winery decided to dive into spirits, and the challenges in starting a distillery.
Blended whiskies have a bad rap, but is that deserved? I give a bit of the history behind blends and why they draw so much ire, and give my defense of them and review four different blends.
Blends Reviewed:
Pig's Nose Blended Scotch Whisky
Isle of Skye 8 Year Scotch Whisky
Little Book Chapter 2: Noe Simple Task
Whistlepig Old World Cask Finish 12 Year Flaviar NYC Pick
Mention: Scotchdale 8 Year Blended Scotch Whisky
Jim Brockmire: A character in the IFC show Brockmire, who has a love of rye whiskey and baseball.
Three years ago, John and Travis came up with a wild idea: Scotchdale. They wanted to bring the fun of Scottsdale, AZ to a scotch whisky that was budget-friendly and delicious. I sat down to chat with them about this idea they turned into reality and the fruits of their labor.
NotR is BACK! And Page kicks the second season off by chatting with Chase Estrin, a partner at Adventurous Stills Distillery in Tempe, AZ. This small batch distillery makes a variety of delicious spirits, but their main focus is definitely on whiskey. It's a chat about the journey of owning a distillery, the challenges involved, and the joy of pursuing this passion! So sit down with a glass of your favorite brown liquor, and get ready to learn about one of Arizona's up and coming distilleries.
Finding great bourbon at an affordable price can be a challenge, so Page put together a list of great bourbons that are bound to fit within any budget. We're talking great whiskey options under $20, $30, $40 and $50, so sit back and get ready to add some great bottles to your bar at home!
On this episode, Page also mentions some bourbon soaked cherries she made - the recipe used can be found here: https://www.tastingtable.com/cook/recipes/Bourbon-Soaked-Cherries-Recipe
This week, Page interviews Head Distiller Brant Gasparek of SanTan Distillery. They chat about his journey from the stove to the still, SanTan's expansion from brewing to distilling spirits, and more. Page also reviews SanTan's Single Malt Whiskey Sacred Stave.
Are you planning a trip to the legendary Isle of Islay? Is it on your whisky bucket list? If not, it should be! Page reviews her trip to Islay, offers thoughts on what distilleries should top your list, and reviews Lagavulin 16.
There are a lot of whiskey lovers in pop culture, and now it's time to rank them. Where do Ron Swanson, Ron Burgundy, and others rank? Tune in and find out, and also enjoy a review of The Glenlivet 15.
On this episode, Page takes some of the most common myths about whiskey busts them up. She also reviews two whiskeys: a small batch and a single malt whiskey from Lambay, a new Irish whiskey company.
Do you ever think about what you would tell yourself if you could go back some years, knowing what you know now? Page does, and in this episode she shares some bits of wisdom about whiskey and life while reviewing bourbon and sipping on a mint julep.
Scotch is a whisky whose beauty eludes many whisky drinkers in the world. In this episode, Page guides you through the world of scotch, and offers affordable, delicious whiskies for every palate. Page believes there's a scotch for every whisky lover, and helps you find it.
Scotch Whisky Recommendations:
Speyside - Aberlour 10 year old has rich spice tones with a ton of dried fruits and nuts, and it's affordable aroud $35
Highlands - Aberfeldy 12 year old is a great pick for a person new to scotch. The body is great and the malt is heathery-sweet, with a bit of sherried fruit and a kiss of smoke. It's also under $50.
Islay - Bowmore 12 year old is a great place to start, and it's available for about $50. The peat is gentle and balanced beautifully by floral notes and vanilla.
Lowland - Auchentoshan Three Wood is a delicate and slightly sweet whisky with a nice complexity. Available for about $50, it's a great price for a high value and drinkable bottle.
The Islands - Highland Park 12 year old is around the $50 mark and is clean and aromatic with citrus and grassy notes, balanced with a creamy honey character.
Campbeltown - Sprinkbank 10 year old is a bit pricier, running from $60-$80, but worth every penny. The nose is rich with stone fruits, honey and warming spices. The palate is a balanced blend of light peat, toffee, vanilla and a bit of pepper and salinity. Complex, sophisticated and delightful.
In the second episode of the Women in Whiskey series, Page talks to Billy, an assistant distiller at Adventurous Stills, bartender at Thumb Butte, and aspiring distillery owner. The ladies also sip on Auchentoshan Three Wood and Hancock's President's Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon.
Over a glass of Willett Pot Still Reserve Bourbon, Page discusses whiskey heists and shenanigans involving a U.S. President, a mummified toe, The Gentleman Bandit, a forged bottle of Laphroaig 103 year and a very rare bottle of Japanese whisky.
When looking for a good quality whiskey, it's often difficult to find one available for under $50. Page is here to help, with five hand-selected whiskeys under $50 that are sure to please the palates of beginners and seasoned whiskey drinkers alike.
Scotch: Tamdhu 10 Year
Bourbon: Four Roses Small Batch
Rye: High West Rendezvous Rye
Irish: Connemara Peated Single Malt
Japanese: Suntory Toki
Pappy is a whiskey so delicious and rare, that even billionaires can't get it. On this episode, Page talks about her Pappy tasting experience and shares the history of the coveted whiskey, including how barrels of it were stolen.
Move over Johnnie, it's Jane's turn now. We kick off a series about Women in Whisky by discussing Johnnie Walker's controversial family addition and profiling three Scottish whisky pioneers, while reviewing Johnny Walker Blue Label.
After Arie's decision on The Bachelor Finale, I need a drink. So I'm sipping on Talisker Storm and ranting about Arie Luyendyk.
Page reviews Laphroaig Cairdeas 2015 and talks through the basics of regions, terms and how whiskey is made.
This week, Page talks to two very dear friends, Adam and Jared, about life and sports, all while sampling and reviewing several delicious whiskeys.
This week, host Page Gerrick Denny reviews Blanton's Original Single Barrel Bourbon while discussing the topic of jinxes and superstitions that involve life, sports, and alcohol.
On the inaugural episode of Neatly on the Rocks, Page sips on and reviews one of her first whiskey loves, while sharing her whisky origin story.