Tales from the top shelf
Tales from the top shelf
Podcast Description
Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling.
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Explores the art and science of distilling with a focus on personal stories from craft distillers, including episodes highlighting the unique perspectives of guests like Bec from Bondstore and Justine Schroder from Mount Fyffe distillery, diving into themes such as local ingredients, sustainability in spirits, and innovative production methods.
Explore Aotearoa’s craft distilling scene through conversations with the people shaping it. In each episode, Head Taster Suzie Carrig speaks with local distillers about their influences, approach to distilling, and the ideas that define their spirits.
Together, they offer insight into New Zealand distilleries, their expertise, creativity, and distinctive local character.
This journey takes us to Golden Bay at the top of New Zealand’s South Island, where Dancing Sands Distillery creates distinctive spirits inspired by place, people and botanicals. Co-founder Sarah Bonema shares the story behind the award-winning gin brand, the leap from corporate careers to craft distilling, and how a remote coastal community helped shape a globally recognised spirits producer. From wasabi gin to aged rum and fruit-driven vodka, discover how Dancing Sands blends innovation with a deep sense of location.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
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