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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Content Themes
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.
In the final episode of our Dunedin series, Suzie chats with Julien from No. 8 Distillery, where French distilling traditions meet good old Kiwi ingenuity.
Originally from Normandy, Julien brings generations of family distilling knowledge and 18 years of experience as a chef and pastry chef to his craft. From award-winning gin and traditional absinthe to innovative rums and locally foraged botanicals, his passion for experimenting with flavours shines through.
We explore the story behind No. 8 Distillery, his approach to sustainability, the challenges and rewards of growing a craft distillery, and what exciting plans lie ahead.
A fascinating conversation about family heritage, creativity and the thriving craft spirits scene in Ōtepoti Dunedin.
Explore No. 8 Distillery and other New Zealand spirits at nzspiritguide.com.
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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