On this episode of THE COCKTAIL GURU SHOW, hosts Jonathan & Jeffrey Pogash talk hospitality and acclaimed bartender, author, host, and educator Alba Huerta's singular commitment to excellence in it. Watch, listen, and learn how the Mexican-born and Texas-raised entrepreneur has racked up a raft of honors for both herself and Julep, the James Beard Award-winning bar that's played a leading role in transforming Houston's cocktail culture from dive dominated to craft focused.

 

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The Julep Tender with Alba Huerta (TCGS S4 E2)

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On this episode of THE COCKTAIL GURU SHOW, the premiere installment of Season 4, hosts Jonathan & Jeffrey Pogash deep-dive the whiskey world with serial entrepreneur Raj Alva and veteran whiskey maker Ari Sussman, who, together with country music superstar Eric Church, founded JYPSI Whiskey. Watch, listen, and learn how this team of unlikely partners launched a new whiskey brand, formulated an innovative whiskey-making process—including some unique aging techniques—and mastered the art and science of blending whiskeys from across the globe. Plust, enjoy a taste of the fascinating history of punch—it hasn't always been a syrupy concoction served as children's birthday parties—in Papa Pogash's "Cocktail Commentary."

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The JYPSI Spirit with Raj Alva & Ari Sussman (TCGS S4 E1 Video Version)

Join Jonathan Pogash, the Cocktail Guru, and his father Jeffrey Pogash, as they dive into the world of whiskey with special guests Raj Alva and Ari Sussman from Whiskey JYPSI. In this season 4 premiere episode, they discuss the innovative whiskey-making process behind Whiskey JYPSI, the influence from the co-owner of the brand country music star Eric Church, and the art of blending international whiskeys.

From the origins of the brand to the unique aging techniques and the entrepreneurial spirit driving the project, this episode is a must-watch for whiskey enthusiasts and cocktail lovers alike. Plus, get a taste of the fascinating history of punch in Jeffrey Pogash's Cocktail Commentary segment.

The JYPSI Spirit with Raj Alva & Ari Sussman (TCGS S4 E1)

Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024 (BRC S3 E23)

In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, Kerry Moynahan takes you on an exclusive journey through the Nth, the world's premier whiskey and luxury spirits experience held at The Wynn in Las Vegas. Kerry had the incredible opportunity to speak with some of the most esteemed figures in the whiskey industry, including Master Blender Richard Paterson from The Dalmore, Deborah Stewart of Glenfarclas, Gareth Howells from Aberfeldy, Alex Goode from Glen Grant, and John Kennedy from Bonnington Distillery.

A Universal Whiskey Experience (BRC S3 E22)

This week, host Kerry Moynahan brings you the second half of her coverage of the 2024 WSWA Conference in Las Vegas from earlier this year. This episode is packed with fascinating conversations with Ignition Kentucky Bourbon owner Steve McPherson, Hand Barrel Bourbon's Co-founder Jim Hand AND we dig up some dirt with Harvey Williams of Delta Dirt Distillery.

Last Stop, Las Vegas! (BRC S3 E21)

In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bill Christy, the founder of American Single Cask, a new independent bottler of American craft whiskey. We kicked off the conversation by discussing Bill's unexpected journey into the whiskey industry, which began with car camping trips in the desert and evolved into a deep appreciation for Scotch and American craft whiskeys.

Bill shared the inspiration behind American Single Cask, which aims to bring the independent bottling tradition of Scotland to the burgeoning American craft whiskey scene. He detailed the meticulous process of selecting and bottling unique single cask whiskeys from various distilleries, emphasizing transparency and quality. Currently, American Single Cask offers six different expressions from five distilleries, with plans to expand further.

From Desert Adventures to Whiskey Ventures: Bill Christy's Journey to American Single Cask (S3 E20)

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of whiskey with a special focus on Jypsi Whiskey, a brand co-founded by country music star Eric Church. We explore the journey of creating this unique whiskey brand with our guests Raj and Ari, who share their personal stories and the intricate process behind Jypsi Whiskey.

Exploring the World of Jypsi Whiskey: It's Not Your Average Celebrity Whiskey Brand (S3 E19)

In this episode, host Kerry Moynahan takes us on a whiskey-filled journey, featuring exclusive interviews and insights from the WSWA conference (Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America) conference in Las Vegas. This episode is packed with insightful interviews, industry stories, and a special Whiskey Whereabouts discussing Clonakilty's new whiskey releases.



First Stop, Las Vegas! (S3 E18)

Welcome to the Barrel Room Chronicles, hosted by Kerry Moynahan. Kerry is a Certified Bourbon Steward, former bartender, media producer and all-around whiskey aficionado. Kerry has combined her love for whiskey into media projects which celebrate this great spirit. And for the last 20 years she has been helping others tell their stories though television, film and other media. But now it’s time for her to take her love for whiskey and her experience in the entertainment industry to uncover the fascinating stories of the water of life.

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