In the premiere episode of Icons of Wine, a new mini-series within The Cocktail Guru Show, host Jeffrey Pogash welcomes one of the most influential figures in modern New Zealand winemaking: Erica Crawford. The Icons of Wine series spotlights the people who have shaped global wine culture through innovation, vision, and uncompromising quality.

Icons of Wine with Erica Crawford (TCGS S5 E4)

Kerry Moynahan sits down with Anna Axster and Wendelin von Schroder, co-founders of Lodestar Whiskey and two of Forbes’ 10 Women Changing the Whiskey Industry. The cousins share how their music industry careers inspired an inclusive whiskey brand, their flagship blend of American Single Malt and High-Rye Bourbon, and what’s next for Lodestar Whiskey.To read the full show notes please visit: https://www.barrelroomchronicles.com/loadstar-whiskey-s4e15

From Music to Whiskey: The Story Behind Lodestar (BRC S4 E15)

In this delightfully briny episode of The Cocktail Guru Show, Jonathan and Jeffrey Pogash take viewers on a pickle-powered journey from the legendary Mai-Kai in Fort Lauderdale to the vibrant Swizzle Rumbar, where they sit down with a very special guest: John King, co-founder of The Original Pickle Shot.

The Pickle Shooter with John King (TCGS S5 E3)

In this special on-location episode, Kerry heads to New York City to sit down in person with returning guest Robin Robinson—author, whiskey educator, and one of the industry’s most captivating storytellers. Five years after first appearing on the show, Robin joins Kerry to unveil his brand-new book, The History of Whiskey in 100 Bottles, Barrels & More, a sweeping chronicle that traces the origins of distilled spirits from ancient pots and early alembics all the way to modern whiskey culture.



Head to https://www.barrelroomchronicles.com/with-robin-robinson-s4-e14/ to see the full show notes

 The History of Whiskey: A Deep Dive with Robin Robinson (S4 E14)

Robin Robinson (TCGS S5 E2)

The Cocktail Guru Show, hosted by Jonathan Pogash and his father, Jeffrey, features actress Emily Meade discussing her career and personal journey. Emily shares her experiences in various TV shows, including "The Deuce" and "Broad City," and her transition to sobriety. She also talks about the challenges of acting, including auditioning and the impact of COVID-19 on the industry. The show also includes a non-alcoholic cocktail recipe using POM Wonderful pomegranate juice, highlighting the growing trend of high-quality non-alcoholic drinks.



Deuces Dry with Emily Meade (TCGS S5 E1)

Welcome to another exciting episode of Barrel Room Chronicles! I'myour host, Kerry Moynahan, and today we're diving deep into the vibrant worldof whiskey at the Tales of the Cocktail festival in New Orleans. This episodeis packed with spontaneous street interviews, exclusive festival finds, andinsightful conversations with industry leaders. So, pour yourself a dram, kickoff your shoes, and join me on this whiskey adventure.

BRC at Tales of the Cocktail (S4 E13)

Hey everyone, Jonathan and Jeffrey here, bringing you the season finale of Season 4 of The Cocktail Guru Show, live from the vibrant city of New Orleans at Cafe Amelie. This episode is packed with incredible guests, insightful discussions, and, of course, amazing cocktails and food.

We had the pleasure of hosting some fantastic guests this season, including:

 * Kyle McHugh from Proof Media

 * Laura Cullen

 * Ben Jones from Spiribam Spirits

 * Alejandro Coronado from Cuervo Tequila

 * Jaime Salas from Proximo Spirits

 * Absinthe distiller, Absinthia Vermut

 * Celebrity guests Cheech and Chong

DIRECT from The Big Easy, it's The Cocktail Guru Season Finale!

Fog City Social isn’t your typical whiskey festival—it’s a curated experience where every pour tells a story and every guest is treated like a VIP.

In this episode, Kerry takes you inside Fog City Social Four at San Francisco’s historic Ring Con Center, sharing conversations with some of the most exciting voices in whiskey today:

 * Rory Glasgow (Brown-Forman, GlenGlassaugh/BenRiach/Glenglassaugh)

 * Nora Ganley-Roper (Lost Lantern)

 * Peter Talhame (Bear Fight Whiskey, with Seth MacFarlane & Gabriel Macht)

 * Richard Lobrano-Chibnall (Molly Malone Whiskey)

 * Zakai (Filey Bay English Single Malt)

 * Peter Currie (Shand Import, rare Caledonian single grain)

From tropical coastal Scotch and bold American blends to delicate Irish whiskey and rare 31-year-old single grain, this episode celebrates the innovation, heritage, and community spirit that make Fog City Social unlike any other festival.

🎧 Pour a dram and join the journey.

From Sandend to Suits - Whiskey Conversations at Fog City Social (BRC S4 E12)

Kerry Moynahan talks with Mel Heim, the creative mind behind Big Nose Kate Whiskey, a bold spirit honoring the legendary frontier woman who outlived Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp. Backed by powerhouse investors Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone, the brand rewrites Kate’s story—celebrating resilience, independence, and a legacy too big to be forgotten.

Whiskey, Grit, and the Untold Story of Big Nose Kate (BRC S4 E11)

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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