Ep. 134: The Evolution of Kings County Distillery: Bourbon, Rye, and Peat Innovation

In this episode of the Vint podcast Brady serves up a solo-interview with the founder of Brooklyn"s Kings County Distillery, Colin Spoelman. Kings County Distillery is New York City"s oldest premier whiskey distillery. With a background rooted in both creative and technical expertise, Colin has played a pivotal role in the resurgence of craft distilling in America. His commitment to producing high-quality, artisanal spirits has earned Kings County Distillery numerous accolades and a dedicated following among whiskey enthusiasts. In addition to his distilling accomplishments, Colin is an accomplished author. His most recent book, "The Bourbon Drinker"s Companion: A Guide to American Distilleries, with Travel Advice, Folklore, and Tasting Notes," is out now and serves as a comprehensive guide for bourbon enthusiasts. The book offers readers a deep dive into the world of American distilleries, complete with practical travel advice, intriguing folklore, and detailed tasting notes. Colin"s work not only highlights his deep knowledge of the industry but also his ability to bring rich, cultural narratives to life, making the heritage of American distilling accessible and engaging for modern readers. Check out his work wherever you buy books and be sure to make your way to NYC for a tasting, and, even better, order bottles for your friends and family to share with you through their online store. Chapters: 01:53 Introducing Today’s Guest: Colin Spolman 02:17 Discussion on Peated Rye and Bourbon 03:11 Colin Spolman’s New Book 04:03 Coravin Giveaway Announcement 06:10 Interview with Colin Spolman Begins 07:11 Colin’s Journey from Kentucky to New York 10:39 Founding Kings County Distillery 13:52 Craft Distilling in Brooklyn 15:06 Moonshine and Flavored Spirits 21:14 Aging Whiskey at Kings County 22:32 The Role of Water and Grain in Distilling 23:42 The Role of Water in Distilling 25:18 Reviving Rye Whiskey in New York 27:35 Exploring the Distillery’s Lineup 31:57 The Unique Appeal of Peated Bourbon 38:21 Innovative Peated Rye Whiskey 41:13 High Proof Whiskeys and Their Appeal 42:20 The Bourbon Drinker’s Companion Book The Vint Podcast is presented by Coravin, the world"s leader in wine preservation systems. Listeners of the Vint Podcast can take 15% off their purchase on Coravin.com by using promo code VINT15 at checkout*. Members of the trade can access exclusive discounts at trade.Coravin.com. The Vint Podcast is a production of the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com. To learn more about Vint and the Vint Marketplace, visit us at https://vint.co or Vintmarketplace.com or email Brady Weller at brady@vint.co, or Billy Galanko at Billy@vintmarketplace.com. *Terms and Conditions Apply. Offer valid only on Coravin.com while supplies last. Pricing and discount are subject to change at any time. Coravin reserves the right to limit order quantities. No adjustments to prior purchases. Not valid for cash. Cheers! Past Guests Include: William Kelley, Peter Liem, Eric Asimov, Bobby Stuckey, Rajat "Raj" Parr, Erik Segelbaum, André Hueston Mack, Emily Saladino, Konstantin Baum, Landon Patterson, Heather Wibbels, Carlton "CJ" Fowler, Boris Guillome, Christopher Walkey, Danny Jassy, Kristy Wenz, Dan Petroski, Buster Scher, Andrew Nelson, Jane Anson, Tim Irwin, Matt Murphy, Allen Meadows, Altan Insights, Tim Gaiser, Vince Anter, Joel Peterson, Megan O"Connor, Adam Lapierre, Jason Haas, Ken Freeman, Lisa Perrotti-Brown,...