VinePair Podcast

In the fifth episode of this special six-part series, host Zach Geballe is joined by David Rodriguez, PATRÓN Tequila’s Master Distiller, to discuss some of the differences in PATRÓN’s various expressions of agave, and the best way to enjoy these hand-crafted spirits all on their own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joanna and Zach are joined by VinePair writer-at-large Dave Infante to explore why exactly craft beer has been in a years-long slump, as well as why attitudes towards "selling out" seem to have changed. Plus, an update on Zach and Dave's bet. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Dave is drinking: Bota Box Red BlendZach is drinking: The Devil is a LiarJoanna is drinking: Sierra Nevada Sunny Little Thing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Spring just around the corner, Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss what exactly are the definitive beer, wine, and cocktail for the season, as well as a conversation about what differentiates spring and summer beverages. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the fourth episode of this special six-part series, host Zach Geballe is joined by Stephanie Teslar and Egor Polonskiy from PATRÓN Tequila’s Advocacy and Mixology Team to explore a range of tequila cocktails, from classics like the Paloma and Tequila Sunrise to reinventions like the Oaxacan Old Fashioned or the Tequila Negroni. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With states and municipalities across the country repealing vaccine and mask mandates, Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss what the spring will look like for restaurants and bars that choose to still enforce them, and wonder what comes next in the industry's ongoing struggles with the Covid-19 pandemic. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Joanna is drinking: I Clivi Galea BiancoZach is drinking: Lucky Envelope SchwarzbierAdam is drinking: Sycamore Brewing Slurricane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With St. Patrick's Day around the corner, Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss whether Irish whiskey, in particular more premium/aged expressions, are really catching on in the United States. Then, the team tastes the most famous Irish whiskey, Jameson. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Zach Geballe and Stephen Halpin from PATRÓN Tequila as they explore the history and evolution of the Margarita cocktail, from its origins to modern variations like the Tommy's Margarita. They discuss the essential ingredients, techniques for making and serving Margaritas, tequila variations, and the importance of quality ingredients in crafting the perfect Margarita.

Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss the recent resurgence in speakeasies, and whether they've just become another potential aesthetic choice for a cocktail bar or if they actually offer a meaningfully different drinking experience than other types of bars. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Zach is drinking: Sierra Cantabria Gran Reserva RiojaJoanna is drinking: Boozy hot chocolate at Post House InnAdam is drinking: Pabst Blue Ribbon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss how Prosecco became such a dominant force in the American wine industry, why it's benefitted from being seen as fun and unpretentious, and how it can continue to expand its foothold in the wine market. Then, the team tastes Mionetto Prosecco, one of the best-selling bottles in the US. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second episode of this special six-part series, host Zach Geballe is joined by Antonio Rodriguez, On-Trade Development Director for PATRÓN Tequila, to discuss some of the ways in which PATRÓN’s production methods are unique and distinctive, how consumers can know if they’re getting a traditionally-made tequila, and how PATRÓN is a part of the broader community in Jalisco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.