The Art of Tasting Tequila with Content creator Agave Love Lore

11/15/24 • 23 min

In this engaging conversation, Bradley Niccum and Agave Love And Lore delve into their shared passion for tequila, exploring its journey from bourbon to tequila, discussing favorite brands, and the importance of community in the tequila world. They also touch on social media's role in sharing knowledge, personal projects like the infinity bottle, and the fascinating world of mezcal and other agave spirits. takeaways

Tequila passion often starts with a journey from other spirits.
The Brad rating scale simplifies tequila evaluation.
Community plays a vital role in discovering new tequilas.
Social media can be a platform for sharing tequila knowledge.
Personal projects like infinity bottles enhance the tasting experience.
Tequila collections can become extensive and require preservation methods.
High proof tequilas are gaining popularity among enthusiasts.
Exploring mezcal opens up a new world of flavors and profiles.
The tequila community is supportive and helpful in sourcing bottles.
Sharing experiences and knowledge is more important than popularity.

Chapters 00:00Introduction to Tequila Passion 03:01The Journey from Bourbon to Tequila 06:02Tequila Collections and Preservation 08:46Exploring Favorite Tequila Brands 12:07The Tequila Community and Hunting for Bottles 15:04Social Media and Sharing Tequila Knowledge 18:04The Infinity Bottle and Personal Projects 21:07Diving into Mezcal and Other Agave Spirits

Tequila passion often starts with a journey from other spirits.
The Brad rating scale simplifies tequila evaluation.
Community plays a vital role in discovering new tequilas.
Social media can be a platform for sharing tequila knowledge.
Personal projects like infinity bottles enhance the tasting experience.
Tequila collections can become extensive and require preservation methods.
High proof tequilas are gaining popularity among enthusiasts.
Exploring mezcal opens up a new world of flavors and profiles.
The tequila community is supportive and helpful in sourcing bottles.
Sharing experiences and knowledge is more important than popularity.

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Behind the Bottle: The Story of EntreManos Tequila with Founder Alan Taylor

In this engaging conversation, Brad interviews Alan Taylor, the owner of Entremanos tequila. They discuss Alan's journey from engineering to the tequila industry, the significance of the brand's name, and the craftsmanship involved in tequila production. Alan shares insights into the importance of handwork, the empowerment of women in the industry, and the innovative techniques used at their distillery, NOM 1522. The conversation highlights the rich culture surrounding tequila and the dedication to quality and community. In this conversation, Brad and Alan discuss the intricate processes involved in tequila production, focusing on fermentation, milling techniques, and the importance of water in flavor profiles. They explore the challenges of natural fermentation, the impact of different production methods, and the personal preferences of tequila consumption. Alan shares insights into the distribution of Entremanos tequila and the company's plans for future experimentation and expansion.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tequila and Its Origins
07:11 The Meaning Behind 'Entremanos' and Its Symbolism
12:20 Craftsmanship and the Importance of Handwork
20:35 Innovative Production Techniques in Tequila Making
27:26 Experimentation in Tequila Production
33:45 Distribution and Availability of Entremanos Tequila

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Crafting Legacy: Arturo Lamas III of Lost Lore Tequila on Tradition, Innovation & Empowering Women | Tasting Tequila with Brad

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Brad Niccum interviews Arturo Lamas III, the founder of Lost Lore Tequila. They discuss Arturo's journey from his family's legacy in agave spirits to his entrepreneurial ventures in the beverage industry. Arturo shares insights into the distillation process, the unique aspects of Lost Lore's branding, and the meticulous care taken in crafting their tequila. The conversation highlights the importance of family tradition, quality ingredients, and the art of aging tequila to create distinct flavor profiles. In this engaging conversation, Arturo Lamas III discusses the importance of empowering women in the tequila industry, innovative barrel aging techniques, and the exploration of exotic woods to enhance flavor profiles. He shares insights on future releases, the significance of traditional methods, and the tasting notes of his products. The conversation also touches on the accessibility and distribution of tequila, as well as community engagement through merchandise.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Arturo Lamas and His Journey
02:58 The Family Legacy of Agave Spirits
05:56 Crafting Tequila: The Distillation Process
08:50 The Unique Bottling and Branding of Lost Lore Tequila
11:57 Exploring the Flavor Profiles of Lost Lore Tequila
14:49 Aging and Tasting: The Art of Tequila Maturation
18:35 Empowering Women in the Tequila Industry
19:17 Innovative Barrel Aging Techniques
22:01 Exploring Exotic Woods in Tequila
24:28 Experimenting with Traditional Methods
26:06 Future Releases and Special Editions
27:11 Tasting Notes and Flavor Profiles
29:58 Accessibility and Distribution of Tequila
32:43 Merchandise and Community Engagement