GINSPIRED
GINSPIRED is a podcast where we talk about and celebrate everything about the wonderful juniper-laced spirit called GIN! There is SO much to talk about when it comes to gin – and we are going to dive into all of it in future episodes. I’ll be speaking to guests from around the world including gin and mixer experts, distilleries, gin fans, and bartenders. In every episode, my guests and I will be sharing what we're drinking as well as fun GINcident stories. I hope you will join me on this GINspired journey.
Episodes
69 episodes
Spirit of the Highlands: Exploring 'The Gael' Signature Gin
In this episode, join me on an exhilarating journey into the world of 'The Gael' Signature Scottish Gin. Immerse yourself in the juniper-laced symphony as we sit down with Nigel Large, the mastermind behind 'The Gael,' to unravel the craft, pas...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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22:39
Crafting Nova Scotia Spirits: Behind the Scenes at Ironworks Distillery
On today's episode of GINspired, I sit down with Lynne MacKay and Brad Deller, the visionaries behind Ironworks Distillery, to uncover the artistry, passion, and craft that define this Nova Scotian gem. Together, we explore their philosop...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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28:23
Just Pour It with special guest Danny Partington
On today’s episode, I welcome Danny Partington. He runs a gin vlog called Just Pour It. He’s located in (as he puts it) a small town called Runcorn, UK - a place in the middle of everywhere without it being anything much itself! Today, we chat ...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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24:23
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Ginny & The Bottles with special guest Tanja Schmittner
On today’s episode, I welcome Tanja Schmittner from Germany, a woman who says about herself, that she is “all about Gin”. Tanja, also known as Ginny, is the host of Ginny and The Bottles Tastings, co-host of Juicy Sip a YouTube channel about gi...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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17:02
Eat, Drink and Be Merri at Merridale Cidery & Distillery with special guest Rick Pipes
On today’s episode, I welcome Rick Pipes, Co-Owner and Head Distiller of Merridale Cidery & Distillery located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Today, we chat about how it all started, their philosophy on product development a...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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25:41
Tales from Stillhead Distillery with special guest Brennan Colebank
On today’s episode, I welcome Brennan Colebank, co-founder and Master Distiller of Stillhead Distillery located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Today, we chat about how it all started, the story behind their name, their philosoph...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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33:21
Pixie, Gin and a Striped Pig, with special guest Pixie Paula Dezzutti
On today’s episode, I'm excited to welcome Pixie Paula Dezzutti, CEO of Local Choice Spirits, a company that owns many distilleries and breweries in the USA. She’s a spirits expert and brand developer who has built the #1 distillery in South Ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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32:41
(Update) A Distillery by the Sea - Sheringham Distillery, with special guest Jason MacIsaac
On today’s episode, I welcome back to the show Jason MacIsaac, Co-Founder and Master Distiller of Sheringham Distillery located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Today, we catch up and chat about what’s new since we last spoke (and...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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25:48
The Odd Society of Gin, with special guests Gordon & Mia Glanz
On today’s episode, I welcome Gordon Glanz, Founder and Head Distiller of Odd Society Spirits, and Mia Glanz, bar manager of the Odd Society Cocktail Lounge both located in East Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Today, we chat about how it a...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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21:15
Gin & Nickel 9: Crafting Distinctive Spirits with special guest Chris Jacks
On today’s episode, I welcome Chris Jacks, Founder of Nickel 9 Distillery located in the heart of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Today, we chat about how it all started, the story behind their name, their philosophy on product development, and of co...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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23:05
A Mad Lab Update, with special guest Scott Thompson
On today’s episode, I welcome back Scott Thompson, Founder and Distiller of Mad Laboratory Distilling located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Today, we catch up and see what they’ve been up to since we last spoke, their gins and product...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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18:56
Behind the Still: Inside the World of a Head Distiller, with special guest Miranda Parker
On today’s episode, I welcome Miranda Parker, Head Distiller of Compass Distillers located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. With her Bachelor in Chemical Engineering and lifelong involvement in the arts, she brings chemistry and creativit...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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25:05
A Ginspired GNU Update, with special guest Darren Scott
On today’s episode, I welcome back to the show Darren Scott - Chief Operations Officer and Director of Gnu Craft Spirits, located in Calgary, Alberta. Today, I catch up Darren to see where they are on their journey and their experiences ...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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25:03
GINovations from Bruinwood Estate Distillery, with special guest Jeff Barringer
On today’s episode, I welcome Jeff Barringer, Co-Founder of Bruinwood Estate Distillery located in Robert’s Creek, British Columbia, Canada. Today, we chat about how it all started, their philosophy on product development, and of course their g...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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30:39
Gin & Cocktails in San Francisco, with special guest Christine Beuhler
On today’s episode, I welcome Christine Beuhler, communications consultant and a former bartender in San Francisco. Today, we chat about her lifelong love of gin, the bar scene in San Francisco, her favourite gins and cocktails, and of course, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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21:20
[Update] How a Distillery Down Under got Started During the Pandemic, with special guest Nikki Oesterle
On today’s episode, I'm excited to welcome back to the show Nikki Oesterle, co-founder of Papaiti Gin, located in Whanganui, New Zealand. Today, we catch up on her journey and experiences of starting a craft gin distillery in New Zealand ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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17:10
Gin & Running a Bartending School, with special guest Jess Morton
On today’s episode, I welcome Jess Morton. She’s the General Manager of the Toronto Institute of Bartending. She runs the school full-time, assisting with SpiritHouse operations (the school’s training bar), as well as an instructor, bartender, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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31:51
For the Love of Gin, with special guest Jeffrey A. McGuire, "Jam"
On today’s episode, I welcome Jeffrey A. McGuire – who goes by Jam. He’s a ginthusiast from Germany, a performer, and he runs a strategic communication company as his day job. Today, on this lively and fun call, we chat...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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28:06
The MOST Romantic Ginspired Story Ever, with special guest Jennifer "Ginny" Chur
On today’s episode, I welcome Jennifer Chur, a marketing consultant by day, a foodie 24/7, and a Gin fanatic pretty much all the time. Jennifer, also known as Ginny, is the host of It’s Gin O’Clock – a FB group with over 8000 members. Tod...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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31:04
The History of Happy Hour, with special guest Carl Richards
On today’s episode, I welcome Carl Richards, and we are celebrating national happy hour day! We’ll chat about the history of this gintastic day, give you some tips on how to celebrate, share some cocktail ideas, and I also share a personal ginc...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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23:13
A Distiller at the Top, with special guest Martin Murray
On today’s episode, I welcome Martin Murray, Co-Founder of Dunnet Bay Distillers, located at the top of Scotland. Today, we chat about his (and his wife Clair's) journey to becoming a distillery owner, the story behind Dunnet...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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30:22
Ginspired Season 3 Sneak Peek
After a bit of a summer break, we are back live!! On today’s episode, I welcome back my good friend Carl Richards and together, we launch Ginspired Season 3! Today, we review the best of Season 2, share some exciting updates, cha...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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26:12
Sipping Gin at Kinsip, with special guest Maria Hristova
On today’s episode, I welcome Maria Hristova, Co-Owner of Kinsip House of Fine Spirits, located in the heart of Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada. Today we chat about her journey to becoming a distillery owner, the story behind Kinsi...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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29:02
Wild Life Distillery, with special guest Keith Robinson
On today’s episode, I welcome Keith Robinson Distiller & Co-Founder of Wild Life Distillery, located in Canmore, Alberta. Today we chat about his love of gin, the story behind Wild Life distillery, all about their produc...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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26:46
A Troubled Monk, with special guest Charlie Bredo
On today’s episode, I welcome Charlie Bredo, President of Troubled Monk, a Craft Beverages business located in Red Deer, Alberta. Today, we chat about how he came to own a brewery and a distillery, what it takes to run the business, all about...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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19:07
