Distilling A New Vision with Lauren Patz, Head Distiller at Redwood Empire Whiskey – S2 E3

For Redwood Empire Whiskey’s head distiller Lauren Patz, the secret to craft distilling is passion, palate and patience. Growing up in a winemaking family, she developed the palate and appreciation for good food and drink from a very early age.

After earning a dual degree in Classics and Japanese at Bates College, teaching English in Japan, and working at Tcho Chocolate’s factory, Lauren discovered her true calling when she joined Spirit Works, a small Sonoma County distillery, in 2013 as an apprentice distiller. Diving fully into learning her craft, she swiftly worked her way up to Head Distiller and managed all Spirit Works operations and product development for three years before joining Redwood Empire Whiskey in January 2021.

Lauren has judged at the American Distilling Institute since 2017, and taught distillation seminars and workshops in the local community. Her passion and creativity help to push Redwood Empire’s innovation forward without abandoning its roots. “l ask a lot of questions,” she says, “and I drive us further toward defining our identity on the distilling side.”

For every bottle sold, Redwood Empire Whiskey plants a tree.  Redwood Empire Whiskey is proud to partner with Trees for the Future to make a clear commitment to sustain our planet’s climate and livability. For every bottle sold, we will plant a tree.

Website: https://redwoodempirewhiskey.com
Instagram:  redwoodempirewhiskey
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/redwoodempirewhiskey

Redwood Empire’s Story “The Redwood Empire stretches from San Francisco to Humbolt Bay and on to the Oregon border. It is a rugged, sparsley populated area still dominated by forest, including the protected groves of Muir Woods and the massive forests of the Humboldt Redwoods. A redwood forest is a perfectly balanced ecosystem where every element works in harmony. The grandeur of the redwoods can be experienced throughout our Northern California backyard here in Sonoma County.” Listen to this episode on Apple, Spotify, Google, Pandora, Amazon, Goodpods and any other podcast player.  Listen to other episodes That’s How We Role here. Do you like Mezcal? Check out this episode with From Fashion to Mezcal with Maggy Gomez, Co-Founder of Don Sixto Mezcal.

That’s How We Role 2022 Year-End Holiday Edition – S2 E2


Hey there beautiful people. Merry Christmas. Happy Holidays. Feliz Navidad, and a very, very Happy New Year. The holidays are a very hectic time and and slightly stressful for me. There’s travel, there’s shopping, there’s packing. Whew! But anyway, I just wanted to take some time during the holidays and,  thank all of you who have tuned into the podcast over my first year as a podcaster.

April of 2023 will be year number two for for That’s How We Role. I’m so looking forward to see what year two is going to bring. It’s been quite, quite a, quite an adventure. It seems like it was just yesterday, and then it seems like it’s been forever. Either way, I’m blessed and thankful to be on this amazing journey with all of you.

I’ve met so many incredible people and other podcasters along the way. I’ve really learned so much, just a great learning opportunity for me. But anyway, I have a great episode coming in January. I thought I’d wait until after the holidays to release it, so I invite you to join me for my interview with Lauren Patz, and Lauren is the head distiller at Redwood Empire Whiskey. So I’m looking forward to sharing that episode with you,

And, and speaking of whiskey and, and the holidays. Is anyone making fruitcake? I used to love fruitcake. My grandmother used to dab it with homemade wine to keep it moist, and she would really, as we used to say, doctor on it, just making it so delicious and so special.

So, question for those making, giving or receiving fruitcakes this year. Will you be dabbing yours with wine or whiskey to keep it moist? I’m sure that whiskey would be really good on fruitcake, right? Right? Let me know how you keep your food cake delicious and moist, or whether or not you even like food cake.

DM me and let me know that That’s How We Role. Or you can DM me directly, Avis Boone on Instagram. I’m wishing all you beautiful people, a very happy New Year. And a joyous and blessed 2023.

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From Fashion To Mezcal with Maggy Gomez, Co-Founder of Don Sixto Mezcal – S2 E1

Maggy Gomez and her family started their journey seven years ago into the Mezcal world. A family trip to Oaxaca city that led them by mistake to a small town 3 hrs drive uphill, Sola de Vega, land known for its exquisite Mezcal.

Maggy gained her extensive expertise by digging a little deeper into the producers’ life. Together with her family they have accomplished to support a few Mezcaleros from the village.

Her entrepreneurial spirit has kept the brand alive through the years, and her passion and devotion has helped the brand expand into new markets.

Maggy is now based in Canada. She founded Coa de Jima Inc, an agency that represents Don Sixto Mezcal in Ontario, Canada. She believes that to have outstanding growth the mezcaleros and the agave farmers are as important as the marketing, importer, or distributors.

Maggy graduated from the Fashion Marketing program in Toronto and graduated with a trend-forecasting and Haute Couture diploma in Paris. She achieved her bachelor’s degree in fashion design from Mexico.

Don Sixto produces 6 different types of Mezcals, which have proudly won national and international awards through the years . Starting with, Don Sixto Mezcal Coyote, winner of gold medal with 95 points in The 2022 Chilled 100 Spirits,  winner of gold medal with 95 points in  New York International Spirits Competition 2022, winner of gold medal and Top 99 Mezcal in CAVA Magazine in Mexico, and a few more gold medals from “The Academy of Mezcal and Maguey A.C.”

Mezcal Don Sixto Arroqueño, award winner of New York International Spirits Competition 2022. Don Sixto Mezcal Tobala, silver medal winner and Top 99 Mezcal in CAVA Magazine in Mexico 2022, gold medal winner  “The Academy of Mezcal and Maguey A.C.”  2019. Don Sixto Mezcal Barril winner of gold medal with 95 points in  New York International Spirits Competition 2022, and winner of silver medal from “The Academy of Mezcal and Maguey A.C.” Don Sixto.

Mezcal Mexicano winner of silver medal from “The Academy of Mezcal and Maguey A.C.” Don Sixto Mezcal Espadin  won silver medal in 2022 and 2019, from “The Academy of Mezcal and Maguey A.C.”

Instagram:  DonSixto
Website:  
Don Sixto Mezcal
Twitter:
  @DonSixtoMezcal
Facebook: 
Don Sixto Mezcal
Pinterest:  
Don Sixto Mezcal

Check out the previous episode with Lauren Patz, Head Distiller at Redwood Empire Whiskey.

Turning Your Passion Into Wine – S1 E9

with Owner of Oceano Wines, Rachel Martin

Rachel Martin is the owner & founder of Oceano Wines, from the Spanish Springs Vineyard in San Luis Obispo, California.

She is a native of Virginia and was there in 2005, at the beginning of what is now considered to be one of that state’s premier wine producers, Boxwood Estate Winery. She serves as the Executive Vice President of Winery Operations of Boxwood’s award-winning wines.

She led Boxwood Estate’s Bordeaux-style wines to national and international fame.  And was successful in her efforts to  designate Middleburg, Virginia as an American Viticultural Area.

Rachel hosts a livestream show  “Tasting Room Live” every other Tuesday to their  Facebook Page and YouTube Channel.

The Food & Wine eventThe Family Reunion is August 19-22 at The Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, VA. Their  winemaker, Marbue Marke will be among the scheduled talent during the weekend.

Oceano Wines can be purchased directly from the website, Oceanowines.com and can be shipped to 44 states. They can also be found at select retailers and restaurants which are all listed on their website here.

For more on  Rachel Martin and Oceano Wines and see her full bio, check out the website: Oceano Wines.

Follow her on IG: @rachel_oceano  @oceanowines
Twitter:  @OceanoWines

Email her if you have any questions about wine or pairings at rachel@oceanowines.com 

Listen to Rachel Martin’s Interview

Found out how Maggy Gomez turned her degree in fashion into becoming a co-founder of the award-winning Don Sixto Mezcal in From Fashion To Mezcal.

Strength, Resilience & Growth, the SRG Fitness Way with Certified Personal Trainer, Sophia Rose Gigante – S1 E4

Sophia Rose Gigante is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist, and owner of SRG Fitness. She has recently added author to her accomplishments, with her book, “Strength, Resilience, Growth: How I Defied Physical and Mental Limitations and Took Control of My Future.” 

Sophia was born with a brain disorder and was told she would face multiple limitations in her life. But at  just 22 years old, Sophia created her own business, SRG FITNESS, which is a personal training and nutrition counseling wellness studio located in Westchester, New York.  

She builds training programs and nutrition plans that are specifically tailored to each individual. And brings all aspects of health and wellness into her clients’ lives. She has also expanded her business worldwide through virtual training.

Sophia believes that everyone is entitled to health and wellness. She wants everyone, especially the “underdogs,” to always feel strength, resilience, and growth when walking into SRG Fitness. 

Sophia has been featured on News 12, and in many publications including The Hydrocephalus Association Blog, which we will discuss in more detail in a bit. 

Sophia Rose Gigante put the SRG in SRG Fitness.

Get Sophia Rose’s book is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3wrIQ2N

Follow her success on social media: 

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