Ep. 89: Cocktail Queen Ray Jordan

Ray Jordan is a cocktail guru who is passionate about mixology. She currently is mastering her craft with the help of Holystone distilling. Ray now chases finding and paring all the yummy things. Listen in as we hear Ray’s story from wine pairings to cocktail queen and everything in between.

Ep. 88: Kicking it with Libby

On this Episode, with our friend Rachel Bell as co-host, will sit down with amazing Libby Taylor from the Squatters/Wasatch crew. Libby has been working with Squatters/Wasatch for several years educating people about craft beer. Listen as this multi-talented passionate artist tells us how she changes lives through craft beer within the Squatters/Wasatch framily!

Ep. 84: Dented Brick Distillery

On this Episode, David and Chad sit down with Head Distiller Harley and Tui of Dented Brick Distillery. Dented Brick is a local distillery that has gone through leaps and bounds to become who they are today. With the drive and passion of a stellar crew, which includes Harley and Tui, Dented Brick is producing award winning products.

Join us as we try their Antelope Island Rum, Bristlecone Gin, House Whiskey, Limited Edition Moon’s Best Rye Whiskey, and a secret Gin.

Ep. 83: Cider Maker Joel of Mountain West Cidery

On this Episode, we sit down with Cider Maker Joel Goodwillie of Mountain West Cidery. From the Pacific-Northwest, Joel comes from a background of wine making with over 20 years of experience. While finding a new home in Utah, Joel has quickly helped make a name for Mountain West Cider. Listen how Joel converted from the grape vine to the apple tree.

Also, Cider Maker Joel and Tastemaster David teamed up to make a “Small Batch Cider.” Tune in to see how Joel and David’s first joint experimental cider turned out!

Ep. 82: Utah Beer Myths & Misperceptions with Dini

Honorary Tastemaster Dini joins today’s episode as we talk personal experiences in regards to alcohol in Utah. Both living most our lives in Utah, we had a very unusual upbringing. Looking back a decade in our lives, so much has changed. Not only in the way we think, but our incredibly growing culture around us.

Ep. 80: Mikey of Utah Beer Blog

Mikey Riedel of “Utah Beer Blog” joins us for this Episode of Tastemasters. Mikey has been running this recognized Utah blog for over 15 years! Mikey has been keep tabs on crafted beer in Utah. Being able to utilize a platform to help people receive current information with one post has help the Utah community for the better.

Keep an eye out for Mikey’s “New Beer Friday” every Friday which gives everyone a heads-up on all the breweries new beers. Trust us when we say, Utah Beer Blog is a great one stop place to find updates on Utah’s new beers.

Ep. 79: The Boys of Proper Brewing Co.

On this Episode, David is joined with his good friend Matt Yeager of Hopkins Brewing. Together, they had the honor of sitting down with Head Brewer Jack Kern and Brewery Manager Jeff Bunk of Proper Brewing Company! Jeff and Jack help corral the ongoing legacy of the award winning Brewery. They are artists with big ass hearts and an incredible drive to become better. Both have over a decade each in the brewing industry with a continual passion within craft beer. Trust us when we say, you’ll be a Proper fan after this Episode.

Join us as we break down this summers MUST HAVES: Whispers of the Primordial Sea, a Smoked Helles Lager with Pineapple and Leisure Lager, an easy drinking lager. Also, the Proper Boy’s share with us a little Barrel-Aged secret that will be in cans ASAP!! You’ll have to listen to find out what it could be!

Ep. 77: Matt Yeager of Hopkins Brewing Co.

Tune in as Tastemaster David sits down with Brewer of Hopkins Brewing Co., Matt Yeager. A Jersey born drummer turned into a Utah made Craft Beer Brewer. Matt has been cranking out the most unique and tasty small batches in Utah! Everything from Pumpkin beer to a beer made with Worcestershire Sauce (it’s actually really good)!!

Matt’s Small Batch Brews come out every other Friday! To enjoy some of his incredible and flavorful brews, head to Hopkins Brewing Co to throw back a pint or three!

This Episode is brought to you by Han’s Kombucha & Hopkins Brewing Co.