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In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, host Rob Clark takes you on a flavorful journey from his earliest days brewing Folgers in a basic drip machine to becoming a full-blown coffee enthusiast with over a dozen specialty brewers and dialed-in equipment. Discover how curiosity—and a good scale—transformed his daily cup into a ritual rooted in science, precision, and passion. Rob shares how he built his setup with the Fellow Ode Gen 2 for filter coffee, the DF64 for espresso, and how mastering brew variables like grind size, water temperature, ratio, and time can unlock complex flavors just like wine or whiskey. Whether you're a casual coffee drinker or aspiring home barista, this episode will inspire you to level up your brew game.

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Hario V60 Brewer -

https://www.amazon.com/Hario-Plastic-Coffee-Dripper-Clear/dp/B0BWHKPCLJ/ref=sr_1_6?crid=257YD7H0KOK2M&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QpEQtKTw8ZhjrGeXk0cknuwXFgQ3X2_DEPQry8adikrD0ZfveoA97oVarAr_Z-0SMy-rJrgGEWStaKfzKb8aTwYdF99KOKdZB7ZX_Rs3bWwAIL_awRL9dunVm6YG7ChWOal1okeK5y_iHKi3P4RqDAPJSVYvoyjIHdd77ZO4C5mGQEEYrxZAQdB36mAi4_GXNUYoq-xuKncVpWcYJAKPsnWmX03fESyr9L1_Tu4jwNqBdDpP8MNSfMq0hxMe7itBMXPCHWrkB-9fDsHAz5L-yU8SZZp9zOannXhAa2QEvDs.T706HNxfW_3LF7n6sfSlxDlzFJcA3Gb9AdN1jsPFjW4&dib_tag=se&keywords=hario%2Bv60&qid=1750082553&sprefix=Hario%2BV%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-6&th=1

Timemore C3 Hand Grinder

https://www.amazon.com/TIMEMORE-Stainless-Capacity-Adjustable-Positioning/dp/B0CC4ZNBKL/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=2QOQ1IIAURTUI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.h1L9jBbXCpDhVSWV_LUCL_Wy-ybqthRaCs7c753mWtK1eEB9cNFMkP1F7pamjG-T4lNvV07I3vaVmK6JoWMN97bRWSg3OQtYdG2M-KgTh5m0B4-_SZtXFzQOFauaUIwR3WY_H8P91nRFJ6mV9rDmiPvKjbbOmguP8lVgKcE5QmeItNzDCKU-rjFi9YPl6qKTGHCmRsEr2BlR6UqVv5SUmIrldCZbFrOoWH6wmclKtFr1e0wt_i7fmpWNjs0dEFpQFOv4DQ24qIrRQJQ9cGSdOhz7v6Z8bGRKh0fwFlbb8VQ.QM95XEJfdWR294BbmHUcMe8K13YVw20iaKPSw0-6XvI&dib_tag=se&keywords=coffee%2Bhand%2Bgrinder&qid=1750082638&sprefix=coffee%2Bhand%2Bgrinder%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

Coffee Scale

https://www.amazon.com/KitchenTour-Precision-Espresso-Back-Lit-Batteries/dp/B083PX1VHG/ref=sr_1_6?crid=KXMEF8N1U5G5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z8qRcHDF9PEc6xIhfD-mFXWt0v6R0OmpC2i0ZeYQ7lTke1S2rd8JjPl05PwPdOyrJXeBe7S4Lq_SME17P_swtywFbz7U1ERH87dnq0qCJ9nsEMvFVXENsw8GwD5kgjygD1lGB2Vwb9waMdyjYQsQYH09XRjdWhWAEysxD-BkTEAImSR9dc7JTR6BnGDU3Je0Ou4zwXeEKL2iqXwBxJduF0LwDZ551jUhqAC_htgBEZwILZm-A-yYLvvuJo8M-Hdwyh-vlCB80UeLtP9Czjsotisf_UOyVfqxullIPClM5k0.yBNz9kGHrAH0lnET6enXq_hTQGi3Ssd12BqplvVyJvc&dib_tag=se&keywords=coffee%2Bdigital%2Bscale&qid=1750082743&sprefix=Coffee%2BDigital%2B%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-6&th=1

Kettle - Gooseneck

https://www.amazon.com/Ulalov-Electric-Gooseneck-Stainless-Protection/dp/B0D568DYXX/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=3RNAE0ATUUQTC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-txw2Qxhe3RMqUS6xxn4CPIIrBBfS_KNDosFdg3VwBjR03OJjn9kVHIqeEGBZ2xxKXZYy5hrSfsc-t-mgT_gZqSXT2EBBUbCYrSHJXAMB7qfVdwclAc5Ar_QZPVa-50l42B9bEp-KuyZzDVByP_Les8c5uSErEEK0C0DyYvmxfuh6cYGLIJVgIH8HOVJNERKCGBZ6iQIIRxtZw7Ss0iM2GCbupXiJoHdfMw39tatDlzpODYjuZxwiGZ6Szy5pY5bQP5dkk1dJvd7toigorkU0NR284fn9hcM1QZYzS6jxDE.jvkdvb151aUBISUupjombRrflTsXwwm6Q9QI7bUtGvE&dib_tag=se&keywords=coffee%2Bkettle%2Belectric&qid=1750082811&sprefix=coffee%2Bkett%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

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In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob dives deep into a hot take: You don’t need to chase the latest $90 craft bottle to experience the full spectrum of what bourbon has to offer. From the bold spice of Wild Turkey to the mellow richness of Maker’s Mark, the legacy distilleries—Wild Turkey, Old Forester, Jack Daniel’s, Four Roses, Jim Beam, Heaven Hill, and Maker’s Mark—have been crafting iconic bourbons for generations.

Rob breaks down why these historic houses still deliver the best in flavor, quality, and value, and makes the case for skipping most craft bottles that often come with higher price tags and inconsistent results. It’s a candid conversation on tradition, marketing hype, and putting your whiskey budget where it counts.

🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders
Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.

🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com
📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb
🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813
📧 Email: rob@bottlesandbiteswb.com

#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee

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In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, host Rob Clark sits down with Hector Ramirez, the voice behind the popular Instagram account It’s Wine Thirty, to explore why it’s time for casual dining restaurants to stop treating wine as an afterthought. Together, they break down how a well-curated wine list—featuring high-quality bottles that overdeliver on value—can transform the dining experience, boost customer satisfaction, and drive revenue. Whether you’re a restaurant owner, a wine lover, or just someone who wants more than “red or white” with your burger, this episode uncorks a fresh perspective on what wine can bring to the table.

🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders
Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.

🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com
📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb
🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813
📧 Email: rob@bottlesandbiteswb.com

#food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon #france #italy #spain #napa #scotch #pizza #coffee

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