Japan Distilled

By: Christopher Pellegrini Stephen Lyman
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  • Distilled spirits have been made in Japan for over 600 years, but even today these drinks remain unknown outside the Land of the Rising Sun. Join shochu and awamori ambassadors Christopher Pellegrini and Stephen Lyman bi-weekly for a deep dive into Japan's best kept secrets. If you enjoy exploring craft spirits from around the world, but think whisky is the most popular Japanese spirit, you are in for a treat with the Japan Distilled podcast.
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Episodes
  • Talking Koji Cocktails with Grant Lavrenz (ep. 82)
    Sep 26 2024

    In episode 82 our host Stephen Lyman sits down at Khaluna Restaurant in Minneapolis with Grant Lavrenz who is doing amazing things with koji spirits in his cocktail program.

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    36 mins
  • Nankai Shochu: a conversation with founder Paul Nakayama (ep. 81)
    Aug 28 2024

    In episode 81 our host Stephen Lyman is joined by founder of Nankai Shochu, the first kokuto sugar shochu developed specifically for the US market.

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    54 mins
  • The SG Shochu (ep. 80)
    Jul 23 2024

    In episode 80, our hosts take a deeper look at The SG Shochu from The SG Group, lead by internationally recognized bartender, Shingo Gokan.

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    29 mins

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Fantastic Learning Experience

Incredibly in depth podcast with a main focus on Japanese distillates with an occasional break into worldwide spirits as well. Ran by Christopher Pellegrini and Stephen Lyman who both have a fun yet professional air about them

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