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Podcast: Fermented Adventure The Podcast
Episode: Redwood Empire Whiskey - Lauren Patz
Description: This episode features Lauren Patz of Redwood Empire Whiskey.
The story begins not with whiskey but, with wine. Â Derek Benham started a wine company over 20 years ago. Â He built the brand and sold it in 2013. Â He then set his sights on starting a distillery. Â White spirits flowed from the still and they began laying down barrels in 2015. Â Redwood Empire is located in the heart of Sonoma, California. Â Lauren grew up in a wine making family. Â Her journey into distilling started with the study of history (Not the history of spirits) Â and she learned how to make candy while in...