Join tea expert So-Han from West China Tea, distiller C.J. from Still Austin Whiskey Co., and host Richard for an exciting exploration of rare whiskeys and aged white tea. So-Han introduces a special 2013 white tea brick called "Date Night," explaining its unique processing and aging characteristics. He discusses the philosophy of embracing the ephemeral nature of tea and whiskey, highlighting the "one time, one meeting" concept from tea culture. C.J. presents two exceptional Still Austin whiskeys: their seasonal Bottled in Bond Red Corn Bourbon and the highly sought-after Monster Mash release. He shares details about the production processes, mash bills, and the story behind these limited edition spirits. The group compares tasting notes, finding surprising similarities between the aged white tea and the whiskeys. They discuss the importance of terroir, craft production, and how both tea and whiskey can evoke powerful memories and emotions. Throughout the tasting, So-Han, Richard, and C.J. draw parallels between tea and whiskey production, touching on topics like fermentation, oxidation, and the impact of different production techniques on flavor profiles. The episode concludes with reflections on Still Austin's journey as a craft distillery and the importance of creating spirits with "clean chi" - a sense of purity and intention that comes through in the final product. Whether you're a whiskey enthusiast, tea lover, or simply curious about artisanal beverages, this episode offers a unique glimpse into the world of rare and limited release drinks, as well as the passion and craftsmanship behind them. @TeaHouseGhost @stillatx ⸺ credits ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺ Richard Amiro - host http://richardamiro.com So-Han Fan - guest https://www.youtube.com/@TeaHouseGhost - https://westchinatea.com/ Cory Cranfill - a really helpful guy https://youtube.com/@shedlogic - https://www.righttoolmedia.com C.J. Helms- guest https://www.stillaustin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stillatx/ https://www.instagram.com/cjhh521 ⸺ socials ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺ Website: https://whiskeyprovisioner.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhiskeyProvis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeyprovisioner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhiskeyProvisioner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskey_provisioner
