Japan Distilled
Christopher Pellegrini, Stephen LymanDistilled 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... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 92 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureHobbiesArtsFood | |||
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In episode 89, Stephen chats with his longtime friend and collaborator Joseph Overbey about their upcoming film, The Spirit of Japan.
In episode 88, Stephen chats with Kayoko Akabori of Umami Mart about the 1st ever American shochu festival! Shochu Live will be held on June 28th in Oakland, CA.
In episode 87, Stephen chats koji spirits in Charleston, South Carolina as a guest of Imbibe Magazine's editor in Chief, Paul Clarke (listen to episode 69 for more of his thoughts on Japanese spirits) and James Beard Award winning author, bartender, ... more
In episode 86, Stephen spends some time musing on the recent announcement that the U.S. Surgeon General recommends cancer warnings on beverage alcohol labels.
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- Chuhai Kanpei
I only wish I’d known about this podcast before my trip to Japan. Informative and fun.
Apple Podcasts5AichJayEff
United Statesa year ago - 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
Audible5Robert JamesUnited Statesa year ago - An enjoyable deep dive
It’s a joy to follow the hosts journey of discovery into the varied world of Japanese spirits. With unique characteristics but also analogies to other spirit traditions it’s a subject that many people with food or beverage interests would find rewarding.
Stephen and Chris’s obvious love for Japan and its drinks traditions makes for an entertaining and rewarding listen.
Apple Podcasts5Sam Seagez
United Kingdom2 years ago - Fantastic, in-depth exploration
Christopher and Steven are true enthusiasts. Explore the varied regions of Japan through a glass with them as guides.
Apple Podcasts5AKalthoffUnited States3 years ago - Great resource
Another helpful tool on Japanese Spirits!
Apple Podcasts5cal_b4_earthquakeUnited States3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #231 | United States/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #227 |  Germany/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #68 |  Finland/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #79 |  Israel/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #105 |  Singapore/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #109 |  Ireland/Arts/Food |
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What is Japan Distilled about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focusing on the lesser-known traditional spirits of Japan, the content covers various types of shochu and awamori, offering insights into their production, cultural significance, and versatility. The hosts engage with experts and explore topics like koji fermentation, the influence of ingredients like sweet potatoes, and the evolution of these spirits in the global market. With episodes often featuring anecdotes from their journeys through Japan, listeners are treated to educational but entertaining content, making it accessible for both enthusiasts and newcomers to Japanese spirits. The uniqueness of this series lies in its commitment to promoting Japanese spirits beyond whisky, emphasizing their rich heritage and exciting applications in ... more
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Recent guests on Japan Distilled include:
1. Tadashi Yanagita
2. Representatives of Kirishima Shuzo
3. Grant Lavrenz
4. Kayoku Akabori
5. Jim Meehan
6. Hamish Nugent
7. Stefan VanEycken
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