Best Bleav Forrest Kelly Podcasts (2025)

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Summerhill Pyramid Winery’s Journey World-Class Sparkling Wine - Full Interview 18:10

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2d ago18:10

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What you’ll learn in this episode: The origins of Stephen Cipes’ journey from New York real estate to pioneering organic vineyards in British Columbia. How French grape clones, dry Okanagan climate, and second-bottle fermentation built a foundation for award-winning sparkling wines. Why Summerhill Pyramid Winery constructed a precision pyramid mode…

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Wine Myth #1: Do Expensive Wines Really Taste Better? 3:55

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What’s inside: Price vs. Pleasure: Why expectation can trick your taste buds—and how blind tastings level the field. Affordable All-Stars: How a sub-$20 Tempranillo or $12 Chianti can punch above its weight. Practical Pairing: Don’t waste a $200 Burgundy on pizza night. Match the moment, not the marketing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. …

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Hidden Legend Winery’s Ken Schultz Crafting Winning Mead in Big Sky Montana 12:49

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Mead, honey wine, Hidden Legend Winery, Victor Montana, Bitterroot Mountains, wildflower honey, clover honey, mead fermentation, raw honey handling, Mazer Cup International, Montana mead, family-run winery, continuous fermentation, online shipping to 37 states. Quotes: If you break a grape, you can’t stop it from making wine—honey needs a nudge. I …

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Rome, Italy: Lindsey Gabbard Story of Rimessa Roscioli - Full Interview 38:52

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Forrest talks with Lindsey, co-creator of Rimessa Roscioli in Rome, Italy. Lindsey shares her inspiring journey from Detroit to Rome and the origins of Roscioli’s wine tasting space, which began in an underground warehouse with a speakeasy vibe. Lindsey’s leap from Detroit to Rome and her passion for wine The backstory of Rimessa Roscioli and its u…

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5 Wine Trends to Enjoy in 2025 2:48

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The wine world is evolving. Are you enjoying these trends? White Wines on the Rise – Chenin Blanc and Albariño are stealing the spotlight with crisp, food-friendly versatility. Low & No-Alcohol Wines – Sober-curious drinkers are driving growth, with the category projected to reach $7 billion by 2035. Organic & Sustainable – Gen Z’s eco-focus is fue…

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Award-Winning Podcast: TB5MW Podcast Wins Earworthy 2025 4:21

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The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast is honored to receive the 2025 Earworthy Award for Best Short Form Podcast! In this special episode, Forrest Kelly and Sour Grapes reflect on the recognition, the community of indie podcasters, and the joy of storytelling over wine. From Sour Grapes’ award-winning Chianti spills to mason jar debates, this episode deli…

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Palm Wine, Modern Science: Ikenga Wines - Full Interview 20:28

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Founder/winemaker Onye Ahanotu of Ikenga Wines joins Forrest to unpack the world of palm wine—a millennia-old beverage made from palm sap—and how he’s using a patent-pending, sustainable process to craft a controlled, bottle-ready, Methode ancestrale (pet-nat)–style sparkling palm wine in Berkeley, California. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa…

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Wine Arsonist: Mark Anderson and the $250M Inferno 3:39

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Guest: Stacy Lee, host of Dark Hearts, a podcast about true crime, cults, and mysteries Story Highlight: In 2005, Mark Anderson deliberately set fire to Wines Central, destroying over $250M in rare wines. Anderson had been embezzling wine from the facility for years before setting the blaze. One victim said: “It felt like someone burned down my fam…

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Liquor Lab’s Aaron Vaccaro Turned Cocktails into Community - Full Interview 20:37

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Aaron Vaccaro, CEO of Liquor Lab Former Topgolf exec who helped grow it from 10 to 70+ locations and $1.1B in revenue. 🍸 What You’ll Hear: Aaron’s journey from finance and venture capital to building experience-driven brands The Topgolf transformation—how it evolved from a driving range to an entertainment empire Why Liquor Lab is the “Topgolf of c…

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Palm Wine Without Palm Trees? Onye’s Eco-Friendly Revolution Pt. 4 5:00

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Topic: Creating palm wine sustainably without harvesting palm trees Guest: Onye, founder of Ikenga Wines Environmental Impact: Avoids traditional palm farming to reduce carbon footprint and forest clearing Production Philosophy: Source-agnostic and rooted in molecular replication of palm sap The Journey: From 2019 epiphany to today’s artistic explo…

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Harvard to Palm Wine: A Sparkling Journey to West African Terroir Pt. 3 5:57

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Onye shares his pivot from Harvard University to launching a palm wine company Discusses exploring Nigeria’s palm wine culture and production methods Explains how palm wine can be preserved and bottled for U.S. markets Insight into their sparkling palm wine labels and West African food pairings Anecdotes about former classmates, including a researc…

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The Ancient Art of Palm Wine: Onye's Bold Fermentation Breakthrough Pt. 2 5:43

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Topic: Palm wine – an ancient, non-grape wine made from palm tree sap What is Palm Wine? Naturally fermenting sap collected from palm trees; typically consumed the same day Traditional Use: Morning (low-alcohol, sweet) vs. evening (higher alcohol); if left too long, it turns to vinegar Innovative Twist: Onye creates a molecular palm sap from plant-…

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Sonoma to Stew: Onye Ahanotu Blends Science, Culture, and Wine Pt. 1 4:43

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Guest: Onye Ahanotu, founder/winemaker at Ikenga Wines Location: Berkeley, California Origins: Grew up in Sonoma County, inspired by the rise of the local wine industry Educational background: Chemical Engineering (UC Irvine) + Materials Science (University of Michigan) Cultural Influence: Nigerian roots, family meals, fufu, and palm wine tradition…

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David Aferiat, Owner Avid Vines - Full Interview 18:11

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David shares his personal journey from Buffalo to highlighting his culinary influences. The discussion promotes the idea that champagne should be enjoyed regularly, not just on special occasions. Avid Vines aims to elevate everyday dining experiences by pairing organic champagnes with various cuisines. We encourage you to explore the unique flavors…

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Liquor Lab Is Shaking Up the Cocktail Scene and Winning Over Gen Z Pt. 4 5:03

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Forrest Kelly chats with Aaron, CEO of Liquor Lab, about how cocktail culture is evolving — and how Liquor Lab is making mixology approachable, experiential, and social. From the decline of traditional liquor sales to the rise of alcohol alternatives and Gen Z drinking trends, Aaron shares how Liquor Lab is removing the intimidation from cocktail m…

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Secrets of Cocktails: Insights Liquor Lab's Aaron Vaccaro Pt. 3 5:49

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The conversation begins with an overview of the class structure, which spans ninety minutes and is generally conducted during the evenings on select days. The cost of participation is articulated as being between $65 to $75, a figure that Vaccaro defends as a reasonable investment when considering the value provided, which includes the crafting and…

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Crafting Cocktails: An Inside Look at Liquor Lab's Unique Experience Pt. 2 4:55

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Liquor Lab was established as an experiential marketing platform to enhance consumer engagement with spirits brands. The unique concept behind Liquor Lab involves teaching individuals how to craft cocktails hands-on, thereby facilitating deeper brand loyalty. Each class at Liquor Lab lasts 90 minutes and covers the preparation of three distinct coc…