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I'm a 20+ year veteran in the wine and spirits industry who loves innovation. I'm interviewing those who are creating it from agriculture to glass. We will deep dive into their journey and provide insights to help yours.
We will discuss their major industry pain points and outlook for the future. If my guest has an item to drink or eat we will try it throughout the podcast. Come on the journey with us!
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Send a text This week 📢I talk🎙️with Amanda Swift Co-Founder at Swift Distillery that produces a Texas based Single Malt with Scottish Two-Row barley and yeast! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 🎬 Watch on YouTube Here 👉🍿 Texas single malt, women in whiskey, bourbon barrels & Sauternes finish 🥃 Amanda Swift shares distilling, aging in Texas heat & UK Amazon launch. Craft spirits story @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST 🔥 Engaging Summary Amanda Swift, Co-Owner of Swift Distillery in Austin, Texas, joi...
Send a text This week 📢I talk🎙️with Pete Olander Founder at Drink Happie, and we discuss the differences in Delta 8-10, the timing of why Cannibis was changed from Sechedule 1 to 3 Classification by Trump so research can be done and the odd timing of the FM 4121 Banning Cannibis in various formats in the goverment opening last November! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 THC drinks, CBD vs Delta-9, hemp regulation, functional mushroom beverages & cannabis laws explained 🍄🍒 Inside the $1B hemp beverage boom!&...
Send a text This week 📢I talk🎙️with Rob Minucci CEO & Co-Founder at TalkHouse Encore and we discuss how he has used his experience in operations to build out a CRM and win Accounts and Distributors! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 How do RTD brands actually scale? 🍺 Rob Minucci, CEO of TalkHouse Encore, breaks down data, operations, CRM, distributors & real-world sales strategy for CPG growth. @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST “Everything I’ve built is based around systems, processes, and procedur...
Send a text This week 📢I talk🎙️with Jeanne M. Sullivan and we discuss the THC/CBD potential ban in 2026! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 👀📹 Watch here: 👉👉 [https://youtu.be/1MSPWwJeCwA]🚀✨🍹 What’s really going on with the hemp beverage ban? 💥 Investor Jeanne Sullivan breaks it all down—laws, money, loopholes, and the path forward. 🚫🌿 @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST 🧠 Summary and Takeaways: What started with a loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill could end with a billion-dollar industry being banned in 2026....
Send a text This week 📢I talk🎙️with Lawrence Bremer Founder of St. Buena Vida Non-Alc Wine! Happy Dry January! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 What if Dry January actually felt like a celebration? 🍾 In this episode, Lawrence Bremer, founder of St. Buena Vida, shares how tech, taste, and logistics come together in one of the most innovative NA wines on the market. 🔥 Top Takeaways: • 🤰 The origin story: a pregnancy, a bottle, and a surprise sip • 🔬 Aroma capture tech that makes NA wine taste real • 🚛 Glo...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Debbie Wildrick, Founder of Debbie Wildrick👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 Watch the Premiere Here @ 3PM EST May 22! In this Thirsty Thursdays episode, host Jessie Ott sits down with the legendary Debbie Wildrick—Founder of Debbie Wildrick Consulting and the “Queen of Beverages.” 🌟 Debbie takes us through her incredible journey from merchandising grocery aisles in Texas to leading the $4B beverage business at 7-Eleven, helping launch iconic brands like Vitamin Water, Ho...
Send a text 📢, of VP of Beverages of Robobank and Host of Liquid Assets👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 “The Great Disconnect?” 📹 Or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pkpWJLFHrd8 We’ve all heard the headline: “Gen Z is drinking less.” But beneath that clickbait is a more complex—and more urgent—story. On this episode of Thirsty Thursdays, I sat down with Bourcard Nesin, VP of Beverages Research at Rabobank, to ask: What’s actually driving this generational shift? His answers were...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Jeff Foss, of Suavecito Tequila👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 Watch the Premiere Here @ 3PM EST May 22! From agave farm to Total Wine top seller 🌱🥃 — discover how Suavecito Tequila went viral with zero additives, full sustainability & no celebrity hype! #FNBinnovation @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST Jeff Foss of Suavecito Tequila joins Jessie Ott on 🎙️ Thirsty Thursdays to share how a family-run tequila brand grew from a failed agave sale to a national bestse...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Christy Serrato, CEO and Founder of PairAnything👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 Discover how Christy Serrato turned her love of Filipino cuisine into a tech-powered wine pairing startup 🍷🔥 Learn how PairAnything is changing the wine game with personalization! In this Thirsty Thursdays episode, Jessie Ott sits down with Christy Serrato, founder of PairAnything 🍷💡 From delivering pizzas to launching AI-powered retail tech, Christy’s story is a masterclass in innovati...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Jon Macaskill about his Navy and SEAL service and his transition to Mindfulness Coach, Dad, and Podcast Host! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 You can have him as a personal coach or team leadership coach as well as learn Mindfulness on his Podcast @mentalkingmindfulness Text Mindful to 33777 to reach Jon! Or via his Website: https://frogmanmindfulness.com/ Join Navy SEAL-turned-leadership coach Jon Macaskill 🇺🇸 as we dive into emotional fitness, grit, and elite...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Ardashia Townsend about Food & Beverage Industry Trends! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 She is the Content Director, SupplySide Food & Beverage Journal. Owned by Informa 📽️ Watch on YouTube! 🎞️ https://youtu.be/xookuXBgrjA This week on Thirsty Thursdays, Jessie Ott welcomes Audarshia Townsend, Content Director at Supply Side Food and Beverage Journal, to unpack the biggest trends shaking up the F&B world in 2024! 🍽️💥 From the growth of cold-pressed RTDs and functi...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Julie Milroy, Erica Duecy, Caitlyn LuBell and Katharine Jerkens about the Beverage Industry Recap of Q1! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 📽️ Watch on YouTube! 🎞️ https://youtu.be/TL7uKLkEb8s 🚀 Dive into the latest beverage industry trends from Q1 2025! Discover insights on non-alcoholic drinks, functional beverages, and market shifts. Stay ahead in the F&B world! 🍹📈 #BeverageTrends #ThirstyThursdays #FNBInnovation @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST 🌟 In this episode ...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Patricia Vasconcelos Founder-The Paire Agency- Crafting Brand Stories and Execution for Taste and Space. Wine and Spirits. 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 From Jack Daniel’s in NYC to $167K luxury spirits, Patricia Vasconcelos spills the 🍸 on nightlife, brand building, & global travel. Must-watch for F&B pros! Watch here on YouTube! @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST In this episode of Thirsty Thursdays, Jessie Ott sits down with industry powerhouse Pat...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Dr. Ken Thompson, Army Veteran & CEO of Trendsetter Spirits, shares his powerful journey from military service to launching a Veteran-supporting liquor brand! #Veterans #Spirits 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 100% OF PROFITS GO TO VETERANS! @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST Watch on Thursday, March 27th! @3PM 💥 Dr. Ken Thompson’s Inspiring Journey: From combat in Iraq to a Ph.D. in education, proving resilience against all odds. 🥃 The Birth of Trendsetter Spirits: A Veteran-owned...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Jake Karls Owner of Mid-Day Squares! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 How did Midday Squares go from a condo kitchen to 9,000 stores? 🤯🔥 Jake Karls shares the power of authenticity, brand storytelling & social media marketing! 💡 WATCH NOW! 🎥 @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST 💥 The Power of Authenticity in Branding with Jake Karls 💥 What makes Midday Squares a standout brand in the food industry? Authenticity, storytelling, and human connection! 🏆 From dancing in grocery aisles 🕺 to ...
Send a text 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Ian Perez, the visionary behind Brand Arc at MHW, who is helping beverage brands break into the U.S. market! 🍸✨ 💡 Key Takeaways: ✅ How Ian went from Ireland to NYC 🌍 ✅ Inside Brand Arc’s innovative approach 🚀 ✅ What it takes to launch a successful alcohol brand 🍾 ✅ Challenges & trends in the alcohol industry 🔥 ✅ Marketing, sales & compliance secrets 🏆 🌟 If you're in the beverage space—or just love the behind-the-scenes of your favorite ...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Isabelle Lesschaeve Owner of InnoVinum Academy! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 🍷 Unlocking the Secrets of Wine Sensory Science! 🔬 How to Train Your Palate & Decode Flavors Like a Pro! 🍇 Watch now! 🚀✨ @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST 🍷 Ever wondered how to train your palate like a wine expert? 🍇 Discover the science of taste, aroma, & sensory analysis with Isabelle Lesschaeve! 🔬✨ Watch now & elevate your wine game! 🥂 🎙 Join us for an insightful chat with wine s...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Ken MacKenzie Founder & Owner of Fresh Victor! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 Join Caleb Foster 🍇, winemaker at Gunpowder Creek Winery, as he shares his epic journey from Connecticut to Washington wine country 🍷. Innovation, Syrah secrets, & digital pivots await! @CalebFoster-Winemaker Watch now! 🚀✨ @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST https://youtu.be/VaUy0fa-q6Y 🎥 In this video, you’ll learn: ✅ The story behind Fresh Victor and its founder, Ken MacKenzie. ✅ W...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Caleb Foster Owner and Winemaker at Gunpowder Creek Winery! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 Join Caleb Foster 🍇, winemaker at Gunpowder Creek Winery, as he shares his epic journey from Connecticut to Washington wine country 🍷. Innovation, Syrah secrets, & digital pivots await! @CalebFoster-Winemaker Watch now! 🚀✨ @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST https://youtu.be/3edKZS0pK6k 🍷 Caleb Foster, the visionary winemaker behind Gunpowder Creek Winery, shares his incredible st...
Send a text 📢I talk🎙️with Melissa Hoffman Co-Founder and CEO of Dauntless Performance Consulting! 👏🍷 🎇 🎉 ✨ 👏 🥂 😁 "Explore Melissa Hoffman's inspiring journey from NYC to St. Pete, launching Dauntless Performance Consulting 💼🌟. Insights on leadership, mindfulness, & business growth. Watch now! 🚀✨ @ThirstyThursdaysat3PMEST" 💡 Key Takeaways: How Melissa transitioned from NYC to entrepreneurship in St. Pete 🌊The power of mindfulness & emotional intelligence in leadership 🧘♀️💼...
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