Season 3 Ep. 1: The Agave Awakens - Tasting Tequila with John | @mr._given (Part 1)
Description
Tasting Notes: We're kicking off Season 3 with a bang — and a blind tequila tasting! Jason is joined by fellow Niners fan, agave enthusiast, and Instagram mainstay John (@mr._given) for a deep (and delicious) dive into the world of tequila, agave spirits, and community connection.
What starts with laughs about live streaming challenges turns into a passionate and nerdy journey through flavor profiles, terroir, and barrel aging. Whether you're new to tequila or a seasoned sipper, this episode is packed with gems that’ll level up your agave appreciation.
🥃 What’s Inside the Glass:
- A blind tasting of multiple tequilas 🕶️👃
- Agave flavor preferences: what hits and what misses
- Why G4 Tequila is having a moment
- The art and science of barrel aging
- Real talk on tequila pricing, value, and hype
🧠 Bonus Sips of Wisdom:
- The rise of tequila exploration: what's next?
- Live streaming + podcasting = chaos or connection?
- Building community through shared pours and stories
- That one bottle that totally surprised them…
⚡️ Highlights You Can’t Miss:
- 49ers banter and football meets flavor 🍻🏈
- Personal stories that connect tequila to life moments
- Social media’s role in discovering and sharing great bottles
- The joy of not knowing what’s in the glass — and learning as you go
📲 Connect & Sip Along:
Follow John at @mr._given on Instagram.
Share your favorite tequila finds or tasting notes with us @dram_amateur or at the.dram.amateur.podcast@gmail.com — we want to hear what’s in your glass!
🎧 Listen Now:
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you pour your pod time.
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