Amateur Hour: Tequila, with Simon Stewart, Eli Brown, & Troy Rarick

Amateur Hour: Tequila, with Simon Stewart, Eli Brown, & Troy Rarick

Author: BLISTER May 7, 2025 Duration: 1:11:39

CRAFTED co-hosts Simon Stewart and Eli Brown talk with Troy Rarick, the founder of Over the Edge bike shops and the person who first got Simon into tequila, about why tequila might be the quintessential craft spirit; they discuss a fun history of tequila; the different variations of it; and Troy reminisces about filming a Tequila Talk Show. They share some current favorite tequilas; plus advice on how to choose a good bottle; and more.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Troy & Simon’s First Tequila Tasting (2:05)

Why Troy Loves Tequila (2:22)

Troy’s “Tequila Talk” TV Show (4:43)

Eli on Mescal vs Tequila (7:51)

The Dusty Bottle on the Shelf (11:04)

Meeting Juan Carlos (12:23)

The Town of Tequila in Jalisco (14:14)

The Different Types of Tequilas (21:45)

Tequila Tasting Glassware (27:47)

A Drop of Water — Or Not (32:09)

The Legend of Casta Weber (37:41)

Tariffs’ Effect on Tequila (46:59)

High-End Tequila in Cocktails (1:00:25)

How Much Should You Spend on Tequila? (1:03:09)

Top Tequila Picks (1:04:15)

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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when someone has dedicated their life to making something tangible, driven by obsession over details most of us overlook. CRAFTED, from BLISTER, is built on those conversations. Each episode moves beyond a simple product review to explore the entire ecosystem of creation, whether the subject is a meticulously roasted coffee, a complex whiskey, a precision timepiece, or a bold new wine. You'll hear directly from the individuals who define these fields-brewers, distillers, founders, and artisans who started their ventures not because it was easy, but because they couldn't imagine doing anything else. This podcast digs into the raw materials, the failed experiments, the business risks taken on a principle, and the quiet triumphs that happen long before a product reaches a shelf. It’s about the philosophy embedded in the process as much as the technical skill. Tuning in feels less like listening to an interview and more like pulling up a stool in a workshop or a tasting room, offering an intimate look at the patience, setbacks, and unwavering standards that transform a simple idea into a crafted object. The stories are specific, but the themes of creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit are universal, connecting anyone who appreciates the depth behind a well-made thing.
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