About this episode

This episode features a conversation with the women of Whiskey Wenches Spirits Society about their love of whiskey and the community they've built.

This week on The Whiskey Trip Podcast, Big Chief welcomes the incredible women of Whiskey Wenches Spirits Society for a conversation filled with history, friendship, and exceptional spirits. Founder Amanda Engelhorn, Brittni, and the remarkable Eleanor, born in 1933, the same year Prohibition came to an end, join the ride to share their stories, their love of whiskey, and the community they've built through Whiskey Wenches Spirits Society. Together, they take a deep dive into the mission of Whiskey Wenches Spirits Society, discussing the welcoming space it has created for women to learn about whiskey, build confidence, and form lasting friendships. They also explore the rich history of women in whiskey, from pioneering distillers and bootleggers to the women leading today's spirits industry. Eleanor enjoys Spirit Hound Distillers' Eleanor Gin, crafted in her honor, while Amanda and Brittni sip a cask strength Spirit Hound American Single Malt finished in Suerte Reposado tequila barrels. Big Chief kicks off the first half with a Maple Finished Rye from Seldom Seen Whiskey by his good friend Kevin Holy, offering notes of maple, baking spice, toasted oak, and rye spice. In the…

People in this episode

Host: Big Chief

Guests: Amanda Engelhorn, Brittni, Eleanor

Topics covered

• women in whiskey
• whiskey history
• community building
• whiskey tasting
• female distillers

Keywords

• whiskey
• women
• spirits
• community
• Prohibition

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Whiskey Wenches Spirits Society

Products: Spirit Hound Distillers' Eleanor Gin, Seldom Seen Whiskey, Spirit Hound American Single Malt, Deerhammer

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