Parhaat Boozy Biddies Podcastit (2024)

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154: Noble Grape #6 Chardonnay 28:13

7M ago28:13

28:13

The biddies round out the noble grapes series with Chardonnay – either you love it or you hate it, but this full bodied white takes on most of its characteristics from the winemaker! Learn what to expect from Chardonnays from around the world. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/154Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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Super Tuscans: Merlot, Cab Sauv and Cab Franc in Italy (Re-Released) 25:41

8M ago25:41

25:41

The biddies revisit Super Tuscans! Learn about the big three – Sassichaia, Ornellaia, and Tignanello – as well as some more affordable options. Learn why they’re cool and how to spot them in the store. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/69Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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153: Noble Grape #5: Cabernet the King! 32:24

8M ago32:24

32:24

The biddies maybe should have saved the best for last but due to typical organization dysfunction, we’re talking about the king of grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon today! Tune in to learn about this grapes origins, the France versus California battles, where you can find Cab Sauv today, and how to pick one you’ll like. For the full show notes: boozybiddi…

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152: The Long Lost New York Wine Episode 28:13

8M ago28:13

28:13

The biddies finally record the New York episode that got lost from 2021. Tune in to learn about wine in New York state from the Finger Lakes to the Hudson Valley. The oldest operating winery in the United States is in New York, as well as the nation’s largest wine cave. New York is also home to cold-hardy hybrids! For the full show notes: boozybidd…

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151: Noble Grape #4 - Riesling 35:57

8M ago35:57

35:57

The biddies return to the noble grape close up with Riesling – the only noble grape that does not originate from France. Tune in to learn about the different styles, the primary growing countries and how to pick out a riesling that isn’t too sweet (or is just sweet enough!). For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/151…

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The Queen of the Bootleggers (Re-Released) 32:33

9M ago32:33

32:33

On the heels of our Prohibition and the mob episode, we're re-releasing Episode #77 The Queen of the Bootleggers which takes a look at the role women played in bringing about Prohibition, rum-running and bootlegging during Prohibition, and eventually in helping to bring about its end. You'll also meet one of our favorite badass biddies ever, a boot…

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150: How Prohibition and Bootlegging Made the Mob 32:49

9M ago32:49

32:49

The biddies take a little detour from their noble grapes series to discuss how prohibition and illegal alcohol to the American public basically made the mob. Tune in to learn more about Al Capone, Lucky Luciano and the other mobsters that helped keep America boozy while raking in MILLIONS. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/150…

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149: Merlot In-Depth 30:11

9M ago30:11

30:11

The biddies continue their tour of the noble varieties with merlot. Merlot produces very smooth wine which is often blended with other varietals to lessen any harshness. It’s featured in some of the biddies favorite Super Tuscan wines. Tune in to learn about where to find 100% merlots, the best blends, and the Sideways movie fallout. For the full s…

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148: Sauvignon Blanc Close-Up! 31:56

9M ago31:56

31:56

The biddies profile a favorite white noble variety of theirs: Savvy B! Learn about the differences in Sauvignon Blanc from different countries and why this crisp white is a perennial favorite. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/148Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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Terroir-Forward Pinot Noir with Mari Jones from Emeritus Vineyards (Encore) 53:54

10M ago53:54

53:54

The biddies are having a time already in 2024, so we thought that instead of recording something new half-a$$, we'd re-release our interview with Mari Jones of Emeritus Vineyards (California) on the heels of our All About Pinot Noir episode. Emeritus Vineyards focuses exclusively on estate grown Pinot Noir. Mari Jones is the President (of Fun) and …

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147: All About Pinot Noir 31:13

10M ago31:13

31:13

Pinot Noir is a food friendly, versatile grape that is also kind of a b*tch to grow. The biddies dive into what you can expect from Pinot Noir from Burgundy, France versus the United States versus New Zealand, best vintages and more. If you’re wondering how to pick out a pinot, this is for you. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/147…

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146: Adaptogens and Mocktails for Damp January 28:28

10M ago28:28

28:28

If you’re looking to cut back on alcohol for damp (or dry) January, we’ve got you covered! The biddies dive into a little bit of dry January’s history before sharing some of their favorite adaptogenic drinks and mocktail options. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/146Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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145: A Favorite Budget Sparkler: Gruet 24:46

11M ago24:46

24:46

The biddies dive into the story behind Gruet – an American-made champagne-method sparkling wine, and the state with the longest winemaking history in the United States: New Mexico. Need lots of bubbles for your New Years’ Eve party? Look no further! For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/145Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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144: All About Eggnog 28:52

11M ago28:52

28:52

It’s a holiday beverage having a moment this year. Whether you love it or hate it, eggnog has a long history and dates back to traditional English beverages called possets. The biddies have some theories about how it should be made if you actually want to enjoy it. Tune in to learn more about how eggs and whiskey (or rum) just might mix. For the fu…

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143: Is There Really a Chartreuse Shortage? 24:22

11M ago24:22

24:22

Join us for a topic near and dear to the biddies: Chartreuse. It’s been hard to find lately, so the biddies dive into whether there really is a shortage (spoiler alert: there is), if the monks have stopped making it, and alternative liqueurs to try in your favorite cocktails. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/143…

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142: All About Guinness 31:28

11M ago31:28

31:28

Today the biddies dive into the beer that once had the largest brewery in the world and beat a country to register its national symbol: Guinness. Guinness started out as a family-owned company and quickly became the national beer of Ireland and beloved throughout the world. Tune in to learn why the dark brew is so refreshingly light and how to prop…

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141: African Wine (not from South Africa) 32:42

11M ago32:42

32:42

South African wine is regularly exported all around the world, but what about wine from the rest of the continent? The biddies look into wine from different countries throughout Africa, including from Zimbabwe, where the subject of the documentary Blind Ambition are from. Full show notes: boozybiddies.com/141…

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140: Blind Ambition Documentary & Does Red Wine Taste White If You Can't See It? 24:09

12M ago24:09

24:09

The biddies talk about the documentary Blind Ambition, about 4 Zimbabwean refugees who flee to South Africa, become sommeliers and participate in the World Blind Tasting Competition. They also detour through the science of blind tasting and ways you can test your own blind tasting skills at home, or at the bar with a bartender who will probably qui…

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139: The Godfather of Wine 29:42

12M ago29:42

29:42

The biddies talk about Francis Ford Coppola, American film writer, director and producer – perhaps best known for his work on The Godfather, and also someone who became a force in the American wine industry. He and his daughter Sofia Coppola run a veritable wine empire, own a legendary wine estate, Inglenook, and are also credited with being the fi…

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138: How Yellow Tail Disrupted an Entire Market 28:13

12M ago28:13

28:13

We all know it (and maybe love it) – Yellow Tail wine. The biddies talk about how Yellow Tail, out of Australia, was basically invented for the American market. It’s a really interesting story and a tour de force of product development and marketing strategy that changed the wine label game worldwide and the Australian wine industry forever. For th…

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137: Australian Wine, Part 2 AKA "Goon of Fortune" 25:24

1y ago25:24

25:24

Goon of Fortune…. That’s all you need to know. The biddies revisit Australian wine, its history and regions, and the best worst drinking game you’ve never heard of, Goon of Fortune. Grab a glass and join us! For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/137Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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136: Let's Talk About Sekt (Austrian and German Sparkling Wine) 28:57

1y ago28:57

28:57

The biddies return to the bubble train and take a look at Austrian and German sparkling wine. Both countries predominantly produce bubbles labeled “sekt”, however there are many different kinds and quality levels within the category. Tune in to learn more and hear about 5 too many “sekt” jokes. Full show notes: boozybiddies.com/136…

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(Encore) Wine Heists - Because There Was One This Week! 27:48

1y ago27:48

27:48

This week there was a new wine heist down in Florida. We won't have the full scoop on that one yet, so we're re-airing Wine Heists, Part 1 to share some of the craziest times sh*t got stolen. The full show notes are here: boozybiddies.com/123Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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135: All About Mezcal and Spirits Distilled from Agave with Travis Gale 51:57

1y ago51:57

51:57

The biddies chat with Travis Gale, a friend of Calla’s who also imports mezcal from Mexico. We chat about why it’s his favorite spirit, the difference between mezcal and tequila, and why not all (in fact not most) mezcal is smoky, amongst other things. Tune in to learn how Calla is responsible for Travis’ worst hangover ever and more! For the full …

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134: All About Italian Bubbles 29:57

1y ago29:57

29:57

The biddies stay on the bubble train and turn their attention to Italian sparkling wine. Like there is more than Cava in Spain, there is also way more than Prosecco in Italy – including one gentleman who ages his wines hundreds of feet below sea level on the ocean floor. Grab a glass of something sparkling and tune in! boozybiddies.com/134…

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133: The 4 C's of Spanish Sparkling Wine 25:49

1y ago25:49

25:49

Because there’s more out there than cava! Tune in to learn more about cava and why not every Spanish sparkling wine is actually cava… There are a number of producers making different levels and kinds of sparkling wine. Many of them are budget friendly and all of them are delicious. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/133…

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132: If There Was Ever A Group of People We’d Ever Want to Be a Part Of… 23:47

1y ago23:47

23:47

It would be these people… the “first families of wine”, also known as the Primum Familiae Vini, consists of some of the biggest winemaking families in Europe, although one American label was amongst their number at one time. Learn all about these 12 families and the rules of this super exclusive club. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/132…

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131: Why Is Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Wine So Sought After? 29:32

1y ago29:32

29:32

On the heels of the cult wine episodes, the biddies take a deeper dive into Domaine de la Romanee-Conti. Tune in to learn all about this highly sought after (and very expensive) Burgundy wine. While you may never get to try it, you’ll be in the know! And you'll also learn about the time all the vines were almost poisoned by a crazy guy demanding a …

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(Encore) Why Gray Grapes Are Awesome with Two Shepherds 1:03:11

1y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

The biddies chat with William Allen and Karen Daenen of Two Shepherds. Located in Sonoma County, Two Shepherds focuses on artisanship and quality without excessive manipulation. This mostly means they make the wines they want to drink! Tune into the episode to learn more about Two Shepherds, winemaking, the hunt for bucket list varietals, the Two S…

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(Encore) Veuve Clicquot -- the champagne and the woman who founded it 17:13

1y ago17:13

17:13

The biddies take a look at one of the most badass women in winemaking history, the widow Clicquot - and how she created a veritable champagne empire, invented new technologies to get her champagne to market faster, and was just a generally awesome lady. Full show notes: boozybiddies.com/76Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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(Encore) Sin with Gin 37:28

1y ago37:28

37:28

Be careful, the biddies cannot get enough of gin so they are extra excited about this episode. When it comes to gin, it is defined by juniper berry as the main flavor but as far as other botanicals go, the sky’s the limit. Learn more about this aromatic and flavor filled spirit on the next installment of the distillation series. Drinks Featured: Ka…

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(Encore) Cane Spirits with Jesse Torres 54:41

1+ y ago54:41

54:41

The Boozy Biddies welcome their first spirits stud, Jesse Torres, a Denver based bartender who just so happens to be a wealth of knowledge on cane spirits. R(h)um has always been a passion of Jesse’s and while it can be a very complicated and seemingly lawless spirit, Jesse helps navigate specific regions, styles, and distillation techniques. Drink…

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(Encore) Super Tuscans - A Favorite Style from Italy 23:46

1+ y ago23:46

23:46

The biddies kick off the new year with some favorites, Super Tuscans! Learn about the big three - Sassichaia, Ornellaia, and Tignanello - as well as some more affordable options. Learn why they’re cool and how to spot them in the store. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/69Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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(Encore) Italian Volcanic Wine 30:59

1+ y ago30:59

30:59

Italy is of course known for its wine, and it also has a fair amount of volcanic soil. The biddies wrap up their volcanic wine passport tour and this season of the Boozy Biddies with the land of Mt. Etna and Italian volcanic wine. Spoiler alert: there is more than one volcano in Italy. Full show notes: boozybiddies.com/92…

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(Encore) The Queen of the Bootleggers + Prohibition 30:10

1+ y ago30:10

30:10

The biddies revisit the story of Prohibition with a Women’s History Month lens, and women are ALL over prohibition. They were some of the most successful bootleggers, including one worth hundreds of millions of dollars by the end of her career. As many know, women’s temperance groups helped start Prohibition, but the biddies also learn that a group…

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(Encore) The Story Behind Uncle Nearest Whiskey 23:37

1+ y ago23:37

23:37

The biddies are on summer break! But, don't worry -- we know there's no rest for the wine and spirits :) This is one of our all time most listened to episodes: the story of Uncle Nearest, Godfather of Tennessee Whiskey, born Nathan Green - an enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel how to distill. He also made his own delicious whiskeys and his recipes…

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130: Alcohol Brands Older Than the United States 23:51

1+ y ago23:51

23:51

As we look forward to 4th of July weekend, we thought we’d celebrate America’s independence by reminding everyone that we’re still just a little whippersnapper. There are several alcohol brands still in existence today that are much older than the United States. The biddies dive into it. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/130…

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129: Rare Whiskeys 21:59

1+ y ago21:59

21:59

The biddies turn from super expensive cult wines to even more expensive rare whiskeys. Tune in to learn which whiskeys command top dollar prices and why! For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/129Kirjoittanut Boozy Biddies, Calla Bischoff, Kara Ferreira

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128: The Man, The Myth, The Mondavi 25:34

1+ y ago25:34

25:34

One name kept on coming up in the cult wine episode, so the biddies decided to investigate! Robert Mondavi helped influence a lot of California’s influential winemakers, helped basically invent the wine style that is known as Fume Blanc and helped to both elevate Californian wine and make some super affordable wines for everyone. Tune in to learn m…

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127: Natalie MacLean is a Wine Witch (No Longer) On Fire 1:07:48

1+ y ago1:07:48

1:07:48

The biddies chat with James Beard Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author, Natalie MacLean, about her most recent book Wine Witch On Fire. Tune in to this wide-ranging conversation about favorite wines, the writing process, navigating divorce, sexism in the wine and wine-writing industries, mental health struggles, navigating the fine l…

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126: $25,000 a Bottle 29:00

1+ y ago29:00

29:00

Having gotten into some of the California cult wines (unfortunately not literally), the biddies turn to some international cult-considered wines. Yes, we’ll talk about Domaine Romainee-Conti Grand Cru, which averages $25,378. But, we’ll also talk about some other options from Europe and elsewhere that you *might* actually be able to afford. Full sh…

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125: Cult Wine 30:46

1+ y ago30:46

30:46

The biddies explore the phenomenon of cult wine. While there are cult wines from around the world, the phenomenon is thought to have started with Californian wines, primarily California cabs. The biddies look at a few of these highly sought after wines, such as Screaming Eagle, Harlan Estate and Opus One. Show notes: boozybiddies.com/125…

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124: Wine Heists, Part 2 26:31

1+ y ago26:31

26:31

Also entitled “How to Steal Fancy Wine from Restaurants and Warehouses”... the biddies detail some more ridiculous and incredible wine heists from recent years, including one from famous Californian restaurant French Laundry, and one in which the Royal Family’s own wine was stolen and the thieves toasted themselves on the spot. Tune in to learn mor…

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123: Wine Heists, Part 1 27:48

1+ y ago27:48

27:48

The biddies discuss what it takes to steal $5 Million worth of wine and lay out the details of some of history’s biggest wine heists. Tune in to hear all about the seedy underworld of forklift operators as well as the best (or worst) wine thief who literally replaced $370 wine bottles with Charles Shaws’ Two Buck Chuck. For the full show notes: boo…

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122: All About Mint Juleps 26:02

1+ y ago26:02

26:02

The biddies explore a classic cocktail and Kentucky Derby favorite: the mint julep. It turns out there’s a lot more to the history of mint juleps than meets the eye. Learn about the origin of the mint julep and how it became the cocktail it is today (and by the way, it wasn’t always made with bourbon). (This episode is a re-run of episode #87) In t…

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121: Brandy 23:31

1+ y ago23:31

23:31

The biddies turn to the liquor made from wine (some of the time): brandy. Tune in to learn about the difference between a cognac and an armagnac and some other liquors you may not have even known fall into the brandy category. In this episode: Types of brandy History of brandy How brandy is made Cognac and Armagnac, the two big French brandy styles…

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120: One-Third of French Wine Comes from Languedoc-Roussillon 14:59

1+ y ago14:59

14:59

The biddies take another stop on the passport tour to discuss more delicious red wine and possibly the first traditional method fermented sparkling wine. Together Languedoc and Roussillon produce one-third of all French wine. Tune in to hear about this not much talked about wine region. For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/120…

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119: Delicious Red Blends from the Rhone, France 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

29:08

The biddies continue the passport tour in the Rhone region of France where delicious red blends (and more!) abound. Home to Chateauneuf de Pape and plenty of other delicious red blends, this is a favorite region of Calla and Kara. Tune in to learn about the mistral winds, grape varietals, history and more! For the full show notes: boozybiddies.com/…

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118: Wine from Jura, France 23:14

1+ y ago23:14

23:14

The biddies head over to the Jura region of France to drink delicious bubbles and learn more about this little region along the Swiss border. Tune in to learn about Louis Pasteur’s adventures in wine and more! In this episode: Cremant du Jura Vin de Paille also known as “straw wine” Grapes and varietals in the Jura region For the full show notes: b…

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117: Moldovan Wine - The Country with the Most Vineyards 29:26

1+ y ago29:26

29:26

(PASSPORT TOUR) The biddies resume the passport tour with a visit to Moldova, one of the oldest wine-producing regions of the world. Moldova has a greater percentage of its land covered with vineyards than any other country in the world – and is home to two sprawling wine caves. Tune in to learn all about it! In this episode: Moldova's long history…

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