#25 Crafting Success: Inside the World of January Spirits with Co-founders Lucky Preksto & Jon Langley

The Philip Duff Show

Ever wondered about the nitty-gritty of running a craft spirits company? Join us in this eye-opening episode as we chat with John and Lucky, co-founders of January Spirits, who share their inspiring journey from working together in different bars and restaurants to creating their very own spirit brand. You'll learn about crafting unique liqueurs, navigating complex US legislation, and their mascot - Janus, the Roman God of the past, present, and future.
Dive into the fascinating world of crafting liqueurs as John and Lucky discuss the intricate process of perfecting their recipes, blending ingredients, and the importance of trusting oneself. We explore the history of coffee grinders and their impact on the American Civil War, as well as different drinking occasions for Amaro - a complex but enjoyable beverage. You'll also discover the challenges of competing with well-known brands in the world of craft gin production and pricing strategies.
In this absorbing conversation, John and Lucky share their gin tasting experiences, the rise of martini culture in New York City, and the importance of balancing bitter and sweet elements in cocktails. We also discuss selling alcohol in America, hotspots for their craft spirits, and the incredible journey of January Spirits. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the world of craft spirits and learn from the experiences of these passionate entrepreneurs!
January Spirits on IG: https://instagram.com/januaryspirits?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

January Spirits WWW: January Spirits januaryspirits.com |

Lucky Preksto: https://instagram.com/luckypreksto?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Jon Langley: https://instagram.com/redneck_narnia?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

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1. #25 Crafting Success: Inside the World of January Spirits with Co-founders Lucky Preksto & Jon Langley (00:00:00)

2. January Spirits (00:00:16)

3. Chicory Liqueur Crafting (00:13:25)

4. Amaro and Coffee Grinders (00:21:36)

5. Crafting a Unique Genopy Liqueur (00:34:21)

6. Marketing, Liqueurs, and Genevieve (00:46:22)

7. Pricing Small Batch Spirits (00:53:45)

8. Craft Gin Production and Pricing Strategy (00:59:26)

9. Gin Tasting and Ingredient Exploration (01:07:53)

10. Martini Culture and Gin Production (01:15:47)

11. Selling Alcohol in America (01:23:08)

12. Hotspots for Amore Margot (01:33:20)