Join us for another exciting episode as we delve into the world of American single-malt whiskey and aged pu-erh tea. Our special guest, Randall from the Whiskey Shaman podcast, joins us to taste and discuss Colkegan's unique bottled-in-bond single malt from Santa Fe Spirits in New Mexico. We learn about the fascinating story behind Colkegan and its founder, Colin Kegan, who started his journey by making apple brandy and eventually fell in love with the idea of crafting American single-malt whiskey. Randall shares his personal experience visiting the distillery and the warm hospitality he received. As we dive into the tasting, we discover the whiskey's complex flavor profile, featuring notes of chocolate fudge, leather, and a hint of mesquite smoke. We pair this exceptional whiskey with a 10-year-aged "ancient tree date fragrance" pu-erh tea, carefully selected by So-Han to complement the whiskey's smokiness and delicate tannins. Throughout the episode, we discuss the importance of supporting and celebrating craft distilleries that push boundaries and experiment with unique ingredients and techniques. We also touch on the significance of sharing knowledge and resources within the whiskey community. Join us for this engaging conversation filled with laughter, insights, and a shared passion for exceptional whiskey and tea. Don't forget to check out Randall's Whiskey Shaman podcast and visit us at West China Tea in Austin, Texas, for an unforgettable tasting experience. @TeaHouseGhost @the_whiskeyshaman ⸺ credits ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺ Richard Amiro - host http://richardamiro.com So-Han Fan - guest https://www.youtube.com/@TeaHouseGhost - https://westchinatea.com/ Cory Cranfill - a really helpful guy  https://youtube.com/@shedlogic - https://www.righttoolmedia.com Randall Janc- guest The Whiskey Shaman @the_whiskeyshaman https://www.instagram.com/the_whiskeyshaman/ ⸺ socials ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺ Website: https://whiskeyprovisioner.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhiskeyProvis TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeyprovisioner