Spirited Discussions

This week, Lachlan is diving into the rich biodiversity of Australia's flora in spirits while welcoming a favourite guest, Luke McCarthy, with special guest and co-producer, Lindsay Marriott. Discover how indigenous botanicals like lemon myrtle, finger lime, and Tasmanian pepperberry are transforming the landscape of mixology and spirits in Australia. If you think you've heard all of the creative ways that Australia is coming up with new flavours, you're wrong. Buckle up, tune in and learn something new!

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SHOW NOTES:
Tasmanian Pepperberry - https://tuckerbush.com.au/pepperberry-tasmannia-lanceolata/
Strawberry Gum - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eucalyptus_olida
River Red Gum - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eucalyptus_camaldulensis
Lemon Myrtle - https://www.bushfoodshop.com.au/lemon-myrtle/
Kakadu Plum - https://parksaustralia.gov.au/kakadu/discover/nature/plants/kakadu-plum/
Davidson Plum - https://anfab.org.au/main.asp?_=Davidson%20Plum
Illawarra Plum - https://tuckerbush.com.au/illawarra-plum-podocarpus-elatus/
Quandong Plum - https://www.bushfoodshop.com.au/quandong/
Lillypilly - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syzygium_smithii
Finger Lime - https://tuckerbush.com.au/finger-lime-citrus-australasica/
Desert Lime - https://anfab.org.au/main.asp?_=Desert%20Lime 
Macadamia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macadamia
Weeping Grass - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microlaena_stipoides
Botanic Australis - https://www.botanicaustralis.com/
Poor Toms - https://poortoms.com/
Four Pillar “Modern Australia" - https://fourpillarsgin.com/products/modern-australian-gin
Kangaroo Island Spirits - https://kangarooislandspirits.com.au/
Coastal Daisy Bush - https://tuckerbush.com.au/wild-rosemary-olearia-axillaris/
Karkalla - https://tuckerbush.com.au/karkalla-carpobrotus-virescens-bain/
Spring Bay Distillery - https://springbaydistillery.com.au/
Dasher + Fisher - https://www.dasherandfisher.au/
Seven Seasons - https://www.seven-seasons.com.au/
78 Degrees - https://78degrees.com.au/
Kinglake Distillery - https://kinglakedistillery.com.au/
Archie Rose Distilling Co. “Heritage Red Gum Cask Single Malt Whisky” - https://archierose.com.au/shop/product/heritage-red-gum-cask-single-malt-whisky
Headlands Distilling Co. “Illawarra Plum” - https://headlands.com.au/product-category/illawarra-plum/
Cape Byron Distillery - https://capebyrondistillery.com/

What is Spirited Discussions?

Welcome to Spirited Discussions, a captivating podcast hosted by the esteemed Lachlan Watt, acclaimed as the 2023 Icons of Whisky Awards' Best Bar Manager in the World.

Spirited Discussions aims to cultivate an inclusive community of kindred spirits, uniting individuals who share a fervent passion for expanding their understanding of the fascinating realm of spirits. Through our podcast, we aspire to offer listeners an engaging and enlightening platform to delve into the cultural significance of spirits worldwide—an often overlooked facet of the alcohol landscape. Moreover, we will delve into the historical origins, contemporary developments, and future trajectories within the industry.

With Lachlan Watt's profound expertise and contagious enthusiasm for spirits, Spirited Discussions becomes an essential auditory experience for anyone seeking to embark on an enthralling exploration into the captivating world of alcohol.

Join us on this intoxicating journey, where knowledge and enjoyment converge. Tune in to Spirited Discussions and expand your horizons within the realm of spirits.

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