From Farm Kid to Master Distiller: A Conversation with Caitlin Bartlemay

Join us for an engaging conversation with Caitlin Bartlemay, the newly appointed Master Distiller at Hood River Distillers. In this episode, we dive deep into Caitlin's journey from a farm in Eastern Oregon to becoming a master distiller, her experiences in the distilling industry, and the challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way.

Topics Covered:

• Caitlin's initial reaction to becoming a Master Distiller

• The evolution of her role from head distiller to master distiller

• The impact of the pandemic on the distilling industry

• The history and significance of Hood River Distillers

• Caitlin's favorite and least favorite products to work on

• The importance of separating personal taste from professional responsibilities

• The role of sensory perception in distilling

Key Moments:

• 00:00:03: Introduction and podcast details

• 00:01:06: Caitlin's reaction to her new title

• 00:04:10: Differences between head distiller and master distiller roles

• 00:15:03: The impact of the pandemic on distilling

• 00:20:06: History of Hood River Distillers

• 00:32:14: Caitlin's journey and career path

• 00:38:14: Balancing personal taste with professional duties

Connect with Caitlin:

• Instagram: @the_bartlemay

• Instagram: @hoodriverdistillers

• Website: www.hrdspirits.com

Connect with Us:

• Email: embellishpod@gmail.com

• Instagram:@embellishpod

• TikTok:@embellishpod

• Website:www.embellishpod.com

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Special Thanks:

A huge thank you to Caitlin Bartlemay for sharing her incredible journey and insights with us. Be sure to check out Hood River Distillers and their amazing range of products.

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