E67 Jeff Kozak | Joe Wagner Go With Your Palate podcast

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In this barrel-aged, rye-infused episode of Go With Your Palate, we’re joined by the legendary Jeff Kozak of WhistlePig Whiskey, who’s been leading the charge in disrupting the craft spirits industry. From his early days “whiskey pimp’in” as a commodity trader to redefining ultra-premium rye, Jeff has seen it all—and he’s here to share his wild and wonderful journey.

We dive into WhistlePig’s bold collaborations, including the unforgettable “Badonkadonk,” crafted with Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet barrels, and the creative genius behind the Boss Hog series’ iconic packaging. Jeff also spills the rye on WhistlePig’s farm-to-bottle philosophy, the story of pitching whiskey with live pigs, and the challenges (and hilarity) of transitioning from sourcing whiskey to becoming a full-on grain-to-glass distillery.

Expect laughs, surprises, and stories you’ll be sharing at your next whiskey night. Whether it’s unexpected food pairings, tales of farm life in Vermont, or the outrageous adventures of taking WhistlePig on the road, Jeff brings a fresh, fun perspective that proves you can disrupt an industry and have a blast doing it.

So pour yourself a dram (or a Badonkadonk), press play, and get ready for a conversation that’s as smooth and complex as WhistlePig itself. Cheers!

Chapters

1. E67 Jeff Kozak | Joe Wagner (00:00:00)

2. Creative behind WhistlePig's Successful Packaging (00:01:54)

3. The Rye Guy (00:12:55)

4. Birth of Craft Whiskey (00:18:40)

5. Fun Collabs #Badonkadonk (00:23:30)

6. Hairy Back? (00:29:15)

7. Story behind the name (00:33:15)

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