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Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

Title: Debunking Whiskey Myths, Tracing Pilsner’s Origins, and Why PR Still Matters

Description

   We explain the differences between single malt, blended malt, and blended Scotch, dispelling common whiskey misconceptions and helping listeners choose based on taste rather than labels.

   The fascinating history of the Pilsner is traced, from its revolutionary debut in 1842 to becoming the world's most influential beer style.

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

Title: Do Beer Ratings Really Matter?

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

TITLE: Foam, Pairings and Fresh Pours

  • Beer foam isn’t waste — it’s a sign of proper brewing, protects aroma, and improves texture
  • Pizza-and-beer harmony comes from yeast, carbonation, and choosing the right style for the slice
  • New RTDs, wine tips, and Leslie Jesperson’s BFD TV round out this week’s Beverage Chronicles highlights
Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

Long Island Iced Tea Returns as a Cocktail Classic

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

Warm Weather Wines and the Craft Spirit of the Lake Erie Ale Trail

It Starts Now with Juanita Dillard

It Starts Now with Juanita R. Dillard

Who says coffee can’t be good for you? My conversation with William, Kane, international best selling author, decided to write a book titled, “Coffee, the Nectar of the Gods or Dangerous Brew”. He breaks down all things coffee with a big surprise at the end. 

For more information on this informative reference book, contact Willian Kane at  @mike@kissing.com

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

Dive Bar Soul, Bottle Science, and the Pickle Beer Surprise

The Humble Doorway Into Dive Bar Culture

The episode opens with a sponsor message for Buna Connection Brewing Company before host Gary Montaroso introduces Beverage Chronicles as a relaxed conversation about the stories behind what people drink. The main feature begins by defining dive bars as casual, unpretentious places with simple drinks, low prices, local clientele, and a worn-in atmosphere that often includes music, karaoke, or pool tables.

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

From Speakeasies to Canned Cocktails: How America's Drinking Culture Evolved

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso and Michelle Lam

Beverage Chronicles with Gary Monterosso

Root Beer, Vodka, and the Unexpected Science in Your Glass