In this episode, they explore the smokey world of peated

whiskeys and smoked teas. So-Han brings a fermented smokey black tea called "Hei Cha" from Hunan province, while Stephen introduces the iconic Peat Monster whisky from Compass Box. Get ready for a captivating discussion on the art of smoking teas and malting peated whiskeys, complete with insightful details on the terroir of peat, the importance of reflux in distillation, and the unique flavors imparted by different types of barley and wood smoke. So-Han also provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural shifts around smoked foods and drinks in both the West and China. As a special treat, Richard sharesa peated American single malt whiskey crafted by Emma Crandall of Balcones Distillery. Whether you're a peat lover or a smoke enthusiast, this episode promises to be an engaging exploration of flavors that will ignite your senses.

@TeaHouseGhost  ⸺ credits ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺Richard Amiro - host http://richardamiro.comSo-Han Fan - guest https://www.youtube.com/@TeaHouseGhost - https://westchinatea.com/Cory Cranfill - a really helpful guy  https://youtube.com/@shedlogic - https://www.righttoolmedia.comStephen Caronna - guestCompass Box Scotch Whiskymaker https://www.compassboxwhisky.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/stephen.caronna/⸺ socials ⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺⸺Website: https://whiskeyprovisioner.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhiskeyProvisTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeyprovisioner