Reviews
Distillery Nation is the number one podcast about craft distillery and distillery. It is packed with tons of useful, practical information. The interviews are incredibly inspirational and the host is so knowledgable of the art and craft and business of craft distilling.
Jaime Hous-Mad via Apple Podcasts · Spain · 03/25/24
Excellent podcast, equally entertaining and informative.
Rugger90 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 10/22/22
I’ve been binging for a couple weeks now. Just wanted to say thank you. Great content!
double four ranch via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/12/22
Great podcast to not just learn about the Craft Spirits Industry, but the people behind it. Fantastic resource for those in the industry.
KBS Chief Anitcipation Officer via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/17/21
There’s no better podcast out there if you’re passion about craft spirits and the people that make them. I learn a lot every time I listen.
Waynelectra via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/05/21
Fantastic podcast with tons of information. Every time I get bogged down or discouraged with my business plan, a couple of episodes gets me fired up again. Something new to learn every time.
Dan chisholm via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 12/28/20
Ilias is a legend. This podcast has got me through the toughest times of starting our own nano-stillery and has given me such great advice and ideas. His questions and guests are second to none and this is an invaluable resource. I would have to pay thousands of dollars to multiple sites, books,...Read full review »
tom6473725 via Apple Podcasts · New Zealand · 12/17/20
I really enjoy listening to this podcast aimed at distillers and distillery owners. Nice to hear others stories and thier tips. Keep up the great work bring this global distilling community closer!
djpearse via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/17/20
So good to have a resource like this to hear stories and learn from for those of us interested in distilling. Thanks so much and keep it up!
jeffluten via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/03/20
Illias does an excellent job curating interviews from different disciplines and subject matters in the distilled alcohol industry. Very informative, structured interviews allow the listener to become familiar with the challenges that confront the distilled spirit industry today. Also a great...Read full review »
AngerVT via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/29/20
Distillery Nation is one of the best distilling podcasts out there. Great insight from distillers around the country. Ilias does an outstanding job. Highly recommend for distillers and anyone interested in the craft distilling industry.
pmdistill via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/28/20
Not all podcasts are created equal, but this is a great one. The interviews give you a good sense of the distillers, what they do, and their approach to distilling. I can only speak as an aspiring distiller, but I’ve found value in listening to this one during my commutes. Keep up the good work...Read full review »
jstanfill81 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/27/20
This podcast has the most diverse content of distillery subject matter. I truly appreciate all of those who take the time to share their passion of the distilling industry. Content like this has encouraged me to take the plunge to start my own distillery in the state of Maryland.
Morningde via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/27/20
Lots of good distillery business advice stirred up with personal stories, old wisdom, and novel ideas. Listen aaaaaaaaall the way back to the beginning!
WildOneKris via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/27/20
This is the place to start. Distilling is a very elusive craft and it is hard to get quality info from professionals. Ilias brings in everyone! Teachers, new distillers, seasoned distillers and everyone in between. I suggest starting with the Dan Farber episode first!!! Incredible!!!! Keep...Read full review »
Hopeful Distiller via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/27/20
Very informative and down to earth it’s great listening to this podcast.i have learned a lot and he goes over stuff like the Ttb permit and stuff that others don’t it’s great I myself am trying to get a distillery going and have learned a lot thank you very much and keep up the good work
chris zornes via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/27/20
The only podcast that provides quality information on the distilling world without the terrible abundance of one sided opinions, distasteful jokes and filler that most others are full of.
JSI-M via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/30/20
I always enjoy the podcast. Great guests and informative ideas. There’s a Facebook group as well that always seems to offer support and helpful tips from people that have been in the business years and some not as long. It’s worth a listen.
chaosdistilling via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/07/20
Ilias does a great job of extracting really helpful hints and tips of distilling from every aspect of distilling, from the process to the business side. He presents a diverse list of industry leaders that give all sorts of strategy, do’s and don’t’s and advice that is essential to anyone...Read full review »
bruce 17 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/09/19
Ilia’s, has set up a fantastic podcast series. His relaxed approach is easy listening and entertaining. His guests engage very well and the support via his website is fantastic. I reached out to Ilia’s and he was prompt at responding.
southarmdistilery via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 07/29/19
Love these interviews with distillers. Always interesting insights!
matt_wid via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/15/19
Extremely informative and cool podcast. Thanks, Ilias!
Jaime Petralona via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/09/18
I dream of opening a distillery one day, and listening to this podcast is an awesome resource on the go for information, advice, and anecdotes from people who have done it before, love it. Keep up the good work mate!
Petepipes via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 09/18/18
I’ve been listening to this show as I’ve been setting up my craft distillery. It’s been a tremendous help!!
artisan distiller via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/01/18
As I work through my start up of a craft distillery, I have found a lot of value in this podcast. Even if you are just interested in learning more about craft spirits, this is a great podcast. Appreciate the work you do and look forward to more great content!
heza0701 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/06/18
If you’re into craft spirits, if you’re a craft distiller yourself...this podcast will inform and entertain. It’s been a great resource for us as we work to open our distillery in Virginia.
Three Crosses Distillery via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/29/18
I find the podcast very informative and I always learn something new that I didn’t know before...
Little tiny shop via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/29/18
I really like the down to earth and helpful style of this podcast. Ilias makes the ups and downs of starting and running a Distillary seem manageable! Your interviews with the variety of industry folks is really informative. Thank you for sharing all you do.
Daniel-tiida via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/28/18
I’m starting up a distillery and these podcasts helped me with a bunch of questions I had. It’s also great to hear the interviews to get perspectives from different distillers. Keep up the great work!
Pueblolover via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/28/18
I stumbled onto the podcast late one night while searching for inspiration and direction on what to do next, as someone trying to escape the clutches of the corporate rat race and pursue something creative and entrepreneurial. Starting with episode 32 to give it a try I was quickly hooked and...Read full review »
Gavolino via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/14/18
So as we are getting close to opening our Distillery in New Mexico I have been searching different podcasts around the subject to continue to add to my knowledge and keep an idea of what is happening in industry currently. I recently found this podcast and have since listened to every episode as...Read full review »
DANNY GERARD REALTOR via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/18
I enjoy this show. You don’t have to plan to start a distillery to find the discussions interesting - they cover the people aspect including personal stories of dreams and tribulations, challenges of starting a small business and of course the equipment and techniques used by these craft...Read full review »
Ebert Terblanche via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/30/17
I have been listening to 9 episodes at this point and everyone has been brilliant! It has a great structure... if I could ask two questions extra, I would ask in detail, what technique do they think makes their distillate unique or why did they select that specific Still, in detail, electric,...Read full review »
NycVilla via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/20/17
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Super interesting to get all the different perspectives. Well done!
GKuharick via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/08/17
Ilias does a great job at getting key points from each distillery. Look forward to each interview!
cjlayman via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/04/17
This is a wonderful resource for people like me who have seriously considered pursuing craft distilling. The audio quality and interview skills of Ilias improve with every episode, but the questions he asks are very insightful from the very beginning. Overall, I really enjoyed it highly recommend...Read full review »
SMS257 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/03/17
In my search for more information and inspiration in the world of craft distilling, distillery nation has nailed it. Great interview technique, great guests, great depth to the conversations and a great journey that is being travelled. Ilais has this natural ability to open up his guests world...Read full review »
asdgjfhj via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 12/23/16
Distillery Nation is going out and interviewing local and international distillers using podcasting as his medium. His approach has helped me to greater understand the types of people involved in craft distilling and their daily responsibilities. I listen while running, while the baby naps,...Read full review »
Heaping Pile via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/07/16
What a way to get me even more interested in the distillery process, knowledgeable people, great conversations and all around excellent podcast! Looking forward for more!
houston74 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/18/16
Excellent podcast if you're opening a distillery or just interested in the day to day of distilleries. He gets great, very knowledgeable guests who are fun to listen to. Great job! Looking forward to hearing more.Read full review »
Wanderingmn via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/08/16
Excellent format, fun and informative guests - even if you aren't interested in starting your own distillery, you can listen and appreciate what goes into every ounce you sip.Read full review »
StirlingMike via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/03/16
A great way to get to know the players in the field and fulfills a desire to learn for the eager enthusiast. It's also a practical podcast for the aspiring craft distiller. Ilias gets down to the nitty gritty with craft distillers and I can't get enough of it! Sign me up for a t-shirt!Read full review »
Rfviscio via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/01/16
Ilias does a great job with this podcast! It only started in September of 15, but each episode has been getting better and better. The interviews are interesting and well structured, and the folks he interviews are diverse, interesting and provide some really excellent insights. The audience of...Read full review »
BernardoBongo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/28/16
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