Ralph Erenzo's guest appearances

Ralph Erenzo

Put a Fork In It!

The Connected Table Live

The Accutron Show

Daniel Boulud

Nathalie Dupree

Ray Isle

Mary Ewing-Mulligan

Sam Phillips

Lidia Bastianich

Katie Couric

David Burke

Steve Olson

Alexander Smalls

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Ed Schoenfeld

Mary Gorman-McAdams

Victoria James

Larry Stone

OwlTail

About Ralph ErenzoRalph brings 35 years of production and development experience to the distillery. Prior to starting Tuthilltown Spirits, his business ExtraVertical Inc. provided technical services to corporate and media clients for projects that required technical skills developed over his 25 year rock climbing career. Ralph built and managed New York City’s first public climbing gyms including The ExtraVertical Climbing Center on Broadway. His dream of a “climbers ranch” near the largest rock climbing area in the East were set aside in favor of producing high quality spirits. Ralph’s writing and commentary have been featured in national media including Op Ed columns for the New York Times. His work at the State level has resulted in the passage of the Farm Distillery Act which permits New York farms to establish distilleries on site and sell their agricultural spirits at the farm. Born and raised a New Yorker, he has realized a lifelong dream of settling in the Hudson Valley.About TuthilltownBefore Prohibition more than 1,000 farm distillers produced alcohol from New York grains and fruits. In 2005 Tuthilltown Spirits brought the tradition of small batch spirits production back to the Hudson Valley.For 220 years Tuthilltown Gristmill, a landmark which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, used waterpower to render local grains to flour. In 2003, Ralph Erenzo and Brian Lee created Tuthilltown Spirits LLC, converting one of the mill granaries to a micro-distillery. Two and a half years later, Tuthilltown Spirits produced their first batches of vodka from scraps they collected at a local apple slicing plant.Today, Tuthilltown Spirits distills Indigenous Vodka from apples grown at orchards less than five miles away and the highly awarded Hudson Whiskey line, using grain harvested by farmers less than ten miles away.   The Visitor Center offers guests the opportunity to taste the collection of whiskeys, vodkas, gins, liqueurs, and other unique, handmade spirits.  Tours illustrate how Tuthilltown’s spirits are made by hand, one batch at a time.  Guests are encouraged to stay for the day and enjoy the family-friendly environment.Innovation at Tuthilltown is snowballing thanks to the input of over 50 hardworking and creative team members. New products, cocktails, dishes, and tour improvements are brought to fruition each week.   Tuthilltown Spirits is proud to have been the early bird in the post-prohibition New York distilling scene.  The team is now at the forefront of the craft distilling movement and is quickly building legacy of sustainable growth.Tuthilltown's Website: http://www.tuthilltown.com/About the ConversationThis episode features Ralph Erenzo, co-founder of Tuthilltown Spirits Distillery in Gardiner, NY and Hudson Whiskey. Tuthilltown was founded on the property of an old grist mill, and became the first distillery in NY since prohibition.I had been to the distillery to capture some images for a story for Upstater a while back, but last year I went back for a Young Professionals event, and Ralph shared his story. I was fascinated and his story really is a testament to what can happen if you set your mind to something and keep at it. In addition to the distillery, I was also intrigued by Ralph’s former love, rock climbing. As a hobbyist indoor climber, myself, it’s always fun to be able to connect with others who are into the sport.This was a fun and inspiring conversation, and I hope you enjoy it.

About Ralph Erenzo Ralph brings 35 years of production and development experience to the distillery. Prior to starting Tuthilltown Spirits, his business ExtraVertical Inc. provided technical services to corporate and media clients for projects that required technical skills developed over his 25 year rock climbing career. Ralph built and managed New York City’s first public climbing gyms including The ExtraVertical Climbing Center on Broadway. His dream of a “climbers ranch” near the largest rock climbing area in the East were set aside in favor of producing high quality spirits. Ralph’s writing and commentary have been featured in national media including Op Ed columns for the New York Times. His work at the State level has resulted in the passage of the Farm Distillery Act which permits New York farms to establish distilleries on site and sell their agricultural spirits at the farm. Born and raised a New Yorker, he has realized a lifelong dream of settling in the Hudson Valley. About Tuthilltown Before Prohibition more than 1,000 farm distillers produced alcohol from New York grains and fruits. In 2005 Tuthilltown Spirits brought the tradition of small batch spirits production back to the Hudson Valley. For 220 years Tuthilltown Gristmill, a landmark which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, used waterpower to render local grains to flour. In 2003, Ralph Erenzo and Brian Lee created Tuthilltown Spirits LLC, converting one of the mill granaries to a micro-distillery. Two and a half years later, Tuthilltown Spirits produced their first batches of vodka from scraps they collected at a local apple slicing plant. Today, Tuthilltown Spirits distills Indigenous Vodka from apples grown at orchards less than five miles away and the highly awarded Hudson Whiskey line, using grain harvested by farmers less than ten miles away.   The Visitor Center offers guests the opportunity to taste the collection of whiskeys, vodkas, gins, liqueurs, and other unique, handmade spirits.  Tours illustrate how Tuthilltown’s spirits are made by hand, one batch at a time.  Guests are encouraged to stay for the day and enjoy the family-friendly environment. Innovation at Tuthilltown is snowballing thanks to the input of over 50 hardworking and creative team members. New products, cocktails, dishes, and tour improvements are brought to fruition each week.   Tuthilltown Spirits is proud to have been the early bird in the post-prohibition New York distilling scene.  The team is now at the forefront of the craft distilling movement and is quickly building legacy of sustainable growth. Tuthilltown's Website: <a href="http://www.tuthilltown.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tuthilltown.com/</a> About the Conversation This episode features Ralph Erenzo, co-founder of Tuthilltown Spirits Distillery in Gardiner, NY and Hudson Whiskey. Tuthilltown was founded on the property of an old grist mill, and became the first distillery in NY since prohibition. I had been to the distillery to capture some images for a story for Upstater a while back, but last year I went back for a Young Professionals event, and Ralph shared his story. I was fascinated and his story really is a testament to what can happen if you set your mind to something and keep at it.  In addition to the distillery, I was also intrigued by Ralph’s former love, rock climbing. As a hobbyist indoor climber, myself, it’s always fun to be able to connect with others who are into the sport. This was a fun and inspiring conversation, and I hope you enjoy it.

45. Ralph Erenzo, Co-Founder Hudson Whiskey and Tuthilltown Distillery

In this episode, we discuss the rise of niche distilleries in America. Our hosts meet Ralph Erenzo, founder of Tuthilltown Spirits Farm Distillery, New York’s first whiskey distillery since prohibition that creates some of America’s most prized spirits in the Hudson Valley. Ralph shared with us some great stories about the distillery, the secrets behind the multiple award-winning Hudson Whiskey line, and their special collaboration with Accutron watches. Episode Highlights: 23:38 - A variety of happy accidents made us discover how to make great whiskey. We did not have a device to separate solids and liquids and in a funny way it all just worked out. 24:09 - Our distillery business is a cross between a craft, which is functional and art, which is subjective and irrational. The result is Hudson Whiskey. 30:15 - We had a fire in 2007 that almost destroyed our distillery. Many of our barrels were charred, but the whiskey came out amazing. They are now a collector's item.Learn more about our guests:Hudson Whiskey:InstagramTwitterLearn more about the Accutron watch here, and follow @AccutronWatch on Instagram. Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to hear new episodes as soon as they're released.Follow our hosts on social media:Bill McCuddy: Facebook  / Twitter

In this episode, we discuss the rise of niche distilleries in America. Our hosts meet Ralph Erenzo, founder of Tuthilltown Spirits Farm Distillery, New York’s first whiskey distillery since prohibition that creates some of America’s most prized spirits in the Hudson Valley. Ralph shared with us some great stories about the distillery, the secrets behind the multiple award-winning Hudson Whiskey line, and their special collaboration with Accutron watches. Episode Highlights: 23:38 - A variety of happy accidents made us discover how to make great whiskey. We did not have a device to separate solids and liquids and in a funny way it all just worked out. 24:09 - Our distillery business is a cross between a craft, which is functional and art, which is subjective and irrational. The result is Hudson Whiskey. 30:15 - We had a fire in 2007 that almost destroyed our distillery. Many of our barrels were charred, but the whiskey came out amazing. They are now a collector's item.Learn more about our guests:Hudson Whiskey:<ul><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/hudsonwhiskey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/HudsonWhiskey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li></ul>Learn more about the Accutron watch <a href="https://www.accutronwatch.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>, and follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/accutronwatch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@AccutronWatch on Instagram</a>. Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to hear new episodes as soon as they're released.Follow our hosts on social media:<ul><li>Bill McCuddy: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bill.mccuddy.7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>  / <a href="https://twitter.com/BillMccuddy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li></ul>

Inside The Barrel with Ralph Erenzo

Abigail Dierdre Gullo

Abigail Dierdre Gullo, Bar Chef at New Orleans dining hot spot Compère Lapín, says her theatrical training taught her to listen to customers and interpret their body language to provide the right cocktail, served with her special flair. Ralph Erenzo, co-founder of Tuthilltown Spirits, turned an old grain mill in the Hudson Valley town of Gardiner into one of the first craft distilleries to open in New York State since Prohibition, paving the way for the region's craft distilling growth. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio –  (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Abigail Dierdre Gullo, Bar Chef at New Orleans dining hot spot Compère Lapín, says her theatrical training taught her to listen to customers and interpret their body language to provide the right cocktail, served with her special flair. Ralph Erenzo, co-founder of Tuthilltown Spirits, turned an old grain mill in the Hudson Valley town of Gardiner into one of the first craft distilleries to open in New York State since Prohibition, paving the way for the region's craft distilling growth. This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (<a href="http://www.w4cy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.w4cy.com</a>) part of Talk 4 Radio (<a href="http://www.talk4radio.com/)" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.talk4radio.com/)</a> on the Talk 4 Media Network (<a href="http://www.talk4media.com/)" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.talk4media.com/)</a>.

Abigail Dierdre Gullo and Ralph Erenzo