Keith Barnes Master Distiller talks Organic World Class Whiskey and More all from Bainbridge Island

Keith Barnes Founder and Master Distiller of Bainbridge Organic Distillers joins us for this episode.Opening in 2009 with a focus of only producing only organic products.  Bainbridge was the first distiller in Washington State to be USDA Certified.  They are the only distillery in Washington State to be 100% Organic.Keith is also collector of old alcohol with a collection several hundred bottles of whiskeys dating back as far as the 1870's. The inspiration he draws from tasting the vintage whiskey helps create the current products that Bainbridge is selling.  Currently Keith is documenting his year of Whiskeys on his Instagram account names myyearofwhiskies. We talk about Japanese whiskey and Keith provides a ton of information. Keith explains about Mizunara wood and how it is crucial to his Bainbridge Yama Mizunara Cask Single Grain Whiskey.  The village of Yama on Bainbridge Island was the inspiration for creating this Whiskey which has won multiple awards including Worlds Best. The story of how the Whiskey was created and how it helped fund the archaeology project at the Yama Village on Bainbridge.It is obvious that Keith is passionate about Whiskey and spirits in general. He is also a proud resident of Bainbridge Island.  Lots of stories and great conversation during this episode.  If you're a fan of craft spirits you need to try Bainbridge Organic Distillers products.There are so many amazing places to explore in Washington State, you should just pack your bags and go! Explore Washington State is the perfect place for inspiration.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ExploringWash)