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The Spirited Enthusiast

Kim Michael, Martin Fielder

Booking Overview

This is an interview podcast focused on whisky and spirits, typically featuring distillers, spirits-company leaders, bartenders, cocktail educators, whisky creators, authors, and other established figures from the drinks community. Suitable pitches include spirits executives, craft distillers, bartenders, hospitality entrepreneurs, beverage educators, authors, and influential drinks-content creators with clear expertise or audience reach; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 13

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 134 followers

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Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thespiritedenthusiast@gmail.com

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Host

Kim Michael - Whisky enthusiast and co-host focused on exploring whisky, spirits, and the wider drinks community.

Martin Fielder - Whisky enthusiast and co-host focused on exploring whisky, spirits, and the wider drinks community.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Substantial expertise or recognized work in whisky, spirits, cocktails, bartending, hospitality, distilling, beverage education, or drinks media. Strong candidates typically have industry leadership roles, established content platforms, published books, educational programs, or notable businesses and brands.
Required Achievements:  
Founding or leading a spirits brand, distillery, bar, or hospitality company, Building a substantial whisky, cocktail, or spirits media platform, Publishing books on spirits or cocktails, Creating recognized spirits-education programs or certifications, Developing notable expertise in distilling, bartending, or beverage culture

Recent Guest Discussions

Sother Teague - Amaro And Bitters, Hospitality, Bar-industry Trends, Alcohol And Wellness, Memorable Guest Experiences, And Spirits Education.

Alexandre Gabriel - Cognac, Gin, Rum, Traditional Production Methods, Spirits Education, Distilling, And The Cultural Role Of Shared Drinking Experiences.

Leandro Di Monriva - Cocktail Education, Spirits Content, Cocktail Competitions, Marketing, Brand Sponsorship, Authenticity, And Home Bartending.

George Kaplan - Whisky Curation, Spirits Education, Community-building, Blind Tasting, And Creating A Whisky Advent Experience.

Daniel Whittington - Whisky Education And Certifications, Industry Communication, Sensory Experience, The Whiskey Industry, And Spirits Content Creation.

Recent Topics

Whisky, Spirits, Cocktails, Bartending, Distilling

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Spirited Enthusiast
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Season 2, Episode 4 - Lee Ann Rayner of Scotch on the Bayou

October 15, 2026

We have been so excited to publish this episode with someone who is one of our favorite people in the whisky world AND one of our favorite people in the world, period. Lee Ann Rayner, the founder of the YouTube channel Scotch on the Bayou, has an incredible depth of whisky knowledge, an expert palate, boundless charisma, and a passion for making Scotch approachable and, above all, FUN.Lee Ann’s whisky journey began with a solo trip to Scotland and a distillery tour that changed her life. We t...

Season 2, Episode 3 - Sother Teague of Amor y Amargo

July 29, 2026

On this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Sother Teague, co-founder of New York City’s legendary bar Amor y Amargo, partner at Overthrow Hospitality, author, podcaster, educator, and Amaro evangelist.Sother joins us for a wide-ranging conversation that is equal parts spirits education, hospitality philosophy, and hilarious storytelling. We dive deep into the world of bitters and Amari, including how newcomers should approach the category, which Amari are basically “adult Coca-Cola” and “adu...

Season 2, Episode 2 - Alexandre Gabriel of Maison Ferrand

July 01, 2026

We know it's been a minute, but this episode is DEFINITELY worth the wait and a genuine can't-miss for spirits enthusiasts of every level. Alexandre Gabriel is the owner and Master Blender of Maison Ferrand, one of the world’s premier independent producers of fine spirits, with a mission to preserve and revive traditional production methods. Born and raised on a farm in southern Burgundy, Alexandre was taught by his grandfather how to make wine and distill spirits, and those early les...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Spirited Enthusiast
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How do I get in touch with The Spirited Enthusiast?

The Spirited Enthusiast is hosted by Kim Michael and Martin Fielder. Its publicly listed email is thespiritedenthusiast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Spirited Enthusiast?

The publicly listed email for The Spirited Enthusiast: thespiritedenthusiast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Spirited Enthusiast have?

Podseeker estimates The Spirited Enthusiast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Spirited Enthusiast?

The Spirited Enthusiast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Substantial expertise or recognized work in whisky, spirits, cocktails, bartending, hospitality, distilling, beverage education, or drinks media. Strong candidates typically have industry leadership roles, established content platforms, published books, educational programs, or notable businesses and brands. Common among recent guests: Founding or leading a spirits brand, distillery, bar, or hospitality company; Building a substantial whisky, cocktail, or spirits media platform; Publishing books on spirits or cocktails. Recent guests include Sother Teague, Alexandre Gabriel, and Leandro Di Monriva.

How hard is it to get booked on The Spirited Enthusiast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Spirited Enthusiast cover?

Recent episodes cover Whisky, Spirits, Cocktails, Bartending, and Distilling. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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