Alejandro Orendain understands numbers, travel, and agave. What started as a departure from the family business, quickly turned back into a return to the homeland. His roots in Tequila, and the inescapable pull back into the operations of Tequila Arette, bring us to his current chapter. A chapter during which, Alejandro educates many about the familial brand and ensures that his quality tequila can be easily available at everyone’s fingertips. We chat about drumming, bar anecdotes, and a whole new brand aesthetic.
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Ep 378 – Glenn Boiles: Another Bottle After Another
Austin’s Glenn Boiles is seemingly around every corner waiting to freshen your drink. He is at every event with a smile, warm glow, and the finest spirits from across the globe care of The Backbar Project. From Texas, to PDX, back to ATX, Glenn has acquired massive knowledge and experience in the hospitality industry; often as the result of flipping a coin. From Park Cognac to Estancia Raicilla, the various marks in the Back Bar project reflect different places, different traditions. Much like Glenn, they express the beauty this world has to offer. We chat fatherhood, argument styles, and the perfect boilermaker.
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Ep 376 – Cristina Allen: The Heart of Rock and Roll is Still Drinking
Cristina Allen co-founder of Volans Tequila learned that the craft and beauty of tequila is always attainable but only with the right processes in place. Cristina studied music production and has always had a knack for creativity. Seeing the dawn of the digital era sunset on those bygone days of analog, perhaps Volans tequila is the bridge between the past and the future. A truly analog spirit. We sit and chat on a windy Sunday afternoon to discuss Alice In Chains, making sure younger generations listen to proper music, and more.
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Ep 375 – John Melvin: Come Together, Right Now
Montagave’s co-founder John Melvin has delved in finances, drumming, winemaking, and now fatherhood. His brand, Montagave Tequila , is a promise ring to his French wife and their love of all things flavor. This beautiful French meets Jalisco project produced at Cascahuin was just the first step. Now, John brings one of the most lauded tasting events, Good Juice, to Austin Texas on November 8 (2025). What’s in store for attendees and how does John’s distinct version of hospitality enhance the experience? We chat art, family meal, jam bands, and more.
