Maine has a well-deserved reputation for creative and satisfying cuisine. Some of us also enjoy the little extras that make a meal complete. Today we speak with Kate McAleer of Bixby & Co. and Luke Davidson of Maine Craft Distilling about their adventures in specialty food and drink. Kate tickles our taste buds with tales of all natural chocolate bars, while Luke describes how his company distills spirits from Maine grain. We promise to leave your mouth watering!
Guests
Luke Davidson
Luke Davidson is the chief distiller and owner of Maine Craft Distilling in Portland. Luke was raised in a self-sufficient agrarian Maine community sustained by a barter economy between neighboring farms. He had always wanted to combine his strong sense of the Maine community, his love of agriculture, and his desire to make whiskey. In October 2011 that dream was realized when he opened Maine Craft Distilling.
Kate McAleer
Kate McAleer is the founder of Bixby and Co., a chocolate bar making company that uses organic, wholesome ingredients like real fruits, nuts, and cocoa. Kate’s chocolate factory is on the water in Rockland and she sells to national and local stores including Whole Foods, Belfast Co-op, Rosemont Markets, Aurora Provisions, and Lois’ Natural Market.