About this episode
Subscribe to our YouTube channelCheck out Daily Objective DistilleryWe didn’t plan to find a new favorite Missouri distillery, but a quick drive for Christmas gifts turned into a full-on discovery. On the way to Amsterdam, Missouri, we spotted a building that looked like it had a story, took the chance, and ended up at Daily Objective Distillery, a ranch-side tasting room that’s growing fast for a reason. If you love craft spirits, real behind-the-scenes process talk, and places that feel like an instant weekend tradition, this one hits. Steve Parks walks us through how Daily Objective came to life, from a wedding conversation to building out a destination distillery with a stage, events, and major production ambitions. We get into what he was making before Missouri, how a moonshine curiosity turned into a serious rum program, and why ingredients like blackstrap molasses, blue agave sugars, and Madagascar vanilla beans change everything. He also breaks down the equipment and process in plain language: fermentation, mash bills, time and temperature control, making cuts, and why water filtration matters when you’re blending proof and bottling for consistency. Then Samantha Prothe, the general manager and the brain behind the calendar, shares what’s coming next: concert series plans, festivals, possible comedy nights, pickleball courts, cornhole leagues, rotating food trucks, and how they’re building a true community hub just a few miles off the highway. We also talk signature cocktails and award-winning spirits, including a clean, traditional old fashioned (plus a smoked option), lavender lemonade with vodka, espresso martinis made with rum, and the upcoming Petals Gin. If you’re anywhere near Kansas City or looking for a Missouri weekend destination, come hang with us for this on-site tour and some serious drink inspiration. Subscribe to the show, share this with a friend who loves distilleries, and leave a review so more people can find Spandex and Wine.Support the showThanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTreeInstagram & Facebook: @spandexandwineWeb Site: www.spandexandwine.com
