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The Hombre Cave: Tequila, Wine and Home Winemaking Podcast

Mark Cherney

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Frequency: 1 episode/26d. Total Eps: 9

The Hombre Cave – Tequila, Wine & Home Winemaking Podcast Welcome to The Hombre Cave, the podcast for tequila lovers, wine enthusiasts, and People who want to make Wine at home. Hosted by The Tequila Hombre, this podcast explores: • The history and culture of tequila and agave spirits • Wine tasting, wine regions, and home wine making tips • Conversations about Wine, spirits, Home winemaking • Interviews with distillers, winemakers, and brand owners Whether you're learning about how tequila is made, discovering new wines, or starting your own home winemaking journey, The Hombre Ca

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Tequila Lawsuits: Could They Hurt the Entire Tequila Industry? | Hombre Cave Podcast Ep. 8

Sunday, September 27, 2026 • Duration 16:14

Could the lawsuits targeting some of tequila’s biggest brands end up hurting the entire tequila industry?

In Episode 8 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, The Tequila Hombre takes on the growing controversy surrounding class-action lawsuits involving major tequila brands and allegations over labeling, 100% Weber Blue Agave tequila, and what consumers are actually getting in the bottle.

But there could be a much bigger issue at stake.

If lawsuits over tequila labeling are successful, could they open the door to legal challenges against other producers—including smaller, traditionally made tequila brands? And what could that mean for brands that previously promoted themselves as “additive free”?

The Tequila Hombre breaks down why he believes tequila enthusiasts should think carefully before celebrating lawsuits against major producers. While many enthusiasts prefer smaller, traditionally made brands, this episode explores the argument that legal challenges aimed at “Big Tequila” could eventually create unintended consequences for the smaller brands enthusiasts support. Pasted text

In this episode:

The class-action lawsuits involving major tequila brands
Claims involving tequila labeling and 100% Weber Blue Agave
Questions surrounding the testing cited in the lawsuits
The controversy surrounding “additive free” tequila
How labeling disputes could affect the broader industry
Why smaller tequila producers could potentially be affected
Whether attacking large producers actually benefits craft tequila

Are these lawsuits protecting tequila consumers—or could they ultimately cause more harm than good?

Listen to Episode 8 and decide for yourself.

🥃 Follow The Hombre Cave Podcast for conversations about tequila, agave spirits, wine, spirits and sports with The Tequila Hombre.

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#Tequila #TequilaPodcast #TequilaNews #TequilaIndustry #AgaveSpirits #TequilaHombre #HombreCave

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Tequila Myths Busted: Contract Brands, Distillery Brands & Batch Consistency | Ep. 7

Episode 7

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 • Duration 23:32

Does owning a distillery automatically make a tequila brand better?

It's one of the most common claims you'll hear online—but is it actually true?

In Episode 5 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, I dive into one of the hottest debates in the tequila world: contract brands versus distillery-owned brands.

Drawing from years of experience working with tequila producers, selecting single barrels, and tasting thousands of tequilas, I explain why the answer is far more nuanced than social media often suggests.

We discuss:

Why contract brands can produce world-class tequila
How engaged brand owners influence quality
Why every batch of tequila naturally tastes different
The role of agriculture in shaping flavor
Why tequila is remarkably similar to wine in terms of vintage variation
The purpose of additives and batch consistency
Why changing distilleries isn't always a bad thing
How to think critically about tequila advice you hear online

If you're tired of marketing hype and want honest, experience-based tequila education, this episode is for you.

Follow The Hombre Cave Podcast on Spotify for weekly conversations about tequila, wine, spirits, sports, and the people who make them.

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Tequila Podcast • Tequila Education • Contract Brands • Distillery Brands • Additive-Free Tequila • Premium Tequila • Batch Consistency • Agave • Tequila Reviews • Spirits Podcast • Home Winemaking • Wine & Tequila • The Tequila Hombre • The Hombre Cave Podcast

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Why Your Tequila Doesn't Taste Right: Storage, Glassware & Tasting Secrets | Ep. 6

Season 1 · Episode 6

Monday, May 18, 2026 • Duration 27:58

Have you ever watched a tequila review and wondered:

"Why doesn't my bottle taste like that?"

In Episode 8 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, I explain the science and technique behind getting the very best experience from every bottle of tequila.

From proper storage and serving temperature to choosing the right glass and developing your palate, this episode is packed with practical tips that can completely change how you enjoy tequila.

Topics include:

Why premium tequila should usually be stored at room temperature
When (and why) freezing tequila masks flavors
The best glassware for tequila tasting
How professional tasters evaluate tequila
Why oxygen improves some tequilas—and eventually harms them
Using argon gas to preserve open bottles
Why tequila changes as it opens in your glass
The similarities between tasting tequila and fine wine

Whether you're new to tequila or already have an impressive collection, these techniques will help you experience more aroma, more flavor, and more appreciation from every pour.

Subscribe to The Hombre Cave Podcast for honest tequila education, wine conversations, spirits, sports, and stories from inside the industry.

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Tequila • Tequila Podcast • How to Taste Tequila • Tequila Glass • Tequila Storage • Premium Tequila • Additive-Free Tequila • Agave Spirits • Tequila Education • Spirits Podcast • Wine Tasting • The Tequila Hombre • The Hombre Cave Podcast

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Tequila & Wine: Rosa Tequila, Wine Barrels & Home Winemaking | Hombre Cave Ep. 5

Thursday, April 9, 2026 • Duration 29:14

What do wine, fermentation, Rosa tequila, and premium agave spirits all have in common?

More than you might think.

In Episode 9 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, I share how learning home winemaking completely transformed my understanding of tequila production. From harvesting grapes and measuring Brix to fermentation management and wine-barrel aging, I explain how these lessons connect directly to today's best tequilas.

We also discuss:

Why Rosa tequila is becoming one of the industry's fastest-growing categories
How respected producers are using wine barrels to create unique flavor profiles
The science behind fermentation and flavor development
What home winemaking taught me about tequila production
Why premium tequila deserves to be appreciated like fine wine

Whether you're passionate about tequila, fascinated by fermentation, or curious about the future of premium spirits, this episode brings together two worlds that are becoming increasingly connected.

Subscribe to The Hombre Cave Podcast for honest conversations about tequila, wine, spirits, sports, and the stories behind them.

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Tequila • Rosa Tequila • Wine • Home Winemaking • Fermentation • Wine Barrels • Agave • Premium Tequila • Spirits Podcast • Wine Podcast • The Tequila Hombre • The Hombre Cave Podcast • Winemaking • Tequila Education

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Tequila vs. Wine: The Fascinating Science That Connects Them | The Hombre Cave Ep. 4

Episode 4

Sunday, March 29, 2026 • Duration 34:55

Is tequila actually closer to wine than most people realize?

In Episode 4 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, I dive into one of the most fascinating topics I've ever researched: the surprising connection between tequila and wine.

From the history of Vino de Mezcal to the science of fermentation, terroir, yeast selection, and malolactic fermentation, you'll discover why these two beverages share far more in common than most people imagine.

Drawing on my experience as both a home winemaker and tequila educator, I explain how understanding wine has transformed the way I evaluate, appreciate, and even collaborate on tequila production.

Why tequila was once called Vino de Mezcal
How terroir influences both grapes and agave
The science behind fermentation in wine and tequila
Why many tequila producers choose wine yeast
How temperature affects flavor development
The similarities between grape must and agave mosto
Lessons from home winemaking that can improve tequila production
The future of experimental tequila fermentation

If you're passionate about tequila, wine, fermentation, craft beverages, or simply love learning how great drinks are made, this episode is packed with insights you won't hear anywhere else.

Follow The Hombre Cave Podcast on Spotify and join us every week as we explore tequila, wine, spirits, sports, and the stories behind them.

Sip. Savor. Play.Tequila • Wine • Tequila Podcast • Wine Podcast • Tequila Education • Wine Education • Terroir • Fermentation • Agave • Weber Blue Agave • Home Winemaking • Craft Spirits • Premium Tequila • Malolactic Fermentation • The Tequila Hombre • The Hombre Cave Podcast

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How I Built The Tequila Hombre | The Secrets Behind My Reviews & The Wine Connection | Hombre Cave Ep. 3

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, March 12, 2026 • Duration 25:23

What makes one tequila taste completely different from another—even when they're made using the same production methods?

In Episode 3 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, I pull back the curtain on how I built The Tequila Hombre YouTube channel, why I refused to rely on internet rumors, and how conversations with Mexico's top tequila producers completely changed the way I think about tequila.

But the biggest surprise?

The answer to understanding tequila didn't come from tequila at all...

It came from making wine. 🍷🥃

In this episode, I explain how studying fermentation, home winemaking, and professional wine production unlocked a deeper understanding of tequila production—knowledge that most consumers (and many influencers) never discover.

🥃 Why I contacted tequila producers before publishing every review

🌵 How inaccurate online information almost made it into my videos

🍷 The surprising connection between wine and tequila production

🧪 Why learning fermentation changed how I evaluate tequila

🏆 How home winemaking helped me become a better tequila educator

🍇 Building an award-winning home winery from scratch

🇲🇽 Behind-the-scenes stories from conversations with Mexico's master tequila producers

🤝 Why building a community has always mattered more than chasing views

🎙️ The future of The Hombre Cave Podcast and what's coming next

Throughout this episode, I share why my goal has never been to hype brands or chase trends—but to help you become a smarter, more informed tequila and wine enthusiast through education, transparency, and firsthand experience.

How I Became The Tequila Hombre | From Tequila Hater to Trusted Educator | The Hombre Cave Ep. 2

Season 1 · Episode 2

Sunday, March 8, 2026 • Duration 20:41

What transforms someone from a tequila skeptic into one of the most respected voices in tequila education?

In Episode 2 of The Hombre Cave Podcast, I share the personal journey that shaped The Tequila Hombre—from taking regrettable tequila shots in college to discovering premium tequila in Cabo San Lucas, building relationships with producers, organizing single-barrel selections, and eventually launching one of YouTube's leading tequila education channels.

This episode isn't just about tequila—it's about curiosity, persistence, and staying true to your mission even when others tell you it can't be done.

Why I originally disliked tequila—and what completely changed my perspective
The tequila tasting experience in Cabo that sparked a lifelong passion
How my background as a National Champion Home Brewer helped me understand fermentation and spirits
Building relationships with tequila producers and traveling to Mexico
The creation of the Tequila Barrel & Agave Collective
Organizing my first single-barrel tequila selections
Why I started The Tequila Hombre YouTube channel
Facing criticism, skepticism, and online negativity while pursuing a passion
Why education, integrity, and transparency have always been more important than making money in the tequila community

Whether you're passionate about tequila, interested in wine and fermentation, or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind successful journeys, this episode offers an honest look at how curiosity and persistence can open unexpected doors.

If you enjoy the podcast, please follow The Hombre Cave on Spotify, leave a rating, and share this episode with friends who appreciate great conversations about tequila, wine, spirits, and sports.

New episodes every week.

Remember... Life is too short to drink bad tequila.

Tequila • Tequila Education • Premium Tequila • Agave • Tequila Podcast • Home Winemaking • Wine Podcast • Fermentation • Mexico • Distillery Tours • Single Barrel Tequila • Spirits Education • Craft Spirits • The Tequila Hombre • The Hombre Cave Podcast

What is the Hombre Cave?

Friday, March 6, 2026 • Duration 15:01

In this episode we dive into What is the Hombre Cave, Who is it for and why was it created.

The Hombre Cave - Coming In March!

Sunday, March 1, 2026 • Duration 01:41

Welcome to The Hombre Cave, your go-to podcast for exploring the vibrant worlds of tequila, wine, spirits and sports. Join us as we uncover stories behind your favorite spirits and celebrate the thrill of the game. Whether you're a connoisseur or a casual fan, our lively discussions will entertain and enlighten. Subscribe now and be part of our growing community of enthusiasts who know how to savor life's finest moments.

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