{"podcast":{"title":"Invst Guru","slug":"invst-guru-7102712","podcast_index_feed_id":7102712,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/673b8adb0f9780339ef0cb02","website_url":"https://invst-guru.beehiiv.com","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1731955395589-f521bed4-5ab5-4f9f-bfe4-7a3e00841958.jpeg","author":"Jeff \"fuzzy\" Wenzel","episode_count":142,"summary":"Invst Guru: Your Guide to Equity Crowdfunding Opportunities Dive into the world of equity crowdfunding with Invst Guru , the podcast that connects you to the most exciting investment opportunities. Each episode spotlights one active campaign, providing insights into the company, its vision, and why it could be a compelling addition to your investment portfolio. From groundbreaking startups to innovative businesses reshaping industries, Invst Guru is your trusted guide for discovering ventures worth exploring. Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to equity crowdfunding, join us to learn, analyze, and stay ahead in the dynamic world of startup funding. Invest smarter. Invest informed. Be the guru. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-04T06:18:31.574243+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/invst-guru-7102712"},"episode":{"title":"From Real Estate to Rum: Reviving a Montana Distillery","slug":"from-real-estate-to-rum-reviving-a-montana-distillery","published_at":"2026-03-01T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/invst-guru-7102712/from-real-estate-to-rum-reviving-a-montana-distillery","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/invst-guru-7102712","url":"https://invst.guru/","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/673b8adb0f9780339ef0cb02/e/69980351435569254b7d7135/media.mp3","summary":"Buying a distressed property is one thing. Buying a distressed distillery is something else entirely. In this episode of Invst Guru , host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Justin Meccia , owner of Hidden Lake Grill & Distillery , to discuss how he acquired one of Montana’s oldest distilleries and is now rebuilding it from the ground up. Justin shares how he purchased the assets of Whitefish Handcrafted Spirits, inherited award-winning recipes like the orange clove infused rum, and is transitioning the company into a house-of-brands strategy designed to scale beyond Montana. He explains the challenges of operating in a control state, navigating alcohol regulations, and expanding distribution across state lines while maintaining quality and production standards. The conversation also covers: • The realities of owning and operating a micro-distillery. • Why rebranding matters for national distribution? • Montana’s unique alcohol laws and regulatory hurdles. • Managing seasonality in a tourist-driven market. • The opportunity in zero-proof and alcohol-free alternatives. • Expanding with a food truck and satellite location strategy. • How crowdfunding supports small business growth? • What retail investors should consider in hospitality and spirits? This episode is for founders, operators, hospitality professionals, and investors interested in craft spirits, small business turnarounds, and brand expansion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","meta_description":"Buying a distressed property is one thing. Buying a distressed distillery is something else entirely. In this episode of Invst Guru , host Jeff “Fuzzy” We…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1518,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/invst-guru-7102712/episodes/from-real-estate-to-rum-reviving-a-montana-distillery/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/invst-guru-7102712/from-real-estate-to-rum-reviving-a-montana-distillery.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}