Podcasts about Scotch whisky

Julieann Fernandez, Master Blender for Bunnahabhain, Deanston, Tobermory, & Ledaig Single Malt Scotch whiskies, takes us behind the scenes of her process, sharing her expertise on the combination of art & science in blending Scotch whisky. She shares her journey through the whisky world, how she tries to balance innovation and tradition, and what makes a truly exceptional whisky

André brauchen wir euch nicht weiter vorstellen. Wer doch eine kleine Auffrischung braucht hört bitte erstmal Batch 6 Folge 24. Wir freuen uns wie Bolle, dass es endlich mal persönlich geklappt hat und wir gemeinsam im Leipziger Dr. Hops eine Folge Dram Good aufnehmen konnten. André geht es wie vielen Genießern da draußen und hat gemerkt, dass an vielen Stellen das Thema Whisky durchgespielt ist. In seinen Videos hat er schon Gründe besprochen und wir nehmen das Thema nochmal gemeinsam auf. Außerdem sprechen wir darüber, wie der Markt für Whisky gerade immer mehr an Talfahrt aufnimmt. André gibt uns Einblicke in die Industrie und es geht natürlich hier und da auch um Kirsch Import. Wir greifen zudem die Thematik Fässer und dabei im Speziellen virgin Oak Cask auf. Für uns war es wieder sehr spannend und wir sagen nochmal Danke an André für seinen Besuch! Das schreit schon wieder nach Wiederholung... Vielleicht noch in diesem Jahr?! Viel Spaß beim Hören Olli und Tim

Anthony Wills is the founder and creator of Kilchoman Single Malt Scotch Whisky, the first new distillery to be built on Islay since 1908. His previous career in wine sales led him to delve into independent whisky bottling ventures. And with deep roots to Islay through his wife's family, the grand idea to open a new distillery actualized in 2005. The unique profile of Kilchoman is textured, rich, and elegant. And even more unique is their Islay Barley bottling, in which all of the barley is grown on their farm at the distillery. We chat fear of failing, tinkering, Sherry, and more.

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Scotch whisky has long been celebrated for its complexity, craftsmanship, and unforgettable flavors. But in a world of endless releases and evolving trends, has the magic started to fade? Join us for a lively discussion as we explore whether Scotch whisky has lost its "wow factor." We'll dive into topics like market saturation, innovation (or lack thereof), and how modern tastes are shaping the industry. Plus, we'll share our thoughts on some whiskies that still blow us away and take your live questions and comments. Grab a dram and join the conversation—this is one show you won't want to miss!

In this new episode of the Bourbon Lens Podcast, we welcome Racheal Vaughan Jones, Marketing Director at Compass Box Whisky. Racheal shares her journey from working with global drinks brands like Ballantine's Scotch Whisky to helping shape the direction of Compass Box, one of the most innovative independent Scotch whisky makers in the world. As the driving force behind Compass Box's recent initiatives, including the launch of their new Core Collection and the Long Live Interesting campaign, Racheal provides an inside look at what makes this brand stand out in the crowded world of Scotch. We dive deep into the art of blending, the importance of storytelling in whiskey marketing, and the unique whiskies that Compass Box is known for. Learn more about Compass Box on their website:  compassboxwhisky.com Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for your support over the last 6 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our amazing community of Patreon supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you would take a few minutes time to give us feedback on Bourbon Lens podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 Star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a written review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X.  Also, consider supporting Bourbon Lens on Patreon for some of the behind the scenes, to earn Bourbon Lens swag, join the Bourbon Lens Tasting Club, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or guest suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out BourbonLens.com to find our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and whiskey reviews. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens

Wir freuen uns außerordentlich, dass wir für diese Folge Thomas Plaue gewinnen konnten. Gemeinsam haben wir uns im Leipziger Imperii zusammengesetzt und knapp zwei Stunden über Thomas' Whiskyleben gesprochen. Er gibt uns Einblicke in seine Zeit bei Diageo als Master of Whisky und den Weg dahin. Wir besprechen seine Stationen bei Schlumberger, Highland Park und warum es nun zurück zu Schlumberger geht. Außerdem haben wir die Gelegenheit beim Schopf gepackt und Thomas gefragt, was für ihn ein perfektes Whisky-Tasting ausmacht. Als Keeper of the Quaich berichtet Thomas, wie die Ernennung abläuft und was dafür notwendig ist - auch für uns eine Premiere. Seid also gespannt auf eine ganz besondere Folge in der Vorweihnachtszeit! Nun viel Spaß beim Hören Olli & Tim

In this episode of the Bourbon Lens podcast, we dive deep into the world of Benromach, one of Scotland's most celebrated distilleries. We're joined by Keith Cruickshank, Distillery Manager at Benromach, who walks us through the rich history and what make their subtly smoky Speyside whiskies stand out. We're honored to taste through their impressive portfolio, including their rare and limited-release 50-Year-Old Scotch, a truly exceptional and costly expression that showcases the artistry and dedication behind Benromach's craft. Keith shares insights into the distillery's commitment to traditional production methods, the importance of maturation, and how Benromach balances innovation with heritage. This episode offers a rare opportunity to experience and learn about one of the most exclusive whiskies available today. Whisky Tasting Notes: We taste through Benromach's range, exploring expressions like the 10-Year-Old, 15-Year-Old, and the highly sought-after 50-Year-Old. Keith offers expert commentary on each, highlighting the unique characteristics of their single malts and the stories behind their creation. In this episode, we discuss: - The history and philosophy of Benromach Distillery   - The making of Benromach's unique, slightly peated whiskies   - What makes their 50-Year-Old Scotch such a rare and expensive release   - The significance of traditional methods in crafting exceptional Scotch   - Insights into future releases and the distillery's plans This conversation is a must-listen for whisky enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone curious about what goes into making some of the world's finest Scotch whiskies. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for your support over the last 6 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our amazing community of Patreon supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you would take a few minutes time to give us feedback on Bourbon Lens podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 Star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a written review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X.  Also, consider supporting Bourbon Lens on Patreon for some of the behind the scenes, to earn Bourbon Lens swag, join the Bourbon Lens Tasting Club, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or guest suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out BourbonLens.com to find our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and whiskey reviews. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens

Mark and I have over 40 years experience in the Scotch Whisky industry between us and, after many years of working for other people, we decided the time was right to start our own independent bottling company. This was in December 2019. A few months later we were seriously questioning the timing of our new venture! However, despite the challenging circumstances (to global pandemic, add a new baby and impending Brexit), we are absolutely delighted with how things are going so far. After an incredibly successful Crowdfunder campaign in April 2020, we bottled our first cask (for Crowdfunders only) a few months later, followed by our first general release of 5 casks in September 2020. We've bottled a total of 26 casks in our first year covering single malt, blended malt, single grain, blend, rums and Indian whisky (our first non-scotch whisky) and hope to expand on our offering over time. Basically, as long as it tastes good and has spent time in a cask, then we'll happily bottle it. https://wattwhisky.com/

This week, Ardbeg and Glenmorangie's Dr. Bill Lumsden joins us to answer your questions posed in the WhiskyCast Community app. The questions ranged from why the new Ardbeg 17 is chill-filtered and bottled at 40% ABV to what it was like working with Beyoncé on her new Sir Davis Whiskey. We'll have Bill's answers on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, Scotch Whisky industry leaders are calling this week's UK excise tax hike a “betrayal” and a “kick in the teeth” — and we'll hear from Scotch Whisky Association CEO Mark Kent, who's also worried about the potential impacts of this week's US presidential election on tariffs. We'll also have the rest of the week's news, tasting notes, and much more. 

Lost Lantern Whiskey took the Scotch Whiskey tradition of independent bottlers and applied it to American craft whiskies. Founders Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski weren't the first independent bottlers of American whiskies, but their selections over the last four years represent an eclectic variety of whiskies from around the country. They're about to release their Fall 2024 tranche of whiskies, all at or close to ten years old, and we'll catch up with Nora and Adam on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, it's budget week in the U-K, and Scotch Whisky makers will be watching closely for news of an excise tax cut. We'll have the rest of the week's whisky news as well, along with this week's tasting notes and a look at so-called “vatted malts."

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Ola began her professional career working in sales at a membership based networking company in Edinburgh followed by her first drinks industry position at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Having spent 4 years developing her knowledge and understanding of Scotch whisky at the society, Ola also sat as a member of their renowned tasting panel involved in their whisky selections.   Her career then took her to a number of other sales and business development roles, in software, motorbike sales and finally back to whisky in 2019 as a cask broker. Through this role Ola gained an alternative insight to the whisky market, both the lucrative opportunities and the pitfalls of working in a non-regulated environment.   Co-founding Stravaig Spirits in 2021, Ola has continued to build strong relationships within the whisky industry. Working closely with a network of partners, she supports and guides individuals and companies through the exciting process of single cask whisky ownership and private own brand bottling.   Together with her business partner Ryan, they released their first independent bottling brand Tri Carragh Single Malt Scotch Whisky in October 2022 in the UK with distributors in Japan, Canada and Netherlands. Last summer Glenlaird Scotch Whisky was developed for the South Korean market with an initial 12,000 bottle order and exclusive distribution deal and is now building momentum in other markets.      https://www.tricarragh.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/olal2/ https://www.instagram.com/tricarragh/ https://www.facebook.com/tricarragh       Timestamps: [1:00] How did you get started and what do you do? [7:20] Getting started trading whisky isn't easy! [8:50] What is a bonded warehouse? [11:00] How did you start exporting? [17:10] How do you split the duties with just the two of you running the whole show? [25:00] Gaining employees and the stress factors [30:00] If your business had a character or personality who would it be or what would that look like?   ——————————————— Subscribe to Tricres! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX0EUHMC2CckN6amdXL2F3Q?sub_confirmation=1   We interview entrepreneurs at the beginning, middle, and end of their businesses so if you're a coach and consultant get inside the head of business owners and gain their insights and driving forces.   Join our growing family and community of business coaches and consultants! If you passion is about making it happen for SMEs you need to listen to our podcast with business owners from around the world.   Find our other podcasts HERE at: https://tricres.com/podcasts/   Want to join us for our next Escape 9 to 5 Live Event to become a business coach and consultant or to enhance your existing coaching and consulting business? Find out more and sign up for our free event here: https://tricres.ac-page.com/9-to-5

Oban took a risk, they aged their whisky in a barrel that once housed a Spanish Fortified Wine called Montilla Fino. This white fortified wine added some interesting characteristics that were similar to Oban's normal 14 yr, but turned the volume up to 100%. Do you like when secondary maturation adds to the whisky, or exemplifies already present notes? Let us know in the comments below. Check out the video to hear the full review!  Thank you to our Sponsor Addys Wine and Liquor. If you are in the market for a new bottle of whiskey or some wine, this is the place to go. Located on Transit Road in Williamsville, they have all the right staff to guide you in the perfect direction. Download their App to be notified when they have events, allocated products, and sales, and they can also ship to you! Download the app here!Android link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cta.AddyFineWineApple Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/addys-lexis-wine-spirits/id1375492533 **Ethics Statement**All whiskey review is 100% honest and we have no obligation to review or give a higher rating just because it is sent to us. Any one that wants to send us a bottle can contact us through our Instagram, but know that it will be our honest rating. We want to provide all of you with a genuine analysis that you can take as our stamp of approval, and we wouldn't be able to have that if we inflated just because we received it for free. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jake takes a deep dive into Scotland in this week's episode featuring Tamdhu Single Malt Whisky.  He's joined by Gordon Dallas, Brand Development & Advocacy Director for Tamdhu, for an informative and enlightening comparative tasting of a portion of the Tamdhu portfolio of sherry cask whiskies. Stream this episode on your favorite podcast app and be sure to drop us a review while you're there.  We are thankful for your support over the last 5 years. We must give the biggest shoutout to our growing Patreon Community of supporters! As always, we'd appreciate it if you would take a few minutes time to give us feedback on Bourbon Lens podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 Star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a written review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and X.  Also, consider supporting Bourbon Lens on Patreon for some of the behind the scenes, to earn Bourbon Lens swag, join the Bourbon Lens Tasting Club, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or guest suggestions, please email us at Info@BourbonLens.com. Check out BourbonLens.com to read our blog posts, whiskey news, podcast archive, and whiskey reviews. Cheers,Scott and JakeBourbon Lens   About Tamdhu: Tamdhu is owned by Ian MacLeod Distillers, one of Scotland's leading independent family-owned distillers. Tamdhu is 100% matured in the finest Oloroso sherry oak casks from Spain. Tamdhu uses only the best Oloroso sherry seasoned American and European oak casks giving the award-winning single malt its natural, dark amber color, intense richness on the palate and its deep, long finish. Born on the banks of the River Spey in 1897, its quality is also defined by the wisp of peat in its malted barley and the natural Speyside water that is drawn directly from the Tamdhu spring. About Gordon Dundas, International Brand Ambassador for Ian MacLeod Distillers: Gordon has been working in the whisky industry directly for over 17 years. Although initially having been an engineer and then working in the Sport events and hospitality industry, he had always had an interest in the wonderful whisky world. Gordon started working for international title Whisky Magazine in 2003 gaining incredible insights and knowledge of the whisky industry and setting up the famous Whisky Live shows internationally in the US, Asia and Australia. In 2011, Gordon then joined Morrison Bowmore Distillers (and laterally Beam Suntory) as Global Brand Ambassador working in European, Asian and Travel Retail markets. Working on Bowmore, Auchentoshan and Glen Garioch initially then the whole Beam Suntory whisky portfolio. Gordon was honoured to be appointed a Keeper of the Quaich in 2013. In 2017, Gordon joined family owned Ian MacLeod Distillers Ltd (IMD) as International Brand Ambassador. IMD were awarded Whisky Magazine's 2018 Distiller of the Year, and are producers of the award winning Glengoyne, Tamdhu and Smokehead single malt whiskies along with Edinburgh Gin. In 2017 IMD also purchased Rosebank and are currently in the process of re-building this iconic distillery. Gordon's whisky journey is always ongoing and he loves the international travel it brings, the fabulous people around the world enjoying whisky and working with a team of talented people! Tamdhu Whiskey Portfolio Snapshot: Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (SRP: $67.99) - Matured in ex-sherry casks for 12years, this drink holds aromas of cinnamon rolls, orange candy, fresh oak, raisins & traces of mint. The palate offers notes of banana, raspberry jam, malty biscuits & toasted oak, with cinnamon and dried fruit flavors that linger in finish. Tamdhu 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (SRP: $129.99) - Aged in Oloroso Sherry casks, this 15 year old Tamdhu has aromas of apple pie, spiced currants and orange zest. The palate is full of juicy apricots, vibrant raspberries and bitter almonds, before a long finish full of malty biscuits and creamy sherry notes. Gold Medal winner at the 2024 San Francisco International Spirits Competition Tamdhu 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch (SRP: $199.99) - The oldest expression at Tamdhu is fully matured only in Oloroso seasoned Sherry Casks. Both the richness of European Oak and the more subtle American Oak flavors combine with the fruity this very limited edition.

This week on The Whiskey Trip Podcast, Big Chief takes a ride with his great friend  - the Bourbon Baroness, April Weller Cantrell - and explores the basics of whiskey. April and Big Chief discuss different regions around the world and what makes each type of whiskey/whisky so special. They give listeners some history on the water of life as well as discussing terroir. These two old friends have each other laughing the entire episode. The Big Man sips on 65 years of whiskey throughout the show. Sipping on Red Breast 12 year Irish whiskey, Singleton Of Glendullan 18 year Scotch Whisky, Knob Creek 18 year Bourbon Whiskey and Down Home 17 year Rye Whiskey. The Bourbon Baroness sips on The Sassenach Blended Scotch Whisky, W.L. Weller 12 Year Bourbon Whiskey, Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey and a Leiper's Fork single barrel Rye Whiskey. This ride on The Whiskey Trip gives listeners a quick lesson in whiskey and friendship. Cheers!

In this episode, Marlys, Judy and Jon review 3 blended Scotch Whiskies they hadn't tried before and had a good time doing it. Jon discovers why it's important to control laughter while drinking Scotch.

Carin Luna-Ostaseski, Founder of SIA Scotch Whisky, joins the show to talk aboutThe process Carin went through to kickstart the SIA brand, and being the first hispanic woman to found a Scotch brand.The state of the spirits industry and how SIA positions itself and competes with other liquor brands in the beverage category. The "bonsai tree" method of building your company, and the importance of "starting in your own backyard" when launching a brand.

This week on The Whiskey Trip Podcast, Big Chief takes a ride with Ella Parlor, author of the best selling book High Tolerance: The Intoxicating World of Alcohol Marketing. Ella tells listeners of her rise from an 18-year-old pitching energy drinks to becoming a marketing head for two of the largest companies in the alcohol industry. She now has her own successful podcast, consulting agency, and is a best selling author. There's nothing this woman can't do says the Big Man. To represent the brands that Ella worked with Big Chief starts the show with Jameson Irish Whiskey -  making people happy since 1780. They then move on to Jefferson's Ocean-Aged at Sea, Voyage 29 Wheated. You can almost taste the salt of the sea and feel the waves. To start the second half the Big Man cracks open a Bulleit 10 Year Frontier Whiskey - don't think this would have made it 10 years on the frontier. To finish the show a bottle of Jonnie Walker Black Label is pulled out. At 12 years old this can be a beautiful blended Scotch Whisky. This ride on The Whiskey Trip shows Big Chief's fascination with marketing. Cheers!

Welcome back today chat with Emma Crandall, blender at Balcones Whiskey. This was a fantastic talk, and i'm so excited for yall to hear this. Badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3 Z.Smithwhiskeyandmixology IN 2008, BALCONES WAS DRIVEN TO CREATE SOMETHING ORIGINAL AND AUTHENTIC In 2008, Balcones was nothing more than an idea driven by a passion to create something original and authentic, right here in the Heart of Texas. It all started in an old welding shop under a bridge in Waco. For the next year, we replaced the roofing, knocked out walls, laid brick, cut pipes, installed copper pot stills from Portugal, and shoehorned a whisky distillery inside that quaint building. Proud of what we had accomplished on our own, we began distilling in 2009. Our reflection on the sacred trance driven out of a solar eclipse inspires our newest release: Balcones Mirador Eclipse Texas Single Malt. An eclipse is the loss of our sun, yet it signifies new beginnings. We can anticipate an eclipse, but we cannot change it. They are out of our control - exquisite and specific to each moment and each place. This is exactly what we worked to reflect in our newest American Single Malt. TASTING NOTES ON THE NOSE, sun-kissed notes of poised pressed flowers & clover hay are engulfed by mango meringue & pineapple gum drops, while dense notes of almond biscotti and honeydew rind round out the bunch. ON THE PALATE, blush lemon custard & white chocolate raspberry tart neighbor more reserved notes of guava pound cake and prairie sage, before a long and confident finish of dried thyme and honeyed jasmine tea. Whisky Blending What is blending? What is its purpose? A number of distilleries bottle and sell some of the whisky they distil for consumption as single or unblended whiskies. By far the greater part of their production, however, is used for the well-known blended Scotch whiskies that are sold all over the world. Blending whisky is a considerable art acquired only after years of experience. A blend will consist of anything from 15 to 50 different single whiskies, combined in the proportions of a formula that is the secret of the blending company concerned. Whiskies from different distilleries have a character of their own and, just as people of different temperaments are often incompatible, so some whiskies will not blend happily with certain others. The Malts and Grains in a blend must therefore, be chosen to complement and enhance their respective flavours. Blending is in no sense a dilution. The blender's task is to combine different single whiskies, to produce a blend which brings out the best qualities of each of its constituent parts. The aim of the blender is first to produce a whisky of a definite and recognisable character. It is of the greatest importance that their blend should never vary from this standard, which customers all over the world will have come to expect. Their second aim is, therefore, to achieve consistency. The blender must also decide when the different single whiskies are ready to be used in their blend. They are brought from the warehouse where they have been maturing to the blending establishment, where they are mixed together in a blending vat. They are usually returned to cask and left to ‘marry' for a period of months, before bottling. Some companies prefer to vat their Malts and Grains separately and only bring the two together before bottling. The combining of Malt with Malt or Grain with Grain is known as vatting. When was blending introduced? Blending was pioneered by Andrew Usher in Edinburgh in the early 1860s. It was only after this practice became common that a taste for Scotch Whisky spread first to England and then throughout the world.

There's one distillery on Scotland's Isle of Jura, and Jura master whisky maker Dr. Kirstie McCallum joins us from the island this week on WhiskyCast In-Depth. We'll talk about Jura's festival day as part of the Islay Festival of Malt and Music, this year's Festival bottling, and her 25-year-long career in the Scotch Whisky industry. We'll also have details on the week's new releases, tasting notes, and much more!

Many distilleries take great pains to be involved in their surrounding communities, but Scotland's Glen Wyvis Distillery goes to an extreme. That's because many members of the Dingwall community are shareholders in the community distillery, which was built with a crowdfunding campaign. The distillery donates a percentage of its profits each year to grants for local community programs, with a goal of improving life for all of Dingwall's residents. Distillery manager Matthew Farmer joins us on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, Wild Turkey honors Jimmy Russell with its new visitors center, while Scotch Whisky industry leaders are worried about a potential return to tariffs after the U.S. Presidential election. 

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Burnie and Ashley discuss the un-Olympics, channeling Donald Glover, Xmen 97, Scotch Whisky, and staying in the barrel until its time to come out.   Support our podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/morningsomewhereTimestamps00:00 Good Morning00:30 Called Out01:05 More Than Ultimate01:35 Aquatic Paint02:05 Local Whisky03:05 Staying Positive05:55 We Live in a Country06:45 Olympics Are Coming10:30 Whisky Making13:00 Olga Kay14:05 Circus of the Soleil17:35 The 10K Hour Myth18:10 Luke McKay Wisdom19:35 Burnie the Hair Perfomer20:00 Expert Editing21:30 Thanks and Name Trends23:00 X-Men 97 Wins24:20 Daredevil Coming for You25:00 Ashley Was Basically a Caveman26:00 Rumpleteasing and Goodnight

Back-to-Back Beginner Buys?  Yes, please!  The 5th installment of Beginner Buys is a special one. Today the Boys bring you two special treats: A Scotch and an Anejo that fit the bill to be Beginner Buys: available, affordable, and approachable. Matt brings the Dewar's 12 Blended Scotch Whiskey, and Drew brings the Tequila Tapatio Anejo. Typically, a Scotch and an Anejo would be too pricey for a Beginner Buy, but the Boys know how to do this! The QuickSips™ are delicious, and the Boys pick a clear winner.  Which way do you prefer? These bottles are everywhere, and both together are likely less than an 'ole Ben Franklin out the door.  So scoop 'em up, gather your friends, sip, listen, and Make It A Happy Friday™!

While waiting for our fourth member of the podcast to arrive. Zach decides to quiz Liquor Boy and Dylan on the rich history of Scotch Whisky. Do they have the knowledge to pass Zach's quiz, most likely not. Stupid quiz, who actually knows these questions? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eogmp/message

Gareth Morgan has been behind some of the finest whiskies in Scotland. His new challenge is on the West Coast of the South Island.

We live in a time when people often refer to Scotch not only by the brand name but also by the age of the liquid. In executive boardrooms and exclusive gentlemen's clubs, the names of single malts are mentioned with a certain reverence, and a hush will come over the room as a Glenlivit 74-year-old or a Dalmore 45-year-old, as discussed. They are expensive, they are exclusive, and they have given single malt scotch an air of rarity and distinction.But there is one brand that seeks to throw all the trappings of labelling aside and who seeks to challenge the drinker to look to flavour and taste as a benchmark. With Smokehead, the liquid in its bottles is Islay single malts, but distillery names and age classifications are not mentioned. In other words, Smokehead is looking to take you down the road less travelled and presents cask-finished whiskies that have the pedigree but without the labelling. To find out what it all means we talk to Michael Brown, Global Whisky Brand Ambassador for Smokehead's parent company, Ian Macleod Distillers about flavour, smoke and what disrupting scotch whiskey means 

What have you done this week in a car?If you've only been a passenger or a pedestrian, you can live vicariously through the many activities of our hosts.From touring the Cairngorms searching for the "GR Yaris" of Scotch Whisky, to car-spotting on foot with kids through Belgravia on the way to eating some Peking Duck, you should be inspired to do more with cars this week!This and more on episode 57 of the Collecting Addicts podcast!---(00:00) Intro(00:59) This week in cars(23:32) Favourite TV sleuth(37:29) Itches that need scratching(48:27) Home servicing(1:00:43) Funny motorway signs(1:09:27) 2 car garage(1:20:15) Driving tunes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special partnership episode of Scran with the Scotch Whisky Experience. Nestled on Castle Hill, within a stones throw of Edinburgh Castle, the Scotch Whisky Experience has been welcoming visitors from all over the world since the late 80s - a time when the world of whisky was very, very different to what it is now. Rosalind went along to experience this popular tour and speak to some of the people in the know about how it came about, what it has to offer and how it has played a not insignificant role in nurturing much of the talent found in the whisky industry today. Rosalind chats to Angela Dineen, Operations Director about the history of the experience as well as modern undertakings, including the recent investment of £3.5m into a new tour and how it houses one of the world's largest collections of scotch whisky. She also speaks to Michelle Pizzi, Site Director of The North British Distillery and Alex Thomson, Visitor Attraction Manager at The Glenturret Distillery who share their memories of their time working at the Scotch Whisky Experience and how it helped shape their future careers in the industry. They offer some great insight into working in this thriving industry and how the Scotch Whisky Experience has played its part in their careers. If you're interested in opportunities with them, check out their website where you can find more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diageo is staking a claim in the growing American Single Malt category with the new Bulleit American Single Malt. This whiskey's release earlier this month has spawned a lot of questions, and Bulleit master blender Andrew Mackay joins us this week with some answers. In the news, Scotch Whisky exports plummeted in 2023, and major drinks companies are blaming economic headwinds in the U.S. for lagging sales. We'll have the details, along with the story of a British distiller facing extradition to his native Poland after two decades on the run. 

This year's Canadian Whisky Awards produced another surprise winner for the second year in a row. Ontario's Paradigm Spirits won Canadian Whisky of the Year honors, and we'll discuss the state of Canadian Whisky with Davin de Kergommeaux. In the news, U-S craft distillers made gains in 2023 despite economic pressures, while Scotch Whisky's impact on the Scottish economy continues to grow. 

New Year, New Drams baby!!Today, we try the Dalmore Port Wood Reserve. Now, we are not one to say "no" to much, especially a whisky finished in a Tawny Port Cask.What will we rate it?  Tune in and find out!This Episode is sponsored by Sherbrooke Liquor, one of the World's Best Top Bottle Shops.Thank you for listening and remember to drink respectfully!We want to hear from you! Send us an email at dramfineyeg@gmail.com

Cap, Big Mark & Scagz take some time out of our 2024 NYE celebration to review Costco's Kirkland 2024 "Year Of The Dragon" 8 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky ReviewIf you are looking for a premium cigar from Nicaragua go to mypatriotcigars.com and use our Promo Code: DOOMED for 15% off your purchase.Support the showGo to Linktree.com/TwoDoomedMen for all our socials where we continue the conversation in between episodes.

Alex Chasko is an Oregon transplant turned Dublin whiskey maker. He's the master distiller and whiskey maker for Teeling Whiskey Company, and his latest creation is a 33-year-old Irish single malt finished in Pineau des Charentes casks. He'll join us on this holiday edition of WhiskyCast. In the news, European and U-S trade negotiators extend a deal to avoid a return to tariffs on American whiskey exports, while another Scotch Whisky company is building a distillery in China. 

Welcome back to All Things Whiskey Podcast!  We're thrilled to release our 5th annual Best In Class Episode where we feature our favorite whiskies from 2023.  Join Hosts Mike Outcalt and Devin Mitchell as they review our favorite Budget, Bourbon, Rye, Irish, and Scotch whiskies from this year.  We open up a conversation around the state of whiskey, dive deep into why we picked these whiskies, and of course, pick a coveted Whiskey of the Year!  Be sure to follow us on Instagram @allthingswhiskeypodcast because we will feature each whiskey immediately after the initial launch of this episode.  Have a wonderful Holiday season from all of us at All Things Whiskey Podcast.  Cheers and keep drinkin' tasty whiskies!Support the show

While Rory was working his way through his undergraduate degree in Applied Psychology BSc. He developed a keen interest in the marketing aspects of the drinks industry, specifically single malt whisky. This interest grew from working within a prestigious whisky bar in the heart of Scotland's capital for several years. This allowed Rory to gain unparalleled exposure to some of the most renowned figures and innovators in the whisky industry. Coupled with this exposure and natural interest, he soon developed a passion that led him to undertake his Master's in Marketing. Since then Rory has focused much of his efforts on becoming engrossed in the marketing strategies of luxurious consumables, with a personal enthusiasm for the international whisky industry.

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Ardbeg's national brand ambassador Cameron George has a lush career in Seattle's hospitality industry. The transition from agave to Scotch whiskey was all so natural given a childhood connection with the country. With a focus on intellect, inclusion, and exploration of one's self, Cameron remains a mentor and positive influence on the world of whisky. We chat lyrics, journaling, the rock of Islay, and more.

Whisky heißt "Wasser des Lebens". Das Wort stammt aus dem Gälischen. Besonders berühmt ist "Scotch": Whisky aus Schottland. Wir würdigen ihn. Und bleiben vernünftig, denn was Essbares gibt's auch dazu. Von Helmut Gote ;Uwe Schulz.

With more than 30 years' experience in the whisky industry, Dr Rachel Barrie was the first female Scotch whisky Master Blender inducted into Whisky Magazine's illustrious ‘Hall of Fame'.Also known as the 'First Lady of Scotch', Rachel studied chemistry before landing a job as research scientist at the Scotch Whisky Research Institute.She then moved into production at The Glenmorangie Company, becoming Master Blender in 2003.During that time Rachel also managed the stocks for the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, before moving to Morrison Bowmore Distillers with Bowmore, Auchentoshan and Glen Garioch, and subsequently working with Laphroaig and Ardmore. Since 2017, Rachel has been Master Blender for Brown Forman's Single Malt portfolio, comprising Glendronach, Benriach and Glenglassaugh – distilleries we previously explored on this podcast with global brand ambassador Stewart Buchanan in 2022.I'm excited to share this fascinating interview with Rachel that I recorded when she was in Sydney recently.Click here to open episode in your podcast player.

Five years. Three seasons. Twenty-four episodes. And a whole lot of “Hmms.” It's hard to overstate the impact Henry Cavill has had on The Witcher and the role of Geralt of Rivia, which makes his departure from the series difficult for so many of its fans. But rather than being sad that he's leaving, we're celebrating his time on the Continent with a special tribute episode! Tim and Valerie discuss the role Cavill had in their fandom of the show, share some of our favorite moments featuring his Geralt and read a few tributes written by listeners. And since we can't rightly toast him without a good whiskey, we uncork a bottle of Aberfeldy 12-Year Single Malt for Cavill…and a bottle of Aberfeldy Napa Valley Red Wine Cask 15-Year Single Malt for Liam Hemsworth, the man who will be replacing him.

We'll have a double feature on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth, as Diageo's Dr. Stuart Morrison joins us to detail this year's Special Releases series - including a Lagavulin finished in tequila casks - and Donnis Todd of Texas's Garrison Brothers Distillery gives us a preview of this year's Cowboy Bourbon. It's an uncut, unfiltered whopper of a Bourbon at 70.45% ABV! In the news, the TTB avoids being caught up in a U.S. government shutdown after Congress passed a short-term budget extension. Kentucky regulators want to shut down two of the state's biggest buyers and sellers of vintage spirits over liquor law violations, and Scotch Whisky tourism has recovered from the pandemic. 

H Healer and clairvoyant John Cain stood in the local civic hall with his hands on a patient, a cigarette hanging out of his mouth and a bottle of whiskey nearby. As you can imagine, he was not typical of many involved in the spiritualist movement, whose attitude at times can tend towards holier than thou. Cain was born in 1931 in the village of Eastham, Merseyside, near Liverpool. During his national service in the Army he was a physical training instructor, and he was also a boxer and black belt in Judo. In 1956 he started his own business as a blacksmith and he became incredibly successful, employing thirty people and driving a Rolls Royce; but he would soon give it all up to devote himself to giving spiritual healing for free to anyone in need. One day, he'd been sitting in the pub with his wife, as he did most evenings, when he noticed he could see something out of the corner of his eye that looked like shimmering mist. Instinctively, he believed this had to be some kind of ‘energy,' and he felt suddenly inclined to place his hands on a nearby person in the pub who he felt was in need of healing. As he did so, the person's pain, that they'd been feeling for a long while, suddenly disappeared. Cain is interviewed on an old radio show called ‘Beyond Belief' for Radio Merseyside, and presenter Kieran Devay says, “Cain smokes up to 50 cigarette a day, swears like a trooper, and is more than partial to Scotch Whisky. He works twelve hours a day, seven days a week. His wife Audrey acts as his secretary, dealing with the hundreds of letters he receives each week asking for his help.” Cain says, “Going back to when I was about five years old my mother suffered with migraines. I just used to rub her temples and the pain would disappear.  At the age of 14 I joined a boxing club. Later on, I practiced Judo for 25 years.” When members of his sports clubs would suffer sprains or other injuries, Cain found he could take away the pain by massaging and manipulating the injured areas of the body. “I found I could take the pain away – but didn't realise it was the gift of healing.” Cain says he was brought up in the Church of England but as a young man, his interest turned to Spiritualism and what spiritualists call a development circle, where people attempt to make communication with the dead. However, Cain didn't last long in the circle at his local spiritualist church, for understandable reasons; “We sat in the silence for an hour, and then you say what happened in that hour. Well, the lady sitting opposite me said, “You'll never believe whose been with me tonight John.” I said, “Well, go on, try me.” She said, “Well, I've had Long John Silver with me, and we've been walking for hours along the beach.” So, I said to her, “Did he tell you where the treasure's buried?” She said, “No,” so I said, “Well, let's go back into the silence, find out where he buried the treasure, and we'll all go and have a bloody good holiday in the Bahamas.” Then the lady sitting next to her said, “Isn't that funny Nancy, I've had his parrot sitting on my shoulder all night.” Well, I thought to myself, this is the time you bail out John!” After such nonsense, Cain decided he would leave the circle that night, but when he went back the following week to tell them this, one of the ladies in the group became upset and asked him how she would get her healing if he left the group. Cain didn't understand what she meant and so she explained that since he'd been attending the circle, her back pain had vanished. Then another lady in the group chipped in, telling Cain that she was in a lot of pain that evening and would he be kind enough to put his hands on her. Cain did as she asked, and her pain vanished. This was before Cain had become a healer, and he couldn't understand how this could be happening. At the same time, his daughter was suffering with a huge number of warts on one of her legs. “Not just a couple of warts, they were like fish scales,” said his wife.

There's a lot of data behind the whiskies we enjoy, and analyzing that data can give us some insights into the health of the whisky industry. Martin Purvis and Duncan McFadzean examine whisky data for their Commercial Spirits Intelligence newsletter, and concluded that last week's Scotch Whisky export numbers aren't as bad as they might appear on face value. We'll talk with Martin Purvis about the analysis on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, we have details on this year's crop of annual releases from Four Roses, Heaven Hill, and Old Forester, along with the rest of the week's new releases. We'll also have our Community segment and explain in Behind the Label why you can't get a Kentucky Bourbon Trail passport stamped at one of the Commonwealth's most popular distilleries.

Valuations for rare whiskies have started to slow down after being one of the best performing alternative investments over the last ten years. The latest Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index shows a four percent decline year-over-year in the value of the rare whiskies that make up the index. Is this the start of a trend? We'll ask rare whisky consultant Andy Simpson, who helps compile the index for Rare Whisky 101. In the news, Scotch Whisky exports fell during the first six months of 2023 compared to last year, with a sharp 20 percent decrease in volume. Irish whiskey exports rose during 2022, according to a new report released this week, and Hedley Wright, the longtime chairman of Springbank owner J&A Mitchell Co. Ltd. passed away this month at the age of 92.

The 128-year-old family-owned independent bottler stunned the whisky world this week with news that it will stop sourcing new make spirit from other distillers starting next year. Instead, Gordon & MacPhail will focus on single malts from its two distilleries, Benromach and The Cairn in the future. With decades of maturing whisky on hand, the change won't be felt for at least 12 to 15 years and Gordon & MacPhail will continue bottling older whiskies for decades to come. We'll discuss the change in philosophy with G&M managing director Ewen Mackintosh on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. On Behind the Label, we'll celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Excise Act of 1823, which directly led to today's Scotch Whisky industry, and we'll have tasting notes for whiskies from Bunnahabhain, Lost Lantern, and Dràm Mòr, too.

The Scotch Whisky Experience on Edinburgh's Royal Mile celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, and this week launches an all-new multimedia tour highlighting the production of Scotch Whisky. We'll talk with CEO Susan Morrison on this week's WhiskyCast In-Depth. In the news, unique one of a kind whiskies are going on the auction block for charity this October, Bruichladdich cuts its carbon footprint with a new recycled glass bottle for the Classic Laddie, and The Dead Rabbit's expansion plans took two big steps this week. We'll have the rest of the week's whisky news, tasting notes, and more!

The Scotch Whisky industry is roaring along, setting new records for sales every year as the global demand for whisky continues to grow. The last "golden age" for Scotch Whisky is generally considered to be the late 1800's, when distilleries flourished all over Scotland. That begs the question: are we in a new golden age for Scotch Whisky? Veteran whisky writers, historians, and consultants Charles Maclean and Ian Buxton take on that question and other key issues in an extended WhiskyCast In-Depth conversation this week. In the news, a Pacific Northwest malting house has left distilleries and brewers in the lurch after suddenly closing this week, while Speyside Distillers is being questioned about the location of casks sold to investors more than 20 years ago.