Not Another Whisky Podcast

• SEPTEMBER CATCH AND A CHAT WITH GLENCAIRN CRYSTAL

  In this week’s banter-fuelled episode of Not Another Whisky Podcast, Mitch Bechard and Daz Haldane take you on a whirlwind journey through whisky news, wild tangents, and plenty of laughs.The chat kicks off with an unexpected detour into the world of airline pilots (blame Charlie Sheen’s new Netflix show), before the lads swap stories from their recent whisky escapades. Mitch shares tales from his whirlwind whisky tours across Scotland, while Daz reflects on highlights from Distillers One of One and his induction into the prestigious Keepers of the Quaich.From there, it’s a rapid-fire run through some of the hottest updates in whisky right now:The reopening of the historic Coleburn DistilleryGlencairn’s 25th anniversary and what it means for the iconic glassBilly Walker’s latest GlenAllachie releasesCharlie MacLean’s sons’ heroic Pacific row, raising £1 million for charitySarah Burgess’s new role at International BeverageAnd to round things off, the guys give a proper nod to Glencairn’s legacy in whisky drinking—with a few hilarious stories from their chat with Sales Manager Darren McGinn.This episode’s got a dram for everyone.00:00 Pilot Dreams and Airline Responsibilities00:51 Netflix and TV Show Recommendations01:45 Welcome to the Podcast03:00 Whisky Adventures and Busy Schedules03:54 Distillery Visits and Upcoming Events07:05 Johnnie Walker Partnership and Celebrity News09:09 Rowing Across Oceans for Charity13:10 Ardbeg Hotel Opens in Islay14:58 Coleburn Distillery Plans17:58 Sarah Burgess' New Role19:34 GlenCairns 25th Anniversary35:28 Billy Walker's GlenAllachie Release38:37 Whisky and Cigar Stories40:09 Final ThoughtsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/not-another-whisky-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• IS THIS A DAVE BROOM I SEE BEFORE ME?

  A CHAT WITH DAVE BROOM & OLIVER CHILTON ABOUT THE MACBETH SERIESSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/not-another-whisky-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• BEHIND THE SCENES OF DISTILLERS ONE OF ONE, A WHISKY AUCTION WITH PURPOSE

  In this episode Mitch & Daz explore the Distillers One of One event, a biennial charity auction that has raised over £4.3 million since 2021 for Scotland's Youth Action Fund. The special guest, Beanie Espy, Managing Director of Distillers Ventures Limited, delves into her role and the complexities of organizing such an immense undertaking. Highlights include a sneak peek at the exclusive one-off whisky bottles to be auctioned, such as the Laphroaig 40 capsule and Port Ellen Prism. Beanie also discusses the philanthropic impact of the event and shares inspiring stories of young people whose lives have been transformed by the funds raised. Alongside logistical tales.https://www.distillersoneofone.com/00:00 Welcome to the Distillers One of One Event00:33 Meet Beanie Espy: The Heart of the Auction01:08 Record-Breaking Whiskeys of 202302:42 The Role of Managing Director: Beanie's Journey03:57 The Complexity and Success of the Auction12:37 The Impact of the Youth Action Fund18:39 Looking Forward: Future Auctions and Goals20:32 The Excitement of the Live Auction23:01 Event Overview and Global Participation23:18 London Watch Party and Other Live Streams24:43 Discussion on La Freud 40 Capsule25:19 Details of the La Freud 40-Year-Old Whiskey27:15 Auction Preparations and Tastings29:03 Interest and Conversations Around the Auction37:40 Sotheby's Exhibition and Public Viewing39:20 Charitable Impact and Industry Collaboration42:56 Final Thoughts and Closing RemarksSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/not-another-whisky-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Inside InchDairnie: A Chat with Scott Sneddon

  This week Mitch sits down with Scott Sneddon, Managing Director (Distilling) at InchDairnie Distillery in Fife, for a deep dive into one of Scotland’s most innovative whisky makers.They chat about RyeLaw, InchDairnie’s bold rye whisky, and the newly released KinGlassie 8-year-old single malts. Expect plenty of geekery along the way – from hammer mills to mash filters – as Scott lifts the lid on what makes InchDairnie tick.Daz also makes a brief appearance (well, sort of… let’s just say his Wi-Fi didn’t get the memo).If you’re into Scotch whisky innovation, rye whisky experiments, and the future of single malt from Fife, this one’s for you.Find out more about InchDairnie DistillerySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/not-another-whisky-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• SUMMER CATCH UP WITH MITCH & DAZ

  Mitch & Daz reunite after a long break, joking about their beards and upcoming haircuts. They delve into recent whisky experiences, including rare tastings in London, distillery visits, and notable birthdays. They chat on the news including - oldest single malt release, changes in personnel at major distilleries, and adventurous charity rows across the Pacific with the Maclean Brothers. Additionally, the episode features an chat with Fraser Morrison and his participation in the 'Easiest Whisky Quiz in the World,' along with discussions on upcoming whisky-related events and personal anecdotes from recent travels.00:00 Catching Up After a Long Break00:53 Whiskey Tastings and London Adventures01:45 Birthday Celebrations and Distillery Visits10:45 Camping Trips and West Coast Travels15:56 Introducing Fraser Morrison and the Easiest Whiskey Quiz19:16 Whiskey Quiz Challenge20:49 Fraser's High Score and Leaderboard Announcement21:51 Whiskey Market Updates22:52 Oldest Single Malt Whiskey Release26:35 Highland Park Distillery News28:54 Raasay Distillery Expansion33:12 McLean Brothers' Pacific Row and Charity Whiskey38:14 Edinburgh Fringe and Whiskey Events40:44 Upcoming Episodes and FarewellSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/not-another-whisky-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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