In this high-octane episode Mitch and Daz dive into a whirlwind of stories. Daz shares his dramatic tale of catching a thief mid-haircut, and the guys discuss the hyped launch of Bowmore's ARC 54 with Aston Martin. They also bring you the latest buzz: Highland Park's bold new video, a Glenturret distillery break-in, and Buffalo Trace's flood woes.

Plus, they chat about the new Indian Malt Association and Europe's rye whiskey dilemma. With live tastings and events on deck, this episode is packed with whisky wisdom, laughs, and a sprinkle of chaos.

00:00 A Haircut Drama and a Car Thief

01:39 Welcome to the Finest Whiskey Podcast

02:58 Catching Up on Recent Events

05:02 The Aston Martin Collaboration

13:33 Highland Park's New Video

17:45 Glen Tart Distillery and Recent Criminal Activity

18:45 Glasgow Distillery's 10-Year Milestone

19:46 Buffalo Trace Distillery Flood

21:19 Indian Malt Association Formation

23:48 EU Agreement on Rye Whiskey Lapses

27:59 Whiskey Matured Under Loch Ness

29:22 Jackie Leaves Ardberg

31:34 Upcoming Spirit of Speyside Tastings

34:51 Easter Egg Favorites and Farewell

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Hot off the press, Daz interviews Mitch and Craig celebrate the launch of their new whisky brand, Turas Mor. They discuss their journey from conception to delivery, including virtual tastings, creative design processes, and the retreat where they introduced the whisky to 20 people and they crafted a unique 12-year-old Mortlach finished in sherry octaves. The first release sold out almost immediately, and they share their excitement and plans for future releases while reflecting on the hard work and fun moments along the way.

See the full video of how it was made and more details at the website HERE

00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter

00:33 Whisky Brand Launch

01:09 The Story Behind the Brand

02:49 Naming the Whisky

04:15 Craig's Whisky Journey

05:40 First Release Details

06:37 Collaboration with Greg Arco

09:52 Challenges and Successes

15:18 Building the Perfect Whiskey Space

15:28 The Journey to Unveiling the Whiskey

15:35 Creating Our Own Whiskey

15:49 The Magic of Octaves in Whiskey

16:33 The Retreat Experience

17:02 Future Whiskey Adventures

17:33 Expanding Beyond Scotch

18:13 The Excitement of Selling Out

21:03 The Creative Process Behind the Bottle

22:36 The Retreat's Grand Finale

23:59 Feedback and Future Plans

27:09 Editing the Journey Video

28:04 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps

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In this riveting episode of Not Another Whisky Podcast, Mitch and Daz dive into the shocking world of whisky fraud, spurred by a recent BBC documentary, Whisky Bandits.

They welcome the insightful Philippe Schreiber, an industry insider and journalist, to unpack the magnitude of the problem, revealing the shady practices of certain whisky cask trading companies. The discussion touches on the repercussions for unsuspecting investors, the importance of due diligence, and the potential long-term damage to the integrity of the whisky industry. Interwoven with humor and candid opinions, this episode is both a wake-up call and a tribute to the value of enjoying whisky for what it is—a delicious social glue. Don't miss the epic takedown of these rogue traders and the heartfelt advice on navigating the whisky world.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

00:52 BBC's Whisky Fraud Bombshell

01:58 Introducing Philippe Schreiber

03:20 Felipes Insights on Whisky Fraud

04:08 The Scale of the Problem

08:38 Regulation and Enforcement Issues

14:15 Advice for Whisky Enthusiasts

18:34 The Social Power of Whisky

19:52 The Evolution of Whisky Scams

20:06 Personal Encounters with Scammers

20:58 Industry's Role and Responsibility

21:48 The BBC Documentary Insight

22:21 The Hot Potato Scheme

23:53 Impact on Victims

24:50 Reflections on the Documentary

25:28 Advice for Whisky Investors

29:20 The Importance of Due Diligence

33:57 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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