THE FUTURE OF WHISKY PART 1 WITH IAN MILLAR

02/23/25 • 40 min

The first in our 'Future of Whisky' Series where we welcome back Ian Millar, a veteran of the whisky industry with extensive experience at Diageo, William Grant & Sons, and as the Global Ambassador for Glenfiddich. They delve into the current downturn in the whisky market, comparing it to historical downturns from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Ian discusses trends, including the shift towards blended whiskies due to economic constraints, the impact of new distilleries, and the influence of health-conscious younger generations on whisky consumption. They explore significant innovations in the production process, the rise of global whisky distilleries, and the challenges and opportunities the industry faces today. Ian also touches on the importance of heritage, the potential benefits of a downturn, and his vision for the industry's future.

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Casks & Cupid: February Catch-Up

A romantic February catch up.

Mitch and Daz kick off with a personal story about catching someone keying a car and segue into the latest whisky news. They discuss a new visitor center by Loch Lomond, a distillery opening in Aberdeen, and Holyrood's latest peated release.

We also delve into the impact of tariffs on Scotch whisky, Harrison Ford's humorous Glenmorangie ads. Additionally, they announce an upcoming series on 'The Future of Whisky,' featuring industry heavyweights like Ian Miller, Brendan McCarran, and Ken Greer. Daryl concludes with a fun fact about his world record for hosting the largest Burns Supper,you dont want to miss this one!

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THE FUTURE OF WHISKY PART 2 - BRENDAN MCCARRON TALKING DISTILLERY GROWTH AND FUTURE IMPACT

In our second installment of our 'Future of Whisky' series, we welcome back Brendan McCarron, an industry veteran with extensive experience in managing and consulting for renowned distilleries. We delve into the surge of new distilleries and their impact on the market. Brendan shares his thoughts on the increasing interest and hype around whisky, the challenges faced by small craft distilleries, and the importance of sustainability in whisky production. Additionally, Brendan provides insights into what new distilleries should focus on to differentiate themselves and succeed in a competitive market. Tune in for an in-depth discussion with valuable perspectives from one of the industry's most respected voices.

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