Our annual podcast with Dr. Don Livermore, Master Blender of Hiram-Walker, takes us through the new Canadian whisky releases for 2020 and beyond. We discuss the barrel maturation process, the youthfulness of rye, and get caught-up on how much the whisky industry has changed during these times. Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram  Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram  Buy Mark’s book - The Whisky Cabinet The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Our annual podcast with Dr. Don Livermore, Master Blender of Hiram-Walker, takes us through the new Canadian whisky releases for 2020 and beyond. We discuss the barrel maturation process, the youthfulness of rye, and get caught-up on how much the whisky industry has changed during these times. Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Buy Mark’s book - <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

The Uniqueness of Canadian Rye with Dr. Don

Will Schragis of Barrell Craft Spirits joins us to talk about the latest offerings from Barrell including their rye, bourbon, and their journey into other spirits Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content  here.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Will Schragis of Barrell Craft Spirits joins us to talk about the latest offerings from Barrell including their rye, bourbon, and their journey into other spirits Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/whisky-topic-143-32588177?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=postshare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

160: Barrell Craft Spirits Latest Offerings

David Jennings (Rare Bird 101) talks to us about his love of Wild Turkey Distillery, his upcoming book, and the best Wild Turkey stories. We breifly cover the history of the distillery, the brand, and the undeniable influence of Jimmy Russell. Pre-order David’s  book. You can find David on Instagram, Twitter, and read his latest reviews. Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content  here.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

David Jennings (Rare Bird 101) talks to us about his love of Wild Turkey Distillery, his upcoming book, and the best Wild Turkey stories. We breifly cover the history of the distillery, the brand, and the undeniable influence of Jimmy Russell. Pre-order David’s <a href="https://mascotbooks.com/mascot-marketplace/buy-books/nonfiction/coffee-table/american-spirit-wild-turkey-bourbon-from-ripy-to-russell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> book</a>. You can find David on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rarebird101/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/RBird101" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and read his latest <a href="https://wildturkeybook.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">reviews</a>. Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/whisky-topic-143-32588177?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=postshare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

159: Talking Turkey with Rare Bird 101! 

Jamie and Mark are joined by Josh Peters (The Whiskey Jug). We cover everything from whisky stones, finished Bourbons, to smoked sheep dung whisky. Gimmick or innovation? Our panel decides! Read Josh’s latest reviews on The Whiskey Jug. Articles mentioned in this podcast: What’s a Whisky Sommelier Part 1  What’s a Whisky Sommelier Part 2 Reddit’s  thoughts. Follow Jamie on Twitter and InstagramFollow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content  here.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Jamie and Mark are joined by Josh Peters (The Whiskey Jug). We cover everything from whisky stones, finished Bourbons, to smoked sheep dung whisky. Gimmick or innovation? Our panel decides! Read Josh’s latest reviews on <a href="https://thewhiskeyjug.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whiskey Jug</a>. Articles mentioned in this podcast: <a href="https://thewhiskeyjug.com/whiskey/what-is-a-whiskey-sommelier/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What’s a Whisky Sommelier Part 1</a> <a href="https://thewhiskeyjug.com/whiskey/whiskey-sommelier-certification-more-to-think-about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> What’s a Whisky Sommelier Part 2</a> Reddit’s <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/WhiskeyTribe/comments/ahspjt/daniels_rebuttal_to_the_whiskey_jug_article/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> thoughts</a>. Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/whisky-topic-143-32588177?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=postshare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

158: Bourbon Gimmicks vs Innovations with The Whiskey Jug

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. Whisky is one of the more complex drinks in the world. We bring on Chef Matt Jones to talk about the three main elements to use whisky—pairing whisky with food, infusing whisky with ingredients, and cooking with whisky. Unlike wine pairings, which look for similarities, with whisky it’s all about finding the right contract. Scotches enjoyed on the podcast include  Johnnie Walker Black Label, and  Talisker 10. Full recipes mentioned on the podcast are available on  whisky.buzz. Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. Whisky is one of the more complex drinks in the world. We bring on Chef Matt Jones to talk about the three main elements to use whisky—pairing whisky with food, infusing whisky with ingredients, and cooking with whisky. Unlike wine pairings, which look for similarities, with whisky it’s all about finding the right contract. Scotches enjoyed on the podcast include <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/red-label/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Black Label</a>, and <a href="https://www.malts.com/en-ca/our-whisky-collection/talisker/talisker-10-years-old/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Talisker 10</a>. Full recipes mentioned on the podcast are available on <a href="https://whisky.buzz/blog/five-favourite-whisky-enhanced-cooking-recipes-with-matt-jones" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> whisky.buzz.</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

The Whisky Topic Episode 7: Infuse, Pair, and Cook with Whisky

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. Whisky and cocktail culture have a long and wonderful relationship. They evolved together. We specifically look at the last few decades of cocktail culture and the innovative cocktails that you can make at home. Whiskies we enjoyed on the podcast include  Johnnie Walker Red Label,  Johnnie Walker Black Label, and  Talisker 10. Also mentioned, the Johnnie Walker Highball recipe. Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. Whisky and cocktail culture have a long and wonderful relationship. They evolved together. We specifically look at the last few decades of cocktail culture and the innovative cocktails that you can make at home. Whiskies we enjoyed on the podcast include <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/red-label/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Red Label</a>, <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/red-label/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Black Label</a>, and <a href="https://www.malts.com/en-ca/our-whisky-collection/talisker/talisker-10-years-old/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Talisker 10</a>. Also mentioned, the <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/whisky-cocktails/highball/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Johnnie Walker Highball recipe</a>. Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

The Whisky Topic Bonus Episode 6: Become a Better Home Bartender

Raj Sabharwal joins Mark and Jamie to tell his story of how he discovered delicious Indian Single Malts from Amrut. He’s since started the import spirits company, Glass Revolutions, and brings in a unique range of spirit products from India, Scotland, Australia, and the Caribbean. Sign up for Raj’s newsletter. Follow Raj on twitter. Follow Jamie on Twitter and InstagramFollow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content  here.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Raj Sabharwal joins Mark and Jamie to tell his story of how he discovered delicious Indian Single Malts from Amrut. He’s since started the import spirits company, Glass Revolutions, and brings in a unique range of spirit products from India, Scotland, Australia, and the Caribbean. Sign up for Raj’s <a href="https://www.glassrev.com/newsletter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter</a>. Follow Raj on <a href="https://twitter.com/Whiskyraj" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitter</a>. Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/whisky-topic-143-32588177?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=postshare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

155: Our Favourite Indian Single Malts with Raj

Johnnie Walker

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. In this episode we go through the exclusive range of Johnnie Walker scotches, starting with the eighteen year old, and ending with the ghost and rare series that celebrated new world and old world whiskies coming together. Whiskies tasted include  Johnnie Walker 18,  Johnnie Walker Blue,  Johnnie Walker King George V, and  Johnnie Walker Ghost and Rare.  Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. In this episode we go through the exclusive range of Johnnie Walker scotches, starting with the eighteen year old, and ending with the ghost and rare series that celebrated new world and old world whiskies coming together. Whiskies tasted include <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/aged-18-years/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker 18</a>, <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/blue-label/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Blue</a>, <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-us/our-whisky/john-walker-and-sons/king-george-v/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker King George V</a>, and <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/limited-edition-whiskies/blue-label-ghost-and-rare/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Ghost and Rare</a>.  Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

The Whisky Topic Bonus Episode 5: Johnnie Walker Exclusive Range Tasting

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. In this episode we go through a range of single malt scotches sold by Diageo, and we discuss the subtle nature of tasting whisky. We discuss drinking whisky on ice, adding water, and glassware and how all these elements can change the flavour of whisky. On this episode we taste  Dalwhinnie 15,  Mortlach 12,  Cardhu 12,  Johnnie Walker Green, and  Johnnie Walker Black. We also discuss how Diageo is the only company to offer complete list of nutritional information for their products through DRINKiQ. Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

This bonus episode has been brought to you by Johnnie Walker. In this episode we go through a range of single malt scotches sold by Diageo, and we discuss the subtle nature of tasting whisky. We discuss drinking whisky on ice, adding water, and glassware and how all these elements can change the flavour of whisky. On this episode we taste <a href="https://www.diageobaracademy.com/en_zz/know-your-liquid/our-brands/single-malts/dalwhinnie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Dalwhinnie 15</a>, <a href="https://www.malts.com/en-ca/our-whisky-collection/mortlach/mortlach-12-years-old/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Mortlach 12</a>, <a href="https://www.malts.com/en-gb/our-whisky-brands/cardhu/cardhu-12-years-old/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Cardhu 12</a>, <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/green-label/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Green</a>, and <a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-ca/our-whisky/johnnie-walker-colours/black-label/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Johnnie Walker Black</a>. We also discuss how Diageo is the only company to offer complete list of nutritional information for their products through <a href="https://www.drinkiq.com/en-gb/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DRINKiQ</a>. Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Thank you to Diageo and the Johnnie Walker team for sponsoring this episode!

The Whisky Topic Bonus Episode 4: How to Drink Better Scotch Whisky

Neil Giraldo

Five time Grammy Awards winner, Neil Giraldo, joins us on the podcast to talk about music, bourbon, and how making both are related. We also talk about Steel Bending Spirits, and their first line of bourbons bottled under the label of Three Chord Bourbon. Follow Three Chord Bourbon on Instagram Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content  here.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Five time Grammy Awards winner, Neil Giraldo, joins us on the podcast to talk about music, bourbon, and how making both are related. We also talk about Steel Bending Spirits, and their first line of bourbons bottled under the label of Three Chord Bourbon. Follow <a href="https://threechordbourbon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Three Chord Bourbon</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/threechordbourbon/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/whisky-topic-143-32588177?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=postshare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

152:  Three Chord Bourbon with Neil Giraldo 

The Whisky Topic is a weekly podcast hosted by Mark Bylok, author of The Whisky Cabinet, and Jamie Johnson, who runs private (but approachable!) bourbon club here in Toronto Canada.

Great show

Very informative, great flow to the topics, love listening. Live their reviews and recommendations

Awesome info

The Whisky Topic

Marcio Ramos

Marcio Ramos, Brand Ambassador for Bowmore and Laphroaig, comes to the Whisky Topic to share rare whiskies from both distilleries. We offer tricks and tips to how to get these rare whiskies at whisky trade shows and events!  Marcio’s Instagram  Marcio’s The Whisky Topic t-shirt photo BourbonGents The Caledonian Friends of Laphroaig  The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Marcio Ramos, Brand Ambassador for Bowmore and Laphroaig, comes to the Whisky Topic to share rare whiskies from both distilleries. We offer tricks and tips to how to get these rare whiskies at whisky trade shows and events!  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/marcior_ba/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Marcio’s Instagram </a> Marcio’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BFzjA65yc5W/?taken-by=marcior_ba" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Topic t-shirt photo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbongents" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BourbonGents</a> <a href="http://thecaledonian.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Caledonian</a> <a href="https://www.laphroaig.com/friends" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Friends of Laphroaig </a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

81: Bowmore & Laphroaig Single Malt Scotch with Marcio Ramos!

Freddie Johnson

Mark brings the podcast on the road to Kentucky, where he interviews Freddie Johnson in an old warehouse on the Buffalo Trace property. Freddie is the third generation of his family to work on these grounds, and he talks to his family’s history. Also, ghosts, Pappy, and the Bourbon Pompeii. You can visit Freddie when on tour at the Buffalo Trace Distillery! Just be sure to book the tour in advance. 

Mark brings the podcast on the road to Kentucky, where he interviews Freddie Johnson in an old warehouse on the Buffalo Trace property. Freddie is the third generation of his family to work on these grounds, and he talks to his family’s history. Also, ghosts, Pappy, and the Bourbon Pompeii. You can visit Freddie when on tour at the Buffalo Trace Distillery! Just be sure to book the tour in advance.

93: Freddie Johnson talks ghosts, history, and the Bourbon Pompeii

Jamie Johnson

Whisky Brand Ambassadors carry the heart and passion of the distillery out to their local scene. This week Jamie Johnson, of The Balvenie Distillery, talks about her experience of going to Scotland and becoming a brand ambassador for the distillery. We also mention green beer, boy bands, and tips for St. Patrick’s Day!  Links mentioned:  Join the contest to pick a topic by buying Mark’s Book and posting it on Instagram with the hashtag #TheWhiskyCabinet Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Whisky Brand Ambassadors carry the heart and passion of the distillery out to their local scene. This week Jamie Johnson, of The Balvenie Distillery, talks about her experience of going to Scotland and becoming a brand ambassador for the distillery. We also mention green beer, boy bands, and tips for St. Patrick’s Day!  Links mentioned:  Join the contest to pick a topic by buying <a href="http://thewhiskycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mark’s Book</a> and posting it on Instagram with the hashtag <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/thewhiskycabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">#TheWhiskyCabinet</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

88: The Making of the Brand Ambassador with Jamie Johnson

Reddit has a community of over 50,000 people that love whisky. Mark and Jamie are clueless. TOModera is a long time reddit user that has over 1000 whisky reviews posted primarily on Reddit. He talks about reddit, whisky reviews, and some of the great stories behind his favourite whiskies.  TOModera Whisky Reviews Toronto Whisky Society https://www.reddit.com/r/Whiskyporn/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Scotch/ https://www.reddit.com/r/bourbon/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Whiskyporn/ Follow Tom on Twitter and Instagram Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Reddit has a community of over 50,000 people that love whisky. Mark and Jamie are clueless. TOModera is a long time reddit user that has over 1000 whisky reviews posted primarily on Reddit. He talks about reddit, whisky reviews, and some of the great stories behind his favourite whiskies.  <a href="https://tomoderawhisky.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOModera Whisky Reviews</a> <a href="https://torontowhiskysociety.ca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Toronto Whisky Society</a> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Whiskyporn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.reddit.com/r/Whiskyporn/</a> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Scotch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.reddit.com/r/Scotch/</a> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/bourbon/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.reddit.com/r/bourbon/</a> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Whiskyporn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.reddit.com/r/Whiskyporn/</a> Follow Tom on <a href="https://twitter.com/tomodera82" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tomoderawhisky/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

98: Famed (infamous?) Reddit Whisky Reviewer TOModera Answers Questions On WhiskIT

Cam Millar of Highland Park and Glenrothes joins Jamie and Mark on the podcast. In the spirit of the holidays, we have a competition. Mark reads out tasting notes, and Jamie and Cam battle out for which whisky was described in that particular way. Someone wins! There is a promise of a prize.  This episode is available on  YouTube Follow Cam on Instagram Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Get Mark’s book: The Whisky Cabinet Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content  here.  Relevant whisky reviews on whisky.buzz:   The Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old Review  The Balvenie Week of Peat Review  The Balvenie A Day of Dark Barley Review Tasting notes covered in the podcast:   Edinburgh Whisky Blog - Glenrothes Collection   Whisky Notes - Glenrothes Whisky Maker’s  Connosr.com MarkJedi1 - Highland Park Twisted Tattoo Whisky Saga - Highland Park Valfather   Scotch Noob - The Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel  Modern Thirst - The Balvenie Week of Peat  The Whiskey Jug - The Balvenie Week of Peat  Scotch Whisky - The Balvenie Dark Day of Barley This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Cam Millar of Highland Park and Glenrothes joins Jamie and Mark on the podcast. In the spirit of the holidays, we have a competition. Mark reads out tasting notes, and Jamie and Cam battle out for which whisky was described in that particular way. Someone wins! There is a promise of a prize.  This episode is available on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo0MDoIYmUM8ptfIra8hwBw?view_as=subscriber" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> YouTube</a> Follow Cam on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cambassador/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Get Mark’s book: <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s patron exclusive content <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/whisky-topic-143-32588177?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_campaign=postshare" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here</a>.  Relevant whisky reviews on whisky.buzz:  <a href="http://whisky.buzz/blog/the-balvenie-single-barrel-12-year-old-first-fill-american-oak?rq=balvenie" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Balvenie Single Barrel 12 Year Old Review</a> <a href="http://whisky.buzz/blog/the-balvenie-stories-collection-a-week-of-peat-14-year-old-review?rq=balvenie" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Balvenie Week of Peat Review</a> <a href="http://whisky.buzz/blog/the-balvenie-26-year-old-a-day-of-dark-barley-review?rq=balvenie" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Balvenie A Day of Dark Barley Review</a> Tasting notes covered in the podcast:  <a href="http://www.edinburghwhiskyblog.com/2018/10/15/the-glenrothes-soleo-collection/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Edinburgh Whisky Blog</a> - Glenrothes Collection  <a href="https://www.whiskynotes.be/2019/glenrothes/glenrothes-whisky-makers-cut/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Whisky Notes</a> - Glenrothes Whisky Maker’s <a href="https://www.connosr.com/highland-park-16-year-old-twisted-tattoo-whisky-review-12868" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Connosr.com MarkJedi1</a> - Highland Park Twisted Tattoo <a href="https://www.whiskysaga.com/blog/highland-park-valfather" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Whisky Saga</a> - Highland Park Valfather  <a href="https://scotchnoob.com/2018/06/11/the-balvenie-12-year-single-barrel-first-fill/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Scotch Noob</a> - The Balvenie 12 Year Old Single Barrel <a href="https://modernthirst.com/2018/10/08/the-balvenie-14-year-old-peat-week-2003-vintage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Modern Thirst</a> - The Balvenie Week of Peat <a href="https://thewhiskeyjug.com/scotch-whisky/balvenie-peat-week-review/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Whiskey Jug</a> - The Balvenie Week of Peat <a href="https://scotchwhisky.com/whisky-reviews/new-whiskies/25774/batch-201/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Scotch Whisky</a> - The Balvenie Dark Day of Barley This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

143: 2019 End of Year Whisky Topic Special: The Battle of the Whisky Tasting Notes!

Mark Gillespie

Mark and Jamie wouldn’t be podcasting without Mark Gillespie of the WhiskyCast. Mark Gillespie joins Mark and Jamie to talk about how he started in podcasting, how the whisky enthusiast community has changed over the years, social media, and where he sees whisky going in 2017.  Links Mentioned: WhiskyCast Podcast Beam Suntory Backtracks after Booker’s Boo-Boo Victoria Whisky Festival Hotel Grand Pacific The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Mark and Jamie wouldn’t be podcasting without Mark Gillespie of the WhiskyCast. Mark Gillespie joins Mark and Jamie to talk about how he started in podcasting, how the whisky enthusiast community has changed over the years, social media, and where he sees whisky going in 2017.  Links Mentioned: <a href="https://whiskycast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WhiskyCast Podcast</a> <a href="https://whiskycast.com/beam-backtracks-after-bookers-boo-boo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beam Suntory Backtracks after Booker’s Boo-Boo</a> <a href="http://www.victoriawhiskyfestival.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Victoria Whisky Festival</a> <a href="http://www.hotelgrandpacific.com/events.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hotel Grand Pacific</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

83: Chat with Mark Gillespie of The WhiskyCast Podcast 

Peter drinks, trades, and collects high-end rare bourbons by the hundred. Pappies, Staggs, rare distillery releases, he has them all. He also writes for his blog, New Bourbon Drinker. Peter joins us to talk about some of his latest purchases from the dark underground world of whisky trading. Learn which whiskies are overpriced, big prizes, those that undervalued, and those he’s keeping stashed away until they get discovered. Read Peter’s review on New Bourbon Drinker. Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Buy Mark’s book - The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Peter drinks, trades, and collects high-end rare bourbons by the hundred. Pappies, Staggs, rare distillery releases, he has them all. He also writes for his blog, New Bourbon Drinker. Peter joins us to talk about some of his latest purchases from the dark underground world of whisky trading. Learn which whiskies are overpriced, big prizes, those that undervalued, and those he’s keeping stashed away until they get discovered. Read Peter’s review on <a href="https://newbourbondrinker.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">New Bourbon Drinker</a>. Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Buy Mark’s book - <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

136: The Dirty Underground World of Bourbon Flipping

Eric Burke, of BourbonGuy.com, returns to the podcast for his annual look at the best bourbons to buy on a budget. This year, though, a few ryes were introduced into the picture! We talk about whisky reviews, ratings, and what to look for in an affordable whisky! Special thanks to our sponsor: The State of Logic Podcast This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Eric Burke, of <a href="BourbonGuy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BourbonGuy.com</a>, returns to the podcast for his annual look at the best bourbons to buy on a budget. This year, though, a few ryes were introduced into the picture! We talk about whisky reviews, ratings, and what to look for in an affordable whisky! Special thanks to our sponsor: <a href="http://thestateoflogic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The State of Logic Podcast</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

116: The 2018 Bottom-Shelf Bourbon Brackets! 

Glenfiddich is the best selling single malt in the world, but hasn’t been resting. Their experimental series challenges the whisky consumer, and seeks out new markets. Beth Havers, Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador for Canada, returns to the podcast to discuss the experimental series. We review Glenfiddich Project XX and IPA, and Mark tries to figure to guess the third release (it’s  Winter Storm).  Follow Beth on Twitter and Instagram Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Glenfiddich is the best selling single malt in the world, but hasn’t been resting. Their experimental series challenges the whisky consumer, and seeks out new markets. Beth Havers, Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador for Canada, returns to the podcast to discuss the experimental series. We review Glenfiddich Project XX and IPA, and Mark tries to figure to guess the third release (it’s <a href="https://www.glenfiddich.com/ca/collection/experimental-series/winter-storm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Winter Storm</a>).  Follow Beth on <a href="https://twitter.com/whiskybeth?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whisky_beth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

100: Glenfiddich’s Experiments

Nicolas Villalon

Nicolas Villalon, previous guest on the show (Episode 40 and Episode 80), returns in his new role as National Brand Ambassador for the US. We catch-up on all his time spent traveling, and drink through The Macallan Edition Series (all three that are currently out). The Edition Series comes in at under $100 (US), and has a proof north of 48%, and made in collaboration with artists and true crafts people. You can follow Nic’s adventures on Instagram  Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Nicolas Villalon, previous guest on the show (Episode 40 and Episode 80), returns in his new role as National Brand Ambassador for the US. We catch-up on all his time spent traveling, and drink through The Macallan Edition Series (all three that are currently out). The Edition Series comes in at under $100 (US), and has a proof north of 48%, and made in collaboration with artists and true crafts people. You can follow Nic’s adventures on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/macallannicolas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

104: The New Era of  The Macallan with Nicolas Villalon

Matt Jones and Ray Daniel of Beam Suntory join the podcast to talk about Kentucky, Scotland, and Japanese whisky! Matt Jones recently took on the global whisky brand ambassador role for Beam Suntory in Canada, and Ran Daniel joins the bourbon portfolio that Matt Jones used to represent. We talk whisky: Note: Apologies for some of the audio issues. I (Mark) didn’t notice a mic wasn’t working. Buy Mark’s book - The Whisky Cabinet Special thanks to our sponsor: The State of Logic Podcast Follow Matt Jones on Instagram Follow Ray Daniels on Instagram This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes. Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram

Matt Jones and Ray Daniel of Beam Suntory join the podcast to talk about Kentucky, Scotland, and Japanese whisky! Matt Jones recently took on the global whisky brand ambassador role for Beam Suntory in Canada, and Ran Daniel joins the bourbon portfolio that Matt Jones used to represent. We talk whisky: Note: Apologies for some of the audio issues. I (Mark) didn’t notice a mic wasn’t working. Buy Mark’s book - <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Special thanks to our sponsor: <a href="http://thestateoflogic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The State of Logic Podcast</a> Follow Matt Jones on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whisky_chef/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Ray Daniels on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/raydanielwhiskey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

119: From Kentucky, to Japan, with a stop in Scotland

Mark &amp; Jamie taste through The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four for the first time. This collection typically retails for $30k US, and this year’s theme is “Expecting the Unexpected.” While enjoying a few drinks, Mark and Jamie review 2018, Jamie’s work as Brand Ambassador, and we look back over the years of the podcast. Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Buy Mark’s book - The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Mark &amp; Jamie taste through The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four for the first time. This collection typically retails for $30k US, and this year’s theme is “Expecting the Unexpected.” While enjoying a few drinks, Mark and Jamie review 2018, Jamie’s work as Brand Ambassador, and we look back over the years of the podcast. Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Buy Mark’s book - <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

128: Toasting Memories with $30k Worth of Whiskies! 

Beer meets whisky in this episode of The Whisky Topic. Ger Buckley is responsible for the barrel program for Jameson. Steve Beauchesne is president of Beau’s Brewery. The brewery and the distillery partnered up to make beer finished in whisky barrels, and whisky finished in beer barrels! We also learn about baseball. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Beer meets whisky in this episode of The Whisky Topic. Ger Buckley is responsible for the barrel program for Jameson. Steve Beauchesne is president of Beau’s Brewery. The brewery and the distillery partnered up to make beer finished in whisky barrels, and whisky finished in beer barrels! We also learn about baseball. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

108: Jameson, Beau Finished! 

Igor Kossov (@whiskyvip) and Jason Hambrey (@jasonhambrey) join Mark in the town of Cornwall, to drink a lot of rare whisky that's nicely stirred with great whisky storytelling. This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Igor Kossov (@whiskyvip) and Jason Hambrey (@jasonhambrey) join Mark in the town of Cornwall, to drink a lot of rare whisky that's nicely stirred with great whisky storytelling. This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

115: The Wonderful World of Whisky Show 2018

Davin De Kergommeaux and Mark Bylok sit down to talk about writing books, drinking rum, and their careers. Thank you to NB Spirits Festival for hosting! Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! For your holiday gift buying:  Canadian Whisky, Second Edition: The New Portable Expert Pre-order Davin’s next book:  The Definitive Guide to Canadian Distilleries Mark’s Book The Whisky Cabinet Also mentioned:  Suresh Doss on CBC  Bookstock: Meet The World's Finest Spirits Writers Thanks to Josh for the call-out at the start of the show!  Support the podcast (and get great perks) on Patreon. Get your latest whisky reviews on whisky.buzz! You can find this week’s Patreon exclusive content here.  Follow Davin on  Twitter and  Instagram Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram We were drinking El Dorado Versailles, Enmore, and Port Mourant.  This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman. The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Davin De Kergommeaux and Mark Bylok sit down to talk about writing books, drinking rum, and their careers. Thank you to <a href="https://www.whiskynb.ca/Festival/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NB Spirits Festival</a> for hosting! Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! For your holiday gift buying: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Canadian-Whisky-Second-Portable-Expert/dp/014753075X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Canadian+whisky&amp;qid=1574937784&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Canadian Whisky, Second Edition: The New Portable Expert</a> Pre-order Davin’s next book: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Definitive-Guide-Canadian-Distilleries-Everything/dp/0525610588/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1574937850&amp;refinements=p_27%3ADavin+de+Kergommeaux&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Definitive Guide to Canadian Distilleries</a> Mark’s Book <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Also mentioned:  <a href="https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/suresh-doss-1.4288571" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Suresh Doss on CBC</a> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bookstock-meet-the-worlds-finest-spirits-writers-tickets-77182548079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Bookstock: Meet The World's Finest Spirits Writers</a> Thanks to <a href="http://bartenderatlas.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Josh</a> for the call-out at the start of the show!  Support the podcast (and get great perks) on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/whiskybuzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. Get your latest whisky reviews on <a href="http://whisky.buzz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whisky.buzz</a>! You can find this week’s Patreon exclusive content <a>here</a>.  Follow Davin on <a href="https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;ved=2ahUKEwis89Pr3YzmAhUjheAKHbj2C5gQ6F56BAgKEAI&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FDavindeK%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2__3h9X0Wm5Q8tbGOc_0Vz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=1&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiexLL53YzmAhUGneAKHYYcAHsQFjAAegQIAhAB&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fdavindek%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw3vMAurI5g8u3_faNg_fS8X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> We were drinking El Dorado Versailles, Enmore, and Port Mourant.  This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a>. The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

139: Two Whisky Authors Drink Rum

Bry Simpson

Bry Simpson, the Brand Ambassador for Ardbeg and Glenmorangie, joins Jame and Mark on the podcast. We talk about Bry’s origin story, we debate which distillery released double cask maturation first, and drink plenty of delicious whiskies! To have an opportunity to receive one of three pairs of Glencairn glasses, do one (or both for twice the odds) of these: On Twitter, RT. Follow Bry on Instagram Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Buy Mark’s book - The Whisky Cabinet Special thanks to our sponsor: The State of Logic Podcast This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Bry Simpson, the Brand Ambassador for Ardbeg and Glenmorangie, joins Jame and Mark on the podcast. We talk about Bry’s origin story, we debate which distillery released double cask maturation first, and drink plenty of delicious whiskies! To have an opportunity to receive one of three pairs of Glencairn glasses, do one (or both for twice the odds) of these: On Twitter, <a href="https://twitter.com/markbylok/status/1050558674362662914" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RT.</a> Follow Bry on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whiskybry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Buy Mark’s book - <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> Special thanks to our sponsor: <a href="http://thestateoflogic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The State of Logic Podcast</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

126: “It’s the only word that rhymes with orangie,” says Bry Simpson of Ardbeg and Glenmorangie

Glenford Jameson and Mark Bylok sit down to drink old whisky dusties from the 60s. What to look for when you're acquiring old whiskies? What can you expect? Two of the three whiskies will be a complete surprise! You can find Glen at G.S. Jameson &amp; Company  Follow Jamie on Twitter and Instagram Follow Mark on Twitter and Instagram Buy Mark’s book - The Whisky Cabinet This podcast was edited and mixed by Bryan Goman The theme song is licensed in thanks to Alan Doyle! It's available on iTunes.

Glenford Jameson and Mark Bylok sit down to drink old whisky dusties from the 60s. What to look for when you're acquiring old whiskies? What can you expect? Two of the three whiskies will be a complete surprise! You can find Glen at <a href="http://food.gsjameson.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">G.S. Jameson &amp; Company</a> Follow Jamie on <a href="https://twitter.com/bourbonthing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bourbonthing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Follow Mark on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/markbylok/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Buy Mark’s book - <a href="http://whsky.buzz/thewhiskytopic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whisky Cabinet</a> This podcast was edited and mixed by <a href="http://www.threemountains.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bryan Goman</a> The theme song is licensed in thanks to <a href="http://alandoyle.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alan Doyle</a>! It's available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/so-lets-go/id953283079" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>.

131: Tasting Whisky Dusties from the 60s 

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