Join the Whisky Sisters Inka Larissa and Jennifer Rose as they mull over captivating and curious whisky topics.
A lively weekly podcast discovering drams, distilleries, welcoming expert guests and delving into every corner of the whisky universe.
Have you ever wondered why the trees around distilleries are black or who is the headless horseman of Bowmore? Whether you are a whisky aficionado or just dram curious and like entertaining whisky chat, you have come to the right place.
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It's that time of year for the Whisky Sisters to unleash some festive cheer. Will episode 75 have a hallmark happy ending after a chaotic start? 'Stick Your Nose In It' shares some sad news and hopes for a Christmas Miracle. Balblair 12 saves the day in 'Dram on Fire'. Inka sips some Arran Barrel Bonfire and Jen dives into some Cù Bòcan. The Power of Love eclipses the need for Whisky Bullshit and all is merry and bright.
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Episode 74 turns up the volume with Turntable Spirits and welcomes guest Gordon, one of the founding brothers of the Glasgow-based Blending House. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ gets demolishing in Skye. The Whisky Sisters chat the core range with Gordon and ‘Dram on Fire’ samples Turntable’s Collaborations Drop 2: Dingle and a special something something. Whisky Bullshit heads to Orkney to put some new branding under the microscope.
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A bad boy bonus episode from Inka & Jen, as it would have been rude not to! Find out how the Whisky Sisters teamed up with an Independent Bottler at this year’s Glasgow Whisky Festival. Get your cape at the ready as it’s time for the second release of WhiskyHeroes. Will the flaming boots take the heat? Will Inka get any marriage proposals this year? Dram on Fire samples Auchlossan, a 10yr old Miltonduff bottled at 52.2%, courtesy of Whisky Pal Phil.
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Inka and Jen set their imaginations free and make some fantasy collaborations. Then it's off to the foot of the Campsies to Glengoyne in episode seventy two. The Whisky Sisters sample the 12year old, The Third Legacy Series and A Cask Strength 10 year old in 'Dram on Fire'. This months 'whisky bullshit' asks do you like whisky??!? It cringe time with some spooky tasting tales in Whisky Sisters Whisky Jokes.
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Just when you thought the Whisky Podcast world was safe, Inka & Jen have risen from the ashes and are fanning the flames in episode seventy one.
Yes indeed... Serving more for Season 4! Back now with monthly whisky fun. This week the focus is on rum cask finishes with Dram on Fire sampling some Cu Bocan, Big Peat & Mac-Talla. Whisky Bullshit is in the air not to mention some exciting giveaway chat. Deanston Tequila Cask is also in the spotlight.
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Oh yeah baby it's time to get your freak on in episode sixty nine with some super special cask finishes. Inka and Jen roll out some epic barrels and sample three Glasgow 1770 whisky beauties as they can't get enough of this distillery! 'Stick Your Nose In It' has some Lagg and Loch Lomond news as well as some Four Roses action. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' is good enough for the goose and the gander.
This week Whisky Sisters Inka & Jen return to Tomatin Whisky & say ciao to the Italian collection. Episode sixty eight features the full trio in ‘Dram On Fire’. How do these compare to the Portguese collection from season 2? ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ has a strike and some ‘drop the mic’ news. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ sticks with some Tomatin intel.
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The Whisky Sisters survived a bumpy flight before touching down in Campbeltown for episode sixty-seven. Inka & Jen share their recent distillery tour adventures before tasting a trinity of Glen Scotia dunnage whiskies in 'Dram On Fire.' This weeks 'Stick Your Nose In It' has a Japanese anniversary, news of a smoky ending & some TV censoring. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' is of course back and this time gets mythical.
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Zip up your flaming boots for episode sixty-six as Inka and Jen rock Glasgow's Whisky Festival with their Whisky Pals from The Glasgow Distillery. Get the gossip from the festival and find out who ended up in a Whisky Sisters selfie sandwich. 'Dram On Fire' gets its cask strength swag on with two new releases from Glasgow Distillery '1770 whisky,' and Inkas tasting notes soldier on. 'Stick Your Nose In It' has yet more Macallan intel and SMWS 40th anniversary shenanigans. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' keeps the wartime spirit alive.
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Glenglassaugh Distillery is in the spotlight in episode sixty five and the Whisky Sisters dive into their Sandend release in this weeks ‘Dram On Fire’. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ talks tarrifs, muscles from Brussels and the SMWS continues to celebrate. Inka & Jen welcome Artist, whisky lover & ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Pal’ Nicola Cairns. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ puts a cork in it.
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Episode sixty three has arrived, at last! The Whisky Sisters are focusing on some new distilleries and ‘Dram On Fire’ samples one whisky from Raasay & another from Torabhaig. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ has some Islay distillery plans, tales from Glenmorangie and some Edinburgh launch partying. As Halloween is fast approaching Inka & Jen are getting ghostly in ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ and encourage watching 'The Silence Of The Drams'. Link below.
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Episode sixty one features Bowmore Distillery and a very special guest. The Whisky Sisters share three drams from the Islay distillery with none other than legendary DJ Tom Russell, aka, The Godfather of Rock! Tom shares his whisky and music tales as we’ll as resurrecting ‘Dickens Cider’. Stick Your Nose In It’ is off to Waterford, Glenlivet and Campbeltown to meet your news needs. ‘Whisky Sister Whisky Fact’ keeps it Bowmore.
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Episode fifty-nine features a favourite distillery of Jen's, Glencadam, and samples their 10yo and 15yo releases in 'Dram On Fire.' 'Stick Your Nose in It' is busy as Bunna is in a collaborating mood, Chivas Bros are ready to rumble, The Isle of Harris Distillers are counting down to whisky lift off and Beam Suntory are sticking their fingers in all the pies. Inka has been partying with Auchentoshan in 'Dramdom Crap' and this weeks 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' is westerly.
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Summer break is over and in episode fifty-eight the Whisky Sisters return with a sonic boom. Inka & Jen welcome a special guest Neil Ridley, drinks writer & musician, to discuss the phenomenal merging of the whisky and music worlds at Glen Scotia Distillery.
'Stick Your Nose in It' is busy catching up with all the latest news, including the departure of Golden Balls from Haig Club & changes for Gordon & MacPhail. 'Dram on Fire' samples two from Glen Scotia, the double cask rum finish, and the lightly peated festival release. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' keeps it in Campbeltown.
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Episode fifty six uncovers Portugals pioneering distillery and samples a whopping four of its Woodwork whiskies in 'Dram On Fire'. 'Stick Your Nose in It' gets glassy and travels to Leith and to Japan. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' hits the high seas.
The Whisky Sisters are 'over the sea to Skye' as episode fifty five is all about Talisker. 'Stick Your Nose In It' is off to distillery school, gets sustainable with Makers Mark & GlenAllachie reveal a new look. Inka & Jen introduce 'Dramdom Crap' and unleash some gig chat. 'Dram On Fire' samples 'Skye' & 'Port Ruighe' from Talisker. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' is a salty one.
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It's time to limbo down to the Lowlands in episode fifty-four as Inka & Jen explore Scotland's most accessible whisky region, and Kingsbarns Distillery. 'Stick Your Nose In It' gets piping with Wee Smoky & ponders some vanishing Glenmorangie. 'Dram On Fire' samples Kingsbarns Doocot, their Flagship release. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' heads to Glenkinchie.
Get your jugs at the ready as Inka & Jen splash into all things ‘water in whisky’ in episode fifty three.
‘Stick Your Nose in It’ chats Benriach, Dalmore & Whisky Pall Mall and ‘Dram on Fire’ adds Larkfire & Birkentree water to some cask strength whiskies. Will the Whisky Sisters change their tune and start loving water in their drams?
‘Whisky Sister Whisky Fact’ gets its spooky on with Glen Scotia.
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The Whisky Sisters have their eyes on the ‘Ryes’. Episode fifty chats all things Arbikie Distillery and samples the 1794 – Batch 22 & 5yo Jamaican Rum Finish in ‘Dram On Fire’.
‘Stick Your Nose in It’ dries up with Old Pulteney, gets electrified with Chivas and takes a downtown train with Rod Stewart. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is all about the Jacks.
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Season three has landed with the almighty Springbank Distillery. Boom! Inka & Jen are back with episode forty nine and off to the Kintyre peninsula to uncover the cult-like allure of Springbank. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ sends good vibes to Brave New Spirits, welcomes Edringtons new podcast and heads to Barbados with Kilchoman. ‘Dram on Fire’ features a Springbank 10yo and 22yo where the Whisky Sisters uncover what all the fuss is about. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ keeps it in Campbeltown.
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It's last orders on Season 2 in episode 48! This week Inka & Jen pair their favourite drams of the season with a sippin' song & answer some listener questions. 'Stick Your Nose In It' features a motorcycle collab, Waterford news and reports on Ardgowan distillery's cask plans.
'Dram On Fire' reviews Irish Distillers 'Gold Spot' & Ardbeg 'Smoketrails Manzanilla edition'. There are coffee aromas in the air in 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact.' And don't forget the famous 'Spit It Out' section...
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In episode forty-seven, Inka and Jen catch up with writer and fellow whisky podcaster Sean to learn all about Welsh Whisky. The Whisky Sisters sample two whiskies from Penderyn Distillery & one from Dà Mhìle in this weeks 'Dram On Fire'.
It's an extended 'Stick Your Nose In It' to chat new bottle releases and to update on 'The Spirit Of Women' documentary with filmmaker Leigha Kingsely. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' ensures all is not lost in a disaster.
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This week the focus is on the Independent Bottler The Whisky Cellar's 'Old Highland-style' Blended Scotch Whisky - Brig O'Perth.
In episode forty six The Whisky Sisters experiment sipping this dram from three different types of glassware. Find out if it was a blast or a pain in the (gl)ass and which of the glasses came out on top from the Norlan, the Copita and the Glencairn.
'Stick Your Nose In It' heads to some wetlands, finds out what Simpsons Malt are planning & uncovers something noble with the Loch Lomond Group. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' gets seasoning.
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It's time to live 'La Bella Vita' with Inka & Jen as they feature Puni, the first whisky distillery in Italy! Episode forty-five adventures into the Italian Alps to learn about this trailblazing & stylish distillery and sample 'Puni Gold' & 'Puni Arte 01' in this weeks ‘Dram On Fire'.
'Stick Your Nose It In' talks about whisky exports, a revamp in Edinburgh, some magic in Glasgow and Inka has some news of her own. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' gets condensed.
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This week the Whisky Sisters meet the three-time 'Whisky Ambassador of the Year' award winner, Mark Thomson from Glenfiddich.
In this forty fourth episode, Inka & Jen chat about all things Glenfiddich and hear Mark's take on adding water to whisky. The Sisters try the Glenfiddich 18-Year-Old and a single cask sample from the distillery. 'Stick Your Nose in It' reports on a Scottish Government consultation, updates on Old Perth Blended Malt and finds out the news at Woodford Reserve.
'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' keeps it Glenfiddichy.
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Inka & Jen invite you to their 'Juice Joint' in episode forty-three as it's all about Prohibition. It is history 'Whisky Sisters' style so buckle up and learn all about the era when the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution banned the manufacture, transportation, and sale of intoxicating liquors. This week’s 'Dram On Fire' gets tasty as six whiskies are paired with some sweet & savoury snacks. Yum. 'Stick Your Nose in It' gets the cheeks glowing and offers some alcohol-free alternatives. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' is a four-fact ‘Real McCoy’.
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Love is in the air as Valentines Day approaches and the Whisky Sisters are enraptured by the wonderful world of GlenAllachie.
In episode forty two Inka & Jen find out more about this award winning Speyside distillery and its entrepreneurial owner, Master Blender and industry legend - Billy Walker. 'Dram on Fire' samples the GlenAllachie 10yo Batch 8 and a 'Signatory Vintage' release of GlenAllachie 13yo, in spite of a calamity Jen's error.
'Stick Your Nose In It' has updates on the Scotch Malt Whisky Society & Glen Scotia this week. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' serves you some multiple choice' delights.
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Episode forty one gets patriotic as the Whisky Sisters honour Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet. Inka & Jen are joined by Graeme from 'Scotland's Stories,' a travel blogger, writer and storyteller to find out more about the bard and the origins of Burns Night. 'Stick Your Nose In It' has some competitive bar staff and a Lunar New Year celebration. 'Dram on Fire’ samples Bowmore Aston Martin 10 yo & Old Pulteney 2006 Vintage. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' loses its head.
May your glass be full & your dram on fire!
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It is off to the Speyside & Highland border to Tomatin Distillery and it's all about their Portuguese Collection in episode forty. This limited edition whisky series is dedicated to and inspired by Portuguese wines. Inka & Jen sample all three in the series in 'Dram On Fire'; the port, moscatel & madeira wine cask finishes. 'Stick Your Nose In It' has some new distillery news from Dublin and a busy brewery in Dumbarton. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' might be difficult to digest.
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Inka & Jen dive into 2023 by exploring whiskies released in collaboration with musicians. Episode 39 invites Broadcaster Vic Galloway to share his music and whisky experience and together they taste; The Scorpions -'Rock n' Roll Star' (a Swedish whisky) Rammstein's Irish whiskey & 'Heavens Door' from Bob Dylan which is a Tennesse Bourbon.
'Stick Your Nose In It' gets artistic with Bruichladdich and it's retro barley vibes in Edinburgh. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' keeps the musical theme and puts 'Whiskey In The Jar'.
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Episode 38 is the last of 2022 and what a year it has been for the Whisky Sisters! Inka & Jen reflect on their journey so far and answer some listener questions as well as musing on what makes whisky 'Christmassy.' 'Stick Your Nose in It' reports on Glasgow Distillery news and some whisky webcam action in Ohio. 'Dram on Fire' dives into Lochlea Single Malt - Fallow Edition & Glen Scotia 15-Year-Old. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' keeps it chilled.
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May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram On Fire
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American whiskey has a wide range of styles and in episode thirty-seven the Whisky Sisters focus on three of the most popular categories: Bourbon, Rye and Tennessee Whiskey. 'Stick Your Nose in It' features the largest collection of Irish Whiskey and some Island Distillery plans.
'Dram on Fire' rocks as Inka & Jen sample some Blackened American Whiskey - 'Rye the Lightning'. This weeks 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact; highlights a prohibition show pig!
May Your Glass Be Full and Your Dram on Fire!
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The Whisky Sisters have recently taken the low road to Loch Lomond Distillery to experience its many talents. Episode thirty-six features the only distillery in Scotland producing both grain and malt whisky. Inka & Jen are blown away by the distillery’s cooperage and sample all three 12-Year-Olds from their core range in ‘Dram on Fire’: Perfectly Balanced, Inchmurrin & Inchmoan.
‘Stick Your Nose It’ has new releases from Waterford, Dalmore and some conspiratorial vibes. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is all about the cask on fire.
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In episode thirty-five Inka and Jen shine the spotlight on Kilchoman Distillery, which stands alone as Islay’s only Single Farm Single Malt Scotch Whisky. The Whisky Sisters discuss this remarkable distillery and 'Dram On Fire’ has a trio of Kilchoman whisky; Machir Bay, Sanaig and Loch Gorm to wet the Whisky Sisters whistles.
'Stick Your Nose In It’ celebrates some rapid growth for Young Spirits, uncovers a Macallan movie and rice whiskey makes yet another appearance. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ serves some malty multiple choice.
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Inka & Jen spread their whisky loving wings and dive into the world of Taiwanese whisky in episode thirty-four. They welcome back Sam Laing of Cask 88 to hear about his adventures in Taiwan and experience with Taiwanese whiskies including a very different rice whisky.
The Whisky Sisters find out about Kavalan and Nantou Distilleries before sampling Kavalan Select No 2 and Yushan Signature Bourbon Cask in this weeks ‘Dram on Fire’. ‘Stick Your Nose In it’ brings some sad news and an update on Whisky Ventures charity achievements. There are legs for days in this weeks ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ “
May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram on Fire”
*Links: Kavalan Select n2 - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37574
Yushan Bourbon Cask - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37575
Kavalan Ex-Bourbon Oak - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37576
*affiliate links
This episode was sponsored by Scotcoin.
In episode thirty-three Inka & Jen delve into the world of Indy bottlers and find out why they are able to release some very exciting whiskies. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ has some innovative project work from Heriot Watt and Beam Suntory are up to some peated perfection. Movember also gets a healthy mention thanks to Buffalo Trace.
It's a busy ‘Dram on Fire’ as the Whisky Sisters taste whiskies from four independent bottlers; The Whisky Cellar (The Easy Sipper- an 8yo from Mackmyra distillery), Ferg & Harris (Speyside 12yo), The Single Cask (4yo Caol Ila) and The Whisky Baron (Port Charlotte 13yo & Bunnahabhain 16yo). ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ wonders if cask size matters and results in some teenage sniggers.
Links:
The Easy Sipper 8yo Mackmyra https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37423
The Whisky Baron https://www.thewhiskybaron.co.uk/
The Single Cask: https://www.thesinglecask.co.uk/
Ferg & Harris https://www.fergandharris.co.uk/
May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram on Fire
It's time to get gallus with The Glasgow Distillery in this thirty second episode. Inka and Jen share their experience of visiting the gritty, urban distillery and dive into their story and current innovative releases.
There's a special extended edition of 'Stick Your Nose in It' this week as the Whisky Sisters invite producer, creator and co-director Leigha Kingsley to share the news of her trailblazing plans for the documentary 'Spirit of Women'.
'Dram On Fire' samples The Glasgow Distilleries '1770 Single Malt': Original, Peated and Cognac finishes. Dust down the history books as it's off to 'Littlemill' for this week's 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact.'
*Links:
More about the film: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/thespiritofwomen
1770 Cognac Cask Finish: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37314
1770 Tequila Cask Finish: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37315
1770 The Original: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37316
1770 Peated: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37317
1770 Triple Distilled: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37318
*affiliate links
It is time for a Finnish focus as episode thirty-one delves into whisky from Inka's homeland. The Whisky Sisters are joined by guests Maria and Saana from 'Whisky Girls Finland' to explore all things Finnish whisky, and sip on some Kyrö distillery drams, the 'Kyrö Malt' and 'Kyrö Wood Smoke'.
Dram on Fire reviews an independent bottling, 'Malt Mates - Volume 2'. 'Stick Your Nose in It' finds out who has been named the 'most admired' whisky brand and which Speyside distillery has launched a 60-year-old release. Macallan is back in the news and have coffee aromas in the air. This week the 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' gets stuck into some boil balls.
*Links:
Kyrö Classic Malt - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37273
Kyrö Wood Smoke - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37274
Teerenpeli Karhi - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37275
Helsinki Whisky Rum Cask Rye Malt - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37276
Whisky Girls Finland - https://www.instagram.com/whiskygirlsfinland/
*affiliate links
Episode thirty heads back to Ireland, and this time heads north to County Antrim to find out more about Bushmills, the World's Oldest Licensed Distillery! ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ reports on the forthcoming Online Scotch Whisky Awards and Inka & Jen find out both Bunnahabhain & Tomatin have some exciting releases to bring to the table.
The Whisky Sisters revisit Cask 88 in Edinburgh to taste Jen's cask of Glendullan to see how it compares to last year's sample. ‘Dram On Fire’ samples Bushmills 10- & 16-year-old single malt whiskies. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is haunting and features another distillery cat!
Links*:
Bushmills 10-year-old https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37197
Bushmills 16-year-old https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=37198
*Affiliate links
May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram on Fire
This week the Whisky Sisters delve into the smouldering world of cigar malts and catch up with Iain Forteath, Global Brand Ambassador & Master Blender for Angus Dundee Distillers. In this twenty ninth episode Inka & Jen ask Iain all about Tomintoul’s sherried single malt that is designed to be paired with cigars, however there are also some tasty cheese pairings!
‘Stick Your Nose It’ finds out what Blackened Whiskey is up to with cigars and what seasonal offerings are in store from Benriach. ‘Dram on Fire’ samples ‘Tomintoul’s Cigar Malt’ and the ‘Glencadam Reserva Andalucia.’ ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is here to meet your knowledge needs and gets down with the dunnage.
Tomintoul Cigar Malt: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36994
Glencadam Reserva Andalucia: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36995
Tomintoul 16-Year-Old: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36996
Tamdhu Cigar Malt: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36997
Dalmore Cigar Malt: https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36998
*affiliate links
This week the Whisky Sisters explore the fascinating world of terroir in whisky. Does the type of barley, its location and the specific soil type enhance the flavour of the spirit? Episode twenty eight welcomes Angelita Fonseca-Hynes, a terroir specialist from Ireland's Waterford Distillery, to find out more about this subject and the world's largest producer of organic and biodynamic whisky.
'Dram on Fire' samples two Waterford whiskies: The Cuvee Lodestar, is a synthesis of 'Single Farm Origins' & Luna 1.1, the world's first biodynamic whisky, inspired by cycles of the moon. 'Stick Your Nose In It' has a licence to kill with Macallan & some special releases from Diageo. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' discusses that all important 'e'.
'May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram On Fire'
Luna 1.1 Biodynamic Whisky - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36844
Sheestown 1.2 - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36846
The Cuvée - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36845
Waterford terroir project: https://waterfordwhisky.com/element/the-whisky-terroir-project-paper-one/
In this twenty seventh episode the spotlight is on a Speyside distillery, The Glenlivet. Inka & Jen dive into the distillery’s epic history, exploring its meteoric rise into one of the most popular whiskies around the globe, whilst impressing Charles Dickens along the way. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ discusses GlenAllachie’s recent conclusion of a series and Glenmorangie getting botanical. The Whisky Sisters can’t go for long without a Dr Bill Lumsden fix! ‘Dram on Fire’ samples Glenlivet’s recently relaunched 21- & 25-year-old releases. These bottles are part of ‘The Glenlivet Sample Room Collection’ with new cask finishes.
‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is of course back and brings you three fingers of fun.
'May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram On Fire'
Watch our promo video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-M1t38SdRo
The Glenlivet Sample Room Collection: https://www.theglenlivet.com/en/sample-room-collection/
The Whisky Sisters have been on the road again and visited Perthshire to indulge in all The Glenturret had to offer. Whisky, fine dining and distillery cats feature in this twenty sixth episode.
Inka and Jen catch up with Ian Renwick, Distillery Manager, and Mark Donald, Executive Chef at The Lalique Restaurant, to find out more about the distillery and the Michelin-starred restaurant within it. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ prepares for the auctioneers hammer and a sea breeze is blowing from Old Pulteney's new range. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is also an oldie.
*Links:
Watch our promo video: https://youtu.be/v-M1t38SdRo
Glenturret Triple Wood 2022 https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36596
Glenturret 10-Year-Old Peated 2022 https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36597
Glenturret 15-Year-Old 2022 https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36598
Restaurant: https://www.theglenturretrestaurant.com/
*some of the links are affiliate links
Inka and Jen are ready to rock a second season and are now exploring worldwide whiskies in addition to scotch. In this twenty fifth episode they welcome Rob Dietrich, the Master Distiller and Blender of Metallica’s award-winning Whiskey and discover all things ‘Blackened’ including the ‘Black Noise Sonic Enhancement’! Whiskey Rob also shares his ‘dream dram’, and three ‘sippin' songs’.
The Whisky Sisters share their own Blackened tasting notes in ‘Dram on Fire’. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ is off to Kentucky and the Scotch Malt Whisky Society for some whisky news. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Facts’ returns and offers a bourbon related nugget of wisdom.
“May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram on Fire”
This episode is in memory of Merja (Inka's mum), who enjoyed an occasional whisky herself. X
More about Blackened: https://blackenedwhiskey.com/
Whisky playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/juyxn7az0kuv7lop8akqjsxhh?si=k0vYhRYjRUK_WoNwVGP4tw
https://www.metallica.com/
Inka & Jen return to their mutual love of Bunna in this 23rd & penultimate episode of the season. The Whisky Sisters are delighted to welcome guest David Brodie, tour guide and distillery legend, to share his journey & expertise.
‘Dram on Fire’ is burning up the house with the Canasta 2014 and Cask 559 PX Noe. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ features an epic whisky collection and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ gets touchy feely.
Episode 21 explores the fascinating connection between aroma and the memories they evoke. Inka & Jen welcome guest Holly Hutchinson, perfumer & founder of ‘Memoize London’. Her vision is to tailor truly unique and directional perfumes with a personalised, bespoke touch and she shares her expertise with the Whisky Sisters.
It's time to taste three Islay ‘Mac-Talla’ whiskies Strata, Mara & Terra in this weeks ‘Dram on Fire’ feature. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ discovers some award winning whiskies that won’t break the bank and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ causes regional confusion.
The gloves are off in Episode 20 with Inka & Jen delving into the fiery history of Islay distilleries Laphroaig & Lagavulin. In this weeks ‘Dram on Fire’ the Laphroaig QA Cask is being put through its tasting paces.
‘Stick Your Nose In It’ is busting stuffy stereotypes and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ also talks labelling but this time the whisky bottle variety.
Turn on the smoke machine for episode 19 - it’s time to get your ‘Peat Freak’ on. Inka loves a smoky bad boy and Jen is edging her way to the peat side. This week they are joined by Christy McFarlane from Bruichladdich to learn more about peat and in ‘Dram on Fire’ they sample the Port Charlotte 10 and Octomore 12.1.
‘Stick Your Nose in It’ travels to England & gets in pole position. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is at risk of putting ‘ewe’ off your dram.
Inka & Jen’s ‘West Coast Whisky Triangle’ was finally complete after a whistle stop visit to Ardnamurchan for episode 18. They travelled to the remote peninsula to discover what whisky magic was afoot. The Whisky Sisters share their tasting notes for the Ardnamurchan Paul Launois & CK339 expressions.
‘Stick Your Nose in It’ honours a whisky legend and gets criminal. It’s round two of ‘Whisky Fact or Whisky Fiction’ as Inka & Jen battle to grab the Whisky Fact Crown.
In episode 15 Inka & Jen delve into the single grain scotch whisky world and warmly welcome Founder of ‘The Whisky Cellar’ and ‘keeper of the quaich’ Keith Bonnington. In ‘Dram on Fire’ the ‘Invergordon 24’ and ‘Wee Smoky’ single grain whiskies are in the hot seat. This weeks ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ features some trade talks and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ gets frosty once again.
In Episode 13 Inka & Jen dive into the story of GlenDronach, an Aberdeenshire distillery known for its rich, sherried whiskies. The distillery specialises in creating drams with an elegant and complex character with stunning deep colour. In this weeks ‘Dram on Fire’ the Whisky Sisters sample the GlenDronach 15 Revival and Parliament 21, which splits opinion. 'Stick Your Nose In It’ discloses an ‘Ardcore whisky wisdom crush’ and gets peddling. This weeks ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is back and spoons another belter into your dram knowledge repertoire.
It’s competition time in this tenth episode as the Whisky Sisters welcome Àdhamh Ó Broin, the world's most sought-after Scottish Gaelic Consultant.
Will Inka’s multilingual talents beat Scot Jen with her paltry knowledge of Gaelic in attempting the following Distillery names?
1. Bunnahabhain 2. Ledaig 3. Caol Ila 4. Auchentoshan 5. Glen Garioch 6. Bruichladdich 7. Torabhaig 8. AnCnoc 9. Clynelish 10. Teaninich
This weeks ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ has some racy kilt swinging and it's back to basics in ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’.
The Whisky Sisters are delighted to host Sam Laing, Harry Hutchison & Lanton the dog from Cask 88. Find out about their roles within an international company offering a range of services including cask procurement, cask storage, cask auctions and bespoke bottle design!
Lanton the dog steals the show before Inka and Jen invite Sam and Harry to share their ‘Dream Drams’. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ gets serious this week and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ has a heavenly theme.
This week's episode celebrates women in whisky from the alchemical origins of distillation to the modern day experts in the industry. Inka and Jen navigate their way through some epic stories of truly inspirational whisky wonder women. Yass to these badass trailblazing Scotchy Ladies, we salute you!
The Whisky Sisters ‘Stick their Nose’ into some West Coast distillery developments and 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' gets shapely.
Episode six dives into the world of Blended Whisky. Inka & Jen feature 6 blended regional malts (why thank you Douglas Laing) and compare and share their tasting notes. Will peat freak Inka opt for a peated blend as her favourite? Will Jen have upped her ‘tasting notes’ game after episode 5?
All these drams lead them to some fantasy ‘Dream Dram companion’ chat. ‘Stick Your Nose In It' features Macallan stealing The Glenlivet's thunder and things turn ‘hairy’ in this weeks 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' section.
In this week’s episode the Whisky Sisters delve into the fascinating history of Lindores Abbey in Fife and warmly welcome the 'Brand Home Manager’ Helen McKenzie Smith. Find out why visiting this distillery and the Abbey grounds is considered a pilgrimage for whisky lovers.
Inka and Jen sample Lindores Abbey new make and Single Malt MCDXCIV (1494) in the 'Dram on Fire' -section and Helen shares who her ‘Dream Dram’ drinking companion would be. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ features a delicious sounding Glendronach release and another golden nugget of whisky wisdom is up for grabs in ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’.
In episode 3 Whisky Sisters Inka and Jen engage their business brains... Actually that’s not true, however, they do discuss their personal experiences of venturing into the world of whisky cask investment. Find out why Jen was drawn to Whisky Merchants Cask88 and where Inka is on her voyage to owning her first cask. This week's ‘Stick your Nose in it’ -section involves a near disaster at Ardbeg Distillery and some science fiction. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ continues with yet another snippet of malt genius to add to your repertoire.
Join Inka & Jen for their second episode as they premier ‘Stick Your Nose In It’, the weekly feature exploring what’s new in the whisky world. Whisky capsules anyone? Then it's time to rock the world of different cask finishes as they sample the Glen Moray Cabernet and Chardonnay finish. The Whisky Sisters also dive into some tropical tastes to warm the winter days by discussing The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve. And before they drop the mic on episode 2, they slip in another ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ for you to impress your drinking amigos.
In this launch episode Inka Larissa & Jennifer Rose invite you to join them as they introduce themselves and reveal what to expect in season 1 of ‘Whisky Sisters- The Podcast’. They'll give you a lively taste of what’s to come as they explore their shared love of the Islay malt Bunnahabhain, Guns n Roses and impractical footwear.
Find out how their passion for the whisky world began and how their very different accents get on with some whisky name pronunciation. Inka also tests Jen’s observation skills in the ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky fact’ segment.
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