Whisky Unscripted Podcast

It’s a Rosebank Special and we are live at the opening night event featuring Managing Director and owner of Ian Macleod Distillers, Leonard Russell, Head of International Business Development Tom Russell, Gordon Dundas, and Distillery Manager Malcolm Rennie with a host of local Distillery Ambassadors giving us their take on the rebirth of this iconic distillery.  Stephen Arnott and Rosie Murray in charge of delivering Tours and Experiences at Rosebank explain how after just one-week VisitScotland came calling and awarded them a Five-Star Grading.  Local whisky collector Scott Jackson takes Gordon Dallas on a tour his hugely impressive Rosebank collection, one of the biggest private collections there is, before visiting the distillery for the very first time.  Distillery Manager Malcolm Rennie and Assistant Distillery Manager Jason McCabe sum up a year since Cask 01 was filled and join in some election fun in Malt Manifesto.  Best enjoyed with a large dram.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon's welcome you to Dalbeallie station in the heart of the Tamdhu Distillery for a behind the scenes look at the SOSF 2024.  Chairman of the Festival, George McNeil gives the podcast an exclusive interview from The Macallan who, celebrating their 200th anniversary were the official hosts of this years festival, themselves celebrating 25 years!  Sandy McIntyre, Tamdhu Distillery Manager gives us an insight into opening up a 'closed' to the public once a year.  We join him on tour.  Assistant Ian Macleod blender, Jake Adcook explains the art of blending single malts together and describes his special decades festival blend involving Tamdhu from every decade from the 1960's, as well as a 3-year-old!  Plus, we get a taste of other events from some festival goers.  It's a busy episode, best borrow a second dog!  Slainte`

The 2 Gordons welcome Ian Palmer of Inchdairnie, referenced in the last podcast.  Ian talks about the wording on Scotch whisky labels and talks about his own journey in establishing this wonderful Fife distillery.  Roland Grain is the man behind Ardgowan distillery in Inverkip who also hosted the Potstill Masterclass Festival in Vienna where Gordon Dallas caught up with him and Ian.  The 2 Gordons talk about the Keepers of The Quaich Spring Banquet, finishing in whisky, the calorific value of a dram v a banana and lots more while sampling Tamdhu Dalbeallie 3 and Loch Lomond 12.  Best enjoyed with a dram or three.  Slainte`

This episode is released on International Women’s Day 2024 and the 2 Gordon’s celebrate with interviews with Juliette Buchan of Glenallachie and Emma Anderson, Editor-in-Chief at Allt om Whisky, Sweden’s premier whisky magazine.  The Gordons look at whether it is within the rules to put a geographical region on a Scotch whisky label that is not one of the official five regions.  They look forward to the Speyside and Islay festivals and ahead of Glengoyne’s Casks Unlocked event, talk about the beauty of dunnage warehouses.  Of course it wouldn’t be Whisky Unscripted without the usual challenges; You Have Arrived At Your Whisky Destination and for one week only, the Fife Distillery Challenge.  Drams sampled are Bowmore 15 Darkest and a 9yr Caol Ila Octave.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordons start a New Year with a new series bringing interviews from a very snowy Baden in Switzerland which would have made a wonderful Christmas Special – all will be explained.  Then it’s off to the capital of Scotland to visit Edinburgh’s newest whisky visitor attraction at the Scottish Whisky Experience and hear from the Chief Executive Susan Morrison.  In between all that Gordon and Gordon debate the idea of a new whisky region for the Scottish Islands, have a quick ‘Mystillery’ challenge, and give a Rosebank update all while sampling a Glengoyne 6-year-old and a Lagavulin 16.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon’s welcome scientist turned author, Mike Billet who has spent more than 20 years working and researching as a peatland scientist.  He gives a fascinating insight into his highly acclaimed new book which Charles Maclean is quoted on the front cover as saying, “I believe this to be amongst the most important books about whisky ever written”.   Gordon and Gordon delve into the world of peated whisky and while tasting, Inchdairnie’s Ryelaw and Thompson Brothers Caol Ila 9-year Octave.  This episode is all about peat including The Year That Changed Whisky, so sit back and smell the smoke!  Slainte`

Hold on to your hats!  This is a specially extended installment of Whisky Unscripted and has what you might call a world exclusive as we were the only podcast at Whiskey on the Rocks drinks spectacular at Red Rock Casino in Las Vegas.  We hear from the Rabbit Hole Distillery, The Oregon Spirit Distillers, Cody Van Dussen of Total Wine and More and some of the locals!  Gordon Dundas is challenged to come up with an increasingly popular phenomenon in bars – whisky flights and has to choose 3 whiskies to showcase Ian Macleod Distillers, the Island of Islay and the category that is Blended whisky.  We then travel to the Netherlands to capture some of the action from The Art of Drinks Wine and Spirit Festival including an interview with Stephen Cameron of the International Beverage Group, Joel de Kock of IMD and Guisi from Utrecht’s Malt Vault.  Gordon Dundas lists what the best whisky festivals to visit in Europe are. We then travel to the north of Scotland for an impromptu interview with legendary barmaid Meg, inside Aberdeen’s legendary whisky bar, The Grill.  Although its near midnight she talks about its long history, the regulars, and the changes she has seen in The Granite City after working for over 50 years as a barmaid.  Plus, the whisky gameshow almost no-one is talking about, ‘You Have Arrived at Your Whisky Destination’: whiskies tasted are the Tamdhu 18 Cask Strength Special Release, and West Bottoms Kansas City Whisky.  It’s a double length episode and you will certainly need a dram for this one.  It's a biggie!  Slainte`.

Join us for another Whisky Unscripted podcast hosted by the dynamic duo, the two Gordons! In this episode, we take you on a journey through the Kirsch House Fair in Bremen, where we've got a lineup of fascinating interviews lined up for you. Our guests include none other than the event's organizer and proprietor, Christoph Kirsch. We'll also be chatting with Paul Dempsey from Brave New Spirits, Gabriella representing Duncan Taylor, Kevin Madden hailing from West Cork Distillery, Anna Buchholz, the Head of Distilling at Hercynian Distillery, and last but certainly not least, Dave King, the Sales Director at Gordon and MacPhail. In addition to these engaging conversations, we delve into the intriguing world of the One of One Charity auction and challenge Gordon Dundas with the Real or Fake Distillery Name Game. Plus, we savor a fine whisky tasting experience with the Timorous Beasty 18 years. So, pour yourself a dram, and let's embark on this spirited journey together. Slàinte!

It's a bumper (which means longer than usual) episode featuring 'The Water of Life' director, Greg Swartz in conversation with roving reporter Mike Brown.  The 2 Gordon's are at Clydeside Distillery in Glasgow chatting to Alistair McDonald ex-Auchentoshan manager now Clydeside Distillery manager before heading back to the studio to cover a whole range of whisky topics from China, Gordon and Macphail, Billy Walker, old whisky and new releases.  Dallas pitches movie ideas to 'commissioning editor' Dundas while both enjoy a Glengoyne Teapot Dram and a Glengoyne Scottish Oak 15.  This is one for that long dog walk.  Enjoy!

In this episode Gordon Dundas is off to China and talks about this emerging market and the latest whisky news.  Independent bottling features throughout this episode and is just one of the topics Kenny McDonald of Dram Mor group talks about in a fascinating interview conducted at Cameron House on the banks of Loch Lomond.  This butcher turned ambassador, turned Independent Bottler talks about his whisky journey and the ins and outs of acquiring casks, bottling, and then selling them under his own label.  It’s a real insight into the front line of indie bottling.  There is of course a challenge and Gordon Dallas launches the Whisky Unscripted Summer Book Club.  Slainte`

There has been a bit of a gap between episodes, but the 2 Gordons are back with the usual mix of whisky chat and challenges.  Gordon Dundas leads a tribute to the late Paul McDonagh of The Bon Accord while Mike Brown of IMD takes us through some summer whisky cocktails.  There's a new Hashtag challenge, with the regular feature You Have Reached Your Whisky Destination all combined with some great whisky conversation about travel retail in airports this summer and much more.  All best enjoyed with a dram.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordons welcome you as always to a mix of whisky fun, fact, and features.  Their irregular section entitled, An Insider’s Guide this week stars John McElwee who has been taking tourists around Scotland for over 25 years and now specializes in whisky tourism.  The best distillery tours, the most interesting spots to drink a dram and his favourite tipple are just some of the areas covered in a fascinating insight to one of the great whisky jobs out there.  The 2 Gordon’s talk about the Campbletown and Feis Isle Festivals while looking at some of the other great whisky festivals of the world.   Anders Nostrom chairman of SMAD one of Swedens largest whisky clubs explains just how long it takes to pour for 170 guests in Borlange!  And there’s just time to play the legendary game You Have Arrived at Your Whisky Destination!   It is a whisky show but not as you know it!  Slainte`

It’s The 2023 Spirit of Speyside Festival and the 2 Gordons bring you a very special podcast from the heart of the action from The Opening Gala Dinner via Tamdhu to The Friday Night Ceilidh.  George McNeil the Festival chairman joins us for a chat to discuss the success and impact of the festival on the wider community.  Dean Jode, Head of Whisky Creations at Murray McDavid talks about why they decided to become the official host of the event at Dallas Dhu and the difficulties involved being the auctioneer at the Gala Dinner!  Tamdhu Manager, Sandy McIntyre, reveals what it was like being crowned Ambassador of The Year at the opening night Gala Dinner, (a complete surprise), as well as seeing his much-loved Tamdhu 12 and Tamdhu 18 picking up Gold Awards at the SOSF awards.  Listen out for listener Alex from the Netherlands and Michael Brown the latest recruit to the IMD Ambassadorial team.  Drams tasted Dalbeallie 6 and Cragganmore 12 Port Wine Finish.  Best enjoyed wearing a touch of tartan.  Slainte`.

We are on the High Seas with this episode featuring interviews from the Cinderella Ferry Travel Retail Whisky Festival ft Brown Forman's Global Brand Ambassador Stewart Buchanan, Dougal Barr of Douglas Laing, Graeme Mackay of Adelphi and Ardnamurchan, Juhis Virkola of Finnwhisky and the Sundsvalle Whisky Club, Sweden's oldest whisky society. Gordon Dundas mulls over the latest whisky news and delves into the increasingly confusing world of whisky categories while Gordon Dallas unveils the Grape or Grain challenge.  Whiskies sampled, Berry Bros. Blended Malt and The Glengoyne 17. Best enjoyed with a dram.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordons pay tribute to Ian Macleod’s former Managing Director Peter Russell.  George McNeil, Chairman of The Spirit of Speyside Festival gives us the low down on tickets sold as well as the preparations ahead for this year’s festival while Jason McCabe, Head Stillman at Rosebank Distillery  gives us an exclusive update on progress of this legendary lowland malt as it reawakens back to life.  Whiskies tasted are the Glengoyne 15 and The 8-Year-Old Isle of Skye Blended Scotch.  Best enjoyed with a dram.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordons celebrate the first show of January 2023 by speaking to whisky fan and Olympic Silver Medalist, Luke Patience who as a world class sailor only wants to see rocks in his Scotch!  They speak to Cody Reynolds of Angus Dundee at the Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh during the legendary Distillers Fair.  There’s a look at whisky anniversaries in 2023 and of course no Whisky Unscripted is complete without the ‘You Have Reached Your Whisky Destination challenge’.  Happy New Year to all.  Slainte`

It’s Part 2 of our travel special which starts with the 2 Gordon’s bringing their top Whisky Ambassadorial Travel Tips!  We visit The Athens Bar Show and speak to whisky expert and lecturer at the University of West Attica Dr George Papadogoulas ahead of his masterclass on terroir.  It’s then off to Budapest to speak to Gergely Racz of the Budapest Whisky Society who lifts the lid on the Hungarian whisky scene.  Our travels end in Frankfurt at Germany’s oldest whisky fair, Interwhisky, as we speak to its organizer and chief, Christian Rosenberg who also publishes Germany’s most successful whisky magazine The Whisky Botschafter.  We hope you enjoy this episode.  All aboard!  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon’s present a 2-part travel special with interviews from The Hague, Athens and Budapest.  In the absence of a collective noun for whisky ambassadors let’s just say there is a glug of them here with Connal from Ardnamurchan, Shilton from Milk and Honey, Celine from Elixir, Ciara from Isle of Raasay, Alex from Compass Box and Scott from Tomatin along with Distillery Manager Iain from Glen Scotia!  Plus, Peaty Pete features in Listener of the Month who was also on his travels in Scotland!    Slainte`

The 2 Gordons take on the theme of NEW!  Interviews with Asko Ryynanen, Master Distiller at Valamo.  Nick Binderer from Slyrs Distillery, and Dave Cummings the 50-year-old whisky virgin.   There's the Innovations in Whisky Quiz and the 'You Have Reached Your Whisky Destination' challenge and plenty of whisky chat all around the theme of New. The Tamdhu Cigar Malt and The Lindores Cask Strength Bourbon Barrel release are tasted.  Slainte`.

The 2 Gordons bring you Royal Special in the week of Queen Elizabeth's sad passing.  Royal connections to the world of whisky past and present are discussed.  We also visit The Cotswolds Distillery to meet Rob Patchett (Global Brand Ambassador) and discover another distillery being built on site and discover more about this English Single malt gem! Lets raise a glass to the passing of The Queen and another for King Charles III.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordons start the new series with a trip to Islay.  Hear from  Distillery Manager David Turner of Bowmore, Laphroaig Distillery Manager, Barry MacAffer,  Bruichladdich Distillery Manager Alan Logan AND The Islay Boys - Mackay Smith and Donald McKenzie who talk exclusively about the plans for Islay's newest distillery.  Mikey Sim of Smokehead joins in on the action too.  Best enjoyed with a dram!

It's a double length Summer Special as the 2 Gordons get the very latest from RosebankManager Malcolm Rennie.  Mikey Sim of Smokehead plays Whose Booze Is It Anyway.  Global Brand Ambassador Jamie Morrison talks about working for the wonderful Glenturret Distillery and we hear from Master of the Quaich, Bernhard Schäfer about The Highland Circle Whisky Club, Germany's oldest.  Plus there's room for, You Have Arrived at Your Whisky Destination, Whisky News and the Great Debate - Is Whisky A Summer Drink?  The 2 Gordons are taking a break over July 22 and will be back late Aug 22 with series 6.  Slainte`

S5 Episode 6 - Becky Paskin in conversation with Gordon Dundas.  The Campbeltown Festival, her online tasting business, as well as inclusivity in the world of whisky are just some of the topics discussed!  The 2 Gordon’s engage in the ‘You Have Arrived at Your Whisky Destination’ challenge.  The A-Z’s of whisky people is on the letter ‘C’. Whiskies tasted include The Benriach 12 and Glen Grant 10.  Best enjoyed with a dram or two!  Slainte.

The 2 Gordon’s invite you on the road with a special episode which sees our Whisky Ambassadors in London, Chicago, New York and Wishaw.  Thanks to Hollywood legend William H Macy as well as Gordon and MacPhail’s Richard Urquhart, Neil Mathieson of Torabhaig Distillery, Whisky Magazine’s Christopher Coates, The Artisan’s Derek Mather, Mike Miller of Delilah’s bar in Chicago, Andi Ryan and Nicole Gilbert of J Rieger’s and former Master of Scotch, Marty Duffy of Glencairn.  We hope you enjoy joining us on our travels.  Slainte`

Join the 2 Gordons as they bring you a flavour of The 2022 Spirit of Speyside Festival while working at Tamdhu celebrating the release of the new 18year old, their 125th anniversary and their 10th anniversary under Ian Macleod's ownership.  Susan Colville from Benromach, Douglas Cook of Brown-Forman, James Robertson of Brindisa, Alistair Mateer @Spiritandwood, and of course Sandy McIntyre and several others join us for an out-and-about special as the eyes of the whisky world fall on Speyside.  Slainte`

There's a plethora of voices from the whisky world including the distilleries of Arran, Boann, Loch Lomond, Penderyn, and Tomatin as well as some wonderful people from around the Birmingham area; Loki Wines and Spirits, The Physician Bar as well as Decanter Spirits in Bromsgrove.  The 2 Gordons have time for the Whisky Trippin' challenge and cast forward to the whisky events happening in April 2022.  All best enjoyed with a dram!  Slainte`

There's a special report from the Camelon street outside Rosebank Distillery on the day the Stills arrive.  The 2 Gordon's look at some of the women who have shaped whisky on International Women's Day.  There's 2 new challenges in the form of Whisky Trippin' and Whiskle.  Drams tasted are the Highland Park 25 and a Teeling 13 year old single grain red wine finish.  Whisky lovers of the world unite!  Slainte`.

A warm welcome to the 5th series of this podcast with an exclusive interview from Rosebank’s Distillery Manager Malcolm Rennie.  Malcolm talks about his luminous career from his start in the industry on Islay with his father to taking the reins at the iconic King of The Lowlands, Rosebank.   The 2 Gordons talk about the ‘closed’ distilleries of the past, Macallan Reach and what they got up to in January while drinking Tamdhu Distinction and Penderyn Portwood.  It looks set for another great series of whisky chat, challenges and guests.  Enjoy!

The Pot Still Bar in Glasgow is a veritable institution with many awards and accolades so what better way to end this season than to visit proprietor Frank Murphy and bring some of the Whisky Unscripted end-of-year fun to this wonderful whisky bar.  There are challenges, a chance meeting from the past, talk of Ed Sheerin and Prince Albert of Monaco plus a small trip to Glengoyne at the end!  We will return!  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon's talk 'sustainability' post Cop26 and what this means for the whisky industry. Mr Dundas unveils the very latest Tamdhu - The Tamdhu Quercus Alba Distinction while Mr Dallas whisks us to Amsterdam with exclusive interviews from The Art of Drink from Ross Lawrence of Loch Lomond Distillery, Dale Perry from Douglas Laing, Koenraad De Clercq from Filliers Distillery and organiser Luuk olde Monnikhof from De Monnick Dranken.  If this was a Highball you'd have to remove the ice as there's so much whisky chat we can hardly fit it all in!  Enjoy!

The 2 Gordon's are on the road quite literally with Gordon Dundas in a Mercedes on an Autobahn out of Hamburg with a rather expensive bottle of whisky strapped in the back seat.  Meanwhile Gordon Dallas still in his 'sauna' plays audio from the recent whisky festival in Ayr Town Hall - Whisky An 'A That with Robbie's Dram Club. You'll hear from Ambassadors (and a Master Blender) from Lindores, Glenfarclas, Tomintoul, Tomatin, Mackmyra, Benromach and The Glasgow Distillery as well as Robin the organiser and some happy attendees.   Now this is what podcasts were made for! Slainte`

The 2 Gordons celebrate the return of live whisky shows!  Gordon Dundas gives a flavour of his Masterclass delivered at Whisky Live London (October 2021) tasting The Rosebank 30, a Rosebank Single Cask, the Glengoyne 50, a Tamdhu 16 Single Cask American Oak and A 1976 Tamdhu European Oak Single Cask.  Gordon Dallas samples 6 Isles Blended Malt while  the chat ranges from the recent inductees to The Keepers of The Quaich to sustainability in the whisky industry in light of Cop26 via aged Blends.   It's Gordons doubled just like your whisky should be!  Slainte!

Join the 2 Gordon's for another fun and fact filled episode featuring Jason Milne the Creative Director of Design and Experiential Agency, Contagious, who chats about his work at Macallan, Glengoyne, Glenturret and the Great Jones Distillery in Manhatten.  Also Philip Kingscott of Edinburgh Gin, yes that's right GIN joins us for the Whisky v Gin challenge.  Best enjoyed with a dram or a G&T! Enjoy

Getting the 2 Gordon's to Glengoyne Distillery to record this podcast wasn't the problem, getting them out was! Warehouse Team Leader, Blair shows them the Dunnage Warehouses and a quick trip to the shop sees then look at and discuss the 50yr old! Features include Gordon Dundas' Listillery, Whisky News, The Play-Offs and The Peat Challenge! It's a Whisky Podcast but not as you know it!

The 2 Gordons launch Series 4 with a visit to the Festival city of Edinburgh.  Usquabae Bar, The Pear Tree and The Scotch Whisky Experience are all visited by our hosts in this fun and informative whisky show always best enjoyed with a dram.  Thanks to Jean Yves Van de Keift (JY) and Paul Hastie of  Caledonian Heritable Ltd: Julie Trevisan-Hunter and Jethro from the Scotch Whisky Experience and to the many, many bar staff who made this episode possible!  Slainte`

It's the final episode of the series and the 2 Gordon's discuss the Islay Festival (Feis Ile), the rebirth of Brora, themes for a whisky night AND more importantly welcome the wonderful Laura Burt of Turnip The Beet who plays Cook, Drink or Pair with 3 whiskies while regaling with stories of super yachts and Harry Styles!  Tasting Caol Ila 12 and Smokehead Original.  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon's bring you their longest podcast yet, but it is worth it!  The manager of Tamdhu, Sandy McIntyre gives his inside view of the recent virtual Spirit of Speyside Festival while Patric Lutz of Charles Hofer SA is the guest on the 'Insider's Guide To....', this week, it's the insiders guide to being a whisky distributor.  Plus all the usual whisky chat and whisky tastings.  Best enjoyed with a dram, maybe 2 with this bumper episode!  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon's of Ian Macleod Distillers Ltd are joined by the BOSS of Ian Macleod Distillers.

Gordon Dundas meets Dave Cummings from Wisconsin, star of Whiskey Tribe's, "first drink of his life" video. No spoilers but he's 50 years old and decides to start with a single malt close to our hearts!  There's the usual look at the Whisky News and the challenge, I've got the answer, what's the question continues!  Slainte`

The 2 Gordon's are joined by Ian Macleod's Stuart Hendry who recently was announced in the World Whisky Awards as Visitor Attraction Manager of the Year.  Stuart talks about the changes the industry has seen and how he's helped shape Glengoyne into a world class visitor attraction.  Mixologist Michael Sim gives Gordon Dallas a masterclass on how to make the perfect Whisky Sour and Gordon Dundas faces the 'what's the question' challenge.  Tastings this week are a Berry Bros and Rudd blended malt, and a rare Glengoyne Single Cask.  Slainte`

It's our 10,000 download show ft James Campbell - Chairman of the Spirit of Speyside Festival talking about May's virtual event. We talk food and whisky pairing with almond entrepreneur, Diego Borras. Plus we have Objects That Changed The Course of Whisky History +The Whisky Name Game Challenge. Tastings this week are the Kilkerran 8 Year Old, and a Linkwood 12 Year Old. Slainthe`

In the week that started with International Women’s Day, the 2 Gordons talk about some of the great women in the industry past and present before heading to South Island, New Zealand to speak to  Sarah Elsom, Master Distiller at Cardrona Distillery.  The 2 Gordon’s sample 3 of its finest drams while hearing some of the stories from Cardrona’s first 5 years.  There’s just time to sample The World Whisky Awards(WMA’s) category winner of Best Single Cask, Single Malt Scotch – Iain Whitecross’s Tamdhu, before answering questions from the mailbag!  Watch, listen or stream, either way just make sure a dram is at hand! Slainte`

The 2 Gordon's welcome Iain Burnett, Master Chocolatier and winner of World Truffle of the Year for his legendary Dark Velvet Truffle.  They talk about whisky pairing and why chocolate makes such a good partner.  Iain is challenged to match his chocolates with a Laphroaig 10, a Hibiki and a Glengoyne 21.  The Gordon's talk about the recent whisky awards while sampling a Fettercairn and a Tamdhu Single Cask which won World's Best Single Cask!  Enjoy with a dram and a bit of chocolate.  Iain's award winning truffles can be found here.

The 2 Gordon’s look at the world of selling whisky in the company of Danielle Murphy and Douglas Wylie both Sales Managers at Ian Macleod Distillers and both with very interesting backgrounds.  One was a croupier, dealing cards on the high seas around the Caribbean and the Mediterranean, the other represented Scotland at Rugby Union.  Featured in this episode is Kevin Moore, independent retailer talking about his business the Scottish Gantry.  Whiskies tasted, include Auchentoshan, Lagavulin 16, Smokehead and Tamdhu.  Best enjoyed with a dram.  Slainthe`

The 2 Gordon's are back for 2021 with an introduction to the new series with new features, including The World of Whisky in 10 Objects; whisky news and what's in store for the rest of the season!  Tastings include Tamdhu Batch 5, a 36 year old single grain and a Glengoyne 18. Slainthe`

It's the last show of the series and the 2 Gordon's are in a festive mood as they over indulge in a generous portion of whisky chat and challenges.  Christmas Greetings come from Diego Borras in Spain, Juhis Virkkula in Finland and Sandy McIntyre all the way from Tamdhu with a special guest appearance by blues musician, Dave Arcari.  There's also a montage of the best of the guests featuring Preston van Winkle and Joanna Lumley to name but 2!  This is a cracking Christmas show best enjoyed with a dram.  We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Slainte`

The Insiders Guide To Scotch Whisky looks at the importance of mashing this week with Lauren Oliver of Glengoyne giving us her unique perpective. There's all the usual mixture of fun and knowledge as the 2 Gordon's look at whisky gifts that may or may not be on your list, try to finish the A-Z's of Scotch Whisky despite the letter Z, and construct a Whisky Advent Calendar, ideal for anyone who loves their whisky. Whisky Unscripted really is the perfect accompaniment to the festive period.

It's a show of two extremes as the 2 Gordon's celebrate the release of Glengoyne's oldest ever Expression - the 50 year old! Meanwhile, Alex Bruce of Adelphi fame talks about opening one of Scotland's newest distilleries, Ardmamurchan. There's time for the A-Z's of Scotch Whisky which this week is on the letter R. Enjoy with a dram or a dog walk!

It is an American special with elections and Thanksgiving in the month of November and we delve into whiskey from across the pond. We are joined by Preston Van Winkle of the legendary Bourbon brand Pappy Van Winkle The Van Winkle brand is arguably the most prestigious and sought after in the world and we are delighted Preston took time out to join us! This was all the excuse the 2 Gordon’s needed to delve into the wonderful and plentiful world of American whisky. Enjoy!

Episode 8. Euan Mitchell of Isle of Arran Distillers, the American Election & International Sherry Week! These are just some of the areas the 2 Gordons tackle in their own inimitable way as they also take on the A-Z of Scotch Whisky with the letter Q, a game of Top Trumps (no pun intended), and round-up all the whisky news. All this while drinking a Rosebank 30 and a Finnish Rye Whisky. Original, informative and fun, enjoy!