One Nation Under Whisky

Season 3, Ep 17 -- A deep conversation with Raasay Distillery's Master Distiller, Iain Robertson

We're not sure who's more excited: Joshua and Jason getting to talk to Raasay Distillery's Master Distiller, Iain Robertson, or Iain talking to his favorite whisky podcast hosts, Joshua & Jason!
Regardless, the conversation was broad and deep and no details were left out when it comes to the talk of fermentation, distillation, and Maturation at Raasay distillery. What makes Raasay different from the other 130+ distilleries in Scotland? Listen in and find out!
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 16 -- A very special project with Catoctin Creek Distillery

...we hope that got your attention!
Yes, Joshua and Jason announce a very special project with Catoctin Creek and, yes, Kilchoman distillery!
On top of this Becky Harris, Catoctin Creek's Chief Distiller and Owner, discusses how distilling the whisky for this project is different from all other whisky they distilled. Plus, Scott Harris, Becky's husband, General Manager, and owner of Catoctin Creek, brings us up-to-date regarding the tariffs on American whisky exported to Europe and his fight to lift the tariffs to help protect American jobs.
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 15 -- Getting Geeky about Penderyn Distillery w/ David Cover

It's nice when a brand ambassador is a whisky enthusiast and connoisseur rather than just a pretty face. Lucky, for David Cover, he's also got the good looks to compliment his whisky-geekdom!
Listen in as David Cover (pronounced Co-ver rather than Cu-ver) takes us through the entire Penderyn process of their single malt whisky production which is quite different from how single malt is made in the rest of the world. 
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 14 -- Master of Maturation with Maker's Mark, Jane Bowie!

It's common knowledge/scientific fact that around 70-75% of flavor in whisky is dictated by the casks said whisky matures in. Given this, a job title such as "Master of Maturation" surely holds great importance at *any* distillery. Listen in as Jason discussed all things Maker's Mark with the inimitable Jane Bowie, Master of Maturation at Maker's Mark Distillery.
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 13 -- Deep dive into Mezcal with Alan Grublauskas of Oyamel Cocina Mexicana

Whisky. Whisky, whisky, whisky, and occasionally, whiskEy. 
Sometimes it's nice to have a little break from our favorite drink (whisky) and delve into different worlds. This time around we're delving deep into the world of Agave spirits, our 2nd favorite drinks category, and specifically Mezcal (though we do touch on raicilla, tequila, and even a non -gave spirit known as Sotol).
Having an expert like Alan Grubauskas to guide the conversation was invaluable and we thank him greatly for his time.
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 12 -- Milk & Honey Distillery - a conversation with Tal and Tomer

It's amazing to think that nearly every country in the world now creates some sort of whisky. Israel is no exception though we can vouch that whisky from Israel is exceptional. "Whisky from Israel?!" you might say. "Yes," says us, "whisky from the land of milk and honey."
Joshua was recently in Tel Aviv (his first time ever in Israel). Listen in as Joshua has a conversation with Tal and Tomer from Milk & Honey distillery.
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 11 -- Famed Whisky and Spirits Writer Dave Broom

When it comes to the world of whisky and spirits writing there are a few names bigger than our friend Dave Broom. Joshua and Jason met up with Dave Broom at Kilchoman Distillery back in May during the 2019 Feis Ile "Islay Festival of Malt and Music." Dave Broom was brilliant and the conversation was all that they boys could hope for!
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 10 -- Anthony Wills of Kilchoman Distillery - a no holds barred conversation

Joshua and Jason consider themselves incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to travel all over the world to interview some of the most interesting people within the whisky-making industry (and each guest is as interesting as the next). Few, however, are able answer things as candidly as the good Anthony Wills does in this episode. It's his distillery so he gets to do things and talk the way he likes. We like this. We are thankful for this. 
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 9 -- Discussing whisky production w/Bowmore Distillery Manager David Turner

It's not every day you're on Islay. It's not every day you're on Islay during Feis Ile (the Islay Festival of Music and Malt), and it's not every day you're on Islay during Feis Ile and interviewing Bowmore Distillery Manager David Turner in the famous Bowmore No. 1 Vaults. Joshua and Jason have a nice chat with David Turner regarding Bowmore and what it is, what they do, how they do.
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

Season 3, Ep 8 -- Emmy Award Winning Actor Matthew Rhys and the drinking with him thereof

Well, this is mighty peculiar! An Emmy Award winning actor, the one and only Matthew Rhys, on our cheeky wee whisky podcast? Oh yes! Listen in as Joshua and Jason talk with Matthew Rhys (did we mention he's an EMMY AWARD WINNING ACTOR?!) about whisky, acting, dad jokes, kill rooms, Wales, Penderyn single malt Welsh whisky, and also, the boys drink some fine and rare whiskies with Mr. Rhys. Super fun stuff.
So, as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation!
Special thanks to:
- Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song- Moana McAuliffe for designing our Podcast Logo- RØDE for making *really* great microphones- Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers- Olympus and Tascam for making fine mobile recording devices- Joshua Hatton for producing and editing