The Scotchcast

Michael Jacksons Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch 6th Ed.

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

DRAMatics

Jeff — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 01:11:45 +0000

As we come to the close of another calendar year for The Scotchcast, we are joined by special guest Brent for a tasting of Springbank 15 year and Bunnahabhain 18 year.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Auchentoshan 12 year and Dalmore 15 year.

Promo: Technorama

Distilleries

Springbank - http://www.springbankwhisky.com/

Bunnahabhain - http://www.bunnahabhain.com/

Tasting Notes

Springbank

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible

Bunnahabhain

Michael Jacksons Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch 6th Ed.

Whisky Magazine #95

Miscellaneous

Living Proof Brewcast

Living Proof Brewcast Hoppin’ from Stouts to Scotch with Chip

So Many Whiskies

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

www.ministryofpeculiaroccurrences.com

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Time out for some beer

Chip — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 14:30:06 +0000

Very recently, I (Chip) put away my scotch glass and pulled out my pint glass for a bit of beer and conversation with Thomas and John from the Living Proof Brewcast. We drank a terrific imperial stout from the Hoppin' Frog Brewery in Akron, OH. and talked about beer...and scotch. A great time was had by all, and hopefully they will be joining us soon for a bit of the single malt. I highly recommend you check out their site and podcast, particularly if you enjoy craft beer. They taste many wonderful beers and give you great information on beer and their experiences making their own. The podcast can be found at http://livingproofbrewcast.com, and here is a link to the current episode where I did my guest spot.

Independents Pt. 4: Connoisseurs Choice

Jeff — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 01:28:57 +0000

A connoisseur is a person who has a great deal of knowledge about the fine arts, cuisines, or is an expert judge in matters of taste. While we here at The Scotchcast don't claim to be experts the folks responsible for producing tonights selections, the Mannochmore 16 year and Inchgower 1993, most certainly are.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Springbank 15 year and Bunnahabhain 18 year.

Promo: Whiskeycast

Distilleries

Mannochmore - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/mannochmore.htm

Inchgower - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/inchgower.htm

Tasting Notes

Mannochmore

whiskyfun.com

Inchgower

masterofmalt.com

Miscellaneous

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

For those that never know the light,
The darkness is a sullen thing;
And they, the Children of the Night,
Seem lost in Fortune's winnowing...

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Children of the Night

Jeff — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 01:15:33 +0000

Join the Scotchcast for a taste of darkness that is far from sullen! This time around we'll be tasting one of the darkest scotches we've ever seen and one with some of the most interesting colors, the Cu Dhub and Bruichladdich 1989 Black Art.

Next time we'll be tasting the Mannochmore 16 year and Arran 1998.

Promo: 99-Penny Dreadfuls

Distilleries

Speyside - http://www.speysidedistillers.co.uk/index.php

Bruchladdich - http://www.bruichladdich.com/

Tasting Notes

Cu Dhub

Royal Mile Whiskies

Bruichladdich 1989 Black Art

Bruichladdich

Miscellaneous

Red Line Theatre

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

Michael Jacksons Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch 6th Ed.

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

A Walk in the Woods; Pt. 3

Jeff — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 22:36:20 +0000

On this, our third expedition into the woods, we'll be taking a look at the Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or (Sautern cask) and the Balvenie Caribbean Rum Cask. We'll be joined for this round by a returning special guest, and we have another huge thank you to one of our listeners.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Bowmore Dusk and Bruichladdich 1989 Black Art.

Promo: DruidCast

Distilleries

Glenmorangie - http://www.glenmorangie.com/

Balvenie - http://www.thebalvenie.com/

Tasting Notes

Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or

Whisky Magazine #70

Balvenie Caribbean Rum Cask

What Does John Know; News and views from John Hansell

Miscellaneous

Dragon*Con

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

Michael Jacksons Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch 6th Ed.

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Scotchcast #52 delayed

Jeff — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 02:30:04 +0000

Unfortunately there will be delay in the release of Scotchcast #52. As we noted on our Facebook page, the Scotchcast is at Dragon*Con. Sadly my MacBook did not survive the trip to Atlanta and I was in process of editing the show as we traveled. We'll get it out to you as soon as we can. Thanks for your patience and understanding.

The Bronze Age

Jeff — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 20:58:43 +0000

The Bronze Age is a period characterized by the use of copper and its alloy bronze as the chief hard materials in the manufacture of implements and weapons. While the items we have this time, namely the Ben Nevis 10 year and Aberlour 12 year Double Cask Matured, can hardly be described as containing anything "hard", they both do contain some qualities of bronze and one even has a taste of copper. At least Jeff thinks so...

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or (Sautern) and the Balvenie Rum Cask.

Promo: How to Grow Your Geek

Distilleries

Ben Nevis - http://www.bennevisdistillery.com/

Aberlour - http://www.aberlour.com/

Tasting Notes

Ben Nevis

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible

Dalwhinnie

Michael Jacksons Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch 6th Ed.

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible

Miscellaneous

patrickemclean.com

The Malted Muse Podcast

The Whiskycast Podcast

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

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Special Edition

Jeff — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:59:48 +0000

Special edition! Read all about it! The Scotchcast marks it's 50th show!

While it is our 50th show, the "Special Editions" are actually the scotches we'll be tasting this time around. They are the Oban Distiller's Edition and Dalwhinnie Distiller's Edition 1992. We are joined for the occasion by two very special friends, and We'll also be discussing some listener feedback. So join in the fun as we realize we've been through ONE HUNDRED bottles of scotch, and we don't plan on stopping anytime soon!

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Ben Nevis 10 year and Aberlour 12year Double Cask Matured.

Promo: Marc Gunn's Irish and Celtic Music Podcast

Distilleries

Oban - http://www.discovering-distilleries.com/oban

Dalwhinnie - http://www.discovering-distilleries.com/dalwhinnie

Tasting Notes

Oban

Malts.com

Dalwhinnie

MasterofMalt.com

Miscellaneous

The Signal podcast

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Some Times You Feel Like a Nut

Jeff — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 03:09:30 +0000

Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don't. Chances are, after this round of The Scotchcast, you might all think we are the nuts! Join us for all the fun as we taste the Drumguish and Deanston 12 year.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Oban Distiller's Edition and the Dalwhinnie Distiller's Edition 1992

Distilleries

Drumguish - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/drumguish.htm

Deanston - http://www.whisky.com/brands/deanston_brand.html

Tasting Notes

Drumguish

The Complete Guide To Single Malt Scotch

Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2009 Edition

Deanston

The Complete Guide To Single Malt Scotch

Whisky Magazine #11

Miscellaneous

Liquor.com - Your expert guide to all things liquor and spirits.

Liquor.com Email Newsletter

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The 8-Ball

Jeff — Sun, 08 May 2011 17:29:53 +0000

Put your quarter on the rail, rack 'em up, and join The Scotchcast for a round of 8-Ball. This time though we won't be using cues we'll be using our glasses for a tasting of two 8 year olds, the Glen Garioch 8 year and Old Pulteney 8 year G&M.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Drumguish and the Deanston 12 year.

Distilleries

Glen Garioch - http://www.glengarioch.com/

Old Pulteney - http://www.oldpulteney.com/

Tasting Notes

Glen Garioch

Whisky Magazine Issue #12

Old Pulteney

Whisky Magazine Issue #37

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Appe-teaser

Jeff — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 01:57:51 +0000

Welcome to The Scotchcast, let us show you to your table. Though after tonight's appe-teasers you might not need a main course! This time around we'll be tasting the Miltonduff 10 year and Auchentoshan Classic.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Glen Garioch 8 year and Old Pulteney 8 year G&M.

Promo: MOPO: Tales From The Archives

Distilleries

Miltonduff - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/miltonduff.htm

Auchentoshan - http://www.auchentoshan.co.uk/

Tasting Notes

Miltonduff

Miltonduff notes at Master of Malt

Auchentoshan

Whisky Magazine Issue #72

Miscellaneous

http://www.pjballantine.com

http://www.teemorris.com

Liquor Control Board of Ontario

Liquor Control Board of Ontario iPhone App from Hippo Foundry

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The Sidhe

Jeff — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 22:30:06 +0000

Céad míle fáilte romhat! It's once again March, spring is just around the corner and, of course, it's soon to be St. Patrick's Day. That means it's time for The Scotchcast to take a look at some whiskeys from our friends across Sruth na Maoile. Those whiskeys will be the Michael Collins Single Malt and Connemara Cask Strength, and we are excited to be joined for this round by the wonderful A. Kovacs.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Miltonduff 10 year and Auchentoshan Select.

Distilleries

Cooley - http://www.cooleywhiskey.com/

Tasting Notes

Michael Collins Single Malt

Whisky Magazine #58

Connemara Cask Strength

Whisky Magazine #43

Scott Sigler's GALACTIC FOOTBALL LEAGUE SERIES eBooks and Audiobooks

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Down by the Glenside

Jeff — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 01:48:26 +0000

Join the Scotchcast as we take a leisurely stroll down by the glenside. Along the way we'll be tasting the Glenburgie 15 year and the Glencadam 15 year. Who knows, maybe we'll even run across an old woman picking young nettles and humming a song. Though come to think of it, it might be more appropriate if we met her next month...

Join us next time for our annual "Irish" show when we'll be tasting Michael Collins Single Malt and Connemara Cask Strength.

Distilleries

Glenburgie - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/glenburgie.htm

Glencadam - http://www.glencadamdistillery.co.uk/

Tasting Notes

http://www.pjballantine.com

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Big Mac Attack

Jeff — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:29:16 +0000

Two Speyside scotches, special box, lots of cash, pepper, chocolate and a quarter point score!

While that little shout-out to an old commercial jingle from a certain fast-food establishment might date me a little, it is appropriate for this round of The Scotchcast. We'll be tasting two of the biggest "Macs" around, the Macallan Fine Oak 15 year and Macallan Sherry Oak 18 year. As we announced last time we'll be introducing the use of quater points in our scoring starting with this show and if you'd like to check out the special presentation box the Sherry Oak 18 arrived in, please check out the Facebook page for a few photos.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Glenburgie 15 year and Glencadam 15 year.

Promos: The Infinite and the Beyond - Marc Gunn's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast -

Distilleries

Macallan - http://www.themacallan.com/

Tasting Notes

Macallan Fine Oak 15 year:

Whisky Magazine #42

Macallan Sherry Oak 18 year:

The Scotchcast Facebook Page

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

The Queen’s Dram

Jeff — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 01:30:37 +0000

While tonight's drams are certainly fit for a Queen, you won't need to request an audience with Her Majesty to try them. Join the Scotchcast and very special guest Ari as we taste the Laphroaig Quarter Cask and Ardbeg Uigeadail.

We do a quick tasting of a special dram from the fine folks at Master of Malt, and we announce a change in The Scotchcast scoring system coming in January of 2011.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Macallan Fine Oak 15 year and Macallan Sherry Oak 18 year.

Promos: Marc Gunn's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast - How To Grow Your Geek

Distilleries

Laphroaig - http://www.laphroaig.com/

Ardbeg - http://www.ardbeg.com/

Tasting Notes

Laphroaig:

Ardbeg:

http://www.ayperidance.com/

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

People’s Choice Podcast Awards 2010

Chip — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:34:44 +0000

Well, it's that time of the year again. The nominations are in, and for the 2nd year in a row, The Scotchcast has been nominated for a People's Choice Podcast Award. First of all, Jeff, Michael, and I would like to thank all of you who nominated us in the Food & Drink category. Second, it is now time to get out and vote! From December 1st through December 15th, you can cast your vote for your favorite podcasts in a number of categories over at the People's Podcast Awards. While it is nice to be nominated, winning would be very cool, too. Please consider going to the site daily to cast your vote for us and for the other great podcasts that have been nominated. Again, we are humbled by the fact that our listeners have gotten us on the short list once again. Thank you!

The Good Earth

Jeff — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:39:41 +0000

November returns us to the time of harvest when the Good Earth gives of its bounty to support us through the long cold winter months to come. Two of those bounties that will be keeping The Scotchcast warm are the Glen Ord 12 year and the Glen Garioch 15 year which we'll be tasting this time around.

We'll also be virtually joining listeners Les and Adam as they take us to the Stone Mountain Highland Games for their impressions of some scotches they encountered there.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Laphroaig Quarter Cask and the Ardbeg Uigeadail.

Promos: Geist - Metamor City Podcast

Distilleries

Glen Ord - http://www.discovering-distilleries.com/glenord/

Glen Garioch - http://www.glengarioch.com/

Tasting Notes

Glen Ord:

The Complete Guide To Single Malt Scotch 4th Edition

Whisky Magazine #31 -

Glen Garioch:

The Complete Guide To Single Malt Scotch 5th Edition

Whisky Magazine #12 -

Miscellaneous

WhiskyCast

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Honey, I’m Home!

Jeff — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:02:22 +0000

Hang up your coat and hat and relax with The Scotchcast as we enjoy a hint of honey from the Highlands in our tasting of Glengoyne 10 year and Balvenie Founder's Reserve 10 year. We'll listen to some voicemail, then stay tuned at the end of the show for a special charity announcement.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Glen Ord 12 year and Glen Garioch 15 yr.

Promos: Books of the Order

Distilleries

Glengoyne - http://www.glengoyne.com/

Balvenie - http://www.thebalvenie.com//

Tasting Notes

Glengoyne:

Balvenie:

Spirit of astar - the Timbuktu Challange

Miscellaneous

The Signal

http://www.pjballantine.com

Tee Morris

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Scarborough Faire

Jeff — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:02:02 +0000

While the title of this month's Scotchcast may have you thinking of parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme, we actually found things a little more like butter, pipes, old leather, and grass.

See what the heck we mean as you join us for a tasting of the Auchentoshan 10 year and the Glenfarclas 10 year. We'll also take a look back at last month's show with a short dicusion on why we decided to consider it an "Independents" show, and we'll cover some listener feedback as well.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Balvenie Founder’s Reserve 10 year and the Glen Goyne 10 yr.

Promos: Star Trek: Outpost - Marc Gunn's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast

Distilleries

Auchentoshan - http://www.auchentoshan.co.uk/

Glenfarclas - http://www.glenfarclas.co.uk/

Tasting Notes

Auchentoshan:

Whisky Magazine #53 -

Glenfarclas:

http://www.pjballantine.com/

Miscellaneous

WhiskyCast

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Flora & Fauna

Jeff — Sat, 07 Aug 2010 01:46:42 +0000

Scotland's wildlife is typical of the north west of Europe, although several of the larger mammals such as the Lynx, Brown Bear, Wolf, Elk and Walrus were hunted to extinction in historic times. The flora of the country is varied incorporating both deciduous and coniferous woodland and moorland and tundra species. from Wikipedia

No this isn't a National Geographic special, though that would be awesome to see, it's a tasting of two offerings by independent bottler Flora and Fauna. The Rosebank 12 year and the Mortlach 16 year.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Auchentoshan 10 year and Glenfarclas 10 year.

Promos: Some Other Scotland - South Coast by Nathan Lowell

Distilleries

Rosebank - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/silent/rosebank.htm

Mortlach - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/mortlach.htm

Tasting Notes

Rosebank

Royal Mile Whiskies

Master of Malt

Mortlach

Royal Mile Whiskies

Master of Malt

Miscellaneous

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The Veldt

Jeff — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:44:07 +0000

With a dram in hand we sit and look out over the flat, grass covered fields. Come to think of it, this could be a great place to relax with a nice short story as well.

This time around our drams of choice are the Dalwhinnie 15 year and Tomintoul 16 year.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Rosebank 12 year and Mortlach 16 year "Flora and Fauna" bottlings.

Promos: The Gearheart - The Empress Sword

Distilleries

Dalwhinnie - http://www.malts.com/index.php/en_row/Our-Whiskies/Dalwhinnie/

Tomintoul - http://www.tomintouldistillery.co.uk/

Tasting Notes

Dalwhinnie:

Grand Reserva:

Whiskey Magazine Issue #45

Miscellaneous

http://www.pjballantine.com/

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Flower Power

Jeff — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:35:18 +0000

Dig through the closet for your best embroidered flower covered, vibrant colored outfit. Put some flowers in your hair and join hands or, in this case, scotch glasses around the circle. Ok, don't worry. We're not staging a sit-in but we are staging a tasting of the Glenlivet 12 year and Longmorn 16 year.

We're short one Jeff this time around, but we will be joined for the tasting by two special guests.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Dalwhinnie 15 year and Tomintoul 16 year.

Promos: Carrie P's Cocktail Party - Murder at Avedon Hill - How To Succeed In Evil

Distilleries

Glenlivet - http://www.theglenlivet.com

Longmorn - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/longmorn.htm

Tasting Notes

Glenlivet 12 year

Whisky Magazine #27

Longmorn 16 year

Whisky Magazine #65

Miscellaneous

Murder at Avedon Hill by P.G. Holyfield is now available in print! (Link is to Amazon.com listing)

Patrick E. Mclean - He's a guy who writes a lot.

Stories I Told Myself by Patrick E. Mclean (link is to Amazon.com listing)

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Salt and Pepper

Jeff — Tue, 04 May 2010 01:19:51 +0000

With a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper we bring you yet another round of The Scotchcast!

We're not talking about your everyday kitchen spices however. The salt and pepper we'll be looking at this time take the form of the Old Pulteney 12 year, and the Talisker Distiller's Edition 1998.

We'll be joined for the tasting by two special guests, and we'll have a short revisit of last months tasting through the eyes, or rather taste buds, of some unsuspecting friends.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Glenlivet 12 year and Longmorn 16 year

Promos: How to Grow Your Geek - The Adventures of Indiana Jim

Distilleries

Old Pulteney - http://www.oldpulteney.com/

Talisker - http://www.malts.com/index.php/en_row/Our-Whiskies/Talisker

Tasting Notes

Old Pulteney 12 year

Whisky Magazine #48

Talisker Distillers Edition 1998

royalmilewhiskies.com

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

No Foolin’

Jeff — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 22:16:13 +0000

This will be the last episode of the Scotchcast... NOT!

Ok, ok, we know April Fool's Day was yesterday and we know that you know we're not going anywhere. That said, this episode was never intended to be an April fool's, but we'll let you decide for yourselves after listening.

This time around we'll be tasting Jon, Mark, and Robbo's The Smooth Sweeter One, and The Rich Spicy One, and in Scotch 101 Chip will tell us just exactly what a "vatted malt" is... or was, as the case may be.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Old Pulteney 12 year, and Talisker Distiller’s Edition 1998

Promos: Scott Sigler's The Starter - The Weird Show

Distilleries

Jon, Mark, and Robbo - http://www.jonmarkandrobbo.com - *NOTE* at the time of this posting the Jon, Mark, and Robbo official website appears to be down. We don't know if this is temporary or if the site has been allowed to expire.

Tasting Notes

The Smooth Sweeter One - Whisky Magazine #51

The Rich Spicy One - Whisky Magazine #37

Miscellaneous

What is Vatted Malt Whisky? Pure Malt: Blending Single Malts – Serendipity or By Design? an article by Patrick David Michael Barrow

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A Wee Drop

Jeff — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:50:44 +0000

Céad míle fáilte everyone!

It's finally March, spring is just around the corner here in the eastern US, and St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching! That means it's time once again for The Scotchcast to break out the White, Orange, and Green and bring to you our annual Irish Whisky tasting. This time around we'll be sampling Tyrconnell and Bushmills 12 year Distillery Reserve which can only be purchased at Bushmills Distillery.

(More Photo's from Michael's trip to Bushmills after "additional information" link below)

Join us next time when we'll be tasting the Jon, Mark, & Robbo’s Rich Spicy and Smooth Sweet.

Promos: The Babylon Podcast - Technorama

Distilleries

Tyrconnell (Cooley Distillery) - http://www.cooleywhiskey.com/

Bushmills - http://www.bushmills.com/

Tasting Notes

Tyrconnell

Whiskey Magazine Issue #43

Bushmills Distillery Reserve

Whiskey Magazine Issue #65

Miscellaneous

Bushmills Distillery Photos

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Stag Party

Jeff — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:15:14 +0000

Don't Panic! This isn't "that" kind of Stag Party.

The Stag we're talking about is the unmistakable mark of the Dalmore distillery and we have two of their expressions in the lineup this time. We're joined by Les Howard of The Signal Podcast for a tasting the Dalmore Cigar Malt and Grand Reserva.

Join us next time for our annual "Irish" show, when we'll be tasting the Tyrconnell and Bushmills 12 year Distillery Reserve Irish single malts.

Promos: The Signal - The Scapecast

Distilleries

Dalmore - http://www.thedalmore.com/

Tasting Notes

Cigar Malt:

Whiskey Magazine Issue #48

Grand Reserva:

http://www.theglenlivet.com/nadurra/index.php

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

The Caskaways

Jeff — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:28:04 +0000

And now for something

completely

different...

Finally, we have made it through the technical difficulties and can now present to you The Caskaways, an extra length episode featuring the Partners of Dark Overlord media, A. Kovaks and New York Times best-selling novelist Scott Sigler. Together we taste the Glenlivet 16 year ‘Nadura’ and the Talisker 57° North.

While this recording was absolute, riotous, wonderful fun for all of us, a word of warning to you the listener: This is NOT your normal Scotchcast. There will be language, possibly some off color humor, and not just a few F-bombs sprinkled throughout. We do eventually get around to tasting and evaluating the scotches, but we took a long and twisted road to get there. We did have the FDO™ on the line after all.

Many, many thanks to the wonderful "A" and to Scott for joining us and for being such great sports! We hope you enjoy listening to this little indulgence as much as we did recording it.

Join us next time when we taste the Dalmore Cigar Malt and the Dalmore Grand Reserva.

Promos: Scott Sigler's Ancestor and Contagious

Distilleries

Glenlivet - http://www.theglenlivet.com/

Talisker - http://www.taliskerwhisky.com/

Tasting Notes

Glenlivet Nadura:

Talisker 57° North:

http://www.whisky-distilleries.info

Whisky-Pages.com

Miscellaneous

Website of New York Times best-selling novelist Scott Sigler

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Show #32 status

Chip — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:08:57 +0000

Well, as I'm sure you have noticed, the January show has not appeared in your feed. For that, we apologize. The year so far has been a bit crazier than we expected. Show #32 should be ready to post in a couple of days. The reason for it taking this long? Well, it is going to be an extra long show with a couple of awesome guests. It is also a bit different from our usual. It's more raw, crazy, and...well, you'll see.

Keep checking the feed and we will get it to you as soon as possible.

Special Edition #003 – Holiday 2009

Jeff — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 17:51:46 +0000

Is it wrong or absolutely hilarious that the very first Scotchcast to carry an explicit tag is our "Holiday" Special Edition? Well, one way or the other, that's what you get when the Single Malt Samurai send you a gift and that's exactly what we have for you this time around. Recorded live at AnimeUSA, the Single Malt Samurai and friends bring us a tasting of Loch Dhu.

Have safe and happy holidays whichever, if any, you celebrate and thank you all for your continued support of The Scotchcast.

Slàinte mhath,

Jeff, Chip, & Michael

Distillery

Loch Dhu - http://www.loch-dhu.com

Miscellaneous

AnimeUSA - http://www.animeusa.org

The Dark Side

Jeff — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 23:05:00 +0000

These are not the drams you're looking for. Move along, move along.

No, wait! These are the drams you're looking for, or at least we think you should be. Sit down with us as we taste the Aberlour a’bunadh and the Bowmore Darkest, and we promise we won't alter the deal any further.

Next time, join us for a tasting of the Glenlivet 16 year ‘Nadura’ and the Talisker 57° North.

Promos: Digital Magic - Cybrosis

Distilleries

Aberlour - http://www.aberlour.com/

Bowmore - http://www.bowmore.co.uk/

Tasting Notes

Aberlour a’bunadh:

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2009 Edition

Bowmore Darkest:

Ayperi - Middle Eastern Dancer

Whiskymag issue #6

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

The People’s Choice Podcast Awards

Jeff — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:05:55 +0000

Thanks to you the listeners, The Scotchcast has been nominated for a People's Choice Podcast Award in the Food and Drink category.

Daily voting will open on November 13th with voting closing November 30th at 1800 est, and each Person / IP will be allowed to vote once per day in each category. You can visit http://www.podcastawards.com/ starting on the 13th to cast your vote.

We at The Scotchcast would greatly appreciate your support, and while you're there please look through the other catagories and support any of the other shows you might listen to such as, The Signal, Buffy Between the Lines, The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, Buzz Out Loud (Video Version), and Tekzilla.

Thanks again for listening and for your continued support of The Scotchcast!

Jeff, Chip, and Michael

The Sitting Room

Jeff — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:56:17 +0000

All Hallows' Eve has come and gone, the chill of November is settling in, and friends are gathering in in The Sitting Room with a healthy dram and good conversation. This time around the drams are the Macallan 12 year and the Strathisla 12 year.

Next month join us as we cross over to The Dark Side, with a tasting of the Aberlour a’bunadh and the Bowmore Darkest.

Promos: 7th Son: Descent - Buzz Out Loud - Celtic Myth Podshow

Distilleries

Macallan - http://www.themacallan.com

Strathisla - http://www.whisky-distilleries.info/Strathisla_EN.shtml

Tasting Notes

The Macallan 12 Year

Whiskey Magazine Issue #22

Whiskey Magazine Issue #29

The Strathisla 12 Year

Whiskey Magazine Issue #27

Miscellaneous

Other whisky podcasts worth listening to - a list by Richard Paterson of Whyte and Mackay

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Lead On MacDuff

Jeff — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 22:43:24 +0000

McGruff might be good at tracking down the bad guys but if its something "good" your looking for then follow MacDuff's lead to this month's scotches, the Dufftown 15 year and the Glendullan 12 year.

We are joined for this round by two of podcasting's finest authors, Chris Lester and J. Daniel Sawyer

Next month join us for our tasting of Macallan 12 year and Strathisla 12 year.

Promos: Down From Ten - Metamor City Podcast

Distilleries

Dufftown - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/malt/dufftown.htm

Glendullan - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/glendullan.htm

Tasting Notes

The Dufftown 15 Year

Whiskey Magazine Issue #28

The Glendullan 12 Year

Total Beverage Solutions - Tullibardine

Miscellaneous

Dragon*Con - http://www.dragoncon.org/

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

The Middle Path

Jeff — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:12:57 +0000

We've survived another Dragon*Con. The craziness of interstate travel, lack of sleep, meeting new people, visiting with old friends, and being in the presence of celebrities is over. Now it's time to return home, get back to the real world, and settle back into the daily grind.

To make the transition from all the excitement and adventure back to the Middle Path of daily life and reality a little easier, let's taste the Tullibardine 14 year and the Glenturret 10 year.

Next month join us for our tasting of Dufftown 15 year and Glendullen 12 year

Promos: Down From Ten - Gadgettes - Short Cummings Audio

Distilleries

Tullibardine - http://www.tullibardine.com/

Glenturret - http://www.scotchwhisky.net/distilleries/glenturret.htm

Tasting Notes

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2009 Edition

Glenturret Wikipedia Entry

Miscellaneous

Dragon*Con - http://www.dragoncon.org/

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Scotchcast Promo #2

Jeff — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:00:10 +0000

While we love Captain Rafe and much appreciate his help in promoting The Scotchcast on both sides of the rift we felt it was time to add another promo choice for any of you wishing help get the word out about our fine show.

Thank you to all that have played promo #1 on your shows, and thank you in advance to those that will play the promos in the future. Your support is much appreciated.

Slàinte mhath,

Jeff, Chip, and Michael

East Meets West

Jeff — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:32:19 +0000

A train leaves San Francisco traveling east at 60 miles per hour. Another train leaves New York traveling west at five o'clock. What time does the bus stop for dinner? Yes, I know that makes no sense. Those silly story problems never did when there were thoughts of other, more pleasant activities on our minds.

This month the pleasantness takes the form of another meeting of east and west as we taste the Aberfeldy 12 year and Glengoyne 16 year Scottish Oak. The Single Malt Samurai make an appearance with a review of The Highland Park 18 year, and we announce the debut of The Scotchcast Facebook Fan Page.

Next month join us for our tasting of Glenturret 10 year and Tullibardine 14 year.

Promos: MAAH: Tales of the Children - Tuning Into Scifi TV

Distilleries

Aberfeldy - http://whisky.com/brands/aberfeldy_brand.html

Glengoyne - http://www.glengoyne.com/

Tasting Notes

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2009 Edition

Miscellaneous

Anime USA - http://www.animeusa.org/

Morevi - http://www.morevi.net

The art of Carrie Seidman - http://foenixfyre.deviantart.com/gallery/

Podcasting For Dummies

Trenchero Winery - http://www.trincherowinery.com

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

A Walk In The Woods, Pt. 2

Jeff — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 21:09:11 +0000

You awake to find yourself standing at the edge of the dark and mysterious woods. In your hands you hold two bottles, each containing an unknown liquid...

Ok, ok, no you didn't accidentally get the feed to a podcast about gaming. This is in fact The Scotchcast, and while this months title may sound familiar I promise you the feed didn't cough up an old episode. This is our second Walk In The Woods and this time we are joined by Steve Eley, of Escape Pod fame, for a tasting of Glenmorangie Madeira Cask and Glenmorangie Burgundy Cask. We had a great time recording with Steve and we hope hope you'll enjoy listening just as much.

Next time we'll be tasting Glen Goyne 16 year Scottish Oak and Aberfeldy 12 year.

Promos: Can't Stop The Serenity 2009 - Technorama

Distilleries

Glenmorangie - http://www.glenmorangie.com/

Tasting Notes

Glenmorangie Madeira Cask:

Glenmorangie Côte D’or Burgundy Cask:

Gordon & MacPhail (link opens a PDF)

Whisky Magazine #52

Miscellaneous

Escape Pod, The Science Fiction Podcast Magazine - http://escapepod.org/

Pseudopod, the sound of horror. - http://pseudopod.org/

PodCastle, The Fantasy Fiction Podcast - http://podcastle.org/

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalized Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Independents, Pt. 2: Gordon & MacPhail

Jeff — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:04:08 +0000

This month we are joined by long time listener and friend Brent for a look at another independent bottler. This time around it's Gordon & MacPhail and we taste their offerings of Linkwood 15 year and Longmorn 12 year. Chip also brings us a review of the book 99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink by Kate Hopkins.

Join us next month when we'll be tasting The Glenmorangie Madeira Cask and Glenmorangie Côte D’or Burgundy Cask.

Promos: Heaven Book Four: WAR - Guardians

Distilleries

Longmorn

Linkwood

Tasting Notes

The Longmorn 12 year:

Whiskey Magazine #33

The Linkwood 15 year:

Whiskey Magazine #59

Gordon & MacPhail (link opens a PDF)

Miscellaneous

99 Drams of Whiskey: The Accidental Hedonist's Quest for the Perfect Shot and the History of the Drink

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Here, Lossie!

Jeff — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:09:25 +0000

The Scotchcast crew may not be quite as cute and cuddly as a certain heroic collie we are all probably familiar with but we think we are pretty good at bringing our listeners to the well of scotch information.

This time around that information is on Glenlossie 10 year and Glen Moray 12 year. We'll cover some feedback and say some thank yous as well.

Next time we'll be tasting the Gordon & MacPhail independent bottlings of Linkwood 15 year and Longmorn 12 year.

Promos: Phil Rossi's Eden - Nina Kimberly The Merciless (new version)

Distilleries

Glenlossie

Glen Moray

Tasting Notes

Glenlossie 10 year:

Whisky Magazine #27

Glen Moray 12 year:

Whisky Magazine #50

Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2009

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

‘Laddie O’

Jeff — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 21:07:47 +0000

While the title of this month's show 'Laddie O' might bring to mind the ancient Scottish popular folk tune If thou'lt play me fair play, or maybe Robert Burns' poem Highland Laddie, Highland Lassie, the "Laddie" we are talking about this time is Bruichladdich. Both of this month's scotches, the 12 year Second Edition and 14 year 'Links Series' K Club are Bruichladdich offerings. We'll be taking a look at the bruichladdich.com website, as well.

In addition, The Scotchcast would like to ask all of our listeners to take a moment this month to remember a missing friend, podcaster, all 'round good guy, and Kick Ass Mystic Ninja, Joe Murphy. Joe was taken from us two years ago today, April 1st, by Leiomyosarcoma and he is greatly missed by many.

Join us next time when we'll be tasting Glen Moray 12 year and Glenlossie 10 year.

Promos: Personal Effects Dark Art - Antithesis, Book One

Distilleries

Bruichladdich

Tasting Notes

Bruichladdich 12 year Second Edition and 14 year "Links Series" K Club:

Miscellaneous

Joe Murphy - Wikipedia
Give Us A Minute - The Joe Murphy Memorial Fund
Leiomyosarcoma - Wikipedia

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Luck O’ The Irish

Jeff — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 20:04:19 +0000

It's March, and as thoughts turn to things green, both grass AND beer (just kidding), that means it's time once again for the annual "Irishcast". This month we take a break from scotch and head across the channel to Ireland where we'll be tasting two Irish single malt whiskeys, Clontarf and the Connemara Peated Single Malt.

Join us next time when we'll be back to scotch and will taste the Bruichladdich 12 year and Bruichladdich 14 year, Links Series Turnberry.

Promos: Weather Child - I Should Be Writing

Distilleries

Clontarf

Connemara

Tasting Notes

Clontarf:

Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible 2009 Edition

Connemara:

Whisky Magazine #65

Miscellaneous

Battle of Clontarf

Special offer from Master of Malt

Chip — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 01:05:17 +0000

We realize this is short notice, but this offer was just extended to us from the folks at Master of Malt. Until the end of February, if you place an order with them and include "Friend of The Scotchcast" in the Comments section of the order form, you will receive a free Glencairn scotch glass with your order. They were running this offer until the end of January for all orders, but now listeners of The Scotchcast can take advantage of this exclusive offer through February 28th. Hurry over the Master of Malt site and place your order today! If the glass isn't enough of an enticement, don't forget the 5% discount you will get on your order for being a listener of The Scotchcast.

On Top of Old Smokey

Jeff — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:20:17 +0000

In the midst of winter you can often smell the scent of smoke from warm, wood burning fires drifting on the air. In this month's show we enjoy some of that smokey warmth, but we found ours in a bottle...or two to be precise. This time around we are joined by Evo Terra for a fun filled tasting of The Caol Ila 12 year, and the Lagavulin 16 year.

In Scotch 101 we take a look at how scotch production is actually helping to clean up the environment, and we'll look at some listener feedback as well.

Join us next time for the annual "Irish" show when we'll be tasting the Connemara and Clontarf single malts from Ireland.

Promos: The Signal: Season Five - Evo@11

Distilleries

Caol Ila

Lagavulin

Tasting Notes

Caol Ila 12 year:

Whisky Magazine #25

Lagavulin 16 year:

Whisky Magazine #6

Whisky DRAM helps cleanup contaminated water

Miscellaneous

Evo Terra
Podcasting for Dummies
Expert Podcasting Practices for Dummies
Gangplank Studios
Elmo from OK
Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Scotch 101 references

Don’t Cnoc It

Jeff — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:10:08 +0000

There's a saying, "Don't knock it 'till you've tried it". Well... we tried it. Maybe we should have waited until after this round of tastings to pick this month's show title.

This time around we taste the An Cnoc 12 year and the Knockando 1994 12 year, and cover some listener feedback which includes an interesting book suggestion.

We also want to apologize for the audio quality of this months show. We had a host of technical difficulties. We hope to have things back to normal for next time when we'll be tasting the Lagavulin 16 year and Caol Ila 12 year.

Promos: Scott Sigler's Contagious - Arlene Radasky's The Fox

Distilleries

An Cnoc

Knockando

Tasting Notes

An Cnoc 12 year:

Jim Murray's 2009 Whisky Bible

Knockando 1994 12 year:

Jim Murray's 2009 Whisky Bible

Miscellaneous

The WhiskyCast

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Delay on January Show Release

Chip — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 19:45:15 +0000

Happy New Year!!

Well, it had to happen one day. The release of the January show is going to be delayed a few days. A technical problem with Michael's microphone setup caused some audio issues that need to be resolved before the show is ready for the masses. Jeff is working his audio magic, and we hope to have the show ready by Monday. Thanks for your patience!

Jeff, Chip, & Michael

Northern Lights

Jeff — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:41:35 +0000

In Scotland, the northern lights were known as "the mirrie dancers" or na fir-chlis. There are many old sayings about them, including the Scottish Gaelic proverb "When the mirrie dancers play, they are like to slay." The playfulness of the mirrie dancers was supposed to end occasionally in quite a serious fight. The appearance of the northern lights in the sky was considered a sign of the approach of unsettled weather. ~ from Wikipedia

It's appropriate then, as the weather in the Midwestern United States turns blustery, that we settle in with this month's "Northern Lights", the Old Pulteney 17 year, and Balblair 16 year.

We have a special product review of "Ola Dubh" beer from Harviestoun Brewery, another thank you to say, and a new Scotchcast website resource to announce as well.

Next time we'll be tasting the An Cnoc 12 year and the Knockando 1994 12 year.

Promos: Murder at Avedon Hill - Voices of Tomorrow

Distilleries

Old Pulteney

Balblair

Tasting Notes

Old Pulteney 17 year:

Whisky Magazine #48

Balblair 16 year:

Whisky Magazine #48

Miscellaneous

Ola Dubh Beer from Harviestoun Brewery

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

The People’s Choice Show

Jeff — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 17:15:32 +0000

You voted and we listened! This month we present the winners of the People's Choice: Glenfiddich Solera 15 year and Cragganmore Distiller’s Edition 1992. We'd like to thank everyone who voted and we hope everyone enjoys the results.

The Single Malt Samurai make another appearance with a tasting of a scotch from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, and we'll consider some listener suggestions as well.

Join us next month when we'll be tasting Old Pulteney 17 year, and Balblair 16 year.

Promos: Irish and Celtic Music Podcast - The GeekSpin

Distilleries

Glenfiddich

Cragganmore

Tasting Notes

Glenfiddich Solera 15 year:

Tasting notes from whisky.com

Cragganmore Distiller’s Edition 1992:

No professional tasting notes available

Miscellaneous

AnimeUSA

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

The Scotchcast Special Edition #002

Jeff — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 21:14:33 +0000

During Dragon*Con 2008 we were lucky enough to be joined by several special guests for a "not scotch" scotch tasting of the Milford and Suntory Yamazaki. Great fun was had by all, especially us, as we tried not to go too fanboy over the guests we had with us. Much more was recorded than what we were able to include in this special episode so we may have an opportunity to post more of the fun in the future. For now though, we hope you enjoy this special "not scotch" episode of The Scotchcast, and don't forget to join us in November for The People's Choice show.

Distilleries

Milford

Suntory Yamazaki

Tasting Notes

Milford 10 year

Whisky Magazine #24

Whisky Magazine #49

Suntory Yamazaki 12 year

Miscellaneous

How Dhu You Dhu?

Jeff — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:35:35 +0000

This month we are introduced to the Cardhu 12 year and the Tamdhu 10 year. We made it back from Dragon*Con alive so we'll give a quick report of the trip and how much fun we had! And, last but certainly not least, we'll listen to some listener voicemail.

Join us next month for The People's Choice show when we'll be tasting The Glenfiddich Solara 15 year, and the Cragganmore Distiller’s Edition 1992 as voted for by you the listeners.

Promos: Whispers At The Edge - The Chillcast

Distilleries

Cardhu

Tamdhu

Tasting Notes

The Cardhu 12 year:

The Tamdhu 10 year:

Tasting notes from whiskyfun.com

Miscellaneous

Dragon*Con

The ElmoCast

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

People’s Choice Podcast Awards

Chip — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:48:23 +0000

Hey, everyone! Today, September 15th, is the opening day of nominations for the People's Choice Podcast Awards. As the name suggests, these are awards given by you, the listener, to podcasts that you listen to.

While we are not begging for votes, we would like to encourage you to go to the site and vote for the podcasts that you enjoy the most. If The Scotchcast happens to be one of them, we won't object. Please read the rules on their site, so that your vote gets counted. The category that The Scotchcast falls into is Food and Drink.

Nomination are open until midnight on September 30th, so don't wait too long to place your votes.

The People’s Choice

Jeff — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 14:58:58 +0000

The People's Choice voting is now complete, and we have our winners!

The winners to be tasted on our November show are The Glenfiddich Solara 15 year, and the Cragganmore Distiller's Edition 1992.

Thanks to everyone for voting, and we look forward to tasting them with you!

Soup’s on!

Jeff — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:48:56 +0000

Ok, yes it's turning fall but it's not quite time for the nice warm soup yet. We are however, tasting two Campbeltown scotches the Glen Scotia 12 year and the Springbank 10 year. In this month's Scotch 101 we'll be resonding to a listener question about oxidation, we'll be looking at some listener feedback, and sending out a big thank you as well!

Next time we'll be tasting the Cardhu 12 year and the Tamdhu 10 year.

Promos: Christiana's Shallow Thoughts - Down The Road

Distilleries

Glen Scotia

Springbank

Tasting Notes

Glen Scotia 12 year:

Whiskyfun.com

Springbank 10 year:

Whisky Magazine #45

The Independent Bottler Signatory

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Scotch 101 references

http://www.lfw.co.uk/whisky_review/Intro_Edition/Intro_1.html

http://www.thatsthespirit.com/en/ask_the_expert/scotch_whisky.asp

http://www.maltmaniacs.org/malt-104.html#2007-49

http://www.whiskymag.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=611

Independents, Pt. 1 – Signatory

Jeff — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 22:03:42 +0000

While we here at The Scotchcast count ourselves among their ranks, this months show is not about the Browncoats. It is, however, about the versions of The Caol Ila 1992 and Glenrothes 1994 bottled by the Independent Bottler Signatory.

In Scotch 101 we will take a look at Independent Bottlers in general, we'll cover some listener feedback, talk about the ongoing People's Choice voting, and more.

Next time things get Mmm, Mmm Good as we taste the Glen Scotia 12 year and the Springbank 10 year.

Promos: Double Trouble - How to Grow Your Geek

Distilleries

Caol Ila

Glenrothes

Tasting Notes

As this months scotches are independent bottlings, there are no professional tasting notes to link to.

Miscellaneous

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society of America

The Scotch Doc - Independent Bottler

Jeff's Twitter - Chip's Twitter - Michael's Twitter

Battle of the Bogs

Jeff — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:39:55 +0000

Sunday... SUNDAY... SUNDAY!

Actually it's Tuesday and no, this is not a monster truck rally. It is, however, The Battle of the Bogs! This month we are tasting the Laphroaig 10 year and Ardbeg 10 year. In Scotch 101, Michael will be talking about barrels, the woods they are made from, and how the wood effects the maturation of the scotch. We'll look at an iTunes review, and update you on the People's Choice voting as well.

Join us next time for a tasting of the Signatory bottlings of the Caol Ila 1992, and the Glenrothes 1994.

Promos: The Metamor City Podcast - Slice of Scifi

Distilleries

Laphroaig

Ardbeg

Tasting Notes

The Laphroaig 10 year:

Whisky Magazine #6

Whisky Magazine #9
Whisky Magazine #50

The Ardbeg 10 year:

Isle of Jura Superstition

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

Island Hopping

Jeff — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:09:15 +0000

Put on your topical shirt and grab a floppy hat! Wait... no, not THOSE islands. This month we are tasting the Tobermory 10 year and Isle of Jura Superstition from the Scottish Islands of Mull and Jura. We'll be letting you know about a special scotch discount just for Scotchcast listeners, giving you an update on The People's Choice standings, and looking at some listener reviews.

Join us next time for a tasting of The Laphroaig 10 year and The Ardbeg 10 year.

Promos: 7th Son: OBSIDIAN - Zombinc

Distilleries

Tobermory

Tasting Notes

The Tobermory 10 year:

Whisky Magazine #45

Isle of Jura Superstition:

Whisky Magazine #45

The Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch

Miscellaneous

Master of Malt A huge range of Fine Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Personalised Labels, Corporate and Individual Gift Service, Next Day UK and Fast Global Delivery.

People’s Choice Votes

Chip — Mon, 19 May 2008 18:26:49 +0000

To keep everyone up to date on the voting for the November People's Choice show, we have added a list of the current top 10 scotches. On the left hand navigation bar, click People's Choice Standings to see the list.

So far, there have been very few votes received. Send us a vote for some scotches you would like to have reviewed! This is the listener's show and we would really like your suggestions. All of the voting information can be found on the standings page.

Sugar and Spice

Jeff — Thu, 01 May 2008 21:32:34 +0000

Sugar and spice and BOTH of these scotches are nice! This month we taste The Glenrothes 1994 and The Dalmore 12 year. In Scotch 101 we take a look at the US decision to use 750ml bottles and the effect that decision has on what scotches are available in the US market. And we announce The People's Choice! This is your opportunity to decide what we'll be tasting on an upcoming show!

Join us next month when we'll be tasting The Tobermory 10 year and The Isle of Jura Superstition.

Promos: Celtic Myth Podshow - Renaissance Festival Podcast

Distilleries

The Glenrothes

The Dalmore

Tasting Notes

The Glenrothes 1994:

Whisky Magazine #59

The Dalmore 12 year:

Whisky Magazine #12

Miscellaneous

Mind of Men podcast

The Scotch Blog

Over The Top

Jeff — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 23:22:56 +0000

This month we head "over the top" of the mainland to the Orkney Islands for a tasting of the Highland Park 12 year, and the Scapa 14 year. We discuss some controversial new whisky regulations that are being proposed, look at some listener feedback, and finally, enjoy another installment of Single Malt Samurai with Tee Morris and friends.

Join us next month when we'll be tasting The Glenrothes 1994 and The Dalmore 12 year.

Promos: Heaven Season Four: Wasteland - Chasing The Bard

Distilleries

Highland Park

Scapa Malt

Tasting Notes

The Highland Park 12 year:

Whisky Magazine #5

Consultation on proposals for Scotch Whisky Regulations 2008

The Scapa 14 year:

Whisky Magazine #47

Miscellaneous

WhiskyCast See episode 138 for more discussion on the proposed new whisky regulations.

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

The Scotch Whisky Association

Tee Morris

Anime USA

I Remember Joe: A 2008 Tribute

Jeff — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 04:00:41 +0000

A year ago today Joe Murphy lost his fight with Leiomyosarcoma, and the world lost an awesome person. Whether you knew Joe personally or only by his voice in your headphones, it's likely that he touched your life in some way. I know he did ours.

Please visit The Joe Murphy Memorial Fund for more information, and "tell everyone you know".

We miss you Joe, and we will never forget.

New Voicemail Number

Jeff — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:18:26 +0000

Hi all! We wanted to let you know that we have a new voicemail number.

When we got home from ConVocation, where the last show was recorded, we found that we had an issue with the voicemail number. You can call it and leave a message, but we'll never know about it, and we can't log in to get the messages either! So rather than go through the hoops to figure it out, we went with another provider, GrandCentral. They provide tons more usability and hugely better audio quality.

So give it a try! The new number is 517-879-4629 and if you click the "call me!" button on thescotchcast.com, GrandCentral will even call your phone and connect you to our voicemail for FREE!

We look forward to hearing from you all soon!

St. Paddy’s Special

Jeff — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:01:01 +0000

The Scotchcast is turning green! No, it's not because we've had too much. It's because it's March and that means it's time for The St. Paddy's Day Special, recorded with a live audience at "ConVocation". Put on your own green, head across the border, and join us for a tasting of The Knappogue Castle 1992, and The Bushmills 16 year Irish single malts. In a quick Scotch 101 we'll be explaining the difference between Irish and Scottish single malts, and we'll have some listener feedback as well.

Next month we'll get back to normal... we'll our normal anyway, with a tasting of The Highland Park 12 year, and The Scapa 14 year. Until then, enjoy St. Paddy's Day, stay safe, and enjoy some photos from the recording session.

Promos: The Signal: Season 4

DistilleriesKnappogue Castle Whiskey Bushmills Irish Whiskey

Tasting Notes

The Knappogue Castle 1992:

Malt Advocate

Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible

The Bushmills 16 Year:

Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible

Whisky Magazine #43

Miscellaneous

Jason Mankey - The Internet Home of Jason Mankey
ConVocation: A convention of the many mystical spiritual paths and faiths who desire to teach each other and promote fellowship among all esoteric traditions. presented by MEC.

The Scotchcast Special Edition #001

Jeff — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:40:28 +0000

Welcome to a surprise, mid-month, special edition of The Scotchcast!

After recording this month's regular show "someone" decided it would be a good idea to go just a little bit further. So, out came The Glenmorangie 100 Degree Proof! The third cask strength of the night. This is the result!

After listening to us attempt to keep making any sense at all, enjoy the next installment of Single Malt Samurai!

Caskades of Scotch

Jeff — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 23:00:59 +0000

This month we go a little heavy duty with a tasting of The Balvenie Single Barrel 15 yr and The Macallan Cask Strength, recorded with a live audience at "High Voltage ConFusion". We had a ton of fun with this one and we hope you'll have fun enjoying the result!

Next month we'll be celebrating St. Paddy's Day with a special "Irish" Single Malt show. Join us for a tasting of Bushmills 16 year and Knappogue.

Promos: Metamor City: Making The Cut - Signal and Noise

Distilleries

The Balvenie

The Macallan

Tasting Notes

The Balvenie Single Barrel 15 year:

The MacCallan Cask Strengthr:

Whisky Magazine #18

Miscellaneous

ConFusion: A Sci-fi/Fantasy convention presented by the Ann Arbor Science Fiction Association and Stilyagi

New Year, Old Friends!

Jeff — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:04:14 +0000

Start the new year off with a couple of "old" friends, The Balvenie Portwood 21 year and the Glenlivet Archive 21 year. In lieu of Scotch 101 this month, we're introducing Singlemalt Samurai, an occasional contribution by Tee Morris. We'll also be taking a look at some listener feedback, answering some questions, and playing our first ever voicemail! So thanks to all of you for making the last seven months of 2007 a great experience for us, and we look forward to being a part of your listening entertainment in 2008!

Join us next time for a tasting of The Balvenie Single Barrel 15 yr and The Macallan Cask Strength

Promos: Whispers At The Edge

Distilleries

The Balvenie

The Glenlivet

Tasting Notes

The Balvenie Portwood 21 year:

The Glenlivet Archive 21 year:

Whisky Magazine #7

Whisky Magazine #26

The Cigar Alliance Podcast

Miscellaneous

Singlemalt Samurai contributor: Tee Morris

Anime USA

A Walk in The Woods

Jeff — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 01:01:48 +0000

Join us for a relaxing walk in the woods with two wood finish single malts from The Glenmorangie, the 12 year Sherrywood and the 12 year Portwood. In Scotch 101 we'll learn about the geography of scotch, we'll read some listener feedback, and let you know about a new way that you can help support The Scotchcast.

Be sure not to miss the first show of 2008! We'll be having a special treat by tasting the 21 year Balvenie Portwood and the 21 year Glenlivet Archive!

Promos: MOREVI: Remastered — Playing For Keeps

Distilleries

The Glenmorangie

Tasting Notes

The Glenmorangie Sherrywood 12 year:

The Glenmorangie Portwood 12 year:

Michael Jackson - Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch

Speyside After Dark

Jeff — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 02:00:22 +0000

Looking for a drink to go with dessert or maybe something nice and easy for a relaxing evening? Join us for a tasting of The Glendronach 12 year and The Cragganmore 12 year, learn all about the proof measurement and how it came to be in Scotch 101, and we'll cover some listener comments as well. On show #7 we'll be tasting the 12 yr Portwood and 12 yr Sherrywood from Glenmorangie.

Promos: Better Late Than Never — Geeklabel Radio

Distilleries

The Glendronach

The Cragganmore

Tasting Notes

The Glendronach 12 year:

Whisky Magazine #39

The Cragganmore 12 year:

Whisky Magazine #22

Michael Jackson - Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch

Scotch 101

Resource #1

Resource #2

Two for Tee

Jeff — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 21:00:15 +0000

Join us for an "extended play" Scotchcast!

Special Guest Tee Morris joins us for a tasting of The Balvenie 12 year Doublewood and The Talisker 10 year, we finish up our look at scotch production in Scotch 101, and generally have a great time with some good scotch and good conversation.

On show #6 we'll be tasting The Cragganmore 12 year, and The Glendronach 12 year.

Promos: The Metamor City Podcast — The ADDcast

Distilleries

The Balvenie

The Talisker

Tasting Notes

The Balvenie 12 year Doublewood:

Michael Jackson - Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch

The Talisker 10 year:

Whisky Magazine #5

Michael Jackson - Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch

Tee Morris Information:

The Official Tee Morris Website

The Morevi: Remastered Podcast

Supermarket Single Malt (repost)

Jeff — Sun, 02 Sep 2007 19:12:45 +0000

Does single malt scotch have to be expensive? Do you have to go to a specialty shop to get a good one? Not always! This time around we take a look two "supermarket single malts", The Speyburn 10 year and the Glenfiddich Special Reserve. In Scotch 101 we get back to our look at scotch production with fermentation and distilling, and we've got some listener feedback as well.

On show #5 we'll be tasting The Balvenie 12 year Doublewood and The Talisker 10 year, and we are super excited to announce that we'll be joined by very special guest Tee Morris!

Promos: Speaking of Beer • Heaven - Season Three: Earth

Distilleries

The Speyburn

The Glenfiddich

Tasting Notes

The Speyburn 10 year:

Whisky Magazine #27

Michael Jackson - Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch

The Glenfiddich Special Reserve: