Words on Whiskey
The weekly Irish whiskey podcast brought to you by Irish Whiskey Magazine. Join us on the adventure and discover authentic insights into the exciting world of Irish whiskey from those that really are at the forefront of its success.
Episodes
74 episodes
Words on Whiskey - S2. Ep. 5 - Paul O'Cahan - Founder Belfast Whiskey Week
Belfast Whiskey Week is back and running from 23rd - 29th July with over 100 LIVE events showcasing the very best of Irish whiskey. Founder Paul O'Cahan will give us an insight into what promises to be a great event.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:19:48
Words on Whiskey - S2. Ep. 4 - Drew Mayville - Master Blender Buffalo Trace/Sazerac
On this weeks Words on Whiskey, Irish whiskey historian Fionnán O'Connor chats with Drew Mayville, a titan of the American Whiskey industry. Drew has over 40 years experience and has been the man behind some of Americas most iconic whiskeys, Bu...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:10:16
Words on Whiskey - Series 2, Ep. 3 - Katie Gibson - Celtic Whiskey Shop
With Whiskey Live Dublin returning after an absence of over 2 years we are delighted to welcome Katie who will give us an insight into what to expect and a behind-the-scenes account of what it takes to organise Ireland’s greatest whiskey show.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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Words on Whiskey - Series 2, Ep. 2 - Lambay Irish Whiskey Company
Join us for what promises to be a fascinating chat with Sabine Sheehan (Global Brand Ambassador) and Yonael Bernard (Master of Maturation/Production Manager) at Lambay Island Whiskey Company. We’ll discuss their signature Cognac heritage, their...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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Words on Whiskey - Series 2, Ep. 1- Sarah Kennedy - Belfast Distillery Company
Excited to be back and looking forward to chatting with Sarah Kennedy, Brand Ambassador at Belfast Distillery Company. We'll get an insight into her role and learn about the revival of the old McConnell's Irish Whisky brand.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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Words on Whiskey - Ep. 62 - John Cashman, Powerscourt Distillery
oung veteran of the Irish whiskey sector, John Cashman has spent the last twenty years at the forefront promoting Irish whiskey both at home and internationally. We'll discuss how the Irish whiskey landscape has changed over that time and how h...
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Episode 62
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Words on Whiskey - Ep. 61 - Dr. Nicholas Morgan
We very much look forward to our chat with Nick, a writer, strategic thinker, scholar and sceptic. With over thirty years in the whiskey sector, he recently published the must-read for whisky lovers, Everything You Need To Know About Whisky (Bu...
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Episode 61
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Words on Whiskey - Ep. 60 - James Doherty of Sliabh Liag Distillers
James Doherty, Founder and Chief Executive at Sliabh Liag Distillers, joins us to share the insight into establishing Ireland's newest distillery, Ardara Distillery in County Donegal, and what direction they will take.
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Episode 60
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1:35:59
Words on Whiskey - Ep. 59 - Complexity and Whiskey - Lough Ree Distillery
We're joined by Founders of Lough Ree Distillery, Michael, Peter and Sheila who will share their story and future plans for the distillery. In a world premier, they will also unveil details of their new release, Bart's Irish whiskey...
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Episode 59
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Words on Whiskey - Ep. 58 - IRISH WHISKEY 2.0, John Quinn - Chairman IWA
We are privileged to welcome John Quinn, Global Brand Ambassador at Tullamore D.E.W. and Chairman of the Irish Whiskey Association, the predominant representative body of Irish whiskey producers. Wearing his IWA hat, John will share with us the...
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Episode 58
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1:18:25
Words on Whiskey - Ep. 57 - Enguerrand Vandenbossche, Head Cooper at Tullamore DEW
This weeks guest is Enguerrand Vandenbossche, Head Cooper at Tullamore DEW's new cooperage. We discuss how a training program in France led him from working in Champagne region to his current role and what that role entails.
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Episode 57
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1:17:27
Words on Whiskey - Ep56 - AL HIGGINS, Celtic Whiskey Shop
Delighted to be joined by AL HIGGINS, Online Content Creator at the iconic Celtic Whiskey Shop. As he prepares to embark on yet another super-marathon we catch up and discuss the Irish whiskey business and how it has developed since he first st...
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Episode 56
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Words on Whiskey - Ep55 - Eva O'Doherty, Distiller at Midleton Micro Distillery
We are delighted to welcome Eva O'Doherty, Distiller at Midleton Micro Distillery. Having joined Irish Distillers as an intern while studying on the TU (DIT) Brewing and Distilling degree, her talents were recognised and she was appointe...
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Episode 55
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Words on Whiskey - Ep54 - Richard Forsyth OBE
Richard Forsyth, Chairman at Forsyths of Scotland. With several distilleries in Ireland as their clients, Forsyths plays a vital role in supporting the ever growing Irish whiskey sector. With over fifty years experience in the distillery equipm...
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Episode 54
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Words on Whiskey - Ep53 - Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ireland
A real game changer and an affirmation of the Irish whiskey market, Kentucky Bourbon Barrels launch their Irish operation. We chat with President Tim Ratliff and Head Cooper Ian Leonard as they officially open their Irish operation with the aim...
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Episode 53
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Words on Whiskey - Ep. 52 - Quinzil du Plessis, Kinahan's Irish Whiskey
We learn about the experience Quinzil has in the Irish whiskey sector and how he came to be the Master of Wood and Liquid Innovation at Kinahan's Irish Whiskey. We'll look back on the heritage of Kinahan's Irish Whiskey and how the revived bran...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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1:13:05
Words on Whiskey - Ep. 51 - Lisa Ryan, Royal Oak Distillery
We're delighted to welcome Lisa Ryan, Distillery Manager at the beautiful Royal Oak Distillery in Co. Carlow. We'll chat with Lisa about her career and how she came to manage the distillery. We'll also unveil the transformations that have taken...
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Episode 51
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Words on Whiskey - Episode 50 Celebration - 7 Sips - Historic Mashbills
Celebrate 50 episodes of Words on Whiskey with our guests, Whiskey Historian Fionnán O'Connor, and Founder of Rademon Estate Distillery David Boyd-Armstrong. As part of Irish Whiskey Magazine 7 Sips series devised by Fionnán they have colla...
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Episode 50
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1:45:00
Words on Whiskey - Ep 49- July 21 - Belfast Whiskey Week - a preview with founder Paul O'Cahan
Founder of Belfast Whiskey Week, Paul O'Cahan, gives us a preview into the world's largest online Irish whiskey festival which kicks off on July 23rd. Tickets can be purchased on http://belfastwhiskeyweek.com
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Episode 49
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1:38:08
Words on Whiskey - Ep 48- July 14 - Michael Foggarty
With over 25 years involvement in the Irish whiskey industry, Michael Foggarty, a 'former' Scotsman and 'adopted' Irishman , has played an important role in the development of Irish whiskey.
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Episode 48
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1:39:23
Words on Whiskey - Ep 47 - July 7 - Chris Hennessy
We chat with Chris Hennessy, highly respected drinks expert, bartender, cocktail maker, mixologist and proponent of all aspects of Irish whiskey, from tastings to historical recreations. Chris has assisted many brands with their development and...
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Season 1
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Words on Whiskey - Ep 46 - June 23 - Patrick Shelley, Origin Spirits
Patrick Shelley, Founder of Origin Spirits, talks to us about his journey from working with LVMH to establishing his own premium brand and range of spirits including the first Irish whiskey finished in seaweed charred casks. And in a world excl...
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Episode 46
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Words on Whiskey - Ep 45 - June 16 - Dominic Roskrow, unplugged
Words on Whiskey are delighted to host a one-to-one candid chat with Dom Roskrow as he shares his thoughts and opinions on whiskey, Irish whiskey, writing and on life!Dominic has been commenting about whisky for over 20 years. He i...
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Episode 45
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2:05:28
Words on Whiskey - Ep44 - June 10th - Redbreast Single Cask Release with The Single Malt Shop
Join us as we celebrate the launch of the Redbreast 22 year old Single Cask Release from The Single Malt Shop which officially launches today. We are joined by Managing Director Ed Forrest who will share the story of his journey establishing th...
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Episode 44
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Discover Irish Whiskey - Episode 5 - Irish whiskey: Mixing it up!
In our fifth and final episode in this current series we celebrate Irish whiskey cocktails!The event will co-hosted by Serghios Florides and John Cashman.We're joined by the young guns of Irish whiskey:Deirdre Byrne: Sli...
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Episode 5
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