Whisky Sisters Podcast

Whisky & Terroir with Waterford Distillery

This week the Whisky Sisters explore the fascinating world of terroir in whisky. Does the type of barley, its location and the specific soil type enhance the flavour of the spirit? Episode twenty eight welcomes Angelita Fonseca-Hynes, a terroir specialist from Ireland's Waterford Distillery, to find out more about this subject and the world's largest producer of organic and biodynamic whisky.
'Dram on Fire' samples two Waterford whiskies: The Cuvee Lodestar, is a synthesis of 'Single Farm Origins' & Luna 1.1, the world's first biodynamic whisky, inspired by cycles of the moon. 'Stick Your Nose In It' has a licence to kill with Macallan & some special releases from Diageo. 'Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact' discusses that all important 'e'.
'May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram On Fire'
Luna 1.1 Biodynamic Whisky - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36844
Sheestown 1.2 - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36846
The Cuvée - https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36845
Waterford terroir project: https://waterfordwhisky.com/element/the-whisky-terroir-project-paper-one/
 

Staying Classy with The Glenlivet

In this twenty seventh episode the spotlight is on a Speyside distillery, The Glenlivet. Inka & Jen dive into the distillery’s epic history, exploring its meteoric rise into one of the most popular whiskies around the globe, whilst impressing Charles Dickens along the way. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ discusses GlenAllachie’s recent conclusion of a series and Glenmorangie getting botanical. The Whisky Sisters can’t go for long without a Dr Bill Lumsden fix! ‘Dram on Fire’ samples Glenlivet’s recently relaunched 21- & 25-year-old releases. These bottles are part of ‘The Glenlivet Sample Room Collection’ with new cask finishes. 
‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is of course back and brings you three fingers of fun.
'May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram On Fire'
 
Watch our promo video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-M1t38SdRo
The Glenlivet Sample Room Collection: https://www.theglenlivet.com/en/sample-room-collection/
 

The Glenturret - Scotland’s Oldest Working Distillery

The Whisky Sisters have been on the road again and visited Perthshire to indulge in all The Glenturret had to offer. Whisky, fine dining and distillery cats feature in this twenty sixth episode.
Inka and Jen catch up with Ian Renwick, Distillery Manager, and Mark Donald, Executive Chef at The Lalique Restaurant, to find out more about the distillery and the Michelin-starred restaurant within it. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ prepares for the auctioneers hammer and a sea breeze is blowing from Old Pulteney's new range. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ is also an oldie.
 
*Links:
Watch our promo video: https://youtu.be/v-M1t38SdRo
Glenturret Triple Wood 2022 https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36596
Glenturret 10-Year-Old Peated 2022 https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36597
Glenturret 15-Year-Old 2022 https://scripts.affiliatefuture.com/AFShortUrl.aspx?id=36598
Restaurant: https://www.theglenturretrestaurant.com/
*some of the links are affiliate links

Blackened American Whiskey - with Rob Dietrich, Master Distiller & Blender

Inka and Jen are ready to rock a second season and are now exploring worldwide whiskies in addition to scotch. In this twenty fifth episode they welcome Rob Dietrich, the Master Distiller and Blender of Metallica’s award-winning Whiskey and discover all things ‘Blackened’ including the ‘Black Noise Sonic Enhancement’! Whiskey Rob also shares his ‘dream dram’, and three ‘sippin' songs’.
The Whisky Sisters share their own Blackened tasting notes in ‘Dram on Fire’. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ is off to Kentucky and the Scotch Malt Whisky Society for some whisky news. ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Facts’ returns and offers a bourbon related nugget of wisdom.
“May Your Glass Be Full & Your Dram on Fire”
This episode is in memory of Merja (Inka's mum), who enjoyed an occasional whisky herself. X
More about Blackened: https://blackenedwhiskey.com/
Whisky playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/juyxn7az0kuv7lop8akqjsxhh?si=k0vYhRYjRUK_WoNwVGP4tw
https://www.metallica.com/

One More For the Road - Season One Finale

Episode 24 celebrates the Whisky Sisters first season. Inka & Jen reflect on some of their favourite moments, share some listener feedback and discuss their favourite whiskies.
‘Dram on Fire’ samples ‘Ardbeg's Ardcore’ & the ‘Ledaig 21 yr old Ruby Port Pipe Finish’. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ calls for the FBI and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ involves a distillery cat.

Bunnahabhain Distillery - Blame It On The Bunna

Inka & Jen return to their mutual love of Bunna in this 23rd & penultimate episode of the season. The Whisky Sisters are delighted to welcome guest David Brodie, tour guide and distillery legend, to share his journey & expertise.
‘Dram on Fire’ is burning up the house with the Canasta 2014 and Cask 559 PX Noe. ‘Stick Your Nose in It’ features an epic whisky collection and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ gets touchy feely.

Highland Park Distillery - Is Valhalla Calling?

It’s all about Orkney and Thor's mighty hammer in Episode 22. Inka & Jen connect with their warrior spirits as they explore Highland Park Distillery and it's Viking History. Inka shares her experiences of visiting Scotland’s northernmost distillery, and the Whisky Sisters discuss some of the delicious releases including Viking Scars, Viking Honour & Viking Pride. These are not the only whiskies in the spotlight as ‘Dram on Fire’ features three expressions of ‘Old Perth’ blended whisky; the original, cask strength & the 12 year old.
‘Stick Your Nose In It’ is QR code crazy and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ gets artistic for the summer solstice.

Scent of a Dram ’Hoo-ah’ - Whisky Aromas & Memories

Episode 21 explores the fascinating connection between aroma and the memories they evoke. Inka & Jen welcome guest Holly Hutchinson, perfumer & founder of ‘Memoize London’. Her vision is to tailor truly unique and directional perfumes with a personalised, bespoke touch and she shares her expertise with the Whisky Sisters.
It's time to taste three Islay ‘Mac-Talla’ whiskies Strata, Mara & Terra in this weeks ‘Dram on Fire’ feature. ‘Stick Your Nose In It’ discovers some award winning whiskies that won’t break the bank and ‘Whisky Sisters Whisky Fact’ causes regional confusion.