In this episode, Mitch welcomes back Mark Thomson, to the Pod. They chat about Mark's recent departure from Duncan Taylor. Mark discusses his transition to freelance work, selling his house, and moving to the countryside. They delve into the current state of the whisky industry, including trends, pricing, and the future of brand ambassadorship.
Mark also shares his top picks for value whiskies under £100 :
-https://www.inchdairniedistillery.com/
-https://www.glenscotia.com/products/12-year-old-single-malt-whisky
https://www.arranwhisky.com/shop-whiskies/arran-single-malts/14-arran-quarter-cask-whisky-the-bothy
https://www.bowmore.com/en-gb/whiskies/15-year-old-sherry-oak-cask
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
00:47 Catching Up with Mark Thomson
01:26 Life Changes and New Beginnings
03:07 Whisky Industry Insights
05:27 Market Trends and Predictions
14:41 Brand Ambassadorship Challenges
17:30 Value Whiskies Discussion
18:09 Reviewing the Limited Edition Arran Whiskey
19:37 Exploring Glen Scotia's Offerings
20:53 Discovering InchDairnie Distillery
23:40 Tasting Notes on Tormore and Bunnahabhain
27:59 Reflecting on Whisky Preferences and Trends
32:00 Whisky Predictions for 2026
35:47 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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