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Cask to Glass

David Holmes
Whisky
Scotland
Scotch Whisky Association
Whiskey
Turntable Spirits
Adrishaig
Boston
Annandale Distillery
Tasmania
Cheese
Blending
Stirling Whisky Company
Edinburgh
Cask To Glass
World Cup 2026
Germany
Four Islands
Stonehaven
India Free Trade Agreement
Single Malt

How do you take your whisky?

Neat? Splash of water? Block of ice? Or even a mixer?

However you take it, join John Beattie, former Scotland rugby international and semi-retired BBC radio and TV news presenter, as he celebrates the heritage and flavour of Scotland's national drink and the world's favourite spirit.

Whether you call it whisky, whiskey, uisge beatha, aqua vitae, or the water of life...... more

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Latest Episodes

“If you’re looking to get a quick return on your investment, you don’t do whisky,” chuckles Angus MacMillan founder of Benbecula Distillery.

"You don’t do salmon farming either, because that I took from egg through to plate,” he says of a previous b... more

"Whisky is for stories. Tequila is for jail,” jokes Chris Greta a Texan story hunter and advertising copywriter, who travels the world helping distilleries look past the stills and mash tuns to find the magic, whether it’s in people, the place, the b... more

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Founding US President George Washington once said alcohol was a business for "scoundrels." So how'd he end up owning the largest whiskey distillery in the United States?

Cue James Anderson, a Scottish farmer and 18th century expat.

Join Scottish ar... more

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If you love whisky, there are hundreds of distilleries across the world pursuing flavour based on passion, provenance and a “taste of place”. Just look "beyond the glens" and the global "big five", says award-winning indy bottler Georgie Bell from Th... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Greta
Storyteller focusing on whiskey brands and distilleries
Episode: Whisky's for Stories; Tequila's for Jail: Chris Greta's Still Life Stories
Ian Gray
Artist and photographer known for painting distilleries
Self-employed artist
Episode: Painting the Spirit: On the Whisk(e)y Trail with Artist Ian Gray
Georgie Bell
Founder of The Heart Cut, independent bottler
The Heart Cut
Episode: Beyond the Glens: Georgie Bell from The Heart Cut
Cameron McCann
From Stirling Distillers
Stirling Distillers
Episode: Scotland's Smallest Whisky Distillery: Cameron McCann on Heritage and Innovation
Sarah Russell
Aussie whisky podcaster known as That Whisky Girl
That Whisky Girl
Episode: Aussie Drams with That Whisky Girl Sarah Russell
David Thomson
Professor at Annandale Distillery, sensory science expert
Annandale Distillery
Episode: The Whisky Algorithm: David Thomson of Annandale Distillery
Téa Nicolae
Researcher and advocate exploring how women taste whiskey differently; PhD in lived religion; works with whiskey and cultural research
Independent researcher/academic; works with Romanian whiskey initiatives
Episode: Supertasters: How Women Taste Whisky Differently with Téa Nicolae
Annabel Meikle
Whiskey educator
Independent whiskey educator and consultant (Keepers of the Quaich; former Glenmorangie global brand ambassador as discussed in the episode)
Episode: No Rules Attached: Whisky on Your Own Terms with Annabel Meikle
Jason Waddleton
Owner of The Haven in Boston
The Haven (Boston)
Episode: Every Whisky Has a Story: Jason Waddleton of The Haven Scots Bar in Boston

Host

John Beattie
Host of the show, introduces topics and guides the interview

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Brilliant podcast.

    Johns inquisitive approach to interviewing is perfect. He has a genuine interest in the subject and takes time to listen carefully and enquire deeply. The results are in depth fascinating interviews. His love of whisky shines through. A brilliant podcast to subscribe to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mccall2603
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Favourite Pod

    The variety of guests and their enthusiasm is effortlessly extracted by John’s interview style, feels like I am in the room with them. Learn something new every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fifer Aly
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Great Pod

    Great pod really good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rudie cant fail
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Variety of guests, engaging interview style that makes listeners feel in the room.
Insightful, in-depth interviews with a genuine interest in whisky.
Accessible yet informative—good for both beginners and aficionados.

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#192
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Apple Podcasts
#222
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#242
Switzerland/Arts/Food

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Supertasters: How Women Taste Whisky Differently with Téa Nicolae
Q: How does the machine work, and what does it measure to personalize whiskey recommendations?
It is a non-invasive, physics-based engine that analyzes whiskey chemistry and matches it to an individual's profile gathered from non-personal questions about energy, metabolism, and other body-wide signals to tailor recommendations and maturation projections.
Supertasters: How Women Taste Whisky Differently with Téa Nicolae
Q: What kinds of whiskeys do women normally prefer compared to men?
There is no fixed rule; although some audiences perceive women leaning toward sweeter profiles, in practice preferences vary greatly among individuals and can change with the phase of the month or environment.
Supertasters: How Women Taste Whisky Differently with Téa Nicolae
Q: Can we generalize what women would like versus men, or is it too varied to make broad claims?
Her experience shows it's highly varied; while some may prefer sweeter whiskies, it's not a universal rule and personal taste changes over time and with context, so personalization is essential.
Painting the Spirit: On the Whisk(e)y Trail with Artist Ian Gray
Q: Is it mostly American whiskey or is it Scotch as well?
Ian started with Scotch whiskeys, then broadened to photographs and exhibitions of various distilleries, including American ones, and now documents a global mix.
Painting the Spirit: On the Whisk(e)y Trail with Artist Ian Gray
Q: Before we get to that, though, how do you take your whiskey, if and when you have a whiskey?
Ian prefers it neat with a splash of water, enjoying cast strength and the way water opens up the flavor and adds layers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cask to Glass

What is Cask to Glass about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A discussion-driven series centered on whisky, storytelling, and the people and places behind the dram. Episodes cover brand narratives, distillery histories, micro-producer challenges, and global perspectives on whisky culture—from independent bottlers and blending to tastings and education. The host guides conversations with world-spanning guests, emphasizing provenance, craftsmanship, and the community around whisky, often weaving in travel anecdotes, industry dynamics, and consumer education. Noteworthy themes include the globalization of whisky, the role of storytelling in marketing, and practical experiences for bars, buyers, and enthusiasts alike. The format tends to balance expert insight with accessible tastings and candid industry... more

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1. Chris Greta
2. Ian Gray
3. Georgie Bell
4. Cameron McCann
5. Sarah Russell
6. David Thomson
7. Téa Nicolae
8. Annabel Meikle

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