Inside Whisky

Some stories are best told over a dram—and Glencadam has more than 200 years' worth of stories to share.

In this episode of The Barrel Talk, hosts Miri and Manuel sit down with Iain Forteath, Master Blender and Global Brand Ambassador for Angus Dundee Distillers, to uncover the story behind one of the Highlands' best-kept whisky secrets. Elegant, fruit-forward, traditionally crafted, and proudly Highland, Glencadam has quietly built a reputation for authenticity and a style that puts the spirit centre stage.

Drawing on more than 200 years of tradition, Iain reveals what gives Glencadam its distinctive character—from the careful art of cask selection to the distillery's commitment to craftsmanship. Along the way, the conversation explores the Glencadam's approach to whisky-making and why patience and precision remain at the heart of every dram.

Whether you're a longtime Glencadam fan or discovering the distillery for the first time, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes insights, whisky wisdom, and memorable stories from the warehouse to the glass.
Pour yourself a dram and join Miri, Manuel, and Iain for a conversation that celebrates Highland craftsmanship, remarkable whisky, and the people who bring it all to life.

What does it take to build a whisky legacy that lasts over a century?

For this episode, Miri and Martin are joined by Stephen Rankin, Director of Prestige at Gordon & MacPhail for a deep dive into one of Scotland’s most iconic independent whisky families.

Together, they explore the story behind the family business – from its beginnings as a grocery and early international tea trading business to becoming one of the most respected names in Scotch whisky.

Furthermore, in this episode you will find out about the philosophy that has guided Gordon & MacPhail across generations, with a strong focus on community, quality, patience, and long-term cask maturation. Stephen also shares insights into some of the brand’s most legendary old and rare releases and what has made Gordon & MacPhail's approach to whisky so distinctive within the industry.

Pour a dram and enjoy this episode!

What do sherry casks, Speyside tradition, bold character, Spanish flair and Tamdhu Distillery have in common…?

… They’re at the very heart of this brand-new episode of The Barrel Talk.

For this episode, Miri is joined by two fantastic guests: Sandy McIntyre, distillery manager and the man behind the day-to-day magic at Tamdhu, and Carlos Pérez Arnau, European brand ambassador for Ian Macleod, whose Spanish roots make the distillery’s slogan “From Spain to Speyside” feel especially personal. Together, they make for a dynamic duo to bring both the technical craft and the cultural story behind Tamdhu whisky to life.

Tamdhu is a distillery with a clear identity—fully dedicated to sherry cask maturation—and you can feel that focus as well as the pride and passion that comes with this dedication throughout the entire conversation. From the revival of the distillery to its commitment to exclusively using Oloroso-seasoned casks, Sandy and Carlos share what makes Tamdhu stand out in the crowded world of Speyside whisky.

Pour yourself a rich dram and join us for an episode of Spanish-Scottish storytelling that’s just as full-bodied and characterful as Tamdhu whisky itself.

In this episode, Miri and Manuel sit down with Jamie Morrison, brand ambassador of the young independent bottler One Cask at a Time.

Independent bottlers have played a big role in the whisky world for a long time, but starting a new project today comes with its own challenges. Jamie shares the story behind One Cask at a Time, how the idea developed and what it takes to launch a new independent bottling venture in the modern Scotch whisky landscape.

We discuss the philosophy of focusing on carefully selected single casks, the process of choosing and releasing whisky as an independent bottler, the aspect time and the thinking behind their very first releases.

Whether you’re interested in single cask whisky, independent bottlers, or the people shaping new whisky projects, this episode offers an insightful look behind the scenes of a young and ambitious whisky brand.

Listen now and discover the story behind One Cask at a Time.

What do classical music, vintage motorcycles, brambles, indulgent flavours and The Glendronach have in common…?

… They’re all things Rachel Barrie loves – and you can definitely feel that in this brand-new episode of “The Barrel Talk”.

For the episode with Rachel, Miri teamed up with Davide, better known as @whisky_munich on Instagram, while Martin and Manu are taking a break this time.

Rachel Barrie is a woman who does not need much introduction. She’s a legend in the whisky industry and the master blender of The Glendronach, so we were thrilled, when the opportunity arose to meet her for a chat in our hometown Munich.

You can feel from the very start how much Rachel loves being Glendronach’s master blender because for her, it is a perfect opportunity to combine the affection for her hometown with the art and science of creating great whisky (such as the stunning, new 40-year-old).

There was so much to talk about, ranging from Rachel’s love for whisky from early on to insights into the whisky industry after having worked in it for decades, and from Glendronach’s history to applying her knowledge about maturation and whisky-making to create “the ultimate sherry cask indulgence”.

So pour your favourite dram and don’t miss out on this absolutely “brambleous” episode.