WhiskyAngelz

WhiskyAngelz - Cask Strength Chaos

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Slàinte and welcome, fellow whisky misfits! 🍻 You’ve just stepped into WhiskyAngelz: Cask Strength Chaos, where we mix history, humour, and high-proof storytelling—with a healthy dose of irreverence. This is more than just a podcast. It’s a whisky-fuelled adventure through the scandals, myths, feuds, and forgotten tales that make whisky the most legendary drink on the planet. Whether it's whiskey with an 'e' or otherwise there's no snobbery, no nonsense—just great drams and even better stories.

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Whisky in China: Exploring Hai Seas Distillery and the Modern Chinese Whisky Scene 07.05.2026 18:09

Whisky in China: Exploring Hai Seas Distillery and the Modern Chinese Whisky Scene Join us as we journey through Shanghai's vibrant whisky culture, visit the innovative Hai Seas Distillery, and discover how Chinese tradition and modern techniques blend in this emerging whisky landscape. This episode dives into distillery stories, local drinking culture, and the challenges and triumphs of crafting...

Witches, Monks & Malt: The Secret Origins of Scotch at Lindores Abbey Distillery 26.02.2026 17:29

Journey to Lindores Abbey, the birthplace of recorded Scotch whisky (1494), and uncover the overlooked role women played in early distillation—before witch trials turned their craft into “evidence.” We explore Friar John Cor’s famous entry, the rise of male guilds, and taste three modern drams with Lorena from Lindores Abbey Distillery. Featuring tastings of: LINDORES SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY MC...

Murder, Mystery, and Malt with author Natalie Jayne Clark on her new novel, The Malt Whisky Murders 04.12.2025 25:21

Welcome back to WhiskyAngelz, where we pour a dram of knowledge and a splash of irreverence into your day! In this episode of WhiskyAngelz, host Max welcomes Natalie Jayne Clark, author of The Malt Whisky Murders. Natalie shares her journey from a whisky novice to a whisky ambassador and author. The conversation explores her debut novel, set in Campbelltown, where two women take on the whisky in...

The Rise of Kavalan: How Taiwan Became a Whisky Powerhouse! 18.09.2025 38:12

Join host Max in this exciting episode of WhiskyAngelz as he visits the Kavalan Distillery in Taiwan . Delve into the unique story behind this remarkable distillery, its innovative production methods, and the distinct qualities of its award-winning whisky. In conversation with David Chen, a representative from Kavalan, we explore: The rich history of Kavalan and its vision for 100% Taiwanese singl...

Edinburgh Fringe and Whisky- Showcasing Whisky and Witches 11.08.2025 13:04

In this WhiskyAngelz special episode, Max explores the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, focusing on the unique show 'Whisky and Witches.' The creators, Christine and Jane, share their journey of how the show came to be, highlighting the intersection of whisky culture, folklore, and the empowerment of women in the whisky industry. They discuss the immersive experience of the show, which combines music, s...

Edinburgh Fringe and Whisky- Showcasing Whisky Folklore Tasting Show 08.08.2025 9:38

In this WhiskyAngelz special episode, we abandon the studio for the glorious bedlam of the Edinburgh Fringe—armed with nothing but a microphone, tall tales, and a questionable sense of direction. Max explores the vibrant world of whisky at the Edinburgh Fringe with Ben Hunter, who runs the Whisky Folklore show. They discuss the evolution of whisky tours, favourite whisky selections (Old Pulteney,...

Whisky in Film: Bowmore 12 Year Old Tasting and Fictional Hollywood Malts 06.06.2025 15:28

Bowmore 12 year old sets the stage as our reference dram in this episode of WhiskyAngelz, Cask Strength Chaos. Join Max for a dive into what makes a reference whisky essential for our podcast – from comparing new bottlings to building your own taste vocabulary. Special guest André de Almeida (Inside the Cask blog) joins the fun to explore the wild world of fictional whiskies in movies and televisi...

Gunpowder, Whisky and Women. Dram Queen Ann Miller’s tales will blow your mind! 20.05.2025 45:35

Tune into WhiskyAngelz: Cask Strength Chaos for a wild ride through Scotland's whisky culture. Max and Ann Miller, the Dram Queen, explore the magic of whisky festivals, the unsung heroines of whisky, and the evolution from illicit stills to global icons. With tales of gunpowder proofing, smuggling adventures, and the importance of casks, this episode is a blend of history, hilarity, and high-proo...

Angel’s Share Gone Wild: Whisky Maturation in Brazil’s Heat 06.05.2025 25:37

🥃🌴 Brazilian whisky? Of course it’s a thing—and it’s spectacular. This week on WhiskyAngelz: Cask Strength Chaos, we’re joined by the wonderful André de Almeida from Inside the Cask Blog to explore Brazil’s booming whisky scene. From Union Distillery’s 16-year-old single malt to Lunatic Asylum’s bold experiments, Brazil is proving it’s more than beaches and cachaça. With tropical Angel’s Share,...

Outlaws and Angels: The Wild Whisky 'Rescue' of the SS Politician 23.04.2025 18:52

WhiskyAngelz dive into the wild true story of the SS Politician, the shipwreck that sent 22,000 cases of whisky and millions in cash washing up on Scottish shores—and sparked a legendary islander “rescue” operation. #Whisky #Scotland #WhiskyGalore #SSPolitician #Podcast #History Watch the full video version of the podcast at: https://spoti.fi/3EgZB9x Subscribe to stay up to date on via WhiskyAngel...

From Trump’s Whisky Tariffs to the accidental drinking of £360 whisky! 09.04.2025 17:14

In this chaotic debut of Whisky Angelz, Max stumbles upon a £360 bottle of whisky, presses all the wrong buttons, and somehow still manages to deliver tasting notes and whisky history. If you like your podcasts with a side of absurdity and a dram of disaster, you’re in the right place. Watch the full video version of the podcast at: https://spoti.fi/3EgZB9x Subscribe to stay up to date on via Whis...