In this episode, Mitch sits down with Phil Keene, the legendary mind behind House of Hazelwood, to explore a series of extraordinary whiskies that marry tradition with innovation. Phil, the Commercial Director of House of Hazelwood, takes us on a deep dive into the brand’s philosophy and the craft behind some of its most unique expressions—each one a testament to rare casks, ghost distilleries, and expert blending.

From the floral elegance of The Garden at Hazelwood (47-year-old blend) to the robust, Highland-influenced Hazelwood Highlander (39 years), each dram tells its own story. Phil shares insights on preserving the delicate balance of aged whiskies, blending rare stocks, and working with silent distilleries to revive forgotten flavours.

Mitch and Phil also discuss the role of grain whisky, age versus character, and how bespoke projects cater to the discerning whisky collector.

Whether you’re a whisky investor or a die-hard fan of Islay’s smoky spirit, this episode has something for every palate. Grab a dram and join us for a conversation filled with laughter, history, and a few surprising notes on the future of rare blended Scotch.

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In this episode of Not Another Whisky Podcast, Mitch and Nicholas pull back the curtain on the Keepers of the Quaich—a society dedicated to honouring those who’ve made their mark in the Scotch whisky world. Both inductees share the story of their journey to becoming Keepers, from the exclusive ceremony at Blair Castle to what it really means to carry this honour.

Alongside guest insights from fellow Keepers like Charlie Maclean MBE, Mark Thomson and Juliette Bucan, they explore the role of the Quaich society today: how it fosters whisky tradition, honours those in the industry, and even challenges what it means to protect Scotch’s legacy in a modern world. Expect stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes secrets from whiskies most prestigious “club.”

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In this episode, we reconnect with Pete Allison, co-founder and whisky maker at Woven Whisky. Since our first chat back in 2022, Woven has gone from strength to strength, blending whiskies from across the globe and shaking up the industry with its experimental, ‘borderless’ approach. Pete shares how the brand has evolved, from bold releases like the Experience No. 20 to the launch of its new blending studio in London.

Join us as we explore the art of whisky blending, break down the barriers of tradition, and get an inside look at the creativity driving Woven’s vision. We will also explore how Pete and his team balance innovation with craftsmanship, their favourite unexpected flavour combinations, and what’s next for Woven.

If you’re curious about whisky and love the idea of something new and exciting, this episode is for you. Plus, Pete shares where you can find Woven’s latest releases and how to get involved in creating your custom blend at their new studio.

THE WOVEN LONDON STUDIO

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