Cask to Glass
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<p>How do you take your whisky?</p><br><p>Neat? Splash of water? Block of ice? Or even a mixer?</p><br><p>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.</p><br><p>Whether you call it whisky, whiskey, uisge beatha, aqua vitae, or the water of life... there's a story behind every dram; a craftsman behind every drop; an aroma with every nose; and a flavour in every sip.</p><br><p>This is the spirit of Scotland: distilled in a place; shared around the world.</p><br><p>What makes it so special? Why is it so loved? And who are the people that make it, and the aficionados who drink it?</p><br><p>Join John every Thursday as he explores the alchemy that takes place from cask to glass.</p><br><p>Slàinte!</p><br><p>-------</p><p>Host: John Beattie</p><p>Producer: David Holmes</p><br><p>Socials:</p><p>@C2GWhisky</p><p>@JohnRossBeattie</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 16, 2026
Mythical Beasts & Tangible Assets: Spiritfield's Ross Archer & Russell Spratley
<p>Is whisky ownership the ultimate tangible asset?</p><br><p>In this episode of Cask to Glass, we go behind the scenes of the whisky industry with <strong>Russell Spratley</strong> and<strong> Ross Archer</strong> from <a href="https://www.spiritfilled.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Spiritfilled</strong></a>. From their roots in finance to launching an award-winning independent bottling brand and an HMRC-approved bond, they share what it really takes to navigate the world of casks.</p><br><p>We dive deep into:</p><p>•The reality of whisky as a tangible asset vs. a financial instrument.</p><p>•How the <strong>Braeside Bon</strong>d is creating a new standard for transparency and "experience-led" storage.</p><p>•The revolutionary <strong>NEOC</strong> (New Era of Cask) process that is transforming how spirits are finished.</p><p>•How Scottish rugby legend <strong>Finn Russell</strong> became the face of their brand.</p><p>•The current state of the global whisky market and why "time" is the most valuable ingredient.</p><br><p>Whether you're a seasoned collector or just curious about owning your first cask, this conversation offers a rare, honest look at the craft and business of Scotch whisky.</p><br><p>Slàinte!</p><p>-------</p><p>Socials: <a href="https://x.com/C2GWhisky" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@C2GWhisky</a> | <a href="https://x.com/JohnRossBeattie" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@JohnRossBeattie</a></p><p> </p><p>Creator & producer: David Holmes</p><p>Art work & design: Jess Robertson</p><p> </p><p>Music: Water of Life (Never Going Home)</p><p>Vocals: Andrea Cunningham</p><p>Guitars: John Beattie</p><p>Bass: Alasdair Vann</p><p>Drums: Alan Hamilton</p><p>Bagpipes: Calum McColl</p><p>Accordion: Gary Innes</p><p>Music & Lyrics: Andrea Cunningham & John Beattie</p><p>Recorded & mixed by Murray Collier at La Chunky Studios, Glasgow, Scotland</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
July 9, 2026
The Swallows' Tale: John Johnstone & the Spirit of Glenkinchie
<p>What does a 6,000-mile journey from Africa to a Scottish distillery have to do with a rare 30-year-old whisky? John Johnstone shares "The Swallows' Tale", a story of family legacy, natural cycles, and the spirit of Glenkinchie Distillery.</p><br><p>From his roots in the mining community of Tranent to his transition from engineering into the heart of the whisky industry, John shares a deeply personal look at the people and history behind the "Lowland Legend."</p><br><p>We dive into the arrival of the swallows at the distillery, the craftsmanship behind the legendary 30-year-old release, and how sharing a dram at the visitor center has a unique way of restoring faith in humanity.</p><br><p>Slàinte!</p><p>-------</p><p>Socials: <a href="https://x.com/C2GWhisky" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@C2GWhisky</a> | <a href="https://x.com/JohnRossBeattie" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@JohnRossBeattie</a></p><p> </p><p>Creator & producer: David Holmes</p><p>Art work & design: Jess Robertson</p><p> </p><p>Music: Water of Life (Never Going Home)</p><p>Vocals: Andrea Cunningham</p><p>Guitars: John Beattie</p><p>Bass: Alasdair Vann</p><p>Drums: Alan Hamilton</p><p>Bagpipes: Calum McColl</p><p>Accordion: Gary Innes</p><p>Music & Lyrics: Andrea Cunningham & John Beattie</p><p>Recorded & mixed by Murray Collier at La Chunky Studios, Glasgow, Scotland</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 18, 2026
The Dram Queen: Ann Miller & the Demysification of Enjoying Whisky
<p>There are a lot of supposed "rules" when it comes to whisky. But for <strong>Ann Miller</strong> "rules are meant to be broken". AKA <a href="https://dramqueen.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>The Dram Queen</strong></a>, Ann's been demystifying the flavour and vocabulary of whisky for years, from explaining how a drop of water unlocks the taste of a dram to explaining the science of what goes on in the cask.</p><br><p>In this episode of Cask to Glass, John Beattie chats to one of Scotland’s most esteemed whisky educators.</p><br><p>With a career spanning from the Scotch Whisky Experience in the 1980s to Chivas Brothers, Ann shares her deep expertise on the heritage, science, and evolving landscape of Scotland's national drink. We dive into the fascinating chemical reaction that occurs when adding water to whisky, the rise of non-age statement expressions, and the innovative cask finishes shaping the market today.</p><br><p>Ann also reveals her "Desert Island" whiskies and provides professional tips on how to truly assess and savour a high-end dram. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your whisky journey, this conversation is packed with insights to help you appreciate the "water of life" on your own terms.</p><br><p>#whisky #scotchwhisky #podcast #DramQueen #WhiskyTasting #CaskToGlass #Speyside #singlemaltscotch </p><br><p>Slàinte!</p><p>-------</p><p>Socials: <a href="https://x.com/C2GWhisky" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@C2GWhisky</a> | <a href="https://x.com/JohnRossBeattie" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@JohnRossBeattie</a></p><p> </p><p>Creator & producer: David Holmes</p><p>Art work & design: Jess Robertson</p><p> </p><p>Music: Water of Life (Never Going Home)</p><p>Vocals: Andrea Cunningham</p><p>Guitars: John Beattie</p><p>Bass: Alasdair Vann</p><p>Drums: Alan Hamilton</p><p>Bagpipes: Calum McColl</p><p>Accordion: Gary Innes</p><p>Music & Lyrics: Andrea Cunningham & John Beattie</p><p>Recorded & mixed by Murray Collier at La Chunky Studios, Glasgow, Scotland</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Cask to Glass?
<p>How do you take your whisky?</p><br><p>Neat? Splash of water? Block of ice? Or even a mixer?</p><br><p>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.</p><br><p>Whether you call it whisky, whiskey, uisge beatha, aqua vitae, or the water of life... there's a story behind every dram; a craftsman behind every drop; an aroma with every nose; and a flavour in every sip.</p><br><p>This is the spirit of Scotland: distilled in a place; shared around the world.</p><br><p>What makes it so special? Why is it so loved? And who are the people that make it, and the aficionados who drink it?</p><br><p>Join John every Thursday as he explores the alchemy that takes place from cask to glass.</p><br><p>Slàinte!</p><br><p>-------</p><p>Host: John Beattie</p><p>Producer: David Holmes</p><br><p>Socials:</p><p>@C2GWhisky</p><p>@JohnRossBeattie</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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