Charles MacLean is 'Whisky Max', one of the world's foremost experts on Blended and Single Malt Scotch, and is an absolute icon of the industry in the UK. He's written 17 books about the spirit, is on many a judging panel, acts as a consultant for various companies and has been named a Master of the Quaich. This week, he takes us through all things whisky - from how best to taste, to some of its history and some fantastic stories to boot.

Then, we dial the 3rd best bar in the world, the Manhattan at the Regent Hotel in Singapore, to chat to Head Bartender Cedric Mendoza.