In this episode, Mitch welcomes back Mark Thomson, to the Pod. They chat about Mark's recent departure from Duncan Taylor. Mark discusses his transition to freelance work, selling his house, and moving to the countryside. They delve into the current state of the whisky industry, including trends, pricing, and the future of brand ambassadorship.

Mark also shares his top picks for value whiskies under £100 :

-https://www.inchdairniedistillery.com/

-https://www.glenscotia.com/products/12-year-old-single-malt-whisky

https://www.arranwhisky.com/shop-whiskies/arran-single-malts/14-arran-quarter-cask-whisky-the-bothy

https://www.bowmore.com/en-gb/whiskies/15-year-old-sherry-oak-cask

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene

00:47 Catching Up with Mark Thomson

01:26 Life Changes and New Beginnings

03:07 Whisky Industry Insights

05:27 Market Trends and Predictions

14:41 Brand Ambassadorship Challenges

17:30 Value Whiskies Discussion

18:09 Reviewing the Limited Edition Arran Whiskey

19:37 Exploring Glen Scotia's Offerings

20:53 Discovering InchDairnie Distillery

23:40 Tasting Notes on Tormore and Bunnahabhain

27:59 Reflecting on Whisky Preferences and Trends

32:00 Whisky Predictions for 2026

35:47 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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