Dive into Episode 8 of Whisky & Smoke News Network, your ultimate weekly source for the latest whisky news, cigar releases, pipe tobacco updates, and industry insights as of January 7, 2026! Host Chris Kumnick returns after a brief hiatus to deliver exciting scotch whisky developments—like the sherry cask revival in Spain boosting producers for brands like Macallan, Diageo’s new Buchanan’s Green Seal blend, and Heaven Hill’s 90th anniversary—alongside bourbon highlights including Meat Church BBQ’s stake in Pursuit Spirits and World Whiskey Society’s Doc Holliday Huckleberry Edition. Cigar enthusiasts will love updates on revivals like J.C. Newman’s Sarzedas, Davidoff’s Winston Churchill Late Hour Belicoso, Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf Toro, and limited releases from Alec Bradley and Arturo Fuente OpusX. Pipe fans get the big news on Cornell & Diehl taking over Seattle Pipe Club blends plus a rave review of their new Fires on the Levee tobacco. The episode features an in-depth interview with WhiskyCast podcast legend Mark Gillespie discussing 20+ years in whisky podcasting, memorable guests, and industry trends, plus Chris’s personal reviews of Glenfarclas 25 Year Scotch, Liga Privada T52 cigar, and more—perfect for whisky lovers, cigar aficionados, and pipe smokers seeking entertaining, irreverent luxury spirits and tobacco content!Social Media LinksWhisky & Smoke News NetworkInstagram - / whiskynsmokenn Facebook - / whiskynsmoke Please subscribe, ring the bell, like, and comment below!!