The Stillhouse Podcast

This week on the podcast, Becky is joined by Tom Booton, head chef for The Grill at The Dorchester, and Adam Layton is Head of Food for Honest Burgers, to discuss how the experience of dark spirits can be enhanced with food.

In their conversation, Becky asks her guests why dark spirits aren’t always considered when looking for a good pairing with your meal. The team also discuss how drinks like whisky can actually enhance the flavour of our food and why Japan’s vibrant highball culture is influencing the way the world views whisky and soda. Adam and Tom also go through some great vegetarian and dark spirit combinations for our plant based foodies.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Adam Layton is Head of Food for Honest Burgers. He previously worked as Head of Brand at Street Feast. Now, he leads marketing strategy, brand partnerships, new product development with Honest Burgers.

Tom Booton is head chef for The Grill at The Dorchester. His career began aged just 15 at a local Essex restaurant, where he rose through the ranks and won ‘Chef of the Future’ at the Essex Food & Drinks Awards. He’s worked in restaurants in New York, Copenhagen and Iceland.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

Adam’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshableadam/?hl=en

Tom’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bootontom/?hl=en

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Maker’s Mark here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/imported-whisky/makers-mark

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This week on the podcast, Becky meets award winning journalist and author, Alice Lascelles, as well as Bar Manager for the incredible the Silverleaf venue, Chris Tanner, to explore the world of dark spirits and what’s on the pulse in the cocktail and bar world.

In this episode, they discuss whisky’s aspirational qualities and how our reverence for its heritage can sometimes be a barrier to experimentation in cocktails. Plus, Chris and Alice reveal their top tips for making at-home cocktail experimentation easy, while they also predict which dark spirits drink will be the next viral sensation.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Alice Lascelles is an award-winning journalist, author, presenter and drinks expert, who has been covering the drinks industry in all its forms for almost 20 years.

Chris Tanner is the Bar Manager of Silverleaf in London. He started working Alex Skarlan and Thor Bergquist at EEC Chinatown. He also previously worked in Soho’s the Vault.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

Silverleaf’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverleaf_bar/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=bdb13ddf-362e-4af9-b0d8-2c8c301d87cc&hl=en-gb

Alice’s Website: https://www.alicelascelles.com/

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Brugal 1888 here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/rum/brugal

Learn more about Toki here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/house-of-suntory/toki

Learn more about Basel Hayden’s here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/imported-whisky/small-batch-bourbon-collection

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

This week on the podcast, our host Becky meets Nick Larsson-Bell, Senior Spirits and Beer buyer for Harvey Nichols, to discuss how to find the right gift, hand-picked for you, that can be a treasured memory for a friend or loved one.

In their conversation, Nick explains why dark spirits can make an extra special gift. Becky and Nick also share some great tips for how you can find the right whisky or dark spirit for a loved one, and they discuss how you can even personalise your gift to make it even more meaningful.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Nick Larsson-Bell is Senior Spirits and Beer buyer for Harvey Nichols. Previously, Nick worked as a head bartender and a Retail General Manager for Amathus Drinks PLC.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

https://www.harveynichols.com/

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about The Glenrothes here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/news/the-glenrothes-the-42

Learn more about Bowmore here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/scotch-whisky/bowmore

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This week on the podcast, our host Becky meets Sam Wilson, store manager for Amathus Drinks, and Michael Bonsor, Managing Director of The Rosewood, to discuss all things gift experiences, and how you can ignite your loved one’s passion for dark spirits in a way that creates memories that last a lifetime.

In their conversation, the team share the best tips and ideas for dark spirit gift experiences that work for all budgets - from intimate tastings through to Highland castle getaways. They also discuss why experiences make the perfect gift if you’re looking to move beyond the bottle, and how you can give someone a seamless dark spirit’s experience at home.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Sam Wilson is the store manager for Amathus Drinks in Soho that stocks a global range of wines, spirits, bottled craft beers and liqueurs.

Michael Bonsor is MD of a luxury London hotel, Rosewood, and in 2018, Michael won the the Gold Service Scholar award.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

https://www.amathusdrinks.com/b2c/soho-store

https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/london

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Macallan here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/scotch-whisky/the-macallan

Learn more about Maker’s Mark here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/imported-whisky/makers-mark

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

This week on the podcast, our host Becky meets Andrea Montague, Head of Advocacy for Edrington UK, and Hannah Lanfear, a freelance journalist and Founding Director of The Mixing Class, to discuss how people can get the most out of their first taste of dark spirits.

In their conversation, Hannah, Andrea and Becky identify how to get the first taste right. The team also discuss the different flavour combinations that work best with dark spirits and they give their recommendations for the perfect dark spirit drink that will ensure you get the most out of your first try!

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Andrea Montague is Head of Advocacy for Edrington UK. With over 15 years of experience in the drinks industry, Montague has worked for many leading brands, creating global advocacy programmes and education platforms.

Hannah Lanfear is a freelance journalist and Founding Director of The Mixing Class. The Mixing Class is the world’s leading independent supplier of WSET Spirits qualifications. In 2019, Hannah won the Imbibe Educator of the Year.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

https://www.themixingclass.com/

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Courvoisier here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/cognac/courvoisier

Learn more about Laphroaig here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/scotch-whisky/laphroaig

Learn more about Brugal 1888 here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/rum/brugal

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

This week on the podcast, our host Becky meets Kirsten Jarin, brand ambassador for The London Essence, and Nate Brown, bartender and owner of cocktail bar Soda and Friends, where they discuss why dark spirits should be considered year- round.

In the episode, they deconstruct the myth that dark spirits are designed as a drink for the winter months and explore why they are sometimes forgotten as a great option to be enjoyed together with friends. They also have some top tips for some delicious, longer summer serves and the ultimate sharing cocktails.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Kirsten Jarin is a brand ambassador for London Essence.

Nate Brown is a bartender and entrepreneur who owns ‘Soda and Friends’ - a cocktail bar at Leamouth Peninsula in London. Previously, Nate was a drinks writer and is also currently the Creative Director for Twin Province Hospitality.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

Kirsten’s LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/kips__j/?hl=en

https://sodaandfriends.com/

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Brugal 1888 here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/rum/brugal

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

This week on the podcast, our host Becky is joined by bartender and co-founder of Idyll Drinks, Marcis Dzelzainis, as well as hospitality and beverage industry veteran, Thomas Soden, to discuss natural refreshment. They discuss whether dark spirits can be truly refreshing and why there seems to be a preconception that they should only ever be drunk neat.

They also explore the importance of local and natural ingredients in your drink and share new and unexpected ideas recommendations for lighter, natural mixers beyond the standard cola or ginger ale.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Marcis Dzelzainis is a Pioneering bartender. He’s been a bartender for 15 years. working in London venues such as the Zetter Townhouse, Sager + Wild and 69 Colebrook Row. He is also the co-founder of Idyll Drinks a soda drinks company dedicated to key concepts such as rewilding, regenerative farming and sustainable foraging

Thomas Soden is a hospitality and beverage industry veteran. He is the co-founder and CEO Ace+Freak, a natural canned drinks company that’s the most globally awarded canned cocktail with over 9 taste medals and counting, including 'Best in Class' RTD cocktail.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky Paskin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

https://www.idylldrinks.com/

https://aceandfreak.me/

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Maker’s Mark here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/imported-whisky/makers-mark

Learn more about Highland Park here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/scotch-whisky/highland-park

Learn more about The Famous Grouse here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/scotch-whisky/the-famous-grouse

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

This week on the podcast, our host Becky is joined by Lauren Anderson-Smedley, Senior Regional Specialist for Waitrose and Partners, and Jamie Campbell, a UK Brand Ambassador for Brugal 1888, to discuss me moments.

In their conversation, they define me moments, the importance of having one, and how we can personalise them to keep them exciting.

The team also discuss how the story behind a dark spirits drink can bring a different dimension to a me moment and Becky, Jamie and Lauren share their own personal drinks recommendations for having the best, most indulgent me moment.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

Lauren Anderson-Smedley is s Drinks Experience Trainer & Senior Regional Specialist for Waitrose and Partners.

Jamie Campbell is a UK Brand Ambassador for Brugal 1888 with over 10+ years in the hospitality industry, focusing on growing appreciation of the super-premium Rum category and building the brand in the UK market through Edrington UK.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky Paskin’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

Jamie Campbell’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamcampbell_/?hl=en-gb

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Brugal 1888 here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/our-brands/rum/brugal

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

This week on the podcast, our host Becky meets Senior Brand Ambassador for Edrington UK, David Miles, and founder of Celebrate Her Anna Sebastian to discuss enjoying dark spirits on your terms!

In their conversation, the team unlock the wonderful ways you can enjoy dark spirits particularly how best to enjoy them on your own terms, how you want to drink them. The team also exchange some of the great stories around the craft of dark spirits, and Becky asks her guests what the industry needs to do to empower newcomers into the category.

About The Host

Becky Paskin is an award-winning whisky expert, TV personality and former editor of scotchwhisky.com. She is the only drinks journalist in the world to have an actual distilling qualification. As one of the leading voices for breaking outdated conventions around who drinks whisky and how it should be enjoyed, Becky is passionate about helping more people gain the confidence to explore whisky further.

About The Guests

David Miles is a Senior Brand Ambassador at Edrington UK and, previously, David was a Whisky Brands Ambassador for Maxxium UK since 2013.

Anna Sebastian is the founder of Celebrate Her: a non-profit organisation aimed at elevating female talent in the hospitality industry.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

David Miles’ instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskythinking/?hl=en

Becky’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

https://www.celebrateher.me/

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Learn more about Macallan here: https://www.themacallan.com/en

Learn more about The Glenrothes here: https://uk.edrington.com/en/news/the-glenrothes-the-42

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only

Welcome to The Stillhouse Podcast - the show that celebrates all things dark spirits.

Join our host Becky Paskin, award-winning dark spirits expert, and as she will meet the greatest voices in the industry to debunk the myths around dark spirits, and showcase the exciting opportunities the dark spirits drinks category represents.

Whether it’s how to have the perfect first taste, finding the best mixer, or learning to appreciate the craft behind the beverage, this podcast will help you explore more about this incredible drinks category.

So it doesn’t matter if you’re new to the category, or a master distiller - if you’re interested in dark spirits this show is for you.

This is the Stillhouse Podcast.

Resources

https://uk.edrington.com/

Becky’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/?hl=en

https://www.onefineplay.com/

Be Drinkaware. Age 18 + only