Mark Gillespie

I'm the host and executive producer of WhiskyCast.
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The World of Whisky

It’s hard to capture the entire world of whisky in one book, but that’s the task Felipe Schrieberg took on with his new book “The… Read More

A Salute to Jimmy Russell

Jimmy Russell will soon begin his 71st year at Wild Turkey Distillery, and this fall, he’ll celebrate his 91st birthday. This week, we’re honoring the… Read More

The Macallan Cobbler

The Macallan provided this cocktail refresher suitable for summer parties created by brand ambassador Allan Roth. 1.5 ounces of The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years… Read More

Whisky, Hollywood Style

Filmland Spirits founders Troy Bolotnick and Charlie Flint created their brand as an homage to the classic “B Movies” of the 1950’s and 60’s. With… Read More

In Search of Vintage Whiskies

Whisky collector Mark Wade specializes in vintage bottlings, specifically Prohibition-era “medicinal” bottles. Part of his collection went on the auction block this month at Sotheby’s,… Read More

The Masters…and the Protege

Dr. Bill Lumsden is best known as the head of whisky creation for The Glenmorangie Company, but he’s also the master blender for Beyonce’s SirDavis… Read More

Mary Dowling: The Mother of Bourbon

Mary Dowling was a pioneer among women in distilling. She ran distilleries and cooperages with her husband John before and after his death in 1903,… Read More

T is for Texas and Terroir

This week, we’re going to geek out with the results of two studies comparing whiskies matured in Texas with the same whiskey matured elsewhere. Milam… Read More

Angel’s Envy Peach Smash

Smashes can be a welcome summer cooler, and the folks at Angel’s Envy have provided this recipe for their Peach Smash. Pour all ingredients into… Read More