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John Campbell, master distiller at Lochlea, talks to Barrel to Bottle about the challenges of going from Islay to the Lowlands, and running a true farm distillery

The Whiskey Hotline’s 2023 Signatory Handpicked Single Barrels have hit stores and this week we’re sampling all eight offerings.

Glenglassaugh, BenRiach, and Glendronach Global Brand Ambassador Stewart Buchanan stops by the Barrel to Bottle studios.

This week's guest is Bruce Joseph, master distiller for Old Potrero, a pioneer in American craft spirits.

When we say that the Whiskey Hotline travels the world to find you the best spirits for the best price, we mean it. For Handpicked Scotch, that means a trip abroad. This week on Barrel to Bottle we sample through our latest offerings from Scotland.

Barrel to Bottle tastes through twenty Whiskey Hotline Handpicked hidden gems.

Rye Whiskey, it’s a category that is a mystery to a lot of people. “Spicy” is the main descriptor most people have for rye, but there are also sweet ryes and fruity ryes. Join the Barrel to Bottle crew as they blind taste six ryes that run the gamut.

The Whiskey Hotline is joined by Laphroaig distillery manager John Campbell for a tasting of the latest release from the Islay icon, the 10 year Sherry Finish.

Join the Whiskey Hotline and Sagamore Spirit co-founder and president Brian Treacy for a virtual tasting.

Renowned winemaker, Andy Erickson, carries an impressive Napa resume including time spent at Harlan Estate, Staglin Family Vineyards, and Screaming Eagle.