{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/621dee1b81750b001367a032/69335f6d7744eabdb80acfe9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"A CATCH UP WITH MARK THOMSON","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/621dee1b81750b001367a032/1765095915631-edd10cdb-e6ce-44e4-a746-65ce774e93dc.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>Mark also shares his top picks for value whiskies under £100 :</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"-https://www.inchdairniedistillery.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">-https://www.inchdairniedistillery.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"-https://www.glenscotia.com/products/12-year-old-single-malt-whisky\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">-https://www.glenscotia.com/products/12-year-old-single-malt-whisky</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.arranwhisky.com/shop-whiskies/arran-single-malts/14-arran-quarter-cask-whisky-the-bothy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.arranwhisky.com/shop-whiskies/arran-single-malts/14-arran-quarter-cask-whisky-the-bothy</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.bowmore.com/en-gb/whiskies/15-year-old-sherry-oak-cask\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.bowmore.com/en-gb/whiskies/15-year-old-sherry-oak-cask</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>00:00&nbsp;Introduction and Setting the Scene</p><p>00:47&nbsp;Catching Up with Mark Thomson</p><p>01:26&nbsp;Life Changes and New Beginnings</p><p>03:07&nbsp;Whisky Industry Insights</p><p>05:27&nbsp;Market Trends and Predictions</p><p>14:41&nbsp;Brand Ambassadorship Challenges</p><p>17:30&nbsp;Value Whiskies Discussion</p><p>18:09&nbsp;Reviewing the Limited Edition Arran Whiskey</p><p>19:37&nbsp;Exploring Glen Scotia's Offerings</p><p>20:53&nbsp;Discovering InchDairnie Distillery</p><p>23:40&nbsp;Tasting Notes on Tormore and Bunnahabhain</p><p>27:59&nbsp;Reflecting on Whisky Preferences and Trends</p><p>32:00&nbsp;Whisky Predictions for 2026</p><p>35:47&nbsp;Closing Remarks and Future Plans</p>","author_name":"A Mitch & Daz Production"}