by admin | Dec 2, 2025 | Podcast
Gavin welcomes Jessica Ann Zimlich and Zach Zimlich of ZAK Cooperage, discussing their family business history, which started in 1990. Zach’s upbringing in the cooperage provided him with creative control over whiskey flavor profiles. The conversation covered...
by admin | Nov 18, 2025 | Podcast
Dawn Davies, the buying director for The Whiskey Exchange, talks to Gavin about the modern whiskey market and raises issues such as overcharging customers, releasing substandard, non-age statement liquid, and using excessive packaging that shifts focus from the...
by admin | Nov 4, 2025 | Podcast
Gavin Linde welcomed Brandon Smith, the National Brand Activation Manager for Lofted Spirits, shared their professional background and their introduction to whiskey, emphasizing the importance of memories and friendships in whiskey appreciation. They discussed the...
by admin | Oct 21, 2025 | Podcast
Gavin Linde and Chris Blandford discussed the significant changes in the whiskey market, highlighting a new era where consumers are more educated and prioritize quality. This shift has also brought challenges, particularly with barrel picks, where palate fatigue makes...
by admin | Sep 16, 2025 | Podcast
Gavin Linde introduced Lars Rucker from Hong Kong, known for Tiffany’s Bar and the Hong Kong Whiskey Festival, as a guest on the Rolex Whiskey podcast. Lars discussed the evolution of the whiskey scene in Hong Kong and China, the growth of Tiffany’s New...
