Lew Bryson @LewBryson | Podcast: Seen Through A Glass Books: Whiskey master class: The ultimate guide to understanding Scotch, Bourbon, Rye and more, Tasting Whiskey: An insider’s guide to the unique pleasures of the world’s finest spirit Lew Bryson started writing about whisky back when you could get a bottle of Macallan for under $30 (bourbon was essentially free in those days). As an editor and writer, he’s helped shape and mentor whisky writing for almost 30 years, and he’s had some influence on beer as well. Now he reckons it’s time to sit back, yell at clouds, and keep people off his yard.
Mike Brisebois @thewhiskyexplorer | thewhiskyexplorer.ca Mike Brisebois, Canada’s premier whisky expert, is renowned for his expertise, educational prowess, and captivating tasting events, enriching whisky enthusiasts’ experiences and forging connections between brands and top consumers nationwide. As a consultant for emerging brands and whisky festivals, Mike possesses a unique talent for catapulting products to new heights in the Canadian market, driven by his vision to create unforgettable experiences that spotlight brand stories, craftsmanship, and the remarkable individuals behind each bottle. For brands seeking an immersive journey into Canadian and global whisky culture, Mike is the unparalleled guide, a committed storyteller ensuring brands not only stand out but become integral to the whisky narrative, leaving an enduring mark in Canada and beyond.
Olga Varvarova @olgatasteswhisky7 | Olga Tastes Whisky Olga emigrated from the Ukraine to Scotland - Land of the Brave. She fully admits she was completely indifferent to whisky until her visit to the Johnnie Walker Experience in Edinburgh which ignited her obsessive fascination with the spirit. Now, she’s quickly ticking off her list of Scottish distilleries. She has also earned a diploma from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy, writes the Olga Tastes Whisky blog and contributed for Scottish Field and Scotch Malt Whisky Society websites. Olga recently graduated from the Our Whisky Mentorship Program and hopes to distill her passion as a distinguished whisky writer.
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