37. Brian Kinsman: we chat Scotch, prestige, affordability, and fast cars with Glenfiddich's malt master

Podcast: The Spirits Business Podcast · The Spirits Business

Opublikowano: 2026-01-12

With close to 30 years in the whisky business to his name, Brian Kinsman perhaps needs no introduction. The malt master for William Grant & Sons is renowned for leading the whisky development of some of the most beloved Scotch whisky brands, including Glenfiddich, The Balvenie, Monkey Shoulder, Grant’s and, more recently, The Famous Grouse. Brian is always incredibly generous in sharing his story, knowledge, insights and advice. On this episode, he is no different, reflecting back to the early days of his career and weighing in on important topics regarding whisky, such as single malts versus blends, and prestige ve...