About this episode

Joshua & Jason discuss the current state and future of American Single Malt Whisky with Steve Hawley.

Joshua & Jason have a sit down with American Single Malt Whiskey Commission President, Steve Hawley, to discuss the status of American Single Malt Whisky. Where are we 18 months in to ratification? Is the public more aware? Has the classification helped producers yet? What direction is American Single Malt Whisky going in flavor/quality-wise? There's only one way to find out... ...as usual, have a seat, have a pour, and listen in. Unless you're driving. If you're driving, be smart and stay sober but be sure to listen into the conversation! Special thanks to: - Weigh Down for allowing us to use their song "Wooden Monsters" as our theme song - RØDE for making *really* great microphones - Focusrite for making awesome USB receivers - Joshua Hatton for producing and editing

People in this episode

Hosts: Joshua Hatton, Jason

Guest: Steve Hawley

Topics covered

• American Single Malt Whisky
• whiskey classification
• flavor quality
• public awareness
• industry status

Keywords

• American Single Malt
• whiskey
• classification
• flavor
• quality
• public awareness
• whisky industry

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: American Single Malt Whiskey Commission, Weigh Down, RØDE, Focusrite

Books & works: Wooden Monsters

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