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The Whiskey Podcast

The Whiskey Podcast

By: Aneesh Bhasin
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A podcast for whiskey lovers by whiskey lovers.

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  • Ep1 - Jim Murray, the world's most well known whiskey critic
    Jan 12 2026

    The discussion covers Jim's unexpected initiation into the world of whiskey, his life as a whiskey journalist, and the creation of his acclaimed Whiskey Bible. Jim shares insights into his unique tasting method known as the 'Murray Method,' and they delve into the nuances of blending and the evolution of Indian whiskeys. Jim speaks highly of Indian whiskey brands like Amrut and Paul John, noting their quality and increasing popularity both in India and globally.

    00:00 Introduction

    00:27 Meet Jim Murray: Whiskey Legend

    02:38 Jim Murray's Journey into Whiskey

    05:06 The Murray Method: Tasting Whiskey

    08:32 The Birth of Whiskey Bible

    13:06 Blending and Writing: A Creative Process

    20:42 Impact of the Whiskey Bible

    28:24 Tasting Session and Final Thoughts

    29:23 Nosing Techniques for Whiskey

    32:16 The Importance of Temperature in Whiskey Tasting

    34:33 The Evolution of Indian Whiskey

    44:25 Underrated Whiskeys to Try

    49:44 Final Tasting and Conclusion

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    51 mins
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