In this episode Mitch & Daz explore the Distillers One of One event, a biennial charity auction that has raised over £4.3 million since 2021 for Scotland's Youth Action Fund. The special guest, Beanie Espy, Managing Director of Distillers Ventures Limited, delves into her role and the complexities of organizing such an immense undertaking. Highlights include a sneak peek at the exclusive one-off whisky bottles to be auctioned, such as the Laphroaig 40 capsule and Port Ellen Prism. Beanie also discusses the philanthropic impact of the event and shares inspiring stories of young people whose lives have been transformed by the funds raised. Alongside logistical tales.https://www.distillersoneofone.com/00:00 Welcome to the Distillers One of One Event00:33 Meet Beanie Espy: The Heart of the Auction01:08 Record-Breaking Whiskeys of 202302:42 The Role of Managing Director: Beanie's Journey03:57 The Complexity and Success of the Auction12:37 The Impact of the Youth Action Fund18:39 Looking Forward: Future Auctions and Goals20:32 The Excitement of the Live Auction23:01 Event Overview and Global Participation23:18 London Watch Party and Other Live Streams24:43 Discussion on La Freud 40 Capsule25:19 Details of the La Freud 40-Year-Old Whiskey27:15 Auction Preparations and Tastings29:03 Interest and Conversations Around the Auction37:40 Sotheby's Exhibition and Public Viewing39:20 Charitable Impact and Industry Collaboration42:56 Final Thoughts and Closing RemarksSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/not-another-whisky-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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