The Good Dram Show – Episode 624 ‘A Viewers Choice’

Welcome to this week’s episode of the show. Like a couple of week’s ago, this is another viewers choice episode of the show, so a big thanks you to James Burgogne for the samples. The Good Dram Show with Chris Goodrum. Episode 624 – Burgo’s Bourbon BANGERZ..! Filmed in The Study Nottingham

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Ardnamurchan 2018 AD/ Venturers Club Release No4 (6 year old) 59.6%
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Chorlton Whisky Ben Nevis 14 year old 53.1%
Chorlton Whisky Balblair 16 year old 55.8%
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Glasgow 1770 Small Batch ‘Aquavitae label’ 8 year old 55%
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Daftmill ‘Double Single’ 2009 (15 year old) 55%
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Eileen Rae from International Beverage in pink with St Andrew’s Hospice staff

International Beverage announces Scottish Charities set to benefit from £25,000 ‘Spirit of Our Community Awards’ fund

One of Scotland’s leading spirits producers, International Beverage, has unveiled the three top recipients of this year’s Spirit of Our Community Awards.

£20,000 has been donated by the Airdrie-based premium spirits business and will be allocated amongst the three deserving charities, which were chosen from a raft of applications. They are:

• Airdrie’s St Andrew’s Hospice, for the charity’s child bereavement services that offer support in Lanarkshire.
• Moray Rape Crisis, an organisation that provides invaluable support for people who have been affected by sexual violence and abuse.
• Pulteneytown People’s Project, a community-led centre that supports the local population in Wick and the wider Caithness area.

A further £5,000 donation will be split amongst the following seven runners up: Lanarkshire Cancer Care Trust, Glenboig Development Trust, James Support Group, Elgin Youth Development Group, Wick Community Hub, Grampian Society for the Blind and Dornoch Beach Wheelchairs.

The International Beverage Spirit of Our Community Awards were launched in 2022 to celebrate and reward the people and organisations working hard to make a difference to others in the community surrounding the company’s head office in Airdrie.

In 2023 the initiative was extended to communities close to the company’s five Scottish distilleries, where separate awards funds were allocated.

Judged by a mix of International Beverage employees and external associates, the competition was open to any charity or not for profit organisation based near the business’s key distilleries.

• Zone 1 the ML5 and ML6 Airdrie and Coatbridge region;

• Zone 2 within a 35-mile radius of Aberdeenshire’s Knockdhu Distillery and Speyside-based Speyburn and Balmenach Distilleries;

• Zone 3 within a 35-mile radius of Pulteney Distillery in Wick and Balblair Distillery in Tain.

Spirit of Our Community Awards organiser, International Beverage Business Support Manager Eileen Rae commented: ‘We received our biggest number of awards entries to date this year and our judges really had a difficult task when it came to selecting our top recipients. The standard of entries was extremely high as so many deserving charities applied with a host of community initiatives that really touched our hearts.

We are delighted to announce our 2025 winners and runners up and look forward to hearing more on how their projects develop over the months ahead.”

The scheme is International Beverage’s biggest charity commitment to date. To learn more about the awards, please click HERE 

International Beverage is the international arm of Thai Beverage Public Limited Company. The premium spirits company’s portfolio is led by a range of high-quality brands including Old Pulteney single malt Scotch whisky, Hankey Bannister blended Scotch whisky, Caorunn and The Source Gins, PRAKAAN single malt whisky and Phraya Rum from Thailand, Larsen Cognac, The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky, The Reid Single Malt Vodka, and Rose Rabbit Liqueur.

A certified Great Place to Work, International Beverage’s success is shaped by its 700-strong team based across the business’ network of nine global sites spanning the UK, France, New Zealand, and Greater China following the company’s recent acquisition of Asiaeuro International Beverage (AIB). For more information, please visit www.interbevgroup.com/.

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International Beverage invests in new US hub to manage distribution of premium spirits portfolio in North America

Global spirits business International Beverage has today (Tuesday 3^rd February 2026) announced the establishment of a new international spirits hub in the US, as it moves to roll out ambitious plans for its portfolio of premium spirits brands in American markets.

Based in Manhattan, New York, the new hub marks the first time the business has owned and managed its own US route to market for over a decade.

Peter Powell, having previously served as the company’s Regional Sales Director UK, France & Germany, will take the lead role of Regional Director of North America. He will be supported by a team of newly appointed staff, spanning sales, marketing and finance, with the recruitment process of these roles now underway.

The majority of the company’s global portfolio – including PRAKAAN, The Cardrona, Balblair and anCnoc single malt whiskies, Phraya Rum and The Reid Vodka – will now be managed in-house from the New York hub. The business will be supported by leading US alcohol importer MHW.

The announcement follows on from the company acquiring full ownership of Greater China-based Asiaeuro International Beverage (AIB) in January 2025. These investments are part of International Beverage’s global growth strategy, which is driven by a plan to secure greater control of brand sales and marketing strategies in key markets.

In the USA, operations are set to run across both on-trade and off-trade channels with a focus on continuing to establish a solid market presence, whilst building foundations for sustainable growth and expansion in the years ahead.

Commenting on today’s news, Peter Powell said: ‘Our global sales strategy is tightly focused on building bespoke plans for every brand, in every market, matched to the specific needs of our trade customers and consumers in those markets. With the launch of our new spirits hub in the US, our business will have a base to deliver these finely tuned and highly effective plans in market. This is especially important for us in 2026, as some of our brands prepare to celebrate milestone anniversaries throughout the year. Whilst the global spirits industry continues to face many challenges, I’m very excited to be part of a dynamic new office, a talented new US team, and an exciting new phase of growth for our brands’.

To apply for one of the new roles, please visit www.interbevgroup.com

 Applications are now open for 4 US-based roles within International Beverage:

• 2 x Sales Ambassadors
• Channel Marketing Manager
• Office Manager/Finance Manager

About International Beverage

International Beverage is the international arm of Thai Beverage Public Limited Company. The premium spirits company’s portfolio is led by a range of high-quality brands including Old Pulteney Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky, Caorunn Gin, PRAKAAN single malt whisky and Phraya Rum from Thailand, Larsen Cognac, The Cardrona Single Malt Whisky and The Reid Single Malt Vodka.

A certified Great Place to Work, International Beverage’s success is shaped by its 700-strong team based across the business’ network of nine global sites spanning the UK, France, New Zealand, and Greater China following the company’s recent acquisition of Asiaeuro International Beverage (AIB). For more information, please visit www.interbevgroup.com/.

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KENTUCKY DISTILLERS’ ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2026 LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CLASS

20-MEMBER COHORT ADVANCING BOURBON’S NEXT ERA

FRANKFORT, KY. — The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has announced the incoming class of its 2026 Leadership Academy, an immersive program designed to provide a comprehensive view of the global distilling landscape and the pivotal role KDA plays in shaping Kentucky’s Bourbon industry.

Launched in 2022, KDA’s Leadership Academy spans 10 sessions held January through November, giving participants from distilling and industry affiliated member companies hands-on exposure to every facet of the Bourbon industry. Session topics include Bourbon tourism, the KDA’s legislative priorities, technical safety standards, and more.

“As we welcome the fifth class of KDA’s Leadership Academy, I’m reminded once again of the talent that’s inspiring and fueling Kentucky’s signature industry,” KDA President Eric Gregory said. “The diverse perspectives and unity of our membership are essential to our success, and I look forward to working with this exceptional group in 2026.”

The KDA congratulates the 20 individuals selected for the Leadership Academy Class of 2026:

·     Corbin Arrasmith, Pensive Distilling Co., Newport

·     Nolan Boswell, Green River Distilling Co., Owensboro

·     Jasmine Clark, Lux Row Distillers, Bardstown

·     Grant Cobb, Stedman Machine Company, Aurora, Indiana

·     Emma Cochran, Blue & Co., Louisville

·     Ally Edgington, Heaven Hill Brands, Louisville

·     Nicky Edwards, Angel’s Envy, Louisville

·     Katherine Foley, James E. Pepper Distilling Co., Lexington

·     Dave Bob Gaspar, Town Branch Distillery, Lexington

·     Michelle Harrison, Castle & Key Distillery, Frankfort

·     Shawn Hughes, Bardstown Bourbon Company, Bardstown

·     Cole Irvin, Brown-Forman Corporation, Louisville

·     Dustin Letourneau, Campari America, Lawrenceburg

·     Sophia Markley, Dark Arts Whiskey House, Lexington

·     Jessie Martin, Larrikin Bourbon Co., Lawrenceburg

·     Hannah Melillo, Whiskey Thief Distilling Co., Frankfort

·     Haley Moloney, Augusta Distillery, Augusta

·     Marshall Rogers, Kentucky Artisan Distillery, Crestwood

·     Brent White, Jeptha Creed Distillery, Shelbyville

·     Maggie Young, Bluegrass Distillers, Midway

“As we welcome the fifth class of KDA’s Leadership Academy, I’m reminded once again of the talent that’s inspiring and fueling Kentucky’s signature industry.”

— Eric Gregory, KDA President

 Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) is the Worldwide Voice of Bourbon™.

About the Kentucky Distillers’ Association:

Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association is the legendary voice for Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Its diverse and growing membership produces the overwhelming majority of the world’s Bourbon, from historic, global brands to emerging micro distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth’s landmark economic engine and its thriving, timeless craft. Member benefits include media relations, international trade development, private sampling events, technical assistance, economic development support, networking, legal defense, marketing strategies, governmental and regulatory advocacy and innovative tourism experiences through the KDA’s world-famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® adventures. A 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.

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