What does it take to build some of the world’s most recognisable drinks brands?

In this episode of the Whisky Wealth Warrior Podcast, Glen Palmer has the absolute pleasure of interviewing an absolute legend in the sprits industry James Espey OBE—he is one of the most influential figures the global spirits industry has ever produced.

Over a career spanning more than five decades, James has helped shape iconic brands including Baileys, Malibu, Johnnie Walker Blue Label, Chivas Regal 18, and The Classic Malts. He’s also the founder of the prestigious Keepers of the Quaich, recognising outstanding contributions to Scotch whisky worldwide.

This isn’t just a conversation about whisky.

It’s a masterclass in leadership, marketing, entrepreneurship and building brands that stand the test of time.

In this episode we discuss:

🥃 How some of the world’s biggest spirits brands were created

🚀 Why great brands are built over years, not months

🤝 James’ philosophy of leadership and teamwork

📈 The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when growing a business

🌍 How Scotch whisky became a truly global product

🏆 The story behind the Keepers of the Quaich

💡 The importance of patience, vision and long-term thinking

Whether you’re passionate about whisky, building a business or simply love hearing stories from industry legends, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Connect with James Espey

🌐 James Espey OBE: https://www.jamesespey.com

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-espey-obe-42309ba/

🏅 Keepers of the Quaich: https://www.keepersofthequaich.co.uk

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What if the search for gold led you to discover something even more valuable?

In this episode of the Whisky Wealth Warrior Podcast, Glen Palmer is joined by Paul Shand, founder of Tria Prima Distillery, alongside returning guest Chris Greta from Still Life Stories, for a fascinating conversation about science, storytelling and the pursuit of exceptional whisky.

Paul’s journey is anything but ordinary. After a distinguished career as a geochemist, he left the world of scientific research to follow a lifelong passion for whisky. The result was Tria Prima Distillery—an award-winning Australian distillery inspired by the ancient principles of alchemy, where barley, water and oak become modern-day “liquid gold.”

Together we explore how science shapes great whisky, why branding matters just as much as what’s in the bottle, and why helping others may be the greatest legacy a distiller can leave.

🥃 Paul’s remarkable journey from geochemist to award-winning distiller

⚗️ The fascinating story behind the name Tria Prima

🏆 How science influences fermentation, distillation and maturation

🎨 Why Tria Prima’s branding has become as distinctive as its whisky

📖 Chris Greta’s passion for discovering hidden whisky stories

🌏 The rise of Australian single malt whisky

🥃 What it really takes to create “liquid gold”

🌐 Website: https://triaprima.com.au

📧 Email: info@triaprima.com

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TriaPrimaWhisky/

📸 Instagram: @triaprimawhisky

🌐 https://stilllifestories.com

🎥 Youtube: Still Life Stories

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What happens when you bring new life to one of Australia’s oldest whisky sites?

In this episode of the Whisky Wealth Warrior Podcast, Glen Palmer is joined by Lucy O’Brien, John Ramsay, and whisky storyteller Chris Greta to explore the remarkable revival of Clyde Mill Distillery in Bothwell, Tasmania.

From the history of the old mill and the unique character of Tasmanian whisky to gin production, wildlife, and the now-famous resident platypus, this conversation is about far more than what’s inside the bottle. It’s about heritage, craftsmanship, community and preserving something special for future generations.

🥃 The story behind the revival of Clyde Mill Distillery

🏛️ Why history and place matter in whisky making

🌿 What makes Tasmanian whisky unique

🍸 The distillery’s approach to gin and flavour

🦆 The legendary Clyde Mill platypus

🌎 Tasmania’s growing reputation on the world whisky stage

📖 Why every great distillery has a story worth telling

📸 Instagram: @clydemilldistillery

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clydemillbothwell

📧 Email: distillery@clydemill.com.au or hello@clydemill.com.au

🌐 Website: https://clydemill.com.au

🌐 https://stilllifestories.com

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