S7 Episode 8 – The Peat Special with Mike Billett author of Peat And Whisky – The Unbreakable Bond

The 2 Gordon’s welcome scientist turned author, Mike Billet who has spent more than 20 years working and researching as a peatland scientist.  He gives a fascinating insight into his highly acclaimed new book which Charles Maclean is quoted on the front cover as saying, “I believe this to be amongst the most important books about whisky ever written”.   Gordon and Gordon delve into the world of peated whisky and while tasting, Inchdairnie’s Ryelaw and Thompson Brothers Caol Ila 9-year Octave.  This episode is all about peat including The Year That Changed Whisky, so sit back and smell the smoke!  Slainte`