#38 UK The chestnut man's whiskey #2

AI-generated english version of the Danish podcast. The podcast transcript features an interview with Torben Thornæs, the founder of a Danish distillery, who explains his unique philosophy on whiskey production. He emphasizes that distillation accounts for half of the final flavor, challenging the industry standard that focuses primarily on the wood. Thornæs details his unconventional use of chestnut casks, noting that while the porous wood accelerates maturation and intensifies taste, it presents structural challenges due to knots in the timber. He also defends his preference for diluting whiskey to specific strengths, arguing that adding water optimizes the balance of aromatic compounds rather than just increasing volume. Finally, the hosts conduct a tasting of limited releases, highlighting a Danish oak expression and a Pedro Ximénez finish while debating the merits of age statements versus raw quality.