The expert's guide to whisky - with Blair Bowman, Kirsty McKerrow and John McCheyne

This week Rosalind chats to a range of whisky experts in the lead up to World Whisky Day on 16 May.Blair Bowman, author, whisky consultant and founder of World Whisky Day, talks about why and how he founded the day, his journey into whisky and how you can train your nose to pick up on the subtleties of a dram.John McCheyne, Master Brand Ambassador for the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, chats about his whisky memories, what members can expect from the society, how to host a tasting at home and his favourite drams.Finally, founder of the Edinburgh Whisky Academy Kirsty McKerrow discusses her career in whisky, what courses are available at the academy and how people can take part online from home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices