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BEHIND THE SCENES OF DISTILLERS ONE OF ONE, A WHISKY AUCTION WITH PURPOSE
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In this episode Mitch & Daz explore the Distillers One of One event, a biennial charity auction that has raised over £4.3 million since 2021 for Scotland's Youth Action Fund. The special guest, Beanie Espy, Managing Director of Distillers Ventures Limited, delves into her role and the complexities of organizing such an immense undertaking. Highlights include a sneak peek at the exclusive one-off whisky bottles to be auctioned, such as the Laphroaig 40 capsule and Port Ellen Prism. Beanie also discusses the philanthropic impact of the event and shares inspiring stories of young people whose lives have been transformed by the funds raised. Alongside logistical tales.
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00:00 Welcome to the Distillers One of One Event
00:33 Meet Beanie Espy: The Heart of the Auction
01:08 Record-Breaking Whiskeys of 2023
02:42 The Role of Managing Director: Beanie's Journey
03:57 The Complexity and Success of the Auction
12:37 The Impact of the Youth Action Fund
18:39 Looking Forward: Future Auctions and Goals
20:32 The Excitement of the Live Auction
23:01 Event Overview and Global Participation
23:18 London Watch Party and Other Live Streams
24:43 Discussion on La Freud 40 Capsule
25:19 Details of the La Freud 40-Year-Old Whiskey
27:15 Auction Preparations and Tastings
29:03 Interest and Conversations Around the Auction
37:40 Sotheby's Exhibition and Public Viewing
39:20 Charitable Impact and Industry Collaboration
42:56 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
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