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Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson gets special mention in Ireland’s Hot Press magazine review of Altitude Comedy Festival
“Special thanks must go to Whiskey Comedian Alan Anderson who wandered the streets with rare Whiskey in bottles, hip flasks and Goatskins. Any time you felt yourself flagging and whenever you didn’t, he turned up with a rare single cask blend of heather-soaked barrell aged Glenlivermorangie or some such. Even on the slopes, he was loaded for bear, hunting down sobriety with an unerring eye and bottles of 80% proof. This is why clowns have red noses!”
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Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson introduces Aberdeen FC boss Craig Brown to Stand Up.
Aberdeen FC boss Craig Brown turned his hand to stand up comedy at a Kidney Research fundraiser organised by Kenny Dooley.
Last year Kenny donated one of his kidneys for transplant. This year he aims to raise over £100,000 for Kidney Research. So far, with the help of people such as the former Scotland fitba boss and Radio 2’s Chris Evans he has raised over £34,000.
In May 2012 Kenny aims to cycle non stop from London to Paris
To donate towards Kenny’s efforts visit
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Irish comedian and all round outdoor guy Ed Byrne joins Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson at the Altitude Comedy Festival in Mayrhofen, Austria. In the gondola back from a blizzard on the Hintertux Glacier they drink some Connemara Peated Single Malt Irish Whiskey. They are joined by Phil Nichol and Craig Campbell.
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At the Altitude Comedy Festival Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson is joined by Andre Vincent, Marcus Brigstocke, Ian Stone and Phill Jupitus for a wee chat and some samples of whiskies and chocolates on World Whisky Day.
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At the Altitude Comedy Festival in Mayrhofen, Austria on World Whisky Day, Phill Jupitus gets to taste the Whisky of the YEar Old Pultney 21yr Old. www.altitudefestival.com www.worldwhiskyday.com
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It’s World Whisky Day, Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Phil Nichol joins Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson at the Altitude Comedy Festival in Mayrhofen, Austria. On the chair lift they drink Gordon MacPhail’s cask strength bottling of a 1997 Highland Park.
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Altitude Comedy Festival headliner Phil Nichol enjoys 14 yr old Highland Park on World Whisky Day
It’s World Whisky Day, Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Phil Nichol joins Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson at the Altitude Comedy Festival in Mayrhofen, Austria. On the chair lift they drink Gordon MacPhail’s cask strength bottling of a 1997 Highland Park.
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At the Adelaide Fringe Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson introduces Edinburgh Fringe superstars the Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre to two special whiskies.
The Edinburgh malt Glenkinchie 10 yr old
Adelaide’s own Southern Coast Single Malt.
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Whisky Comedian podcast Adelaide Fringe with The Magnets
Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson interviews acapella beatbox singing group The Magnets and gets their ideas on how three very different whiskies taste.
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt - Glenfiddich, Balvenie & Kinivie
Smokehead - Independantly bottled Islay Malt
Bakery Hill Double Wood from Melbourne Australia
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Adelaide Art Guide's glowing review of Whisky Fir Dummies
Alan Anderson: Whisky Fir Dummies II
Austral Hotel – Red Room, Tue Feb 28
A pumping Scottish soundtrack and mantelpiece strewn invitingly with whisky bottles sets a pleasing tone for an absorbing hour of whisky appreciation. Scotsman Alan Anderson is no crusty expert from a dusty, musty whisky club, rather he’s a regular enthusiast on a one-man mission to convert a willing audience to his choice of tipple and, frankly, anyone is welcome. The energetic Anderson is inclusive and educational, a fascinating tour guide who jams in a surprising amount of history and geography facts – which are never dry – around tasting notes, a debunking of marketing tactics, and audience participation, all with a comedic twist. Everyone gets to try some whisky, even if several audience members have to earn their wee dram. Anderson occasionally strays across the fine line of acceptable with his audience banter – definitely unnecessary in an otherwise entertaining show. Funny, factualand free whisky? I’ll drink to that.
Final word: Sharp
Jenny Roesler
Alan Anderson performs at Austral Hotel – Red Room until Sat Mar 17.
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4**** for Whisky Fir Dummies from the Adelaide Advertiser.
Alan Anderson: Whisky Fir Dummies II
- From:The Advertiser
- February 29, 2012
PROMISING a free whisky tasting with every show, it was no surprise to see the Austral’s Red Room at capacity for Alan Anderson’s weeknight show.
Mercifully, Anderson isn’t just some Scotsman who want to get drunk with you, he’s a passionate whisky enthusiast who absolutely needs his audience to learn about the magical amber liquid.
It’s not so much a tasting as an at times very humourous sermon on the origins of whisky, the making of whisky, the taste of whisky, the way to drink whisky and, why Scottish whisky is the best of all.
Anderson delivers lightning fast responses to hapless audience members who are treated to a taste of the much-lauded drink and, in between tastings, he regales the audience with one-liners and acerbic observations about life.
And then, he sweetens the deal at the close of the show, doling out that much promised tasting to everyone. A definite must for whisky lovers and a good night out for anyone who’s not afraid of a tipple.
Alan Anderson: Whisky Fir Dummies II
Austral Hotel, Red Room, until March 17
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Whisky Fir Dummies II Adelaide Fringe Shows at The Austral - HaHa Comedy
25 Feb - 18 Mar 2012
The whisky tasting show with a difference. Six malt whiskies to be tasted, many laughs to be had.“inventive, fun, a light hearted way to learn about whisky” (The Scotsman)
“The heart of the show begins when the whisky bottles are opened. It turns into a humorous lecture about the Scottish whisky industry that is far from dry and stuffy. Combining plenty of personal views with the facts, he provides information about the various distilleries and processes while inserting jokes at every opportunity.” (Chortle)
“Impressive, amusing, a bargain of a night out” (Adelaide Advertiser)
“Anderson educates his audience on the wonders of Scotland’s finest export whilst simultaneously keeping the laughs coming with some non-PC, quintessentially Scottish humour” (Three Weeks)
“Anderson educates his audience as well as keeping them rolling with laughter…. a warm and hilarious get-together.” (Chortle)“(Whisky Fir Dummies) is a testament to Anderson as a comedian that he can draw from the crowd and put on a highly entertaining show” (Rip It Up Adelaide)
Glaswegian comedian Alan Anderson loves Single Malt Scotch Whisky and he wants you to love it too.
Whisky Fir Dummies premiered at Australia’s Adelaide Fringe Festival in February 2011. Alan Anderson performed Whisky Fir Dummies for 18 nights, receiving rave reviews and sell out audiences… probably something to do with the free whisky he hands out during the show to his favourite audience members.
Back in Scotland in August 2011 the show was rejigged and perfected with the help of several Whisky Brand Ambassadors and Master Blenders. Alan performed the show for 26 mights at the Edinburgh Fringe, once again getting sold out audiences and rave reviews.If you came to the 2011 show then fear not. This year we have six new whiskies, new jokes and a new ending. However we still pour more for the front row.
Hae a dram, some cheeky banter and learn about Scotland’s greatest export with Glaswegian comedian Alan Anderson. Every show a new, unique whisky sodden tale.
WHISKY FIR DUMMIES is available for touring across the UK and Internationally.
Keep up to date with what’s going by visiting our YouTube and Podcast channels or download us on iTunes.
http://www.youtube.com/user/HaHaComedyScotland
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At Whisky Live Glasgow, Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson interviews Neil & Joel from caskstrength.net
The boys were at Whisky Live showcasing 5 of the World Whisky Award winners:
Best Blended Malt Scotch ~ Berry Bros. & Rudd Blue Hanger 4th Limited Release
Best Irish Single Malt Whiskey ~ Bushmills 16 Years Old
Best Campbeltown Single Malt Whisky ~ Springbank 12 Years Old
Best Islay Single Malt Whisky ~ Bowmore Tempest
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Whisky Comedian Podcast at WHisky Live with Mark Connelly of Glasgow WHisky Festival
At Whisky Live Glasgow Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson interviews Glasgow’s Whisky Chief Mark Connelly.
Mark owns whiskywhiskywhisky.com a wonderful forum for malt heads. He has also opened up his own shop The Good Spirits Co, Bath St, Glasgow… and he help found Glasgow’s Whisky festival.
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Whisky Comedian Podcast @ Whisky Live Glasgow.
Fred Laing describes Big Peat at Christmas in song.
Whisky Comedian Alan Anderson interviews the second most famous moustache in whisky. Fred Laing of Douglas Laing & Co, independent bottlers, blenders and creators of the Old Malt Cask, Provenance and John Player Special ranges of Scotch Malt Whisky. The new boy on the block is Big Peat… and now he has a festive friend. Big Peat at Christmas.
Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila, Port Ellen.
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ALAN ANDERSON : THE WHISKY COMEDIAN
email: alan@hahacomedy.co.uk
"inventive, fun, a light hearted way to learn about whisky" (The Scotsman)
"The heart of the show begins when the whisky bottles are opened. It turns into a humorous lecture about the Scottish whisky industry that is far from dry and stuffy. Combining plenty of personal views with the facts, he provides information about the various distilleries and processes while inserting jokes at every opportunity." (Chortle)
"Impressive, amusing, a bargain of a night out" (Adelaide Advertiser)
"Anderson educates his audience on the wonders of Scotland's finest export whilst simultaneously keeping the laughs coming with some non-PC, quintessentially Scottish humour" (Three Weeks)
"Anderson educates his audience as well as keeping them rolling with laughter.... a warm and hilarious get-together." (Chortle)
Glaswegian comedian Alan Anderson loves Single Malt Scotch Whisky and he wants you to love it too.
Whisky Fir Dummies premiered at Australia’s Adelaide Fringe Festival in February 2011. Alan Anderson performed Whisky Fir Dummies for 18 nights, receiving rave reviews and sell out audiences... probably something to do with the free whisky he hands out during the show to his favourite audience members.
In August 2011 Alan performed the show for 26 mights at the Edinburgh Fringe, once again getting sold out audiences and rave reviews.
Hae a dram, some cheeky banter and learn about Scotland's greatest export with Glaswegian comedian Alan Anderson. Every show a new, unique whisky sodden tale.
WHISKY FIR DUMMIES is available for touring across the UK and Internationally.
Keep up to date with what's going by visiting our YouTube and Podcast channels or download us on iTunes.
http://www.youtube.com/user/HaHaComedyScotland
http://www.hahacomedy.co.uk/Ha_Ha_Comedy/Podcast/Podcast.html
