Fireside Chat with Michael Nagdi - Founder of The Prime Barrel

This weeks episode features Michael Nagdi, founder of the iconic barrel pickers in the US "The Prime Barrel", he takes us on a journey from launching an online liquor store and taking it global. We talk passions, barrel picks, brand growth and some stories from the bottle.

Massive thanks to Michael for hanging out with me, absolute legend and hope you guys enjoy this!

Check out websites and socials below!

The Prime Barrel [https://primebarrel.com/]

De Wine Spot [https://dewinespot.co/]

DeWineSpot-IG [  / dewinespot  ]

00:00:00 Intro
00:00:18 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:01:11 What led Michael Nagde to leave his corporate job and pursue a career in the whiskey business?
00:03:09 Impact of COVID on Whiskey Career
00:03:35 How did DeWineSpot get its start online?
00:04:57 Launching DeWineSpot Online Retail
00:08:11 Community Building Through Whiskey and Soccer
00:13:09 Challenges in Whiskey Selling
00:21:42 Retail Strategies and Overhead Costs
00:33:22 Exporting Whiskey to Australia
00:45:32 Growth of Prime Barrel Club
00:50:28 Innovation with Blockchain and NFTs
00:56:44 NFT Art in Whiskey Experience
01:08:59 Pricing and Ethereum Challenges
01:10:00 Exclusive Club Offerings
01:12:47 Is this a good whiskey?
01:14:59 What whiskey is that in Ukraine?
01:16:23 Preferred Whiskey Proof Range
01:18:17 Where to Find Prime Barrel Online