Casks, Characters & Collectibles: The Best of The Nth Universal Whiskey Experience 2025 (S4 E9)
In this special on-location episode, Kerry Moynahan takes you behind the velvet ropes at The Nth 2025, one of the most prestigious luxury whiskey events in the world. Join Kerry as she reconnects with some of the industry’s most respected voices—and tastes some of the rarest expressions on the market.
From brand-new American launches and collector-level Scotch to unique rice whiskies from Japan and elegant cask-finished releases, this episode showcases the craftsmanship, innovation, and personality behind the glass.
Featured Guests & Highlights
🔸 Koray Özdemir – White & Mackay / Fettercairn Single Malt
- U.S. launch of Fettercairn’s 24 and 28-year-old single malts
- Discussion of the distillery’s unique cooling ring and copper still innovation
- Exploration of flavor profiles: tropical fruits, mango, and spice
- The story behind the unicorn emblem and Fettercairn’s 200-year history
🔸 Nicolas Palazzi – PM Spirits
- Shares a rare 16-year Tamdhu single cask from "Artist #13" series
- Talks about importing niche spirits and building a portfolio with passion
- Speaks candidly about evaluating spirits and staying true to the craft
🔸 Chris Uhde – ImpEx Beverages / Head Blender for Amahagan
- Pours a cherry blossom cask-finished rice whisky from Osuzuyama Distillery
- Shares insights into his blending work with Japanese whisky
- Reflects on palate calibration, creativity, and achieving balance
- Talks about staying the course in the spirits business
🔸 Gareth Howells – Aberfeldy / Bacardi
- Introduces two rare expressions: a 26-year red Bordeaux cask-finished Aberfeldy and a 25-year anniversary edition
- Shares historical insights into the distillery and architect Charles Doig
- Discusses the blending process with Stephanie MacLeod and flavor notes like caramel, wild strawberries, and vanilla
🔸 Josiah McClain – 375 Park Avenue Spirits
- Tastes a 23-year-old Cutty Sark Centenary Edition with heavy port and sherry influence
- Introduces Glen Moray 21 (Tawny Port finish) and Glenfarclas 25
- Describes the production styles and classic characteristics of each brand
Tasting Notes
Featured whiskeys in this episode range in age from 16 to 50 years and include:
- Fettercairn 24 & 28 (U.S. debut)
- Tamdhu 16 Single Cask (Artist Series)
- Osuzu Rice Whisky (Cherry Blossom Cask)
- Aberfeldy 25 & 26-Year Expressions
- Cutty Sark Centenary (23-Year)
- Glen Moray 21 (Tawny Port Finish)
- Glenfarclas 25 (Oloroso Cask Influence)
Links & Mentions
- 🌐 BarrelRoomChronicles.com
- 🥃 Fettercairn Whisky
- 🍷 PM Spirits
- 🗾 ImpEx Beverages
- 🦌 Aberfeldy Whisky
- 🚢 Cutty Sark
- 🛢️ Glen Moray
- 🏔️ Glenfarclas
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Gareth Howells
North American Single Malt Whisky Ambassador | Bacardi USA
The North American Single Malt Whisky Ambassador for Bacardi USA
