Episode 70: The SPEY Special – A Journey Through the Youngest Closed Distillery

Achtung, eine Durchsage! Unser Podcast hat heute ein schottisches Upgrade bekommen! Weil unser wunderbarer Gast kein Wort Deutsch versteht (und unser Gälisch etwas eingerostet ist), schmeißen wir unsere Prinzipien über Bord und senden diese Folge komplett auf Englisch. Um Spey gebührend zu feiern, wechseln wir also einmalig die Sprache. Kleiner Pro-Tipp: Wenn ihr beim schottischen Akzent nur noch Bahnhof versteht – einfach nicken, lächeln und den englischen Folgentext unten lesen. Viel Spaß! Welcome to a very special milestone here at Whis-Cast! In this episode, we are stepping into uncharted territory: this is our very first episode recorded entirely in English.To celebrate this premiere, we are diving deep into the fascinating world of SPEY—often referred to as the "youngest closed distillery in the world."Joining us for this insightful session are two true industry legends: Andrew Ferguson (Speyside Distillers Commercial Manager) Sebastian „Pütti“ Püttmann (Ambassador at Kammer-Kirsch)Together, we explore a spectacular lineup of seven distinct expressions from the Speyside Distillery. We break down the craftsmanship, the unique history, and the tasting profiles that make these bottlings so special.In this episode, we pour and discuss:SPEY Chairman’s Choice – Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask finish.SPEY 12 Years Old – The classic core range expression.SPEY Trutinā – Aged in Bourbon Casks.SPEY Tenné – Finished in Tawny Port Casks.SPEY Fūmāre – A beautifully smoky expression.SPEY Trilogia – A harmonious blend of tradition.SPEY Chairman’s Choice (14 Years Old) – A special Single Cask release.Whether you are a long-time fan of the Speyside Distillery or new to the brand, this deep dive offers a comprehensive look at what makes SPEY one of the most intriguing names in the whisky world today.Enjoy the episode! Don't forget to subscribe and let us know which of these seven expressions you’d love to try most.Sláinte!