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Barrel Room Chronicles
by Kerry Moynahan
Welcome to the Barrel Room Chronicles, hosted by Kerry Moynahan. Kerry is a Certified Bourbon Steward, former bartender, co-host of the Spirits of Whisk(e)y podcast, media producer and all-around whiskey aficionado. Kerry has combined her love for whiskey into media projects which celebrate this great spirit. And for the last 20 years she has been helping others tell their stories though television, film and other media. But now it’s time for her to take her love for whiskey and her experience in the entertainment industry to uncover the fascinating stories of the water of life.
Episodes
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From Music to Whiskey: The Story Behind Lodestar (BRC S4 E15)
Kerry Moynahan sits down with Anna Axster and Wendelin von Schroder, co-founders of Lodestar Whiskey and two of Forbes’ 10 Women Changing the Whiskey Industry. The cousins share how their music industry careers inspired an inclusive whiskey brand, their flagship blend of American Single Malt and...
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The History of Whiskey: A Deep Dive with Robin Robinson (S4 E14)
In this special on-location episode, Kerry heads to New York City to sit down in person with returning guest Robin Robinson—author, whiskey educator, and one of the industry’s most captivating storytellers. Five years after first appearing on the show, Robin joins Kerry to unveil his brand-new...
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BRC at Tales of the Cocktail (S4 E13)
Welcome to another exciting episode of Barrel Room Chronicles! I'myour host, Kerry Moynahan, and today we're diving deep into the vibrant worldof whiskey at the Tales of the Cocktail festival in New Orleans. This episodeis packed with spontaneous street interviews, exclusive festival finds,...
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From Sandend to Suits - Whiskey Conversations at Fog City Social (BRC S4 E12)
Fog City Social isn’t your typical whiskey festival—it’s a curated experience where every pour tells a story and every guest is treated like a VIP. In this episode, Kerry takes you inside Fog City Social Four at San Francisco’s historic Ring Con Center, sharing conversations with some of the most...
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Whiskey, Grit, and the Untold Story of Big Nose Kate (BRC S4 E11)
Kerry Moynahan talks with Mel Heim, the creative mind behind Big Nose Kate Whiskey, a bold spirit honoring the legendary frontier woman who outlived Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp. Backed by powerhouse investors Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone, the brand rewrites Kate’s story—celebrating…
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Guess What’s in Your Glass: Bobby DeMars Blindsides the Whiskey World (S4 E10)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, Kerry Moynahan its down with Bobby DeMars—filmmaker turned whiskey innovator and founder of Blind Barrels, the only double-blind whiskey tasting subscription in the U.S. What began as a quarantine pastime has grown into a national movement, spotlighting...
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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...
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Where Whiskey Meets Wall Street—and the Ready-to-Drink Revolution (S4 E8)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, host Kerry Moynahan explores two unique sides of the American spirits revolution—one driven by finance, the other by flavor.First, Kerry sits down with Ryan LaValle and Hunter Robillard, of ASM Capital Partners, a venture firm dedicated to fueling the...
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The Origins of American Single Malt with Caitlin Bartlemay of McCarthy’s Whiskey (S4 E7)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, host Kerry Moynahan sits down with Caitlin Bartlemay, Master Distiller at Clear Creek Distillery, to dive into the pioneering spirit behind McCarthy’s Whiskey—widely recognized as the original American single malt. Broadcasting from the heart of Hood...
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Barrel-Aged Dreams: Inside Access Live’s Spirit Makers (S4 E6)
Host KerryMoynahan takes Barrel Room Chronicles to the floor of WSWA Access Live in Denver for an exclusive Whiskey Whereabouts special. From global cask aging with Lost Irish to the bold innovation of Tennessee Legend, this episode features dynamic interviews with the people behind today’s most...
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Whiskey Without Mansplaining: The Story Behind Women Who Whiskey (S4 E5)
In this spirited episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, host KerryMoynahan sits down with two trailblazing women who are reshaping the whiskey world—Women Who Whiskey founder Julia Ritz Toffoli and Kim Ohanneson, head of the Los Angeles chapter. In This Episode: · The origin story of Women Who…
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From Craft Writing to Column Stills: A Journey Through the Beam Institute (S4 E4)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, host Kerry Moynahan heads to the University of Kentucky for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most innovative programs shaping the future of American whiskey. Her journey begins with a conversation with Dr. Janice Fernheimer, Professor and founding...
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Whiskey Whereabouts: Frey Ranch’s Grain-to-Glass Innovation (S4 E3)
In this special Whiskey Whereabouts episode, Kerry Moynahan reconnects with Colby and Ashley Frey of Fray Ranch Distillery in Fallon, Nevada. Together, they dive deep into Fray Ranch’s latest release—100% unmalted barley whiskey—as Kerry tastes it live for the first time. The trio explores the...
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Fog City Social (BRC S4 E2)
Host Kerry Moynahan interviews Marcello Grande, from the San Francisco Whiskey Society, to discuss the origins, growth, and future of Fog City Social — San Francisco's premier whiskey and spirits festival. Plus a quick chat with Westland Distillery's Ana Hinz.
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Whiskey Wonders: California’s 10th St Distillery tour & Dr. Rachel Barrie’s Coastal Elixirs (S4 E1)
In this episode, I take a nostalgic trip to my hometown of San Jose, California, where I visit the 10th Street Distillery. I had the pleasure of touring the distillery with founders Virag Saksena and Vishal Gauri and learning about their award winning expressions. Later in the show, I catch up…
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A Toast To Dave Sweet: Celebrating Wiskey & Barrel Nights from the Pleasanton Highland Games (S3 Finale)
In this season finale of Barrel Room Chronicles, I, Kerry Moynahan, bring you an exciting episode filled with in-person coverage from the Summer Highland Games and Whiskey and Barrel Days in Pleasanton, California. Despite the delay due to the Southern California fires, we are thrilled to wrap up...
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Kentucky Bourbon Festival 2024 (BRC S3 E23)
Welcome to another exciting episode of BRC! In Season 3, Episode 23, host Kerry Moynahan takes you on a journey through the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival. This episode is packed with exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and a deep dive into the world of bourbon. With a whopping 17...
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A Universal Whiskey Experience (BRC S3 E22)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, Kerry Moynahan takes you on an exclusive journey through the Nth, the world's premier whiskey and luxury spirits experience held at The Wynn in Las Vegas. Kerry had the incredible opportunity to speak with some of the most esteemed figures in the whiskey...
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Last Stop, Las Vegas! (BRC S3 E21)
This week, host Kerry Moynahan brings you the second half of her coverage of the 2024 WSWA Conference in Las Vegas from earlier this year. This episode is packed with fascinating conversations with Ignition Kentucky Bourbon owner Steve McPherson, Hand Barrel Bourbon's Co-founder Jim Hand AND we…
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From Desert Adventures to Whiskey Ventures: Bill Christy's Journey to American Single Cask (S3 E20)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bill Christy, the founder of American Single Cask, a new independent bottler of American craft whiskey. We kicked off the conversation by discussing Bill's unexpected journey into the whiskey industry, which began...
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Exploring the World of Whiskey Jypsi: It's Not Your Average Celebrity Whiskey Brand (S3 E19)
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of whiskey with a special focus on Whiskey Jypsi, a brand co-founded by country music star Eric Church. We explore the journey of creating this unique whiskey brand with our guests Raj Alva and Ari Sussman, who share their personal stories and…
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First Stop, Las Vegas! (S3 E18)
In this episode, host Kerry Moynahan takes us on a whiskey-filled journey, featuring exclusive interviews and insights from the WSWA conference (Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America) conference in Las Vegas. This episode is packed with insightful interviews, industry stories, and a special…
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Exploring Armagnac and Beyond: A Conversation with Master Blender Pete Lynch at Bhakta Spirits (S3 E17)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Pete Lynch, the master blender at Bhakta Spirits in Pulteney, Vermont. We delved into Pete's fascinating journey in the spirits industry, starting from his early days at Whistlepig, where he met Raj Bhakta, the...
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Decades Distilled: The Intersection of History and Whiskey (BRC S3 E16)
In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of whiskey with Sarah Jeltema (AKA WhiskyNomad) and Kurt Maitland, the dynamic duo behind the newly launched podcast, Decades Distilled. With their combined expertise and passion for whiskey, they bring a wealth of knowledge and intriguing...
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Exploring Louisville’s Whiskey Row and the Trailblazing Women in Whiskey at the WOW Awards (S3 E15)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, I had the opportunity to attend the Bourbon Women's WOW Awards in Louisville, Kentucky. The episode featured interviews with notable figures in the whiskey industry, including Joyce and Autumn Nethery from Jeptha Creed, whiskey writer Maggie Kimberl,...
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Inside Corning & Company: The One-Stop Shop for Craft Spirits (S3 E14)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, we dive deep into the world of whiskey production and brand building with Adam Spiegel, President and Master Distiller at Corning & Company. From his early days in finance to becoming a key player in the craft distilling industry, Adam shares his...
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The Editor in Chief and The Elites (BRC S3 E13)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, host Kerry Moynahan takes listeners on a journey through the world of whiskey, featuring two fascinating guests. The episode kicks off with a discussion with Mark Pruitt, the Editor-in-Chief of Whiskey Network Magazine. Mark shares his personal whiskey...
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A Tale of Tokyo and the Filmmaker (BRC S3 E12)
Welcome to another exciting episode of Barrel Room Chronicles! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of whiskey with two distinguished guests. First, we have David Blackmore, Global Brand Ambassador for Glenmorangie and Ardbeg, who shares the fascinating story behind Glenmorangie's latest...
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Changing Laws and Making History: The Story Behind Chattanooga Whiskey (BRC S3 E11)
In this captivating episode, I sit down with Tim Piersant, one of the founding fathers of Chattanooga Whiskey, to explore the fascinating journey of reviving a historic whiskey tradition in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Tim shares his personal and professional journey, detailing how he transitioned…
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Exploring Natterjack Irish Whiskey: A Toad-ally Unique Spirit (BRC S3 E10)
In this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles, I had the pleasure of interviewing Aidan Mehigan from Natterjack Irish Whiskey. Aidan shared the fascinating story behind the Natterjack toad mascot and how the whiskey is a blend of Irish and American flavor profiles. We discussed their award-winning…
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Whiskey, Hemingway, and Six-Toed Cats: A Unique Blend of Stories and Spirits (BRC S3 E9)
Our main focus today is on Hemingway Rye, a new and exciting whiskey. I had the pleasure of speaking with Ron Call and Kyle Groth, founding members of this whiskey brand. We delved into their backgrounds, the origins of Hemingway Rye, and their journey in the whiskey industry.
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Whiskey, Witches & Music: The Christine Kammerer Story (S3 E8)
In this episode of BRC, host Kerry Moynahan sits down with Christine Kammerer, a talented artist whose whiskey journey intertwines with her passion for music and storytelling. Christine shares insights into her unique musical whiskey experiences with Whiskey and Witches, where she pairs folklore...
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The Whiskey Drinkers Cognac (BRC S3 E7)
In this episode of the Barrel Room Chronicles, we dive deep into the world of Martingale Cognac, a unique spirit that challenges traditional cognac norms and appeals strongly to whiskey enthusiasts. I had the pleasure of hosting David and Saoirse, brand ambassadors and part owners of Martingale…
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Whiskey, War, and Winning Recipes Inside Old Soldier Distillery (BRC S3 E6)
In this episode of our podcast, we take a trip to the charming Old Soldier Distillery in Washington State, where history and spirits intertwine. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Andrew, the distillery's founder, and Joe, his right-hand man, to delve into the fascinating story behind their...
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From Ocean Waves to Whiskey Craves: The Story of Chambers Bay Distillery (BRC S3 E5)
Dive into the world of whiskey with our latest episode! We're on location at Chambers Bay Distillery for part 2 of our 3 part mini-series in Washington State. ,Join me as we explore Chamber Bay's unique boathouse aging process. Tune in to learn how the motion of the ocean crafts a bourbon like no...
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On Location at Doc Swinson's (BRC S3 E4)
In today's episode is a special treat for all you whiskey enthusiasts out there. We're diving deep into the world of whiskey blending with a visit to Doc Swinson's Blending House in Washington State. This is the first episode of our three-part series recorded on location, and it's one you won't...
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Distilled in Washington with Becky Garrison (BRC S3 E3)
In today's episode we're exploring the rich history of distilling in Washington state with author Becky Garrison. We'll explore Becky's unexpected whiskey journey, which began despite her family's history with alcohol and her initial skepticism about the trendy "cigar and scotch" movement of the...
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Tuning Spoons and Eggnog (BRC S3 E2)
In this episode, host Kerry Moynahan sits down with Brian Summers of Tuning Spoon to discuss his journey in the hospitality industry and the art of crafting brand experiences. Later on, Chef Louise Leonard joins the show to taste Brian's homemade eggnog. In this engaging and informative episode,...
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From the Foothills of the Himalayas: Discovering Indri's Triple Cask Whiskey (S3 E1)
In this episode of the Barrel Room Chronicles, we dive deep into the world of Indian spirits with our esteemed guest, Madhu Kanna. Madhu brings with him a wealth of experience, having spent 18 years in the spirits industry, and currently representing Indri, a single malt whiskey, and Kamikara, a...
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S2 E21 - From Past to Present: McConnell's Irish whisky Evolution with Sarah Kennedy
Passionate Irish whiskey Brand Manager Sarah Kennedy delves into McConnell's rich history, striving to revive an iconic brand amidst the challenges of the modern spirits industry. Sarah Kennedy is a distinguished figure in the world of Irish whiskey, particularly renowned for her profound…
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BRC S2 E20 - Distillery Delights: Exploring the Art of Collaborating with Local Businesses (Hawaii P2)
Does the combination of whiskey and the Highland Games sound familiar? Have you been told that simply attending a whiskey tasting event will give you insights into this unique fusion? But let's face it, sipping whiskey alone won't truly immerse you in the rich traditions and athletic spirit of…
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BRC S2 E19- Veteran’s Passion Turns to Profession: How Internships Shape Careers in Distilling
Curious about how internships and community support play a vital role in the whiskey industry? Join Kerry Moynahan in the first episode of this eye-opening two part special, where she sits down with Ian Brooks, Olivia Babiec, and Justin Rivera to discuss the importance of internships and giving...
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BRC S2 E18 - Southern California Whiskey Events
On this special edition of BRC, Kerry takes you on a tour of Southern California Whiskey Events. The first stop is the Scotch Club's Peatn' Meetn' with returning guest and founder of the club, Andy Smith. Then its on to Whiskey and Barrel Nite LA were we speak to many vendors and event goers....
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S2 E17 - The Art of Collaboration: Through the Irish Whiskey Glass
In a quest to establish Irish whiskey on the global stage, Rosi Goswell, founder of the Irish Whiskey Glass Company, reveals the secret behind her unique Túath glasses that represent a symbol of Irish whiskey worldwide. But as partnerships with whiskey brands and establishments flourish, will...
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S2 E16 - Exploring Irish Whiskey Heritage with Roe & Co.
Do you want to uncover the hidden history behind Patrick's tower and pear tree in Irish whiskey production? Wondering how these landmarks have shaped the heritage of this beloved spirit? Our guests Lora Hemy, Colin Martin, and Josh Cameron, are here to share the solution. By delving into the...
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BRC S2 E15 - Bourbon With Heart: Showcasing Kentucky's Rich Culture Through Bourbon-inspired Art
Step into the world where the rich flavors of bourbon intertwine with the vibrant strokes of artistry, and you'll discover the unexpected twist that sets hearts ablaze. Meet Morgan Hancock, the fiery soul who dared to blend these two seemingly opposite realms, creating Bourbon with Heart. As she...
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S2 E14 - Discovering the Secrets of Irish Pot Still Whiskey: Insights from Fionnán O'Connor
As Fionnán O'Connor embarked on his quest to understand the intricate flavors of Irish pot still whiskey, he uncovered a revelation that would challenge everything he thought he knew about distilling. The ancient manuscript held secrets that went beyond the traditional methods, revealing a hidden...
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BRC S2 E13 - Crafting Whiskey with a Sense of Place
In this episode of the Barrel Room Chronicles podcast, I sit down with Shane McCarthy and Brenden Carty to explore the fascinating world of collaboration and unique cask commissioning in the Irish whiskey scene. Find out how this small batch Irish Whiskey maker and independent bottler and bonder...
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BRC S2 E12 Redefining the Irish Spirits Experience with a Traditional Spin.
Prepare to be captivated by the untold tales of two visionaries in the realm of traditional Irish spirits. Their journeys seemingly separate yet linked together by mutual colleague John Ralph, took unexpected turns that would shape the course of their destinies. Find out how Ralph influenced the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Barrel Room Chronicles, hosted by Kerry Moynahan. Kerry is a Certified Bourbon Steward, former bartender, co-host of the Spirits of Whisk(e)y podcast, media producer and all-around whiskey aficionado. Kerry has combined her love for whiskey into media projects which celebrate this great spirit. And for the last 20 years she has been helping others tell their stories though television, film and other media. But now it’s time for her to take her love for whiskey and her experience in the entertainment industry to uncover the fascinating stories of the water of life.
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Welcome to the Barrel Room Chronicles, hosted by Kerry Moynahan. Kerry is a Certified Bourbon Steward, former bartender, co-host of the Spirits of Whisk(e)y podcast, media producer and all-around whiskey aficionado. Kerry has combined her love for whiskey into media projects which celebrate this...
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