Reviews and Articles

Dec. 30, 2024

Whiskey Review: Tullamore DEW Irish Whiskey

Introduction Today, we’re revisiting one of the most iconic names in Irish whiskey: Tullamore D.E.W. Bob kicks things off by clearing up the pronunciation debate. “It’s labeled as Tullamore D-E-W, with little periods in between ea…

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Dec. 30, 2024

Whisky Review: Glenmorangie Nectar D'Or Single Malt Scotch

Introduction Today, we’re diving into Glenmorangie Nectar D’Or, a single malt Scotch whisky that has become a touchstone for us over the years. The Nectar D’Or has gone through a few transformations since we first tried it. Back t…

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Dec. 30, 2024

Whiskey Review: Noah's Mill Bourbon

Noah’s Mill is a bourbon produced by Kentucky Bourbon Distillers, Ltd. (KBD), better known as Willett Distilling Company or simply “Willett.” Established in 1935, Willett has a storied history that includes a shift to ethanol produ…

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Dec. 30, 2024

Whiskey Review: Bushmills 30-Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Introduction Today, we’re diving into Bushmills 30-Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey. This rare expression from Bushmills is aged for 14 years in a mix of bourbon barrels and sherry butts, then finished for an additional 16 years in first-fill P…

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Dec. 24, 2024

Whiskey Review: Penelope Valencia Bourbon

At Film & Whiskey, we’re diving into Penelope Valencia, the annual release from Penelope Bourbon. This four-grain straight bourbon whiskey, finished in Vino de Naranja casks from Seville, Spain, is bottled at 95 proof and offers a unique p…

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Dec. 20, 2024

Whiskey Review: Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series Ice Wine and Batch 036 Bourbon

At Film & Whiskey, we’ve always appreciated Barrell Craft Spirits for their innovative approach to blending and finishing. Today, we’re diving into two of their latest releases: Barrell Bourbon Cask Finish Series Ice Wine and Barrell…

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Dec. 20, 2024

Movie Review: A Complete Unknown (2024)

A Complete Unknown chronicles Bob Dylan's journey from his arrival in Greenwich Village to his infamous electric set at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. Directed by James Mangold and based on Jay Cocks’ screenplay adapted from Dylan Goes Ele…

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Dec. 18, 2024

McCarthy's Oregon Single Malt: Reviewing 2 Whiskeys from Clear Creek Distillers

When it comes to exploring American single malt whiskey, McCarthy's from Clear Creek Distillers in Hood River, Oregon, offers a truly unique perspective. Today, we’re diving into two standout offerings: the three-year-old McCarthy’s Pot …

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Dec. 18, 2024

Old Line Spirits: Review of Three American Single Malts

At Film & Whiskey, we’re always on the hunt for unique whiskey experiences, and Old Line Spirits has quickly become one of our favorite American single malt producers. Previously, we reviewed their Navy Strength American Single Malt and we…

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Dec. 18, 2024

Whiskey Review: Westland Solum American Single Malt

Introduction Today, we’re diving into something truly unique: Westland Solum, the first peated whiskey from Westland Distillery, part of their Outpost Range. Westland has been on our radar for a while, and their commitment to American single …

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