Reviews and Articles

Sept. 17, 2024

Whiskey Review: Redwood Empire Lost Monarch

Introduction At Film & Whiskey, we’re always excited to dive into new whiskey experiences, especially from lesser-known distilleries. Today, we're taking a close look at Redwood Empire Lost Monarch, a blend of straight whiskeys that hails…

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Sept. 17, 2024

Whiskey Review: Watershed Bourbon Finished in Pinot Noir Casks

Introduction At Film & Whiskey, we’re always eager to dive into something new, and today is no exception. We're reviewing Watershed Distillery's bourbon finished in Pinot Noir casks, a special release from the craft distillery located in …

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Sept. 17, 2024

Whiskey Review: Rebel 100 Straight Rye

Introduction At Film & Whiskey, we've long been fans of the Rebel brand. Their affordable yet surprisingly good Rebel 100 Bourbon has been a go-to recommendation for us. So when we got our hands on Rebel 100 Straight Rye Whiskey, we had high ho…

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Sept. 16, 2024

Whiskey Review: Bardstown Bourbon Company Silver Oak Bourbon

Introduction Today, we’re diving into the Bardstown Bourbon Company Collaborative Series Silver Oak. This is a blend of straight bourbon whiskey finished in cabernet barrels from Silver Oak Winery in California. The blend includes bourbon…

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Sept. 10, 2024

Whiskey Review: Bardstown Bourbon Company High Wheat Bourbon (Origin Series)

Introduction In this review, we’re revisiting Bardstown Bourbon Company with their latest addition to the Origin Series: High Wheat Bourbon Whiskey. This release is part of Bardstown’s permanent lineup and is designed to welcome enthusi…

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Sept. 6, 2024

Whiskey Review: Green River 1885 Bourbon

Introduction At Film & Whiskey, we’re always on the lookout for quality bourbons that deliver exceptional value. Today, we’re diving into Green River 1885 Bourbon, a bottle that caught our attention not just because of its intriguin…

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Sept. 4, 2024

Perfect Picks for a Beginner Whiskey Collection

Introduction Today, we're jumping into a fun and practical challenge: building the perfect starter whiskey collection. If you're just getting into whiskey and want to stock your home bar with a solid selection without breaking the bank, this is for…

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Sept. 4, 2024

Whiskey Review: Johnny Drum Private Stock Bourbon

Introduction Today, we’re diving into Johnny Drum Private Stock, a bourbon produced by the Willett Distillery. This bourbon holds a unique spot in the Johnny Drum lineup, which includes three different versions—green label, black label,…

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Sept. 4, 2024

Whiskey Review: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon

Introduction Today, we’re diving into a whiskey that holds a special place for both of us—Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Bourbon. For Bob, this was the bourbon that made him fall in love with whiskey, and for Brad, it’s been a stap…

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Sept. 4, 2024

Whiskey Review: Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon

Introduction In today’s review, we’re diving into Wild Turkey Rare Breed, a barrel-proof bourbon whiskey that clocks in at 116.8 proof. Up until now, the only Wild Turkey expression we’ve covered on the show was Wild Turkey Longbr…

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