Whiskey Reviews Posts
Explore expert whiskey reviews from Film & Whiskey, featuring in-depth ratings, tasting notes, and insights on bourbons, ryes, and more. Discover the perfect pour for your next sip.
Dive into detailed reviews of bourbons, ryes, and scotches featured in each episode of our podcast. From flavor profiles to price comparisons, our tasting notes help you find the right whiskey for every occasion.
Dive into detailed reviews of bourbons, ryes, and scotches featured in each episode of our podcast. From flavor profiles to price comparisons, our tasting notes help you find the right whiskey for every occasion.
March 18, 2025
Whiskey Review: Rare Character The Exceptional Series 11-Year Kentucky Straight Malt
Introduction Today, we’re diving into a unique offering from Rare Character: The Exceptional Series 11-Year Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey. This might be the first Rare Character product we’ve officially reviewed on the podcast, but it’s certainly …
March 13, 2025
Whiskey Review: Eagle Rare 17-Year (2024) Bourbon
Introduction For the second time this season, we're reviewing Eagle Rare 17-Year. That alone is wild—after nine seasons of the podcast without ever getting our hands on a bottle, we've now had it twice in one season. Buffalo Trace has somehow let u…
Feb. 25, 2025
Bourbon Review: Bardstown Bourbon Company Distillery Reserve Cathedral French Oak
Introduction This week on Film & Whiskey, we're diving into something special: the Bardstown Bourbon Company Distillery Reserve Cathedral French Oak Bourbon. As the inaugural release in Bardstown’s new Distillery Reserve line, this bottle carries s…
Feb. 20, 2025
Whisky Review: BenRiach 10 Year "The Original Ten" Speyside Single Malt Scotch
When it comes to Speyside single malts, we usually expect delicate, fruity profiles that showcase the region's signature style. But as we found out last week with Benromach 10, some Speysides pack an unexpected smoky punch. This week, we turn our at…
Feb. 11, 2025
Whisky Review: Benromach 10 Year Speyside Single Malt Scotch
Introduction Today, we're reviewing the Benromach 10 Year Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky—a scotch that, despite its regional designation, surprised us with its unexpected flavor profile. Benromach is a lesser-known but respected name in the Spe…
Feb. 6, 2025
Whiskey Review: Barrell New Year 2025 Bourbon
Introduction Today, we’re joined by our friend Lee Diaz from ReserveBar to dive into Barrell New Year 2025, the latest iteration of Barrell’s annual celebratory bourbon blend. If you’ve followed the podcast for a while, you know that Barrell has lo…
Jan. 28, 2025
Whiskey Review: Barrell Seagrass Toasted Rye
Introduction Today, we’re diving into a special whiskey: Barrell Seagrass Toasted. If you’re a longtime listener, you’ll remember that Brad’s favorite whiskey is the original Barrell Seagrass. A few weeks ago, during our conversation with the found…
Jan. 26, 2025
Whiskey Review: Jack Daniel's 12-Year Tennessee Whiskey
Introduction Today, we’re diving into Jack Daniel's 12-Year Batch 1. Last week, we tried Jack Daniel's 10-Year, but now we’re stepping up with this older, higher-proof offering. At 107 proof, it feels like a sweet spot for us—enough kick without be…
Jan. 21, 2025
Port Charlotte 10 Review
Today, we’re giving you a Port Charlotte 10 review. This is a heavily peated single malt Scotch whisky from the legendary Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay. This distillery has been crafting quality Scotch since the 1800s and has made a name for its…
Jan. 15, 2025
Whiskey Review: Jack Daniel's 10-Year Tennessee Whiskey
Introduction Today, we’re diving into Jack Daniel’s 10-Year Tennessee Whiskey, specifically Batch 3, released in February 2024. It’s a 97-proof whiskey, a bit below the typical barrel-proof offerings that dominate the market, and instead, Jack Dani…
Jan. 7, 2025
Whiskey Review: Bushmills The Rare Casks 29-Year Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish Irish Whiskey
Introduction Today, we're diving into something truly special: Bushmills “The Rare Casks” 29-Year-Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish Irish Whiskey. This bottle is part of Bushmills’ Rare Casks series, and this specific release represents their second of…
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 each letter, but I’v…
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 then, it was a 12-y…
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 production in the 1970s…
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 Pedro X…
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 profile per…
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 Bourbon Batch #…
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 Distilled Wh…
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 were blown a…
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 malt w…
Dec. 17, 2024
American Single Malt Whiskey Is Official: Here Are 4 You Need to Try Now
In January 2025, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) formally recognized American Single Malt Whiskey (ASM) as its own category. This landmark decision gives the growing segment of American single malt producers a standardized identit…
Dec. 17, 2024
American Single Malt Whiskey Earns Official Recognition from TTB
In a landmark decision, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has officially ratified the American Single Malt Whiskey (ASM) category. This announcement, effective January 19, 2025, follows years of advocacy by distillers, industry orga…
Dec. 17, 2024
Whiskey Review: Stranahan's Snowflake
Introduction Today, we’re diving into one of the most sought-after and elusive American single malts out there: Stranahan’s Snowflake. Released once a year in December, this whiskey is named after one of Colorado’s 14,000-foot mountain peaks, with …
Dec. 16, 2024
Whiskey Review: Wild Turkey Longbranch Bourbon
Here at Film & Whiskey, we’re diving into a whiskey that comes with a unique backstory—Wild Turkey Longbranch. This 86-proof Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is refined with mesquite charcoal to bring a smoky Texas flair, reflecting its co-creator,…