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.
Oct. 14, 2024
Whisky Review: Mossburn Island Blended Malt Scotch
Introduction Today, we’re diving into another blended malt from Mossburn, specifically their Island blend. Following our review of Mossburn’s Speyside blend, we’re excited to see how their Island blend holds up. Mossburn Island Blended Malt Scotch …
Oct. 14, 2024
Whiskey Review: Ezra Brooks 99 Bourbon
Introduction Today, we're diving into Ezra Brooks 99 Bourbon, a 99-proof expression from Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky. Ezra Brooks, part of the Luxco portfolio, is known for its rye-forward profile, while their sister brand, Rebel, lea…
Oct. 10, 2024
Whiskey Review: Remus Repeal Reserve Batch VIII Bourbon
Introduction Today, we're reviewing the highly sought-after Remus Repeal Reserve Batch VIII Bourbon Whiskey from the Ross & Squibb Distillery, also known as MGP (Midwest Grain Products). MGP is a powerhouse in the whiskey world, known for supplying…
Oct. 2, 2024
Whiskey Review: Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon (2023)
Introduction In today’s review, we’re diving into the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon Whiskey, Fall 2023 release. This semiannual release from Heaven Hill is a resurrection of an old brand that has been elevated to super-premium status. The …
Sept. 26, 2024
Whiskey Review: Whiskey Del Bac Sentinel of the Desert Batch 3 Rye
Introduction Today, we dive into a unique whiskey from Arizona's Whiskey Del Bac, their Sentinel of the Desert Batch 3 Rye Whiskey. This straight rye is finished in mesquited casks, giving it a flavor profile not often found in rye whiskey. At 92…
Sept. 18, 2024
Whiskey Review: Sam Houston 15 Year Bourbon
This review is taken from our episode "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl / Sam Houston 15-Year Bourbon." Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. At Film & Whiskey, we’re always excited to dive into well-aged bo…
Sept. 18, 2024
Whiskey Review: Maker's Mark 46 Cask Strength Bourbon
Introduction Today, we’re diving into a special bourbon that rounds out a significant part of the Maker's Mark lineup: Maker’s Mark 46 Cask Strength. We’ve previously reviewed Maker’s Cask Strength and Maker’s 46, but this is our first time trying …
Sept. 18, 2024
Whiskey Review: Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend Irish Whiskey
Introduction Today, we’re reviewing Clontarf 1014 Classic Blend Irish Whiskey, a budget-friendly option that caught our attention when Bob spotted it on the OHLQ Ohio Liquor "last call" shelf for just $11. Made by Pernod Ricard's Irish Distillers, …
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 from Cali…
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 Columbus, …
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 hopes.…
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 bourbons from…
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 enthusiasts into th…
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 intriguing marketing, but…
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…
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, and the Pri…
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 staple since his wife …
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 Longbranch, a collaborat…
Sept. 4, 2024
Whisky Review: Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch
Introduction Today, we’re revisiting an old favorite: Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch Whisky. This scotch has long been considered a great "starter scotch," and we’re excited to see how it holds up after all these years. Back when we first started o…
Sept. 4, 2024
Whiskey Review: Jack Daniel's Triple Mash Tennessee Whiskey
Introduction We’re excited to dive into Jack Daniel’s Triple Mash Blended Straight Whiskey, one of the newer expressions from the iconic Jack Daniel's distillery. Alongside their Bonded release, this whiskey brings a unique blend of three bottled-i…
Sept. 4, 2024
Whiskey Review: The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Introduction We’re excited to dive into today’s review of The Sexton Single Malt Irish Whiskey. Released in the U.S. in 2018, The Sexton is a relatively new player in the world of Irish whiskey, but it certainly stands out. Not just because of its …
Sept. 3, 2024
Whisky Review: Lagavulin 16 Single Malt Scotch
Introduction We’re diving into something special today: Lagavulin 16 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky. This is a big deal for us because Lagavulin has always been a favorite of ours, but surprisingly, we've never reviewed it on the podcast before. La…
Sept. 3, 2024
Whiskey Review: Barrell Seagrass Rye
Introduction We’re diving into Barrell Seagrass today, a rye whiskey that has garnered a lot of attention and awards in the whiskey world. If you’re familiar with Barrell Craft Spirits, you know they’re renowned for their blending expertise. Barrel…
Aug. 28, 2024
Whiskey Review: Rebel 100 Bourbon
Introduction In this review, we're diving into Rebel 100 Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a 100-proof whiskey that's been flying under the radar for many whiskey enthusiasts. Formerly known as Rebel Yell 100, this whiskey has undergone a bit of a rebrand…