Chill Filtered

Episode 374: Jack Daniel's Heritage Toasted Barrel - Single Barrel

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack into the latest single barrel release from Jack Daniel’s: the Toasted Heritage Barrel Single Barrel.

Before the pour, they catch up on Emma’s new molars, Cole’s recent exam results, and dive into the history of Jack Daniel’s Heritage Barrel line.

On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about a Guinness World Record holder with the wildest whiskey collection you’ve ever heard of.

And on What Whiskey Would You Choose?, the big question is: Which distillery is the best — Heaven Hill, Maker’s Mark, or Buffalo Trace?

Another fun pour, some personal updates, whiskey history, and a big distillery showdown — this one has it all.

Episode 373: Hardin's Creek Jacob's Well (Second Release, 109 Proof)

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour something extra special from the James B. Beam Distillery: Hardin’s Creek Jacob’s Well (Second Release). At over 17 years old, this whiskey has the boys intrigued as they taste it for the very first time.

 

Before sipping, they catch up on Cole’s recent vacation, Bryan’s daughter not quite ready to walk it up, and dive into a little background on Jacob Beam himself.

 

On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about Buffalo Trace Distillery adding a restaurant to their Frankfort site.

 

And on What Whiskey Would You Choose?, Bryan poses the question: Buffalo Trace or Jack Daniel’s — which distillery do you pick?

 

A rare pour, family stories, bourbon history, and a major distillery showdown — it’s all here.

Episode 372: Thirteenth Colony Double Oaked HAZMAT Single Barrel & 2025 Cask Strength Rye

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack open two big pours from Thirteenth Colony — a HAZMAT Double Oaked Single Barrel and the brand-new 2025 Cask Strength Southern Rye Whiskey. Before diving in, the guys chat about bottles, movies, and the never-ending Pixel vs. iPhone debate. On Whiskey World News, Bryan shares an email about A. Smith Bowman’s newest Abraham Bowman release, this time finished with Hungarian Oak. And on What Whiskey Would You Choose?, Bryan asks: Which distillery do you choose — Four Roses or Heaven Hill? Two powerhouse pours, tech talk, a fresh Bowman drop, and a tough distillery showdown — this one’s packed.

Episode 371: Michter's 10yr Bourbon (25A) and Bomberger's PFG

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour not one, but two great whiskeys from Michter’s — the always-anticipated Michter’s 10 Year Bourbon and the historic Bomberger’s PFG. Between sips, they catch up on life and dig into the fascinating backgrounds of both Michter’s and Bomberger’s, tracing their roots and legacies in American whiskey.

On Whiskey World News, Bryan covers the developing story around Uncle Nearest’s lawsuit and what it could mean for the brand. And on "What Whiskey Would You Choose?", the guys debate:
James B. Beam Distillery or Maker’s Mark Distillery — which one are you choosing?

Two pours, one big lawsuit, and a bourbon battle for the ages.

Episode 370: 1983 Decanter of Wild Turkey 101 with The Whiskey Shaman!

This week on Chill Filtered, Bryan is out recovering from surgery, but Cole brings in a very special guest — Randall, The Whiskey Shaman himself! The two talk life, spirituality, and (of course) a whole lotta Wild Turkey. Why? Because the featured pour is an epic 1983 Wild Turkey 101, straight from a vintage decanter.

 

On Whiskey World News, Randall reads about a Central Texas distillery filing for bankruptcy, and the guys dive into what it means for the craft whiskey world. And on "What Whiskey Would You Choose?", Cole poses the question:

What’s your favorite whiskey that most people have never heard of?

 

An old-school pour, a fresh guest, and plenty of deep dives — this one's a vibe.

Episode 369: Parker's Heritage 10th Edition 24yr Kentucky Straight Bourbon

This episode of Chill Filtered is something special. Bryan brings out his favorite whiskey of all time — Parker’s Heritage 10th Edition: 24 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon. It's ultra-aged, it’s pre-fire Heaven Hill, and it just might be a straight-up legend. Before the pour, the boys catch up on life and whiskey. But after tasting it, they line up the heavyweight matchup: Bryan’s favorite vs. Cole’s recently de-throned champ, EH Taylor Seasoned Wood. Which pour takes the crown in the Battle of the Best? On Whiskey World News, Bryan covers a bizarre (and shady) story about fake Harlan Wheatley accounts “selling” Pappy online. And on "What Whiskey Would You Choose?", the question is: What’s your favorite finished bourbon? (But no Double Oaked allowed.) This one's got big pours, big comparisons, and big-time whiskey energy. Don't miss it.

Episode 368: Crowded Barrel Whiskey Company - Eleanor (Batch 17) A&B

This week on Chill Filtered, the listeners voted — and Cole and Bryan delivered. The pour? A double feature from Crowded Barrel Whiskey Company in Texas: Eleanor (Batch 17) Porto Finished Bourbon — A & B. Two nearly identical bourbons with just one difference — one was distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, and the other in Bardstown, Kentucky. Same finish, same specs — but will the origin state make the difference?

Before sipping, the guys talk recent whiskey finds, Emma’s domination of the baby-walking world (hello, 99th percentile!), and the unique, community-driven history of Crowded Barrel.

On Whiskey World News, Bryan highlights a massive Four Roses 21-year release that has everyone talking. And on "What Whiskey Would You Choose?", the boys ask: What whiskey did you grow up on? That is — when you were first getting into whiskey, what was your go-to pour before your palate evolved?

Pour a glass, settle in, and enjoy this fun, nerdy, and listener-powered episode of Chill Filtered.

Episode 367: Russell's Reserve 13yr (Batch 6)

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack open a pour that’s been on a lot of whiskey lovers’ radars lately — Russell's Reserve 13yr (Batch 6) from Wild Turkey Distillery. It’s a newly released, well-aged bourbon that promises to stir up plenty of conversation.

Before diving into the pour, the boys catch up on life’s little ups and downs — from eyelid styes (seriously, ouch) to the excitement of baby Emma taking her first steps, plus some good recent whiskey finds that have them buzzing. They also take a moment to revisit the history behind the infamous 2000 Wild Turkey distillery fire, a moment that changed the landscape for the brand.

On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about a brand-new Scotch distillery that just filled its first barrel, keeping the tradition alive in the Highlands. And on “What Whiskey Would You Choose?”, they ask:
What is your favorite summer cocktail (whiskey or not)?

Grab a glass, sit back, and join Cole and Bryan for another fun and laid-back episode of Chill Filtered!

Episode 366: Hughes Bros. Belle of Bedford 12yr Single Barrel Rye

<span;>This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack open a pour that’s got them seriously intrigued: Hughes Bros. Belle of Bedford Rye, a high-aged (and likely cask strength) rye that revives a historic Pennsylvania brand.

<span;>Before they sip this rye revival, the boys get into all kinds of tangents — from how weird Instagram feeds have been lately to dreaming about pre-fire Heaven Hill and geeking out on yeast talk. Plus, Cole opens up his birthday gift from Bryan, and it’s an absolute doozy.

<span;>On Whiskey World News, Bryan shares the latest buzz about the upcoming drops of Russell's Reserve 13yr and Eagle Rare 12yr — both high on many wishlists this year. And for "What Whiskey Would You Choose?", Bryan asks:
<span;>Are you more hoping to get your hands on Eagle Rare 12 or Russell's Reserve 13?

<span;>Pour yourself something delicious and join the guys for another fun and whiskey-filled episode!

Episode 365: Found North Hell Diver (2025) with Founder Nick Taylor

We had a blast with Nick Taylor from Found North this week. We drank the upcoming Hell Diver (2025) and see what makes it different from the First Flight. No Whiskey World News or "What Whiskey Would You Choose?" this week, but there's a lot of fun stories and whiskey blending fun along the way!