Chill Filtered

It’s that time again. 🎉🥃 Welcome to the 2025 Chillies Awards Show — our annual end-of-year celebration where Cole and Bryan crown their favorite whiskeys of the year and crack open some of their favorite pours to mark the occasion.   There’s no history segment, no Whiskey World News, and no “What Whiskey Would You Choose?” this week. This episode is all about vibes, reflections, and handing out...

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour something they’ve been itching to spend real time with: Hardin’s Creek Warehouse Series — Warehouse G (The Owl). It’s a Beam experiment with serious intent behind it, but before they even lift the glass, the conversation wanders in true Chill Filtered fashion. They kick things off talking New Year’s vibes, the chaos (and joy) of tacos dropping, and...

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack into a big, bold new release from Jack Daniel’s — Tanyard Hill Rye, coming in hot at 138.3 proof. But before the fire hits the glass, the boys rewind a bit, talking Christmas recap, standout gifts, and all the good, chaotic fun that comes with time spent with family. Once it’s time to sip, they dive into what makes Tanyard Hill Rye such a fascinati...

It’s Chill Filtered’s 2025 Christmas Episode, and the boys go all out. Cole and Bryan sit down with the entire lineup of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, sipping through every pour while soaking in the holiday spirit. Between glasses, they crack open an incredible stack of presents sent in by listeners, and once again, they’re completely floored by the generosity of this community. This year...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack into a Campbeltown classic: Springbank 12 Year Cask Strength (2025) — a release that never fails to get whiskey nerds buzzing. Before the first sip, the conversation wanders through Cole’s Disney World adventures with the family, a little nostalgic detour into ’90s bands like the Toadies, and a deep dive into what makes Springbank 12 CS such...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour something serious — Knob Creek 21 Year Bourbon. Before diving into a whiskey with an age statement that would’ve seemed impossible not that long ago, the conversation wanders through Sylvia Plath, mental health, meaningful numbers, and eventually circles back to how (and why) ultra-aged bourbon is making a confident return. Once the glasses ar...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan are joined by one of their all-time favorite guests — and his brother (for the first time!) — Nick and Zach Taylor from Found North! The guys are on the podcast to celebrate and represent their brand-new release, Found North Snow Day — an email-list-only drop that was announced the very same day this episode goes live. Talk about timing… Nick dives...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour a brand-new release from the James B. Beam Distillery: Booker’s The Reserves (2025) — an adventurous Kentucky bourbon finished in tequila barrels. Before diving in, the boys talk through the upcoming Christmas episode and Secret Sampla, share adorable stories where Emma says “hi” to seemingly everyone, and kick around the idea of a New Orleans...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan sip a well-aged bourbon out of Bardstown, Kentucky: Penelope Estate Collection Founder’s Reserve 13-Year Bourbon. Before digging into the pour, they chat about old wedding planning memories, hard ciders, and why 13 might just be the luckiest aging number in bourbon.   On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads an article about Jack Daniel’s bringing back t...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack open a hot new release from Woodford Reserve — the latest Distiller’s Select: Cask Strength Rye. Before diving into the pour, the boys get into Halloween plans, chat about their Driftless Glen “Songle Barrel”, and even take a little trip to Petersburg, Virginia. On Whiskey World News, Bryan shares a story about Sazerac Barrel Select offering...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour the newest release from Found North — Goldfinch (First Flight). Before diving in, they talk about old episodes, healthy boundaries when it comes to alcoholism, and what makes Canadian whisky so unique in the whiskey world.   On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about Jack Daniel’s newest special release: Tanyard Hill Rye.   And on What Whiskey W...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack open a brand-new release from Bardstown Bourbon Company — Discovery Series #13, a Kentucky straight bourbon made from four unique components. Before diving into the pour, the boys chat about anniversaries, hurricanes, and what having a blending identity can do for a whiskey brand. On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about the big Buffalo Trace...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan go peaty with a pour of Octomore 14.2 from Bruichladdich Distillery. Before sipping, they chat about recent whiskey pickups, YouTube channels they’ve been into lately, and dive deep into a discussion on phenols.   On Whiskey World News, Bryan shares the scoop on big upcoming releases from Heaven Hill Brands.   And on What Whiskey Would You Choose?,...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan finally crack into a pour they’ve been waiting on since it was first announced: Eagle Rare 12 Year. Before sipping, they relive the fun and highlights from their 2025 listener meetup in Wisconsin. On Whiskey World News, Bryan shares some of the coolest upcoming whiskey releases hitting the market. And on What Whiskey Would You Choose?, the boys ask...

Fun episode with the Whiskey Shaman this week. A little off our typical format, but we enjoyed every moment!

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan open a rare new release from Lawrenceburg, Kentucky: Wild Turkey Master’s Keep: Beacon. Before diving in, they talk about the upcoming listener meetup and explore the history of Wild Turkey before and after Campari ownership. On Whiskey World News, Bryan covers Buffalo Trace’s Elmer T. Lee Charity Sweepstakes, raising funds for St. Jude Children’s...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour something big: Barrell Decade, a hazmat Canadian blend with a minimum age of 20 years. It’s high in age, high in proof, and sure to spark some conversation. Before the tasting, they chat about Emma finally walking, Bryan’s meaningful bourbon score, and dive into the history of American vs. Canadian whiskey rules. On Whiskey World News, Bryan c...

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...

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 Ja...

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...

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 st...

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 f...

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...