Chill Filtered

On this special episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan taste the oldest whiskies ever featured on the podcast: a 40-year-old Scotch and a 55-year-old Scotch from The Last Drop Distillers. They dive into Release 34, Auchentoshan 40yr, and Release 36, Tomintoul 55yr, making for an extraordinary tasting experience.   As they catch up on life, Cole shares the fascinating history of The Last Drop Di...

In this exciting episode of Chill Filtered, Bryan returns from paternity leave! Cole and Bryan celebrate by drinking Augusta Distillery's Buckner's 17yr Single Barrel Bourbon. Bryan shares his experiences and joys of becoming a new father, bringing a personal and heartfelt touch to the episode. The conversation spans a range of topics, from the anticipation surrounding the Russell's 15yr release t...

On this special episode of Chill Filtered, with Bryan on his last week of paternity leave, Cole is joined by Mia Albaugh, VP of Fruge Companies. Together, they explore the unique J.T. Meleck Louisiana Rice Whiskey, a 100% rice whiskey aged in charred oak casks. Mia, who handles a lot of the marketing (among other things) for J.T. Meleck, brings her passion for rice and rice whiskey to the conversa...

On this episode of Chill Filtered, with Bryan still on paternity leave, Cole is joined by guest co-host and long-time listener Ben Klepzig. They dive into a unique peated single malt from Washington State, Westland Solum (Edition 2). Before sipping, the duo chats about Ben's new job, life updates, and delve into the fascinating background of Westland Distillery. In the Whiskey World News segment,...

Welcome to a special episode of Chill Filtered! With Bryan on paternity leave, Cole is joined by a very special guest: Colonel John O. Hughes from Embellish Podcast. This week is filled with unique moments as Cole presents John with his certificate of being commissioned a Kentucky Colonel, a prestigious honor in the bourbon world. For this episode, they indulge in the pour of Michter's 10yr Bourbo...

Welcome to a very special episode of Chill Filtered! This week, we celebrate Bryan's last episode before his paternity leave as he prepares for the arrival of his daughter. To mark the occasion, Cole and Bryan are sipping on a pour from one of their favorite producers: Found North Batch 009. Before diving into the tasting, they discuss the excitement of the upcoming baby and explore FONDIA (Fear O...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan sip on Knob Creek 10yr Rye, delving into Knob Creek's oldest standard rye option. Before they get to the tasting, they open Bryan's birthday present and chat about Cole's near-miss with a bottle of George T. Stagg and the history of Knob Creek ryes. In the Whiskey World News segment, Bryan reads about the r/bourbon Re...

Welcome to another thrilling episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan dive into a very special single barrel release from Tennessee: Jack Daniel's Coy Hill (139.0 Proof). Before they savor this powerhouse whiskey, they chat about state and city rivalries, the art of waiting in lines, and the unique background of the Coy Hill releases. In the Whiskey World News segment, Bryan shares an...

Welcome to another episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan sip on a special pour from The Perfect Fifth whiskey company: Canongate American Whiskey 14yr. Before diving into this unique whiskey, they discuss Bryan's upcoming baby and delivery, affectionately nicknamed 'Chickpea,' Cole's excitement over acquiring a bottle of his all-time favorite whiskey, and their personal rituals for...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan dive into the 2024 Limited Release Cask Strength Bourbon from Thirteenth Colony Distilleries, savoring each pour and exploring its complex profile. But before they get to the tasting, they chat about birthday presents, the hilarity of Cards Against Humanity, and more. In the Whiskey World News segment, Bryan shares th...

Welcome to a special one-off interview episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan are joined by Colin Spoelman, the co-founder and distiller of King's County Distillery, for an exclusive tasting and conversation. Together, they explore the rich profiles of King's County Distillery's bourbons, including their blended bourbon, straight bourbon, and peated bourbon. In this in-depth intervie...

Welcome to another intriguing episode of Chill Filtered! This time, Cole and Bryan indulge in the unique flavors of Barrell Cask Finishing Series: Mizunara (Batch 001), savoring each sip while exploring its intricate profile. But before they dive into the whiskey, the duo shares stories from their teenage years, reminiscing about YouTube videos and navigating the challenges of high school bullies....

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan dive into the delightful flavors of Penelope Rio Batch 3, savoring each sip as they explore the intricacies of this double finished bourbon. But before they raise their glasses, the dynamic duo shares personal stories and insights, from navigating the ups and downs of life to Cole's recent exam-taking drama. They...

Join us for a truly special episode of Chill Filtered! This time, Cole and Bryan have the incredible opportunity to record together in person at the A. Smith Bowman Distillery in Virginia. They're joined by none other than the distillery's very own Distiller David Bock, as they embark on an exclusive tasting journey featuring A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Batch 3 and Abraham Bowman French Oak. As...

Get ready for a captivating episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan embark on a unique tasting adventure with a collaboration whiskey that bridges continents: the Starward Single Malt, crafted in collaboration between Australia and Scotland's renowned Lagavulin distillery. But before they delve into the complexities of this exceptional blend, the dynamic duo shares anecdotes and insig...

Welcome to a truly special episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan have a rare opportunity to record together in person, live from San Antonio. To mark the occasion, they raise their glasses to toast with a unique bourbon delight: Blanton's Red. As they savor the flavors of this special edition, the duo shares laughs and stories, discussing everything from the excitement of the upcomi...

Welcome to another captivating episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan dive into the complex flavors of Nulu Single Barrel Straight Rye, specifically a special pick from r/bourbon. But before they indulge in the whiskey, the dynamic duo shares anecdotes and insights, from pondering the inevitability of death at old age to exploring the intriguing world of mead and the anticipation of...

Get ready for an epic milestone on Chill Filtered: Episode 300! To mark this momentous occasion, Cole and Bryan are joined by special guest Nick Taylor, founder of Found North Whiskey, for an unforgettable tasting extravaganza. In this monumental episode, they sip their way through all eight batches of Found North Whiskey, relishing the unique flavors and craftsmanship of each expression. But that...

Prepare for an exhilarating episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan indulge in the highly coveted pours of Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon (2023). But before they raise their glasses, the dynamic duo shares tales of whiskey lotteries, heart-pounding close-call fist fights, and the fascinating world of geology. Their lively banter sets the stage for an unforgettable tasting experience...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan embark on a tantalizing tasting journey with Michter's 10-Year Single Barrel Rye, specifically from a 23H barrel. Anticipation runs high as they wonder if this whiskey will live up to the impressive 5/5 rating bestowed upon a similar expression by Breaking Bourbon. But before they delve into the tasting, the dyna...

Get ready for another intriguing episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan indulge in the exquisite flavors of Old Forester 1924 10-Year Bourbon, savoring every sip of this newly released whiskey. But before they delve into the tasting, the dynamic duo engages in a captivating conversation covering a wide range of topics, from the importance of sun protection to the inevitability of tax...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan embark on a delightful tasting journey with Brook Hill Single Barrel Bourbon, exploring the flavors and distinctive character. But before they indulge in the whiskey, the dynamic duo engages in a lively discussion covering topics ranging from self-defense to the importance of taking well-deserved days off work. T...

Get ready for an exhilarating episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan indulge in the Texas-based flavors of Garrison Brothers Guadalupe (2024), savoring every nuanced sip of this unique port-finished whiskey. But before they dive into the tasting, the dynamic duo shares anecdotes and insights, from the wild world of online whiskey groups to Cole's teenage escapades on YouTube. They al...

Get ready for another captivating episode of Chill Filtered! This week, Cole and Bryan embark on a tasting journey with Buchanan's DeLuxe 12-Year Blended Scotch, exploring its flavors and heritage. As they sip and share their impressions, the duo engages in lively banter, touching on topics ranging from the comedic brilliance of Nacho Libre to the complexities of sibling sensitivity. To add depth...