Reviews and Articles

April 23, 2025

Whiskey Review: Almost Old Bones Bourbon

Introduction In this week’s review, we’re diving into Almost Old Bones Bourbon, a 9-year-old whiskey from Backbone Bourbon Company, sourced from Bardstown, Kentucky and bottled at 110 proof. Despite the cheeky name, this isn’t a y…

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April 22, 2025

Whisky Review: Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Scotch

Introduction This week, we’re diving into one of the most iconic names in single malt Scotch—Macallan. And not just any Macallan, but their Double Cask 12 Year expression. If you’ve ever glanced at the Scotch section of a liquor s…

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April 15, 2025

Whiskey Review: Penelope Wheated Bourbon

Introduction We’re back with another offering from Penelope, a brand we've always appreciated for their well-crafted sourced whiskeys. Today, we’re reviewing Penelope Wheated Bourbon, a four-grain bourbon that leans into wheat as its se…

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April 9, 2025

Whiskey Review: Old Elk Infinity Blend

Introduction This week on the Film & Whiskey podcast, we’re diving into the 2023 edition of Old Elk Infinity Blend, a unique yearly experiment from the Colorado-based distillery. We’ve had Old Elk on the show before, but it’s …

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April 1, 2025

Whiskey Review: Barrell Craft Spirits Dovetail Gold Label

Introduction We’re back with another premium offering from one of our favorite whiskey producers: Barrell Craft Spirits. Today, we’re diving into Dovetail Gold Label, a luxury-tier expression that builds on the already beloved Dovetail …

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March 23, 2025

Whisky Review: Cutty Sark Blended Scotch

Introduction This week on Film & Whiskey, we cracked open a bottle of Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky, one of the most recognizable (and historically underrated) Scotch brands on the market. Named after the famous clipper ship that’s sti…

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March 23, 2025

Talisker 10 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review

When it comes to peated Scotch, there’s a whole spectrum of intensity—and we’re starting to realize Talisker might have found the sweet spot. This week, we’re diving into the Talisker 10 Year, our first-ever review from the T…

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March 20, 2025

Whiskey Review: John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon

Introduction Today, we’re diving into John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey, a unique expression from Virginia’s A. Smith Bowman Distillery. This bourbon has an interesting production process—it starts as Buffalo Trace&rsqu…

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March 20, 2025

Whisky Review: Rich and Rare Reserve Canadian Whisky

Introduction Today, we’re diving into Rich and Rare Reserve (or Rich & Rare Reserve, as the bottle states), a Canadian whisky that, if nothing else, has a name that exudes class. But does the whisky live up to the moniker? This is a blend…

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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&…

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