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Episode 411: Thirteenth Colony Hazmat Double Oaked...

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2026/05/18

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan dive into an unexpected treat: a surprise sample sent directly from Thirteenth Colony Distilleries. They are cracking open the latest 2026 Hazmat Double Oaked Single Barrel Bourbon.Before digging into the high-proof pour, the boys catch up on recent whiskey opportunities in their respective cities and break down the literal and figurative anatomy of a hazmat pour—and exactly what it takes to survive one. On Whiskey World News, Bryan tackles the business

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Episode 410: Abraham Bowman Special Release #26 -...

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2026/05/11

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Episode 409: Buffalo Trace Single Oak Rye Bourbon #80...

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2026/05/03

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan finally get their hands on a bottle they feel like they’ve been waiting years to taste: the Buffalo Trace Single Oak Rye Bourbon #80. This is the much-anticipated follow-up to the legendary SOP #80, and the boys are beyond grateful to Sazerac for the opportunity to put it to the test.Before the main event, they take a moment to look back and compare this new release to some of their favorite "OG" Single Oak Projects—including, of course, the original #80

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Episode 408: Sagamore Rye 8yr Amontillado Cask Finish

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2026/04/27

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan explore a special release from Sagamore Spirit: their 8-year Rye finished in Amontillado casks. It’s a sophisticated pour with a lot of character, and the boys spend some time breaking down why that specific sherry finish interacts the way it does with their rye. Before they crack the bottle, they warm up the conversation by chatting through some names in the industry—like Heaven Hill or Good Times—and getting into a fun discussion about those elusive

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Episode 407: Thirteenth Colony 2026 Cask Strength...

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2026/04/20

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Episode 406: Elijah Craig 15yr Single Barrel

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2026/04/13

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan get their hands on a long-awaited release from Heaven Hill: an Elijah Craig 15-Year Single Barrel. After years of fans asking for more age-stated options, the boys finally see if this 15-year pour lives up to the hype.Before cracking the seal, the conversation takes a turn into the struggles of caffeine withdrawal, the hidden grip of sugar, and why Heaven Hill made a brilliant move by officially adding a 15-year expression back into the mix. On Whiskey

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Episode 405: George T Stagg (2016) at 144.1 Proof

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2026/04/06

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan take it back to 2016 to crack open what many consider one of the most legendary releases of all time: George T. Stagg (144.1 proof). Yeah… this one’s been a long time coming.Before diving into the pour, the boys get into AI-generated videos and music, some April Fools’ jokes that actually landed (and some that didn’t), and a great conversation on how your whiskey palate can evolve over the years — sometimes leaving old favorites in the dust. On

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Episode 404: Springbank 10yr Fino Sherry

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2026/03/30

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan crack into a Campbeltown gem: Springbank 10 Year Fino Sherry — a unique twist on a classic distillery profile.Before getting into the pour, the boys chat about Kansas travels, the dangerously deep world of espresso machines, and Cole’s recent funeral trip, bringing a mix of light and real-life moments before the whiskey starts flowing. On Whiskey World News, Cole shares his latest deep dive into the ongoing Uncle Nearest drama, breaking down what

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Episode 403: Found North Peregrine (2026)

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2026/03/23

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Episode 402: Bruichladdich x4+18

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2026/03/16

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Episode 401: Still Austin Tanager (2025)

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2026/03/09

On this episode of Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour a rare-ish Texas bourbon that’s been getting some buzz: Still Austin Tanager. Before getting into the review, the boys chat about the ever-thrilling world of taxes, some fun blind tastings they’ve been doing, and the story behind Still Austin Whiskey Co. — including what makes the distillery stand out in the growing Texas whiskey scene.On Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about Heaven Hill Distillery releasing a 13-year bourbon to honor their

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Episode 400: Interview with Bourbon Legend Freddie...

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2026/03/02

Four. Hundred. Episodes. Somehow, some way… we made it. For this massive milestone, Cole and Bryan are beyond honored to welcome Freddie Johnson of Buffalo Trace to celebrate Episode 400. Having Freddie join us for this one feels right — a true ambassador of bourbon, history, and hospitality sitting down to talk life and whiskey on a landmark episode. Of course, we couldn’t do 400 without pouring something special. The boys crack into some absolute heavy hitters — think Pappy and George T. Stagg —

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Episode 399: Thirteenth Colony 113 Rye

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2026/02/23

This week, Cole and Bryan pour a brand-new release from Thirteenth Colony Distilleries — their 113 Rye finished with maple wood spirals. It’s a unique twist on rye, and you know the boys are ready to see whether that maple influence plays nice… or tries to steal the whole show. Before the review, they catch up on Cole’s exam results (big feelings, big energy) and take a nostalgic detour into how college applications went back in the day — stress, strategy, and all. On Whiskey World News, Bryan

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Episode 398: Green River Wheated Single Barrel Cask...

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2026/02/16

This week on Chill Filtered, Cole and Bryan pour a Green River Barrel Proof Wheated Bourbon pick, clocking in at a healthy 124.2 proof. It’s bold, it’s wheated, and it’s ready for a proper breakdown.Before they sip, the conversation drifts into the wild world of salespeople (the good, the bad, and the persistent) and the history behind the Green River Distilling Company, one of Kentucky’s quieter comeback stories. On Whiskey World News, Bryan shares updates on Kirin potentially selling Four

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Episode 397: Heaven Hill 90th Anniversary Bourbon

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2026/02/09

On this episode, Cole and Bryan crack open a special release from Heaven Hill Distillery — the Heaven Hill 90th Anniversary Bourbon — and give it the attention a milestone bottle deserves… eventually. Before the whiskey even hits the glass, the boys go deep on Cole’s latest exam attempt, the very real struggle of Afrin addiction, and the long, annoying road of getting over lingering colds. You know, the hard-hitting topics. For Whiskey World News, Bryan reads about Buffalo Trace’s newest event

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Episode 396: The Buffalo Trace Single Oak Project...

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2026/02/02

This episode is a straight-up whiskey nerd dreamCole and Bryan line up 7–8 different barrels from Buffalo Trace’s legendary Single Oak Project, including the highly hyped Barrel #80, and set out on a mission to answer the big question: Is Barrel #80 actually the best of the bunch? As they work through the pours, the boys bounce between tasting, ranking, and laughing about psycho kids, The Simpsons, other classic TV shows, and the fascinating background behind the Single Oak Project itself. On

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Episode 395: Kilchoman Loch Gorm (2021)

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2026/01/26

This week, Cole and Bryan head straight to Islay for a dark, smoky, sherry-soaked treat — Kilchoman Loch Gorm (2021), an Islay Scotch fully matured in sherry butts and packed with bold flavor. Before diving into the pour, the boys catch up on Bryan’s trip to Universal, Cole’s recent bourbon finds, and the very real (and very relatable) dream of having your kid be the favorite at daycare and school. They also dig into the background of sherry cask maturation and what makes Islay Scotch so uniquely

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Episode 394: Woodinville 8yr 100% Rye Whiskey

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2026/01/19

This week, Cole and Bryan head to the Pacific Northwest with a seriously impressive pour from Woodinville, Washington — Woodinville 8yr 100% Rye Whiskey. It’s a high-age, all-rye release that’s been a long time coming, and the boys are more than ready to see what it’s all about. Before diving into the glass, they warm things up with talk of trips without kids, the eternal debate between Cuban sandwiches vs. Reubens, and a little background on Pacific Northwest rye whiskey and why the region

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Episode 393: The 2025 Chillies Awards

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2026/01/12

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Episode 392: Hardin's Creek Warehouse Series:...

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2026/01/05

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 a surprisingly spirited discussion about the whiskey world’s favorite niche term — “outturn.” You know…

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