Episodes!
Old Zach Bourbon Whiskey | Pour Decisions Tuesday
Heather and B honor the red, white, and bourbon with Old Zach Bourbon Whiskey β an 11-year, 120-proof single barrel bourbon from Coxβs Creek Distilling Company in Kentucky. From the patriotic packaging to the deep oak flavor, this barrel-strength bourbon reminds us why America and bourbon belong together.
ASW Fiddler Line Review | Georgia Bourbon Meets MGP Tradition
Heather and B head south to Atlanta, Georgia, to explore the ASW Fiddler Line β a bourbon series that blends Georgia soul with MGP precision. From the toffee-sweet Fiddler Wheated to the barrel-proof punch of the Toasted Cask Strength and the Encore Seelbachβs Pick, this episode is a jam session of caramel, spice, and toasted oak.
Ass Pocket Whiskey β The Search Release | Derek Trucksβ Soulful 10-Year Bourbon Review
Heather and B take on Ass Pocket Whiskey β The Search Release, a 10-year, 107-proof small batch bourbon from Derek Trucks. Blues meets bourbon in this soulful whiskey review from Tortured Bourbonβcrafted for drinkers who chase the story, not the hype.
π₯ Penelope Caribbean Flair: Havana, Rio, and Valencia
Heather and B take their taste buds on vacation with Penelopeβs Cooper SeriesβRio, Havana, and Valencia. From honeyed oak to rum-soaked maple to citrus-bright Spanish wine barrels, itβs a bourbon world tour that proves Kentucky whiskey has no borders.
Rebel Bourbon Stave Showdown: Mocha Magic or Toasted Tragedy?
Two Rebel Bourbon single barrels. Two wildly different stave finishes. One delivers mocha magic. The otherβ¦ not so much. But weβre not telling you which is which. Tune in to see which pour rises β and which one crashes and burns.
Tortured Bourbon β Four Roses OBSK Barrel Strength | 9 Year Kentucky Bourbon Review
We go unscripted with a powerhouse Four Roses OBSK Barrel Strength 9 Year Kentucky Bourbonβa 120 proof Warehouse BS pick from Youngsville ABC. Big spice, bold oak, and classic Four Roses depth. This isnβt just another bourbon tastingβitβs a lesson in barrel proof perfection.
π₯ Tortured Bourbon Friday: Wheat Whiskey Face-Off
Wheat whiskey goes wild in this Friday episode of Tortured Bourbon. Star Hill Farmβs new release faces off against Bernheim Full Proof. One soft, one savage. Who wins?
EH Taylor Showdown: Unscripted Bourbon Chaos | Buffalo Trace Whiskey Review
An unscripted Buffalo Trace bourbon tasting of EH Taylor Bottled in Bond, Single Barrel, and Barrel Proof. Which allocated bourbon deserves top shelf status?
Old Fitzgerald 10 Year Bourbon Review & Tasting: A Rare Allocated Bourbon Spotlight
Few bottles in the bourbon world stir up as much excitement as Old Fitzgerald 10 Year Bottled-in-Bond. This allocated bourbon from Heaven Hillβs decanter series carries a decade of aging, a 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond designation, and a reputation that makes collectors line up whenever it appears. In this weekβs Tortured Bourbon episode, we dive into the history of Old Fitzgerald, explore what makes this release so special, and share our full bourbon tasting experience β from butterscotch and toasted oak on the nose to caramel, spice, and oak char on the palate. Whether youβre a bourbon collector or just curious about rare allocated bourbon, this is a pour worth talking about.
Blantonβs Showdown: USA vs. Japan β Which Single Barrel Reigns Supreme?
We put three legendary Blantonβs bottles head-to-head: the classic U.S. release, the elusive Takara Red, and a surprise appearance from the ultra-rare Takara Black. Same horsey topperβvery different stories. Is the Japanese export worth the hype?
Pour Decisions Wednesday β St. Elmoβs Cola Cocktail & Bourbon Review
This week on Pour Decisions Wednesday, Heather and B mix things up with a cocktail straight from Indianapolisβ legendary St. Elmo Steak House. From their iconic bourbon to the classic Elmoβs Cola recipe, we sip, taste, and chat about this Indy institution thatβs been serving up bold flavors since 1902.
Elijah Craig 2025 Ryder Cup Edition Bourbon Review | Bethpage Black, Ryder Cup History & Tasting Notes
We crack open the Elijah Craig 2025 Ryder Cup Edition β a special Small Batch bourbon finished with sugar maple and applewood staves. Join Tortured Bourbon as we taste, review, and dive into Ryder Cup history, Bethpage Black, and the epic drama of golfβs greatest team event.
Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend 383 Bourbon Review | Nancy Fraleyβs Legendary Cigar Blend Creation
Dive into our Pour Decisions Wednesday review of Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend 383 bourbon. We explore Nancy Fraleyβs legendary blending, unique Armagnac cask finishing, tasting notes, MSRP, and why this rare bourbon is perfect for cigar lovers.
Makers Mark Private Selection: Eclair and Present Danger
Makers Mark Private Selection Eclair and Present Danger might be the most dessert-like bourbon weβve tried. Milk chocolate, vanilla, and a hint of spice make this Youngsville ABC 2024 pick unforgettable.
Russellβs Reserve 13 Bourbon (2025) vs Russellβs Reserve 10 Bourbon β Wild Turkeyβs Legacy Battle
Russellβs Reserve 13 Bourbon (2025) is here β and itβs coming in hot at 123.8 proof. We put it head-to-head against the dependable Russellβs 10 Bourbon to see which bottle deserves your glass.
Quick Shot Mondays: Weller Antique 107 Bourbon Review
Mondays are tough, but bourbon makes them better. In this Quick Shot Monday episode, we take just five minutes to review the legendary Weller Antique 107. From its wheated mash bill to its bold 107 proof spice, find out if this Buffalo Trace gem lives up to the hype. Watch the full review here: Watch Now
Four Roses Single Barrel OBSV Review β Warehouse NS, Barrel 45-2N
Four Roses has one of bourbonβs most dramatic comeback stories. Once Americaβs top-selling whiskey, then reduced to bottom-shelf swill, and finally resurrected by Master Distiller Jim Rutledgeβthis is bourbon history in a glass. Join Tortured Bourbon as we taste and review a Four Roses Single Barrel OBSV from Warehouse NS, Barrel 45-2N.
Buffalo Trace: Battle of the Single Barrels Blind Bourbon Showdown! π₯
Two Buffalo Trace Single Barrel bourbons. One blind tasting. Which barrel wins? In this unscripted Tortured Bourbon showdown, Heather and B discover just how different βidenticalβ bourbons can be.
Angelβs Envy Triple Oak Review β Does This Angel Earn Her Wings?
Does this angel earn her wings? In this Unscripted episode of Tortured Bourbon, Heather and B take on Angelβs Envy Triple Oak and a North Carolina ABC pick to see which pour soars and which one falls from grace.
Decanter Dreams β Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Bottled-in-Bond Review
Is the youngest Old Fitzgerald decanter still worth the chase? We break down the Fall 2023 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond release from Heaven Hill with history, tasting notes, and a live first pour. Spoiler: itβs wheated, bonded, and definitely dramatic.