Episodes!
Wheated Bourbon Blind Tasting | Old Elk vs Buffalo Trace vs Redwood Empire vs Spirits of French Lick
In this blind bourbon showdown, Tortured Bourbon takes on four wheated bourbons—Old Elk, Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Recipe, Redwood Empire Screaming Titan, and Spirits of French Lick. With wheat instead of rye, these pours promise softer, sweeter flavors. But when Heather and B don’t know what they’re drinking, who wins the wheated bourbon crown?
Pour Decisions Wednesday: Penelope Project X Bourbon Review
In this Pour Decisions Wednesday, Heather and B explore Penelope Project X Bourbon—a sherry cask finished experiment that pushes Penelope beyond Instagram-aesthetic vibes into bold, premium bourbon territory. With rich dark fruit, burnt sugar, and tobacco notes, does Project X stand above Architect, Toasted, and Rosé? Watch the blind review unfold.
Quick Shot Mondays: Larceny Barrel Proof A125 Review | Wheated Bourbon in 5 Minutes
Kick off your week with the very first Quick Shot Monday from Tortured Bourbon! In five minutes or less, Heather and B taste Larceny Barrel Proof A125 — Heaven Hill’s bold wheated bourbon release for January 2025. Is this barrel proof powerhouse worth the hype? Read our blog and watch the full video to find out.
🥃 Weller Bourbon vs Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon: The Truth About Allocated Kentucky Bourbon
Weller Bourbon and Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon share the same Buffalo Trace wheated bourbon mash bill, but are they really the same? Explore the truth behind allocated Kentucky bourbon, the “poor man’s Pappy” myth, and why these bottles remain the most hunted in the bourbon world.
Four Roses Single Barrel OBSV Review – Warehouse NS, Barrel 45-2N
Four Roses has one of bourbon’s most dramatic comeback stories. Once America’s top-selling whiskey, then reduced to bottom-shelf swill, and finally resurrected by Master Distiller Jim Rutledge—this 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.
Outsourced and Outstanding? MGP Wheated Bourbon Review – Rare Saint, Old Louisville & Fiddler Chin Music
Three wheated bourbons, one Indiana distillery, and a whole lot of transparency talk. In this Tortured Bourbon episode, we review and rank Rare Saint, Old Louisville, and Fiddler Chin Music—all sourced from MGP in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Proof, finishing, and honesty collide in this deep-dive tasting.
Buffalo Trace: Battle of the Single Barrels Blind Bourbon Showdown! 🥃
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 “identical” bourbons can be.
🥃 Mystic Arcana Craft Bourbon Review | Wheated Bourbon Tasting & Rating
In this Pour Decisions Wednesday, we take on Mystic Arcana from Mystic Farm & Distillery — a 100-proof craft wheated bourbon blend that mixes soft sweetness with mellow spice. We explore its origin, tasting notes, and whether it earns a top spot on the Tortured Bourbon scale.
Indiana Undercover: MGP-Sourced Showcase – Part 2 | OKI, Penelope, and Three Chord Bourbon Reviews
Part 2 of our Indiana Undercover series dives deep into the sourced bourbon universe. We taste OKI Reserve, Penelope Bartender’s Reserve, and Three Chord Cask Finished—all from MGP but with wildly different end results. This is a masterclass in blending, finishing, and flavor transformation.
Toasted Bourbon Review – Elijah Craig, Penelope, and Daviess County Face Off
On this unscripted episode of Tortured Bourbon, Heather and B take on three toasted barrel bourbons from three different distilleries to find out who does “toasted” best. One is a classic, one is elegant, and one is quietly surprising.
Angel’s Envy Triple Oak Review – Does This Angel Earn Her Wings?
Does this angel earn her wings? In this Unscripted episode of Tortured Bourbon, Heather and B take on Angel’s Envy Triple Oak and a North Carolina ABC pick to see which pour soars and which one falls from grace.
🥃 Indiana Undercover – Pt. 1: MGP-Sourced Bourbon Showdown
Same source, totally different bourbons? In Part 1 of our Indiana Undercover series, we blind taste three MGP-sourced whiskeys—Clyde May’s Single Barrel, Brother’s Bond Cask Strength, and Circle City Single Barrel—to see how mash bills, proof, and branding create wildly different pours from the same Indiana distillery.
Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Series Review – Wheated, Straight & Rye Bourbon Tasting
We review all three of Heaven Hill’s Grain to Glass expressions—Wheated Bourbon, Straight Bourbon, and Rye—in a head-to-head tasting. From mash bill to corn varietal to rickhouse floors, this series showcases true seed-to-spirit transparency. But are they worth the hype (and the $99 price tag)? Let’s find out.
Decanter Dreams – 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: it’s wheated, bonded, and definitely dramatic.
Indiana Invades Bourbon Country: MGP Buys Lux Row Distillers
When MGP dropped $475 million to buy Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky, it wasn’t just a business deal — it was a bourbon power play. In this episode, we explore how the king of Indiana-sourced whiskey officially took over Kentucky soil, what that means for beloved brands like Rebel and Ezra Brooks, and whether the bourbon in your glass still tastes like tradition… or corporate consolidation.
🥃 Tortured Bourbon Live – Texas Heat: Garrison Bros & Still Austin Face Off!
Texas BBQ. Four bold bourbons. One wild live tasting. In this Tortured Bourbon Live episode, we pit Still Austin and Garrison Brothers against each other with a crowd full of guests and a plate full of brisket. It’s smoky, spicy, and unapologetically Texan. Who wins? You’ll have to watch to find out.
🥃 Star Hill Farm & The Soft Revolution: Wheat Whiskey Rises
In this Tortured Bourbon episode, Heather and B explore the Kentucky roots of Maker’s Mark with a deep dive into Star Hill Farm—the source of their new 2025 American Wheat Whiskey. This 100-proof wheat whiskey blends sustainability, terroir, and soft red winter wheat into a pour that’s as elegant as it is drinkable.
What the Heck is MGP and Why Should You Care?
What does Seagram’s, Universal Studios, and Indiana rye have in common? In this episode of Tortured Bourbon, Heather and B dive into the wild rise, fall, and resurrection of one of the most influential distilleries in America: MGP. Learn how a Kansas company bought a legendary distillery for just $11 million—and ended up producing some of the best bourbon and rye whiskey on the shelf today. Featuring tastings of Rossville Union Bottled-in-Bond and George Remus Single Barrel, this episode pulls back the curtain on the whiskey you thought you knew.
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series Bourbon Review – FAE-02, BRT-01 & BEP Tasting!
Explore Maker’s Mark’s Wood Finishing Series with our bourbon tasting and review of FAE-02, BRT-01, and BEP. Discover how custom toasted staves transform Maker’s classic wheated bourbon into three unique pours. Perfect for bourbon lovers and Maker’s Mark fans alike!
🥃 114 Proof Surprise! Uncle Nearest Single Barrel
On this Pour Decisions Wednesday, we’re diving into a bold locals pick: Uncle Nearest Single Barrel Carolina Beach Barrel 1764 at a fiery 114 proof. Is it a rich caramel Tennessee whiskey or pure ethanol regret? Join Heather and B as they taste, rank, and decide if Carolina Beach has bragging rights — or some explaining to do. Stay tortured, y’all!