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 whiskeys that hit those rich, dark cherry notes that are always a treat to find.

On Whiskey World News, the guys have a lot to talk about regarding the legal landscape. Bryan brings everyone up to speed on the recent federal appeals court ruling that struck down the long-standing ban on home distilling. They break down the nuance of the decision and why it is not quite the "green light" for your garage distillery just yet.

And for “What Whiskey Would You Choose?”, the boys pose a question that highlights the dilemma of every collector:

Would you prefer higher availability allocated whiskeys with higher price tags, or lower availability allocated bottles with lower prices?

A great rye, some industry news, and a debate on accessibility—grab a glass and hang with us! 🥃