The Last Call

     Three Floyds has long been a force in the craft beer scene, but in recent years they’ve been carving their own path in the whiskey world. Based in Indiana, the distillery has fully embraced doing everything in-house, from grain selection to distillation, and Warspite is their latest statement piece. Released in 2024, this straight malt whiskey caught my attention the moment I saw its mash bill. It's unique, unconventional, and unapologetically creative, it’s the kind of bottle that demands exploration. And as always, Three Floyds pairs it with striking label art that feels like a collectible in its own right.      Warspite is aged at least four years, meeting the legal standard for straight malt whiskey, but the mash bill is what makes it truly special. The use of malted oats and malted white wheat alongside barley and a touch of corn creates a layered flavor foundation before the spirit ever touches oak. By keeping all production in-house, Three Floyd...

     From the moment I laid eyes on this bottle, I had a hunch it would be something special. Chattanooga Whiskey has been gaining a reputation in the craft world for its meticulous attention to detail and innovation in high malt Tennessee whiskey. Though my experience with the distillery had been limited, I was already a fan. When I stumbled upon this bottle of Triple Islay Cask Finish at a local shop, it felt like striking gold. Released in 2025 as part of what appears to be a recurring limited series, this expression had built quite a bit of buzz online, and for good reason.      This is not your average American whiskey. Chattanooga went above and beyond with this one, blending precision and creativity in every step. The whiskey begins with three distinct mash bills (listed below). Each mash bill is aged separately in peated scotch casks sourced from three unnamed but heavily speculated distilleries After maturing for at least five years, these componen...