Filmland Spirits

What Filmland Spirits does

Filmland Spirits is a privately held American craft whiskey company that produces limited-release bourbon and rye whiskies, each paired with an original B-movie concept featuring characters, scripts, trailers, storyboards, and pulp-style artwork. Founded by Troy Bolotnick and Charlie Flint around a concept developed in 2020, the company distills in Indiana and ages/bottles in Kentucky, building a catalog that today spans seven expressions including Moonlight Mayhem!, Moonlight Mayhem! Extended Cut, Moonlight Mayhem! 2 The White Port Wolf, Quadraforce, Town at the End of Tomorrow, Ryes of the Robots, and Ryes of the Robots Extended Cut, plus bundled four-packs and branded merchandise.

The company's go-to-market is a hybrid DTC/retail model: direct-to-consumer e-commerce (filmlandspirits.com) with all online order processing and fulfillment handled by Bourbon Direct, LLC, augmented by a nationwide store locator, an UpPromote-powered affiliate program, and an event presence across at least twelve US states. Bottles retail between $54.99 and $109.99 per 750ml, and every current SKU shows "Sold Out" at time of analysis, consistent with a scarcity-driven limited-release strategy. Pricing is supplemented by merchandise (t-shirts, trucker hats, tasting glasses, movie poster packs) and bundled multi-bottle packs.

The business has accumulated thirteen or more industry recognitions across 2022–2026, including SFWSC Double Gold and Gold medals, 92–95 point scores from Wine Enthusiast and Whisky Advocate, a TAG Global Spirit Awards Double Gold, and features in Forbes, Robb Report, UPROXX, and Craft Spirits Magazine. Capital structure reflects an early-stage craft operator: SEC Form D filings disclose a $3 million exempt offering (January 2024, $1.5M sold) and an August 2025 raise of approximately $377,413. A planned distillery project at The Kentucky Castle in Versailles, KY — currently entangled in legal disputes over unpaid bills with TKC Distilling Co. — signals intent toward vertical integration but introduces near-term execution and balance-sheet risk.

Name

Filmland Spirits

Legal name

Filmland Spirits, Inc.

Website

https://filmlandspirits.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Whiskey

NAICS

Distilleries (312140), Distilleries (31214), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (4453), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (44532)

SIC

Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Distilled Spirits Production & Distilling (AFAFAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Liquor Stores (Off-Premise Spirits Retail) (CRANABAA), Producer-Owned Retail & Bottle Shops (On-site) (THAFALAL)

Keywords

• Craft bourbon whiskey
• Craft rye whiskey
• Limited release spirits
• Themed whiskey brand
• Branded merchandise

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Others

Revenue model

1. Spirits Sales: Direct-to-consumer and retail sales of bourbon and rye whiskey products through their e-commerce platform and third-party retailers nationwide.
2. Merchandise: Sale of Filmland Spirits branded merchandise including t-shirts, hats, whiskey tasting glasses, and movie poster packs.
3. Four-Pack Bundles: Sale of bundled multi-bottle packs offering savings vs. individual bottle purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Filmland Spirits produces and sells a limited-release portfolio of craft bourbon and rye whiskies, each paired with an original B-movie concept including characters, movie posters, scripts, storyboards, and trailers. Products are distilled in Indiana, aged and bottled in Kentucky, and sold direct-to-consumer online and through nationwide retail distribution. The company also sells branded merchandise including apparel, tasting glasses, and movie poster packs.

Product overview

Filmland Spirits is a craft whiskey company offering a portfolio of bourbon and rye whiskies, each paired with original B-movie narratives featuring distinctive characters, movie posters, scripts, and storyboards. The product lineup includes seven distinct whiskey expressions: Moonlight Mayhem! (small batch bourbon), Moonlight Mayhem! Extended Cut (cask strength bourbon), Moonlight Mayhem! 2 The White Port Wolf (port-finished bourbon), Quadraforce (4-grain blended bourbon), Town at the End of Tomorrow (aged Kentucky bourbon), Ryes of the Robots (straight rye), and Ryes of the Robots Extended Cut (cask strength rye). Products are distilled in Indiana and produced/bottled in Kentucky. The brand differentiates through immersive storytelling, combining cinematic theming with award-winning spirits. All products are sold as limited releases, with online sales fulfilled by Bourbon Direct, LLC.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Moonlight Mayhem! Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey Small batch straight bourbon whiskey (75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley) at 94 proof. Tasting notes of cherry, citrus, vanilla, caramel, toffee, and toasted oak. Targeted at whiskey enthusiasts and movie/collectors who value award-winning craft bourbon paired with original B-movie artwork.
• Moonlight Mayhem! Extended Cut Cask Strength Bourbon Cask strength straight bourbon whiskey at 57-58.75% ABV (114-117.5 proof). Notes of chocolate, cream, cacao, leather, and applewood. Targeted at whiskey enthusiasts seeking high-ABV cask strength bourbons tied to the Moonlight Mayhem! cinematic universe.
• Moonlight Mayhem! 2 The White Port Wolf (Port Finished Bourbon) Straight bourbon whiskey aged 7 years and finished in white port casks, at 94 proof. Tasting notes of citrus, white licorice, vanilla, cardamom, earthy tones, and roasted hazelnut. Targeted at collectors and enthusiasts seeking port-finished bourbon paired with the Moonlight Mayhem! "2 The White Port Wolf" storyline.
• Quadraforce Four Grain Blended Bourbon A blend of 4 straight bourbon whiskies from 4 different states featuring 4 different grains, aged at least 4 years in new charred American white oak barrels, at 94 proof. Multiple label editions feature different heroic characters. Scored 95 points from Wine Enthusiast. Targeted at whiskey enthusiasts seeking a multi-state, multi-grain bourbon expression with collectible label editions.
• Town at the End of Tomorrow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey aged 9 years at 94 proof. Notes of cornbread, blackberry, tobacco, and spice with caramel on the nose. Scored 93 by Wine Enthusiast. Targeted at collectors and bourbon enthusiasts seeking an aged Kentucky bourbon expression with the "Town at the End of Tomorrow" storyline.
• Ryes of the Robots Small Batch Straight Rye Whiskey Small batch straight rye whiskey (95% rye, 5% malted barley) at 94 proof. Notes of clove, pepper, mint, and oak with chocolate on the finish. Won Gold Medal at SFWSC. Targeted at rye whiskey enthusiasts and sci-fi/robot film fans.
• Ryes of the Robots Extended Cut Cask Strength Rye Cask strength straight rye whiskey (ABV varies by batch). Notes of mint, oak, chocolate maple cream, and sourdough. Scored 92 by Whisky Advocate. Targeted at rye enthusiasts seeking cask strength expressions.
• Filmland Four-Pack Bundle Bundled four-bottle pack containing Moonlight Mayhem! Bourbon, Moonlight Mayhem! Extended Cut Bourbon, Ryes of the Robots Rye, and Ryes of the Robots Extended Cut Rye, priced at $259.99 versus $279.96 individually. Targeted at gift buyers and collectors wanting the full Filmland Spirits core set.
• Quadraforce Quad-Pack Bundle Bundled pack of Quadraforce four-grain blended bourbon expressions priced at $239.96. Targeted at collectors and gift buyers seeking the full Quadraforce lineup.
• Filmland Spirits Branded Merchandise Filmland Spirits branded merchandise including t-shirts ($25), trucker hats ($30), whiskey tasting glasses ($12), and movie poster 5-packs ($25) featuring the brand's B-movie themed artwork. Targeted at fans of the brand's cinematic universe and collectors of branded apparel/drinkware.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Bourbon Direct, LLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBourbon Direct, LLC handles all e-commerce order processing and fulfillment for Filmland Spirits. This partnership enables the company's direct-to-consumer sales while leveraging Bourbon Direct's logistics infrastructure and compliance expertise for alcohol shipping across the United States.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bardstown Bourbon Company: Modern craft distillery combining sourced and in-house production with collaborative finished-whiskey releases and a strong tourism/experience focus. Comparable to Filmland's interest in finished expressions and the planned Kentucky distillery/tourism play, but at much larger scale.
• WhistlePig Whiskey: Premium craft rye and bourbon brand built on a distinctive farm-estate narrative and strong limited-release programming. Directly comparable to Filmland in that both are relatively young craft spirits brands using storytelling and scarcity to drive premium pricing, though WhistlePig operates at significantly larger scale.
• High West Distillery: Utah-based craft distillery famous for narrative-driven whiskey expressions, innovative finishes (e.g., port-finished bourbon), and a strong affinity for the Western/outdoor storytelling aesthetic. Comparable to Filmland's blend of finished bourbon/rye expressions and storytelling-led brand building, with the added dimension of operating its own tasting room and tourism venues.
• Jefferson's Bourbon: Craft bourbon brand known for ocean-aged and experimental finished expressions marketed around a strong founder/narrative identity. Comparable to Filmland's emphasis on distinctive cask experiments (e.g., White Port finish) and storytelling as the primary brand differentiator.
• Angel's Envy: Premium finished-bourbon brand (port-finished signature expression) that built its identity on innovation and craft credibility. Comparable to Filmland's White Port-finished expression and finished-whiskey positioning, with stronger retail scale.
• Smooth Ambler Contradiction: Small-batch West Virginia craft whiskey producer known for sourced bourbon and rye blends with a strong quality reputation. Comparable to Filmland in the sourced-distillate-plus-craft-brand model and rye/bourbon blend portfolio.
• Old Elk Whiskey: Independent craft whiskey brand offering sourced bourbon, rye, and single malt expressions with award recognition. Comparable in scale and go-to-market to Filmland, with broader product extensions into gin and vodka.
• Penelope Bourbon: Direct-to-consumer-leaning craft bourbon brand built around sourced whiskey and a strong personality/founder-led brand. Directly comparable to Filmland's DTC-heavy, founder-led, sourced-whiskey model with similar price points and enthusiast positioning.
• Nulu Bourbon: Louisville-based craft bourbon and rye producer built on sourced whiskey with a distinctive finishing cask program. Comparable to Filmland in craft-finished-whiskey positioning, founder-led model, and DTC emphasis.

Broad incumbents

• Wild Turkey / Russell's Reserve: Major Kentucky bourbon producer with both mainstream and small-batch/craft-adjacent expressions (Russell's Reserve, Rare Breed). Operates as a broad incumbent whose premium small-batch line competes for the same enthusiast and craft-shelf customer Filmland targets, but at much larger distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/FilmlandSpirits
• Instagraminstagram.com/filmlandspirits
• TikToktiktok.com/@FilmlandSpirits
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/filmland-spirits

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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