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The Liquor Connoisseur

The Liquor Connoisseur

ENHANCE YOU PALATE, ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE The Liquor Connoisseur is an online resource that’s dedicated to helping you make the most of your drinking experience. From learning how to taste and smell notes in your favorite drinks to discovering the best and most unique cocktails, our mission is to educate and help you enhance your palate. We offer a variety of articles, videos, & tutorials to help you get the most out of your drinking experience. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned

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00:38:13

Uncle Waithley’s Ginger Beer: The Caribbean Secret...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/10/22

We sat down with Karl Franz Williams, founder of Uncle Waithley’s Vincy Brew, a ginger beer unlike any other — all-natural, Caribbean-inspired, and crafted with real Scotch Bonnet pepper. 🍹🌶️Learn how a passionate founder created this elevated ginger beer after bartending in NYC and wanting to honor his Vincentian grandfather. From mocktails to Moscow Mules to perfect pairings with rum or bourbon, Uncle Waithley’s changes the cocktail game.✅ Founder Story✅ Product Development + R&D✅ Perfect

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00:43:40

Barrel Proof or Bust! | The Truth About Cask Strength...

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2025/10/15

“Cheers to f**ing this sht!” kicks off this wildly entertaining and unfiltered episode of The Liquor Connoisseur with Dawn O’Neal of New Dawn Distilling.In this full-length deep dive, we unpack:What barrel proof and cask strength really mean (hint: they’re the same!)Why starting at high proof isn’t just for pros—it’s for flavor loversHow baking with cask strength spirits will change your dessert gameWhy you shouldn’t be afraid to add water (or Dr. Pepper) to your whiskeyBehind-the-scenes of

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00:27:48

Inside the Packaging R&D Lab: How Spearhead Global is...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/10/12

Ever wondered how the packaging of your favorite spirits goes from concept to shelf? In this exclusive behind-the-scenes episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we visit Spearhead Global to meet the team revolutionizing spirits packaging for emerging and premium brands.We talk with the CEO, Heather Fritzsche, and R&D Engineers about bottle design, sustainability, customization, and how they support brands with short runs and big dreams. Whether you're a distiller, CPG entrepreneur, or packaging

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00:15:13

Loft & Bear Vodka Review 🐻 Greater than Goose?...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/25

In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we crack open Loft & Bear Artisanal Vodka a smooth, wheat-based spirit crafted in Los Angeles with heart, purpose, and serious flavor. With notes on mouthfeel, origin, philanthropic impact, and a “Bear greater than Goose” shirt that says it all… this one is a must-watch. #theliquorconnoisseur #drinktoremembernottoforget #blackownedspirits #craftspirits #vodka #spiriteducation #spiritreview Learn why this Black-owned brand is making waves, how it stacks

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00:17:19

Yéyo Reposado Rosa Tequila Review 🔥 High Proof, Pink...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/20

This isn’t your average tequila.We’re diving into Yéyo’s latest limited edition expression — Reposado Rosa (86 proof). With its pink hue and wine-cask aging, this tequila brings a beautiful balance of agave, oak, and floral notes. But is it worth the hype?Join Crystal and Roger of The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast as we taste, break it down, and give you our honest thoughts on the nose, flavor profile, finish, and cocktail potential.🎥 Watch till the end to hear if this bottle makes it into our

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00:26:51

Striped Lion Distilling: The Rum Brand Disrupting...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/04

Welcome to The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast — where we drink to remember, not to forget.In this episode, we sit down with one of the founders of Striped Lion Distilling, Erin Wright. Striped Lion is a rum brand based in New Jersey that’s shaking up the craft spirits scene. Learn how Kevin and Erin transitioned from rum collectors to rum makers — and how they’re putting their own authentic stamp on rum.🎙️ In This Episode:How Striped Lion started What makes their rum different The rum education they’re

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00:50:24

The Rye That Changed Our Minds | Dad’s Hat Whiskey...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/04

In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we dive into Pennsylvania’s pride: Dad’s Hat Rye Whiskey. 🥃 Join Crystal and Dad's Hat founder Herman Mihalich as they share the rich backstory, taste notes, and unique regional influence that make Dad’s Hat a standout in the rye category.🚨 Started during the pandemic by passionate craft producers, Dad’s Hat reflects tradition, innovation, and the bold flavors of PA rye. Learn how it stacks up in our blind tastings, why rye whiskey is having a moment,

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00:36:48

Uncle Nearest $108M Lawsuit: Vanessa Braxton Breaks...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/03

What does Receivership mean? The latest update in this case. Black Mama Vodka founder and distiller Vanessa Braxton joins The Liquor Connoisseur to break down the $108 MILLION lawsuit against Uncle Nearest and its CEO Fawn Weaver, including the receivership, creditor fallout, and what it really means for Black-owned spirits brands.✨️List of black distillers: ✨️Jackie Summers (Sorel)Vanessa Braxton (Black Momma Vodka) Chris Montana (Du Nord Spirits) Robert Patton-Spruill (New England Sweetwater Farm

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00:28:29

F*ck Tito’s! | Black Momma Vodka’s Founder Talks Buy...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/03

In this explosive episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we sit down with Vanessa Braxton, founder of Black Momma Vodka, and Nicole, aka The Sipping Saint, to talk real about what it means to be a Black distiller, why you should stop drinking Tito’s, to support local craft brands, and how Black-owned spirits are changing the industry. #BlackMommaVodka #SippinSaint #BuyBlack #SupportBlackBusiness #BlackOwnedSpirits #LiquorConnoisseur #DrinkToRemember #VodkaRevolution #FuckTitos #GinWithPurpose

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00:27:28

Have you ever tasted vodka made from sweet potatoes?...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/03

On this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we sit down with JJ Braden — a rising star in the spirits industry and Arkansas-based brand ambassador — for a soulful conversation and an on-air tasting of Delta Dirt Vodka, a unique, sweet potato based craft spirit from a Black-owned, farm-to-bottle distillery.JJ shares her journey from inventory clerk to brand ambassador, the importance of community representation in liquor, and how she’s educating consumers through tastings, storytelling, and sales. We

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00:30:42

How Polaris Brand Promotions Powers Spirit Tastings...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/03

Looking to break into the spirits industry or elevate your brand's in-store presence? In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we sit down with Al Schuster, founder and president of Polaris Brand Promotions, a nationwide experiential marketing agency.We explore:What it really takes to become a brand ambassadorWhy brand education and reliability are non-negotiableHow Polaris supports small brands (no minimums!)Common pitfalls and success stories from the fieldThe role of tastings and demos in

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00:13:43

World’s Most Admired Whiskey: Does Michter’s Live Up...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/03

In 2023 and 2024, Michter’s Single Barrel Straight Rye was named the most admired whiskey in the world by Drinks International — but does it live up to the hype? 🥃#MichterRye #RyeWhiskey #SingleBarrelWhiskey #MichterReview #WhiskeyTok #TheLiquorConnoisseur #WhiskeyPodcast #BestRye2024 #BeginnerWhiskey #KentuckyRye #WhiskeyHistory #ToastAndChar #DrinkToRememberNotToForgetIn this episode, The Liquor Connoisseur breaks down everything you need to know:🥇 Why Michter’s has earned global respect🧪 What

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00:08:19

Brown-Forman’s Barrel Masterpiece: Coopers’ Craft...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/09/03

Looking for a bold, approachable bourbon that won’t break the bank? 🥃In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, we review Coopers’ Craft Barrel Reserve, a 100-proof Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey aged in chiseled and charred American white oak barrels — all handcrafted by Brown-Forman’s own cooperage. #CoopersCraft #BourbonReview #BudgetBourbon #100ProofBourbon #BourbonBeginner #theliquorconnoisseur #SippingWhiskey #kentuckybourbon #BourbonTok #whiskeylovers #BrownForman #ChiseledAndCharred

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00:40:19

How The Bar Book App is Changing the Way We Discover...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/06/11

What if you had a bartender in your pocket who could actually recommend your next favorite spirit?In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Crystal chats with Mike and Dolly, co-founders of The Bar Book — an innovative app that helps you discover new spirits based on your personal flavor profile.We talk about:The origin story of The Bar BookWhy spirit discovery is broken (and how they’re fixing it)How flavor matching works like Spotify for spiritsWhat sets this app apart from Vivino, Distiller, and

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00:14:28

Is Volans 106 Proof Blanco the Best High-Proof...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/06/04

In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Chris and Raj dive deep into Volans Still Strength Blanco Tequila — a bold 106-proof expression made at the legendary El Pandillo Distillery (NOM 1579) by Felipe Camarena in Los Altos, Jalisco.Crafted with the sweetest Blue Weber agave, crushed using a solar-powered mechanical tahona (aka “Frankenstein”), and fermented with a unique fiber blend, this small-batch tequila is full of flavor, texture, and character.💧 Spring water. 🌱 Open-air fermentation. 💥

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00:20:44

Behind the Label: The Family Legacy and Healing...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/05/28

What if your favorite spirit was named after your mom?In this heartfelt and revealing Part 3 of our exclusive interview, master distiller Rodrigo Bojórquez of Kilinga Bacanora takes us behind the label — literally.Learn how this small-batch Bacanora from the Sonoran Desert is rooted in family legacy, powered by women, and inspired by ancient medicinal traditions of the region.We explore:💡 The story of Rodrigo’s mother “Kilinga” — and how she inspired the name🌿 Traditional Sonoran infusions using

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00:16:58

The Art of Agave: Blanco, Silvestre & Reposado...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/05/25

What’s the difference between a Blanco and a Silvestre Bacanora? What makes Reposado so unique at Kilinga?In Part 2 of our exclusive conversation, Rodrigo Bojórquez — founder and master distiller of Kilinga Bacanora — takes us deep into the artistry behind each of his expressions.From the vibrant youth of Silvestre to the mature elegance of Blanco and the barrel-aged complexity of Reposado, this is a journey into agave expression, sustainability, and tradition. 🌵🔥🎙️ In this episode you’ll

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00:14:13

America’s Grip on Global Spirits | Tyree Williams...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/05/25

Ever wonder how American culture became the driving force behind global spirit trends?💡 Tyree Williams breaks it all down — from global exports to the power of culture, e-commerce, and collective ownership.In Part 3 of our interview, industry veteran Tyree Williams joins The Liquor Connoisseur to explore:✅ Why America is the most influential market in the spirits industry✅ How U.S. brands are perceived globally — and why they're premium abroad✅ How prohibition, access, and marketing shaped the

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00:17:03

The Truth About Liquor Distribution | Tyree Williams...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/05/25

Distribution is the hardest part of launching a liquor brand — and Tyree Williams breaks down exactly why.Whether you're a new spirits founder or dreaming of shelf space, this episode will change how you approach the industry. 🥃📉📈In Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Tyree Williams — a 25-year industry veteran and spirits consultant — we dive deep into the complexities of alcohol distribution, compliance laws, and the real cost of getting your brand onto shelves.What you’ll learn in this

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00:12:54

Discover the Spirit of Bacanora | Kilinga Bacanora...

The Liquor Connoisseur ·

2025/04/30

🔥 Have you ever heard of Bacanora? It’s time to discover one of Mexico’s best-kept spirit secrets! In Part 1 of our exclusive interview, Crystal from The Liquor Connoisseur sits down with Rodrigo Bojórquez — Master Distiller, Founder, and Chairman of Kilinga Bacanora — to dive deep into the fascinating story behind this rare agave spirit. 🌵🥃What you'll learn in this episode:✨ What Bacanora is and how it differs from Mezcal and Tequila✨ How Bacanora disappeared for nearly 80 years due to

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