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We Found a BETTER Weller 12?! | Thresh & Minnow 12-Year Wheated Whiskey Review

Is this the wheated whiskey you've been searching for? Crystal & Roger crack open the Thresh & Minnow 12-Year Wheated Whiskey from Koval Distillery — a limited, single cask, 100% wheat, USDA Certified Organic, 100 proof stunner that's already been discontinued. If you can find it, you NEED to watch this first.We're talking vanilla cream, buttery toffee, golden caramel, and zero burn. And then Roger drops the big question — is this actually better than Weller 12? The answer might surprise the Weller faithful. 🌾🥃This was a blind buy from an allocated sale. Crystal did the heavy lifting (as usual 😅), picked it off the shelf with help from the store owner, brought it home, and Roger said — that's exactly the one I was looking at. Some things are just meant to be.Distillery: Koval Distillery — Chicago, IL (Est. 2008)Mash Bill: 100% WheatAge: 12 Years | Batch: #1064Proof: 100Certifications: USDA Organic · MOSA Kosher · Orthodox UnionPrice at Release: ~$100Availability: Discontinued — check secondary market⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 – The Weller 12 Comparison Teaser01:15 – Welcome to The Liquor Connoisseur01:45 – What Is Thresh & Minnow? The Story Behind the Bottle03:10 – How Crystal Got This at the Allocated Sale05:00 – Koval Distillery Background06:20 – Bottle & Packaging — Certified Decanter08:00 – The Pour & First Look09:30 – Nose / Aroma Notes11:00 – First Sip — Coating the Palate12:30 – Tasting Notes Deep Dive16:00 – Is It Better Than Weller 12?18:30 – Beginner vs. Expert — Who Is This For?20:15 – Final Thoughts22:00 – Cheers & The Connoisseur Tasting Glasses🔗 FIND US EVERYWHERE🌐 Website & Book a Tasting: www.theliquorconnoisseur.com▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@theliquorconnoisseur📸 Instagram: instagram.com/@theliquorconnoisseur🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@theliquorconnoisseur📘 Facebook: facebook.com/[YourHandle]💬 Drop your thoughts below — have YOU tried Thresh & Minnow? Do you think it beats Weller 12? We read and reply to every comment!👥 Want a set of Connoisseur Tasting Glasses? Comment below — we'll make something happen!"Drink to remember, not to forget." 🥃DRINK RESPONSIBLYThe Liquor Connoisseur promotes the enjoyment of spirits in a safe, responsible, and legal manner. Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol in the United States. Never drink and drive. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol, please contact the SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 — free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Tequila Tromba Review: Blanco, Beast Mode Reposado, Cafeto, and more w/ Katy O'Donnell

Tequila Tromba is one of the most recognized tequila brands in the on-premise market — and Katy O'Donnell, VP of Brand Development, joins Crystal and Roger to walk through the Blanco, Beast Mode Reposado, Cafeto, and more in a full lineup review. This is the most comprehensive Tequila Tromba episode ever recorded on The Liquor Connoisseur.Drink to remember, not to forget. Tequila Tromba's Katy O'Donnell joins us to review the Blanco, Beast Mode Reposado, Cafeto, and more — a full lineup review.---🎙️ ABOUT THE LIQUOR CONNOISSEURWe believe connoisseurs should know what they're drinking. From novices stepping away from mainstream brands to experts expanding their libraries — we review, educate, and celebrate the art of drinking responsibly.🌐 Website: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com📅 Book a Tasting: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com/book-a-tasting🛍️ Shop Merchandise: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com/merchandise🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VS0bp6wQmFzsBisKHAVRS🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/the-liquor-connoisseur/id1719564956📱 Follow Us:YouTube: @theliquorconnoisseurInstagram: @theliquorconnoisseurTikTok: @theliquorconnoisseurFacebook: @theliquorconnoisseur🥃 A true connoisseur knows their limit. Drink responsibly. 21+

The Alchemist of Raleigh: Brandon McCrary’s Quest for the Perfect Pour | Olde Raleigh Distillery

Olde Raleigh Distillery's Brandon McCraney is a Master Blender and award-winning distillery owner who approaches spirits the way an alchemist approaches chemistry — with obsessive precision and creative vision. We sit down with Brandon to explore the story behind Olde Raleigh Distillery and what it takes to be one of the most awarded small distilleries in the Southeast.Drink to remember, not to forget. We sit down with Brandon McCraney, Master Blender and owner of award-winning Old Raleigh Distillery in Raleigh, NC.---🎙️ ABOUT THE LIQUOR CONNOISSEURWe believe connoisseurs should know what they're drinking. From novices stepping away from mainstream brands to experts expanding their libraries — we review, educate, and celebrate the art of drinking responsibly.🌐 Website: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com📅 Book a Tasting: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com/book-a-tasting🛍️ Shop Merchandise: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com/merchandise🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VS0bp6wQmFzsBisKHAVRS🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/the-liquor-connoisseur/id1719564956📱 Follow Us:YouTube: @theliquorconnoisseurInstagram: @theliquorconnoisseurTikTok: @theliquorconnoisseurFacebook: @theliquorconnoisseur🥃 A true connoisseur knows their limit. Drink responsibly. 21+

Is This The Ultimate Wheated Bourbon? | Preservation Estate Pot Still Review

Preservation Estate Pot Still Bourbon is a wheated Kentucky bourbon made using a traditional pot still — a production method that creates a distinctly richer, more expressive spirit than column distillation. Roger nearly loses a thumb battling the wax seal, but the bourbon inside might be the ultimate wheated expression they've reviewed.Drink to remember, not to forget. Is this the ultimate wheated bourbon? We review Preservation Estate Pot Still Bourbon — and Roger battles the most stubborn wax seal in bourbon history.---🎙️ ABOUT THE LIQUOR CONNOISSEURWe believe connoisseurs should know what they're drinking. From novices stepping away from mainstream brands to experts expanding their libraries — we review, educate, and celebrate the art of drinking responsibly.🌐 Website: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com📅 Book a Tasting: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com/book-a-tasting🛍️ Shop Merchandise: https://www.theliquorconnoisseur.com/merchandise🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VS0bp6wQmFzsBisKHAVRS🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/the-liquor-connoisseur/id1719564956📱 Follow Us:YouTube: @theliquorconnoisseurInstagram: @theliquorconnoisseurTikTok: @theliquorconnoisseurFacebook: @theliquorconnoisseur🥃 A true connoisseur knows their limit. Drink responsibly. 21+

The Industry "Shakeout": Brown-Forman & Pernod Ricard MERGER? + The Uncle Nearest Receivership Saga

Drink to remember, not to forget. Please enjoy the craft of fine spirits responsibly. This video is intended for audiences of legal drinking age (21+ in the US). The "Bourbon Renaissance" is officially over, and the "Historic Shakeout" has begun.In this special report, Crystal and Roger dive deep into the state of the whiskey industry in 2026. From the shocking merger talks between Brown-Forman and Pernod Ricard to the "High Stakes War" for control of Uncle Nearest, the landscape of American spirits is shifting faster than ever.In this episode, we break down:The Merger of Equals: What the Brown-Forman and Pernod Ricard deal means for Jack Daniel’s and Woodford Reserve if it happens.The Uncle Nearest Saga: Receivership, Chapter 11 dismissals, and the $100M+ battle with Farm Credit.The "Ozempic Effect": How GLP-1s and the rise of CBD/THC beverages are hurting spirit consumption.The Surplus Crisis: Kentucky has 16.1 million barrels aging (4 per person!), but sales are slowing.The "Winners": Why Buffalo Trace is flooding the zone while Jim Beam pauses production at Clermont.DRINK SMARTER WITH THE BAR BOOK APP 📖Take the guesswork out of your next pour. Discover spirits and cocktails you’ll actually love.Download on Apple & Android: [Insert Your Link Here]TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - The State of the Industry: The Bubble is Bursting1:15 - The Brown-Forman & Pernod Ricard Potential Merger3:10 - Tariffs, CBD, & The Ozempic Effect4:45 - The Uncle Nearest Saga: Receivership & Bankruptcy Drama7:20 - Kentucky Owl & Stoli: A Comeback in Jeopardy?9:05 - The $75M Barrel Tax & The Surplus Crisis11:30 - Jim Beam Pauses Production: A Sign of the Times13:15 - Buffalo Trace: The King of Allocation Wins Again15:00 - How to Support Local Craft Distilleries#WhiskeyIndustry #BourbonBubble #UncleNearest #WhiskeyNews #BuffaloTrace #LiquorConnoisseur #BrownForman #PernodRicard