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Tasting Mr. Black - Australian Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
07/15/2026
Tasting Mr. Black - Australian Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
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Tasting Tia Maria - Italian Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
07/14/2026
Tasting Tia Maria - Italian Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
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Tasting Caffè Borghetti - Real Italian Espresso Liqueur
07/13/2026
Tasting Caffè Borghetti - Real Italian Espresso Liqueur
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Tasting Flor de Caña Spresso - The Best Coffee Liqueur for Rum Espresso Martinis
07/12/2026
Tasting Flor de Caña Spresso - The Best Coffee Liqueur for Rum Espresso Martinis
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What is the Best Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur Alternative? - Tasting Flor de Caña Spresso, Borghetti, Tia Maria & Mr. Black
07/11/2026
What is the Best Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur Alternative? - Tasting Flor de Caña Spresso, Borghetti, Tia Maria & Mr. Black
02:29 - Flor de Caña Spresso 09:18 - Borghetti Caffè 14:40 - How is Borghetti made? 24:15 - Tia Maria 39:15 - Mr. Black 52:22 - Ranking 55:45 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Flor de Caña 18 Year-Old vs Don Q Gran Reserva Añejo XO - Which is the best $50 dry rum for Bourbon drinkers?
07/10/2026
Flor de Caña 18 Year-Old vs Don Q Gran Reserva Añejo XO - Which is the best $50 dry rum for Bourbon drinkers?
04:46 - What is Solera aging? 06:22 - Comparing Color 07:23 - Comparing Pricing 08:16 - Tasting Don Q Gran Reserva Añejo XO 13:41 - Tasting Flor de Caña 18 Year 17:21 - Conclusion Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Why You Should be Drinking Flor de Caña Rum (Carbon Neutral & Fair Trade Certified)
07/09/2026
Why You Should be Drinking Flor de Caña Rum (Carbon Neutral & Fair Trade Certified)
01:32 - 5th Generation Family-Owned 02:41 - Brief History 05:54 - Aging without Additives 08:46 - No Added Sugar 11:23 - Volcanic Terroir 13:11 - Certified Sustainable 16:24 - San Cristóbal Volcano 19:06 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting La Pulga Añejo vs Herradura Añejo - Which is the Best Tequila Aged in Jack Daniel's Barrels?
07/08/2026
Tasting La Pulga Añejo vs Herradura Añejo - Which is the Best Tequila Aged in Jack Daniel's Barrels?
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Tasting La Pulga Añejo Tequila - Is it Worth $75? (18 Months in Ex-Jack Daniel's Barrels) (NOM 1068)
07/07/2026
Tasting La Pulga Añejo Tequila - Is it Worth $75? (18 Months in Ex-Jack Daniel's Barrels) (NOM 1068)
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Tasting La Pulga Reposado Tequila - Is it Worth $55? (Rested 7 Months in Ex-Jack Daniel's Barrels)
07/06/2026
Tasting La Pulga Reposado Tequila - Is it Worth $55? (Rested 7 Months in Ex-Jack Daniel's Barrels)
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Tasting La Pulga Blanco vs Lalo Blanco Tequila - Which is the Best Los Altos Tequila?
07/05/2026
Tasting La Pulga Blanco vs Lalo Blanco Tequila - Which is the Best Los Altos Tequila?
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Tasting La Pulga Blanco Tequila - Is it Worth $42? (NOM 1068)
07/04/2026
Tasting La Pulga Blanco Tequila - Is it Worth $42? (NOM 1068)
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Explaining La Pulga Tequila - The Future of Tequila is Hyper-Transparency (NOM 1068)
02/16/2026
Explaining La Pulga Tequila - The Future of Tequila is Hyper-Transparency (NOM 1068)
01:35 - Who makes La Pulga Tequila? 02:13 - What is a Tequila NOM? 03:19 - Agroindustria Guadalajara (NOM 1068) 05:43 - Master Distiller, Sixto Verá García 07:30 - Agave 15:37 - Cooking 20:25 - Fermentation 25:56 - Distillation, Water & Proofing 28:36 - Aging 30:31 - Closing (formerly Tequila Match Maker) Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Part 2 - Why You Should Be Drinking Código 1530 Tequila - Reposado, Cristalino, Añejo, Extra Añejo
12/09/2025
Part 2 - Why You Should Be Drinking Código 1530 Tequila - Reposado, Cristalino, Añejo, Extra Añejo
00:50 - Pipónes vs Ex-Bourbon Barrels vs French Oak Ex-Wine Barrels 04:28 - Explaining Código Reposado 08:18 - Tasting Código Reposado 15:03 - Is Código Reposado Worth $55? 18:00 - Explaining Código Cristalino 23:02 - Tasting Código Cristalino 26:57 - Is Código Cristalino Worth $90? 29:47 - Tasting Código Añejo 33:44 - Is Código Añejo Worth $110? 35:43 - Explaining Código Extra Añejo 38:43 - Tasting Código Extra Añejo 43:13 - Is Código Extra Añejo Worth $350? 46:40 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Part 1 - Why You Should Be Drinking Código 1530 Tequila - Blanco & Rosa (NOM 1616)
11/21/2025
Part 1 - Why You Should Be Drinking Código 1530 Tequila - Blanco & Rosa (NOM 1616)
01:17 - Three Things that Separate Código from other Tequila Brands 01:51 - Single NOM Tequila Brand 02:43 - Aged Exclusively in French Oak Ex-Napa Cab Barrels 04:13 - 3x the Agave Compared to other Tequilas 05:35 - Código Hyper Transparency Production Method 09:18 - Brief Brand Backstory 10:39 - What is the Difference between El Valle vs Los Altos Agave? 14:59 - What does the Jerusalem Cross mean? 15:46 - Código Blanco (Explanation, Tasting, Worth It?) 23:22 - Tasting Código Blanco vs Lalo Blanco 29:09 - Tasting Código Rosa 41:25 - Tasting Código Rosa vs El Mayor Rosado 47:28 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Why You Should Be Drinking Holladay Missouri Bourbon (History, Production & Tasting)
10/27/2025
Why You Should Be Drinking Holladay Missouri Bourbon (History, Production & Tasting)
01:11 - History 04:54 - What is Real Missouri Bourbon? 06:30 - Is it Possible to Make Kentucky-Style Bourbon in Missouri? 09:57 - How is Holladay Bourbon Produced? 21:22 - Tasting Ben Holladay Bourbon (Original Mash Bill) 30:26 - Is Ben Holladay Worth $60? 32:33 - Tasting Holladay Soft Red Wheat (Wheated Mash Bill) 39:18 - Is Soft Red Wheat Worth $60? 39:42 - Tasting Ben Hollday Rickhouse Proof Bourbon (Barrel-Proof) 45:32 - Is Ben Holladay Rickhouse Proof Worth $75? 47:14 - Tasting Holladay Soft Red Wheat Rickhouse Proof (Barrel-Proof) 53:05 - Is Soft Red Wheat Rickhouse Proof Worth $75? 54:48 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Eco-Friendly B-Corp Tequila - Tasting Mijenta Blanco, Reposado, Cristalino & Añejo (NOM 1499)
10/20/2025
Eco-Friendly B-Corp Tequila - Tasting Mijenta Blanco, Reposado, Cristalino & Añejo (NOM 1499)
00:38 - Brand Information 03:28 - Mijenta Blanco 04:15 - Tasting Mijenta Blanco 10:18 - Tasting Mijenta Blanco vs Lalo Blanco 16:41 - Is Mijenta Blanco Worth $41-$45? 17:11 - Mijenta Reposado 18:24 - Tasting Mijenta Reposado 23:14 - Is Mijenta Reposado Worth $60-$66? 25:15 - Mijenta Cristalino Reposado 26:56 - Tasting Mijenta Cristalino 31:07 - Is Mijenta Cristalino Worth $82-$88? 33:14 - Mijenta Gran Añejo 37:57 - Tasting Mijenta Gran Añejo 41:42 - Is Mijenta Gran Añejo Worth $130-$140? 42:57 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting Mijenta Añejo Gran Reserva (Aged 18 Months American White Oak, French Oak, Acacia & Cherry)
10/13/2025
Tasting Mijenta Añejo Gran Reserva (Aged 18 Months American White Oak, French Oak, Acacia & Cherry)
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Tasting Mijenta Cristalino Reposado Tequila - Is It Worth $85? (Aged in Symphony Barrels) (NOM 1499)
10/06/2025
Tasting Mijenta Cristalino Reposado Tequila - Is It Worth $85? (Aged in Symphony Barrels) (NOM 1499)
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Tasting Mijenta Reposado Tequila - Is It Worth $65? (Aged American White Oak, Cherry & Acacia Casks)
09/29/2025
Tasting Mijenta Reposado Tequila - Is It Worth $65? (Aged American White Oak, Cherry & Acacia Casks)
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Tasting Mijenta Blanco vs Lalo Blanco Tequila - What's the Best Option for $45?
09/22/2025
Tasting Mijenta Blanco vs Lalo Blanco Tequila - What's the Best Option for $45?
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Tasting Mijenta Blanco Tequila - Is It Worth $45? (Sustainable & Certified B Corp) (NOM 1499)
08/25/2025
Tasting Mijenta Blanco Tequila - Is It Worth $45? (Sustainable & Certified B Corp) (NOM 1499)
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Explaining Fernet-Branca & Brancamenta (History, Production, Tasting)
07/21/2025
Explaining Fernet-Branca & Brancamenta (History, Production, Tasting)
01:40 - What is an Amaro? 02:22 - Fratelli Branca 03:18 - History of Fernet-Branca 04:40 - Fun Facts about Fernet-Branca 06:10 - How is Fernet-Branca Produced? 09:51 - How to Officially Taste Fernet-Branca 16:09 - Cocktail Suggestions for Fernet-Branca 18:42 - Brancamenta Book Recommendation Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting 3 Añejo Tequilas for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Drinkers from El Jimador & Herradura (NOM 1119)
06/30/2025
Tasting 3 Añejo Tequilas for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Drinkers from El Jimador & Herradura (NOM 1119)
00:34 - What is the difference El Jimador and Tequila Herradura? 02:00 - Explaining El Jimador Añejo 04:33 - Tasting El Jimador Añejo 10:16 - Is El Jimador Añejo Worth $26 - $29? 12:30 - Explaining Herradura Añejo 16:37 - Tasting Herradura Añejo 23:20 - Is Herradura Añejo Worth $52 - $56? 24:43 - Explaining Herradura Legend 29:32 - Tasting Herradura Legend 34:37 - Is Herradura Legend Worth $96 - $104? Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting 3 Reposado Tequilas for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Drinkers from El Jimador & Herradura (NOM 1119)
06/16/2025
Tasting 3 Reposado Tequilas for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Drinkers from El Jimador & Herradura (NOM 1119)
00:43 - El Jimador Reposado 02:39 - Tasting El Jimador Reposado 08:00 - Is El Jimador Reposado Worth $24- $25? 09:32 - Herradura Reposado 10:44 - What is the production method for Herradura Tequila? 17:22 - Tasting Herradura Reposado 23:29 - Is Herradura Reposado Worth $48- $52? 26:06 - Herradura Double Barrel Reposado (Emmitt Smith #22 Pick) 28:01 - Tasting Herradura Double Barrel Reposado 32:25 - Is Herradura Double Barrel Reposado Worth $65- $70? 34:00 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting 3 Silver Tequilas for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Drinkers from El Jimador & Herradura (NOM 1119)
06/02/2025
Tasting 3 Silver Tequilas for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Drinkers from El Jimador & Herradura (NOM 1119)
01:35 - Herradura pronunciation mistakes 02:30 - Hacienda explanation 03:59 - Production Process 06:24 - What is the difference between El Jimador & Herradura? 11:15 - El Jimador explanation 12:16 - Tasting El Jimador Silver 16:17 - Is El Jimador Silver worth the money? Who is the product for? 17:29 - Herradura Silver explanation 18:52 - Tasting Herradura Silver 23:59 - Is Herradura Silver worth the money? Who is the product for? 25:20 - Herradura Blanco explanation 26:42 - What is the difference between Herradura Silver & Blanco? 27:18 - Tasting Herradura Blanco 33:26 - Is Herradura Blanco worth the money? 34:36 - Recap 34:45 - Closing Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting Siempre Tequila - Part 2 (Supremo, Rebel Cask, Exclusivo Vivo) - Are They Worth the Money?
05/26/2025
Tasting Siempre Tequila - Part 2 (Supremo, Rebel Cask, Exclusivo Vivo) - Are They Worth the Money?
01:08 - Explaining the production process for Siempre Supremo Tahona 05:25 - Tasting the Supremo Tahona bottle # 1 (94 proof / 47% ABV) 13:44 - Tasting the Supremo Tahona bottle # 2 (110 proof / 55% ABV) 16:51 - What type of Tequila-drinker is the Supremo for? 18:18 - Is the Supremo Tahona worth $60 to $65? 19:24 - Explaining the production process for Siempre Rebel Cask Reposado 22:27 - Tasting the Siempre Rebel Cask Reposado 26:29 - Is the Siempre Rebel Cask Reposado worth $65 to $70? 28:03 - A Note about about future tariff price increases for Tequila 28:44 - Explaining the production process for Siempre Exclusivo Vivo 31:25 - Tasting the Siempre Exclusivo Vivo 36:06 - What type of Tequila-drinker is the Exclusivo Vivo for? 36:39 - Is the Exclusivo Vivo worth $98 to $107? Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting Siempre Tequila - Part 1 (Plata, Reposado, Añejo) - Are They Worth the Money?
05/19/2025
Tasting Siempre Tequila - Part 1 (Plata, Reposado, Añejo) - Are They Worth the Money?
01:09 - Talking about the Siempre Plata 05:04 - Tasting the Siempre Plata 12:20 - Is the Siempre Plata worth the money? 13:18 - Talking about the Siempre Reposado 14:59 - What are Pipónes? 17:28 - Explaining why I prefer drinking Reposado Tequila 20:35 - Tasting the Siempre Reposado 25:49 - Is the Siempre Reposado worth the money? 26:55 - Comparing an older bottle of Siempre Reposado (NOM 1438) with a new bottle (NOM 1414) 28:37 - Tasting an older bottle of Siempre Reposado (NOM 1438) 31:35 - Talking about the Siempre Añejo 34:37 - Tasting the Siempre Añejo 39:15 - Is the Siempre Añejo worth the money? Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting Penelope Rosé Cask Finish & Barrel Strength Bourbon - Are They Worth the Money? (Part 2)
05/12/2025
Tasting Penelope Rosé Cask Finish & Barrel Strength Bourbon - Are They Worth the Money? (Part 2)
01:50 - Talking about the Penelope Rosé Cask Finish Bourbon 07:40 - Tasting the Penelope Rosé Cask Finish Bourbon 12:06 - Is the Penelope Rosé Cask Finish Worth the Money? 13:39 - Talking about the Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon 16:23 - Tasting the Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon 21:04 - Is the Penelope Barrel Strength Bourbon Worth the Money? Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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Tasting Penelope Four Grain & Wheated Bourbon (New) - Are They Worth the Money? (Part 1)
05/05/2025
Tasting Penelope Four Grain & Wheated Bourbon (New) - Are They Worth the Money? (Part 1)
00:01:37 - Quick Back Story 03:21 - Talking about the Penelope Four Grain Bourbon 05:41 - Tasting the Penelope Four Grain Bourbon 12:10 - Is the Penelope Four Grain Bourbon Worth the Money? 13:08 - Talking about the New Penelope Wheated Bourbon 15:51 - Tasting the Penelope Wheated Bourbon 19:38 - Is the Penelope Wheated Bourbon Worth the Money? Support The Spirits Educator If you would like to support this website, please use the following links to contribute through Patreon, PayPal or Venmo @thespiritseducator. Thank you for your support! Interested in sponsoring a YouTube video, podcast episode, or website article? Please email me at . Newsletter Would you like to receive an update when I have new content on my website, YouTube channel or podcast? Follow The Spirits Educator Glassware Recommendations Current Gear Affiliate Disclosure The links for product recommendations in this post are affiliate links. At zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. This material is intended for those of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
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