14: How to Taste Like a Pro and Expand Your Bourbon Palate

Tasting whiskey can feel intimidating, especially when you hear professionals casually describing layers of flavors that seem impossible to find on your own. This episode pulls back the curtain on what's really happening when people "taste like a pro" and why your experience is not lacking, it's just still developing. We'll dive into the breakdown of how whiskey tasting works, what things you should actually be focusing on, and a few tips that will help make your tasting experience better, whether you're trying things out at home or out at a distillery with friends.

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