You Can SEE the Flavor in This Bourbon 👀 | 2025 World’s Best Bourbon Tasting (Frank August)

Inside the Episode

Is this really the World’s Best Bourbon of 2025… and can you actually see the flavor in the glass?In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Crystal and Roger review Frank August Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon, the IWSC Whiskey of the Year, and things get beautifully nerdy.From visible “whiskey glitter” caused by non-chill filtration, to a bold high-rye spice, honeyed fruit, and a smooth Kentucky hug, this $70 bourbon delivers complexity, intention, and a little mystery. We break down what Kentucky Straight Bourbon really means, why this pour isn’t for beginners, and why it may be one of the most gift-worthy bottles on the shelf.This is bourbon for drinkers who want character, story, and flavor you can literally watch unfold.🥃 Expect:• Why awards matter (and when they don’t)• What non-chill filtration does to flavor and mouthfeel• Who this bourbon is actually for• Why the price likely won’t stay at $70• Cocktail vs neat verdict🎧 Sponsored by The Bar Book AppDiscover spirits you’ll love without the guesswork. Drink smarter, explore more, and pour with confidence.👉 Watch till the end. The pour tells the story.💬 Comment below: Do awards influence what you buy, or does the glass decide?👍 Like & subscribe for real spirit education.🥃 As always: Drink to remember, not to forget.🔗 SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS📸 Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: Website & Merch: / CHAPTERS00:00 – Can You SEE Flavor in Bourbon? (Whiskey “Glitter” Explained)01:12 – Welcome to The Liquor Connoisseur02:05 – Episode Sponsor: The Bar Book App03:02 – What We’re Tasting Today: Frank August Small Batch Bourbon04:10 – 2025 World’s Best Bourbon? (IWSC Explained)05:32 – Bottle Design & First Impressions06:48 – Non-Chill Filtration & Visible Flavor Compounds08:22 – The Nose: Fruit, Honey & No Ethanol10:01 – First Sip: High-Rye Spice & Kentucky Hug12:06 – Mouthfeel, Proof & Balance at 100 Proof13:45 – What “Kentucky Straight Bourbon” Really Means15:58 – Is This Beginner Friendly or Not?17:42 – Neat vs Cocktail: How This Bourbon Performs19:15 – Gift-Worthy? Price, Presentation & Cork Talk21:30 – Why the Price May Go Up After Whiskey of the Year23:10 – The Mystery of Frank August’s Blending Process25:05 – Final Verdict: Who This Bourbon Is For27:10 – Moment of Perfection & What We Learned29:05 – Where Frank August Goes Next (Rye & Cask Finishes)31:00 – Merch Shoutout & How to Support the Show32:10 – Final Toast: Drink to Remember, Not to Forget▶️ YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINK👉

At a Glance

• Category: Bourbon
• Published: January 14, 2026
• Runtime: 00:09:00
• Presented by: The Liquor Connoisseur

Tasting Notes from the Episode

Is this really the World’s Best Bourbon of 2025… and can you actually see the flavor in the glass?In this episode of The Liquor Connoisseur, Crystal and Roger review Frank August Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon, the IWSC Whiskey of the Year, and things get beautifully nerdy.From visible “whiskey glitter” caused by non-chill filtration, to a bold high-rye spice, honeyed fruit, and a smooth Kentucky hug, this $70 bourbon delivers complexity, intention, and a little mystery. We break down what Kentucky Straight Bourbon really means, why this pour isn’t for beginners, and why it may be one of the most gift-worthy bottles on the shelf.This is bourbon for drinkers who want character, story, and flavor you can literally watch unfold.🥃 Expect:• Why awards matter (and when they don’t)• What non-chill filtration does to flavor and mouthfeel• Who this bourbon is actually for• Why the price likely won’t stay at $70• Cocktail vs neat verdict🎧 Sponsored by The Bar Book AppDiscover spirits you’ll love without the guesswork. The pour tells the story.💬 Comment below: Do awards influence what you buy, or does the glass decide?👍 Like & subscribe for real spirit education.🥃 As always: Drink to remember, not to forget.🔗 SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS📸 Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: Website & Merch: / CHAPTERS00:00 – Can You SEE Flavor in Bourbon? (Whiskey “Glitter” Explained)01:12 – Welcome to The Liquor Connoisseur02:05 – Episode Sponsor: The Bar Book App03:02 – What We’re Tasting Today: Frank August Small Batch Bourbon04:10 – 2025 World’s Best Bourbon?