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, and how YOU can sip smarter. 🗣️ Whether you’re a curious beginner or an experienced sipper, this episode is packed with education, laughs, and spirit-forward insights. 👇 Timestamps, links & info below! 🎧 Listen on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheLiquorConnoisseur Website: https://theliquorconnoisseur.com 🍸 Book a private tasting (virtual or in-home): → https://theliquorconnoisseur.com/tastings 📱 Follow us on Social: IG/TikTok/Facebook: @TheLiquorConnoisseur LinkedIn: The Liquor Connoisseur Threads: @LiquorConnoisseur 00:00 - Intro: The Rise of Craft Rye Whiskey 01:52 - Who is Dad’s Hat and Why Does it Matter? 03:15 - Unboxing & Packaging Review 04:40 - First Nose, First Pour 06:20 - Flavor Notes & Tasting Impressions 08:00 - Rye 101: What Makes PA Rye Different? 09:30 - Our Honest Verdict: Would We Buy Again? 11:45 - Dad’s Hat vs. Other Ryes 13:15 - The Liquor Connoisseur Tasting Experience 15:00 - Cheers & Final Thoughts: Drink to Remember 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for more bold reviews & spirited convos! 🍸 Want to book us for your next tasting? Virtual & in-home options available! 💻 TheLiquorConnoisseur.com dadshatrye.com #RyeWhiskey #DadsHatRye #WhiskeyReview #CraftWhiskey #WhiskeyTok #BourbonVsRye #BlackOwnedSpirits #TheLiquorConnoisseur #WhiskeyEducation #DrinkToRemember @dadshatrye +21 A true connoisseur knows their limit, drink responsibly! #drinkresponsibly ©2025 The liquor Connoisseur, Oklahoma City, OK. Please Drink Responsibly

Can They Work It Out? What’s Next for Uncle Nearest — and Why It Matters As Uncle Nearest faces financial strain and enters receivership, all eyes are on the next move: who will the court appoint to manage the brand? Can both parties come to an agreement that protects the legacy while repaying debts? In this clip, we break down what’s at stake — from the $10M interest payments to the brand’s identity — and why this moment calls for unity, not division. Because while one brand struggles, there are dozens of others that deserve your support too. You can love more than one bottle. You can support more than one distillery. The movement is bigger than a single name. 🎙️ Full episode on The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast now streaming. https://youtu.be/1FqO7MX_OKA @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka #fawnweaver #unclenearest #lawsuit #unclenearestceo #FawnWeaverLawsuit #UncleNearestlawsuit #OperationClearTheShelves #ThePeoplesCEO #theliquorconnoisseur #receivership

This brand isn’t just creating spirits — it’s creating a legacy. In this clip, we spotlight the growing portfolio behind Black Momma Vodka, from agave spirits to a new limited-release whiskey: Mahogany – The Master Distiller’s Edition, dropping September 6th. With a sold-out bourbon in Illinois and a 10-year barrel-aged release on the horizon, this isn’t just craft — it’s commitment. 🎙️ Catch the full conversation on The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast as we explore the intention behind every bottle. #MahoganyWhiskey #BlackMommaVodka #BlackOwnedSpirits #WhiskeyRelease #LimitedEditionWhiskey #TheLiquorConnoisseur #CraftSpirits #BarrelAged #DrinkToRemember #SpiritLaunch #WomenInDistilling @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka

Receivership doesn’t always mean a brand is being dismantled — but it does mean major changes in how it's run. In this clip, we explore what the legal documents suggest about Uncle Nearest’s path forward. There’s a possibility the founder could remain the face of the brand while operational control shifts to a court-appointed professional with financial expertise. It's a tough reality many entrepreneurs face: protecting brand equity while navigating financial restructuring. 🎙️ Listen to the full conversation now on The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast: https://youtu.be/1FqO7MX_OKA — where we explore the business side of spirits #UncleNearest #SpiritsIndustry #Receivership #BusinessLeadership #BrandEquity #FounderJourney #TheLiquorConnoisseur #SpiritNews #Entrepreneurship #DrinkToRemember @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka #fawnweaver #lawsuit #unclenearestceo #FawnWeaverLawsuit #UncleNearestlawsuit

Getting your brand in someone’s hands is just the beginning — what comes after the first sip is what really matters. In this clip, we break down the relentless grind behind building a spirits brand that actually moves. From crafting SKUs for niche markets to managing cash flow, it's about more than great liquid — it's about strategy, accountability, and constant reinvention. 🎙️ Full episode now streaming on The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast. - https://youtu.be/1FqO7MX_OKA Drop your go-to spirit in the comments #SpiritsIndustry #LiquorBusiness #UncleNearest #BlackOwnedSpirits #CPGTruths #GetLiquidToLips #SKUstrategy #DistilleryLife #TheLiquorConnoisseur #ShelfTalk #DrinkToRemember #blackmommavodka #accountability @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka

Everyone wants to build the next big whiskey brand — but few talk about what it really costs to grow. In this clip, we dive into how time, patience, and constant reinvestment are critical to building market share in the spirits industry. And we break down how lawsuits, creditors, and missteps can take it all away — fast. With Berlin Glass winning $2.1M and other vendors like Bills Up owed hundreds of thousands, Uncle Nearest’s financial drama is exposing the tightrope every brand walks. 💬 Think you could build a spirits brand from scratch? 📲 Tap in to learn what it really takes to survive in this game: https://youtu.be/1FqO7MX_OKA 🔔 Subscribe to The Liquor Connoisseur for real talk, real lessons, and real spirits education. #UncleNearest #FawnWeaver #SpiritIndustryTruth #Receivership #BerlinGlass #BillsUp #SpiritsIndustry #LiquorBusiness #WhiskeyGame #TheLiquorConnoisseur #DrinkToRemember @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka #fawnweaver #unclenearest #lawsuit #unclenearestceo #FawnWeaverLawsuit #UncleNearestlawsuit #OperationClearTheShelves #ThePeoplesCEO #theliquorconnoisseur

“If I don’t pay you — you coming to get EVERYTHING.” And that’s exactly what’s happening with Uncle Nearest. In this clip, we unpack the REALITY behind the $108 million lawsuit against Fawn Weaver and Uncle Nearest. From overstated inventory to missed payments, forbearance agreements, and seven failed attempts by the bank to collect — this isn’t just about whiskey. It’s about what happens when growth outpaces accountability. We’re not here for gossip — we’re here to educate and expose the business side of spirits no one talks about. 💬 Do you think Uncle Nearest will bounce back from this? 📲 Watch the full breakdown on The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast – https://youtu.be/1FqO7MX_OKA 🔔 Follow us for real industry talk — no fluff, just facts. #UncleNearest #FawnWeaver #LiquorLawsuit #Receivership #WhiskeyIndustry #SpiritIndustryNews #108Million #BankVsBrand #TheLiquorConnoisseur #DrinkToRemember @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka #lawsuit #unclenearestceo #FawnWeaverLawsuit #UncleNearestlawsuit #OperationClearTheShelves #ThePeoplesCEO

What happens when one of the biggest Black-owned whiskey brand in America gets hit with a $108 million lawsuit and goes into receivership? It sends shockwaves across the entire industry — especially for other Black distillers and brands trying to secure capital, scale, and be taken seriously in the spirits world. In this clip, we talk about how the Uncle Nearest case may make it even harder for Black-owned spirits brands to raise big money — and why the pressure to “keep it alive” is heavier than ever. @blackmommabrands⁩ @blackmommavodka #fawnweaver #unclenearest #lawsuit #unclenearestceo #FawnWeaverLawsuit #UncleNearestlawsuit #OperationClearTheShelves #ThePeoplesCEO #theliquorconnoisseur This isn’t just business. It’s a wake-up call for access, equity, and legacy. 🎙️ Full conversation on The Liquor Connoisseur Podcast now streaming https://youtu.be/1FqO7MX_OKA Tag a Black-owned brand that deserves support right now.