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Randall Janc shares insights on how to conduct a whiskey barrel pick with friends.

So as y'all well know i did a barrel pick with my buddies Jerm and Doug. on my other channel 3 guys 1 grain. I don't really know how it happened it just did. So i'm gonna give you the in's and out's of doing a barrel pick. So that if you get the chance to do one, you'll have some for knowledge. Hope you enjoy. And if you picked up one of the Bonvale Pick let me know what you think of them. Be Blessed Patreon.com/offtopicwhiskey Badmotivatorbarrels.com/shop/?aff=3 https://www.instagram.com/zsmithwhiskeyandmixology?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== To do a whiskey barrel pick, you must partner with a licensed retailer , secure an allocation with a distillery, and sample a curated flight of single barrels to select your favorite profile. Because of the U.S. three-tier alcohol distribution system, individuals cannot buy a full barrel directly from a producer; the entire transaction and delivery must flow through a licensed liquor store, bar, or restaurant 1. Establish Your Buying Power Before reaching out to a distillery, you need to ensure you can legally handle and afford the volume. Partner with a retailer : Find a local independent liquor store owner…

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