Spirit of Toronto TODAY! – Scotch Whisky News
Spirit of Toronto 2011 TODAY (Saturday)!
A few things to note, particularly if you’re joining us for the first time:
Masterclasses are fully, completely and totally reserved. Please see the end of this missive for hints on securing any seats that come available the night of the show.
Should you have been fortunate enough to reserve a masterclass, please do not be late. Empty seats will be allocated by the ushers 5 minutes before class starts.
Do not miss the Canadian All-Stars Whisky Collection being poured in the very elegant American Express Lounge, this is your chance to savour the very best that Canada has to offer.
Grab your favourite sample and record a WhiskyPod in the video booth, or stop by the Spirit of Toronto Cocktail Bar and sample whisky cocktails complete with hand carved ice balls.
Do dust off your kilt, your tux or that little red dress. General fanciness is welcome and encouraged.
Peruse the more than three dozen whisky related titles at the Meluki Booktable (cash and credit card sales)
Expand your palate beyond whisky and sample the fine rums and cognacs on offer.
The Spirit of Toronto Whisky Hamper: complete a ballot at the Spirit of Toronto table to enter your name in the draw for our ever popular gift hamper
Blender’s Malt Whisky Glasses: these will be for sale at the show, $10 apiece or a box of 6 glasses for $50 (cash sales only)
Tickets can still be purchased through the box office of Roy Thomson Hall, in person or online:
Click to Purchase Tickets Online
Stand By Seating in Masterclasses
This year’s masterclasses were fully booked within a couple of hours but Cuba Meets Kentucky is available entirely on a first come, first served basis the night of the show. This is Regis Lemaitre’s very popular cigar and whisky pairing and runs on the outdoor terrace at 9:30pm weather permitting. Those of you hoping to get a seat are advised to arrive at the show as early as possible.
Doors open at 6:30pm, and while the line queues to the right to collect glassware and check coats, those in the know run to the left, to secure the few tickets available. Seating is allocated by the usher at the top of the stairs, as pictured below:
Ed first in line..
Empty masterclass seats due to no-shows will also be assigned to those standing by 5 minutes before classes start (at 7:00pm and 8:30pm) so please check with the usher to see if any spots come available.
