‘The UK’s leading Whisky Experience where you can taste, learn about & enjoy the world’s finest whiskies’

 Vinopolis, 1 Bank End, SE1, LONDON
5th – 7th October 2013

 Tickets for The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2013 are now on sale!

05 March 2013 – We are very pleased to announce that tickets for The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2013 are now on sale at http://www.whisky-show.com.

For a fifth year, the show will be returning to London to bring whisky alive in new wonderful ways. Welcoming back Martine Nouet to oversee the running of this year’s Whisky Marketplace, we will be pushing the boundaries of whisky pairing by going beyond simple taste and smell. We will also be welcoming back the cocktail legend Ryan Chetiyawardana, with a host of whisky inspired drink creations to awaken the mind and taste buds.

The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show has become one of the pinnacles of tasting experience and once again, guests of the show will be able to taste some of the very rarest Dream Drams, some of which cost thousands of pounds per bottle. Building on previous years, we will have the people who are responsible for producing the whisky on hand to delve deeper into the production process, from field to bottle. All of this combined with free mini–masterclasses, incredible specialist masterclasses and a hearty whisky infused two course meal make this year’s show a must attend event.

 Join whisky-lovers from the UK and around the world for this luxurious food and whisky extravaganza at Vinopolis, London’s premium wine and spirit destination. The show will run across the weekend of 5th-6th October 2013 from 12pm-6pm each day, with a press and trade only session on Monday 7th.

Sukhinder Singh, Show Director, said:
“We look forward to pushing the boundaries of whisky tasting even further in 2013, and introducing new people to the world of whisky. We are very proud to have created what is regarded as one of the best whisky festivals in the world, and look forward to sharing some Dream Drams with friends old and new in October.”

Tickets are available from our website at http://www.whisky-show.com/tickets

Find us online at:
web: http://www.whisky-show.com
facebook: http://www.facebook.com/whiskyshow
twitter: @TWEWhiskyShow

Notes:

Media Enquiries: Oliver Chilton (Ollie@whisky-show.com) on 020 8838 9388

Feedback on The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2012

Ollie Hill
“I was a whisky show virgin and didn’t know quite what to expect at this year’s show! I was absolutely blown away by the selection of whiskies available for tasting and had a great time chatting away to many of the people who have worked in the industry for many years and ultimately make this wonderful spirit possible. I will definitely be back next year and anticipate this will be a permanent annual fixture on my calendar for many many years to come!”

Susan Sheen
Just wanted to say what a fabulous day we had. The show was amazing and a wonderful introduction into the world of whisky – especially for a confirmed brandy drinker! It was a pleasure to meet so many knowledgeable people, so full of
enthusiasm for the spirit and willing to share this information.

David Stirk
“Loved it … Expertly organised with the whisky advocate in mind. Met some superb people (everyone was so friendly) tried some amazing drams and bought some to boot. Great meeting so many esteemed writers/makers/personalities and
really can’t wait for the next one.”

Serge Valentin – http://www.whiskyfun.com
“Impeccable as always. Whiskies, company and atmosphere – and I mean it. And a great opportunity to taste the newer bottlings. Well done again!”

Graeme Bowie, Balblair Distillery
“Having done many shows home and abroad, this was my first time at The Whisky Exchange Show. Very impressed with the set up and venue. Lots of interesting people who wanted to know about your brands. Probably the best UK show I
have attended. Can’t wait for 2013.”

About The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show:

 The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show consumer sessions will take place on Saturday 5th October & Sunday 6th October
 The event will take place at Vinopolis, situated near London Bridge.
 All food and drink (apart from ‘Dream Drams’, see below) is included in the price of admission.
 A small number of rare and expensive ‘Dream Drams’, which have ranged in price in previous years from £500 to over £3000 per bottle, will be available to try on presentation of tokens. Each visitor will receive a token with admission and further tokens can be bought at the Show.

 Tickets include a two course whisky themed meal at the Show Brasserie.
 Tickets include access to a food pairing area, with a variety of whiskies matched with complimentary dishes.
 Masterclass events are still to be announced, but in the past have included tastings led by writers Dave Broom, Serge Valentin and Charles Maclean; Master Blenders Richard Paterson and Rachel Barrie; retired Gordon & Macphail Managing Director David Urquhart; Glenfarclas Sales Director George Grant; and brand ambassadors including Highland Park’s Gerry Tosh, Suntory’s Tatsuya Minagawa and Diageo’s Colin Dunn. These have covered a wide range of whiskies from the impressive to the fabled, including Dalmore’s 50 year old Candela and Gordon & Macphail’s Glenlivet 70 year old.
 Tickets will be on sale through http://www.whisky-show.com in Spring 2013. More details about the show can be found at http://www.whisky-show.com.

About Vinopolis:
Vinopolis has been established as an exhibition centre and tasting venue for wines and spirits since 1999, and is located in the arches of a Victorian railway viaduct built in 1866. With its soaring vaulted arches and perfect location adjacent to the world-famous Borough Market and London Bridge, Vinopolis is the ideal setting for The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show.

With its nearby transport links and accommodation, Vinopolis is easy to get to for people attending from in and around London, as well as being highly convenient for visitors and exhibitors travelling to the event from further afield.

More information about Vinopolis can be found at http://www.vinopolis.co.uk.