Buffalo Trace Antique Collection and Pappy Van Winkle

On the 27th November we are doing an incredible tasting of BTAC and raffling our entire allocation of that as well as Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon.

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The event will comprise of a Coconut Butter Old Fashioned, Eagle Rare 17, Thomas H Handy Rye, Sazerac 18 Rye, George T Stagg, William Larue Weller.

We will also be tasting a verified bottle of prohibition bourbon, a 1970s Very Very Old Fitzgeral 12 from Stitzel Weller Distillery and an old Blanton’s bottling to show some of the best whiskey produced in America over the last century.

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The line up for the tasting will prove to be the best American whiskey line up in Milroys history. Certainly an unforgettable experience.

After the tasting we will be raffling the opportunity to buy the collection, as well as limited offerings from the Van Winkle line up at our unbeatable retail pricing.

We hope you are as excited as us.

£120

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Relish and Whisky Magazine’s Muskoka Tasting

Whisky is to Scotland what maple syrup is to Canada, with a little bit of rebel thrown in for good measure. So there’s no better pairing for a whisky tasting than a rousing tale of adventure on Scotland’s Spey River accompanied by delicious Canadian cuisine.

Join Relish and Whisky magazine for an intimate evening showcasing some of your favourite spirits at Huntsville’s Hidden Valley Resort, with more than 30 whiskies from around the world: Aberlour, The Balvenie, Canadian Club, The Glenlivet, Gooderham & Worts, Highland Park, Jim Beam, J.P. Wiser’s, Knob Creek, Lot No40, The Macallan, Maker’s Mark and The Original Kavi Reserve.

Sample whisky, Scotch and cocktails poured by award-winning ambassadors, including Trish Harcus, Frank Biskupek, Matt Jones, Spencer Gooderham, Ray Daniel, Jamie Johnson, Cameron Millar and Jackie Demarco, along with a taste of the outdoors from local craft brewery Lake of Bays Brewing Company and paired with a fine selection of hors d’oeuvres from Chef Ashley Stenabaugh.

Then settle in with the friendly staff from local outdoor adventure store Algonquin Outfitters and be regaled by author and award-winning filmmaker Kevin Callan as he recounts paddling down Scotland’s Spey River where, between running rapids and camping out below the snow-capped mountains, he stopped now and then for a wee dram of whisky at some of the local distilleries.

If you’ve never heard a good tale from Kevin, a regular on CBC radio and a columnist for Explore magazine, you’re in for a treat. Relish and Whisky Magazine’s Muskoka Tasting will be hosted at Hidden Valley Resort in Huntsville on December 15 from 6-10 p.m. Participants must be 19 years or older. To ensure everyone has a good time, please drink responsibly – excessive consumption or intoxication won’t be tolerated. Room reservations are available at the resort for those who don’t want to arrange for a designated driver.

Only 150 tickets will be sold at just $75 per person. Be bold and get yours now, or risk disappointment.  For more information and to order tickets, visit www.qcrelishandwhisky.ca.

Thursday, November 16th 5-7PM:

Glen Scotia & Loch Lomond 

Treat yourself to a traditional whisky tasting! From 5-7 PM, whiskey expert Sam Gulley will present new releases and rare favorites by both distilleries. Both established in the 19th century, Glen Scotia and Loch Lomond have contributed a wealth of great drams to the whisky world – we’re very excited to see what whiskies will appear at this event!

Pourlist to be revealed as event approaches- RSVP to keep up-to-date.

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Sixth Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival

April 11 to 14, 2018

Sarasota, Florida

The Sixth Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival (WOF) will be held April 11 to 14, 2018 in Sarasota, Florida. Whiskey Obsession is the largest world whiskey festival in the U.S., with four days of classes, tastings, lunch and dinner pairings, expanded bartender academy, interactive panel discussions, cigars, VIP pours, a fabulous grand tasting with hundreds of whiskies to sample, and live music street party in the heart of downtown. Dozens of distillers and professional brand ambassadors from around the world travel to Sarasota to share their knowledge and passion for these fine spirits.

We are thrilled to announce that Visit Sarasota County awarded Whiskey Obsession a valuable tourism marketing grant for 2018 to promote the festival in key cities around the country and in Canada. This partnership illustrates WOF’s unique importance to the region.

Tickets on sale on Friday, December 1, 2017 at www.whiskeyobsessionfestival.com. Limited sponsorship opportunities are available; contact us for info.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Bartender Academy @ The Aloft Hotel, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

$20 ticket includes lunch and swag (bartenders/ industry only)

Session I – Professional Development Panel

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Three panelists discuss mixologist and ambassador professional development, best practices, and career advancement including industry opportunities, expectations, and responsible brand marketing.

Session II – Interactive Bars and Workstations

3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Participants will learn new skills and techniques from ambassadors and accomplished mixologists.

Whiskey Obsession Kickoff Dinner @ Sarasota Yacht Club (SYC), 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The theme of the 2018 Kickoff Dinner is Whiskey and Time featuring a special menu created by SYC Executive Chef Anthony Puccio paired with the evening’s premium whiskies. Tickets are $125 per person. Open to the public; SYC membership not required.

Thursday, April 12, 2018

Exclusive Focus Lunch Master Class @ Sarasota Yacht Club, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Exciting lunch whiskey pairing with a charismatic industry professional, featuring a special menu from SYC Executive Chef Anthony Puccio. Tickets $35 per person. Open to the public; SYC membership not required.

Panelist Small Group Dinner @ The Francis, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Our most exclusive event, this dinner features an intimate meal with one of our experts preceding the Panel of Whiskey Experts next door in the ballroom. Tickets are $125 per person, limited to 16 guests.

The Panel of Whiskey Experts Interactive Tasting & Discussion @ The Francis, 7:00 to 9:30 p.m.

New format! The panel will include one session featuring eight distillers and brand ambassadors in a unique interactive tasting as they share their favorite spirits. Guests will sample a broad range of world whiskies, accompanied by light bites and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $75 and seating is limited to 120 guests.

Brand Showcase at the historic Gator Club, 10:00 pm until late.

One whiskey brand will present its signature releases in a fun, educational format upstairs at the Gator Club. Tickets TBD.

Friday, April 13, 2018

Lunch Master Classes, 12:00 p.m, to 2:00 p.m.

Multiple lunch master classes will be held at select downtown restaurants. $35 per person.

Pre-show Premium Master Class, @ Michael’s Wine Cellar, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

This exclusive tasting features premium whiskies from a global powerhouse brand, just before the Whiskey Obsession Grand Tasting. Limited to 30 guests. $60 per person.

Grand Tasting and Master Classes, Michael’s on East (See times below)

With hundreds of whiskies available to sample, the Grand Tasting features dozens of the world’s premium global brands as well as emerging craft distillers. Taught by industry professionals, our six seminar-style master classes present an opportunity for in-depth learning at interactive tastings with distillers and brand ambassadors.

• 6:30 p.m. VIP Admission
• 7:30 p.m. General Admission
• 8:00 p.m. Class I, II, and III ($10 for VIP; $20 for GA guests)
• 9:15 p.m. Class IV, V, VI ($10 for VIP; $20 for GA guests)
• 10:30 p.m. Last Pour
• 10:45 p.m. After Party at Made Restaurant (Free Event!)

Three ticket levels are available:

VIP $195:

• VIP admission limited to 150 guests includes one commemorative Glencairn glass and one hour early entrance at 6:30 pm.
• VIP hour pours of ultra-premium, fine, expensive, and rare spirits (details will be available on the event website).
• One $50 retail voucher for purchases and special orders placed on Friday, April 13, 2018 during the Whiskey Obsession Festival grand tasting.
• Greater opportunity to interact with distillery ambassadors and industry professionals.
• Unlimited tasting of over 200 spirits.
• Discount tickets and priority seating at evening master classes (first come first served).
• Wine, soft drinks, buffet and hors d’ oeuvres.

General Admission $95: 

• General admission limited to 500 guests includes one commemorative Glencairn glass and entrance at 7:30 pm
• Unlimited tasting of over 200 spirits.
• Access to evening master classes (first come first served).
• Wine, soft drinks, buffet and hors d’ oeuvres.

Companion $45: 

• Companion admission limited to 75 guests includes entrance with VIP or general admission ticket holders.
• Wine, soft drinks, buffet and hors d’ oeuvres.

Saturday, April 14, 2018

Women of Whiskey Brunch @ Sarasota Yacht Club, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

New event for 2018! We are thrilled to present the Women of Whiskey Brunch, featuring a panel of three prominent women making contributions to the whiskey industry. Whiskies from each panelist will be paired with a special menu created by SYC Executive Chef Anthony Puccio. Tickets are $35 per person. Open to the public; SYC membership not required.

Whiskey Rocks Live Music Street Party, 6:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Whiskey Obsession Festival partners with the Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association, the Gator Club, and other local nightspots to present national and regional bands on an outdoor stage for 1,500 attendees. Free event!

Tickets and information are available at whiskeyobsessionfestival.com.

Tickets sales for in town attendees will commence on Saturday November 4th, 2017 at 9 a.m. at the Strath Ale, Wine & Spirit Merchants located at 919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC. No orders will be accepted by telephone. All Festival tickets are subject to applicable taxes and a small ticket handling fee will be in place. Please be advised of a change to ticket sales this year, The Victoria Whisky Festival will be giving priority to those in line-up who wish to purchase ticket packages. Those in line who wish to purchase individual tickets only will be served after those wishing to purchase packages. All other conditions apply.

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IRISH SINGLE POT STILL MASTER CLASS 06/11/17, 6.30PM

Pernod Ricard Irish Single Pot Still masterclass showcasing their fantastic range of Irish Whiskies. On the night ~ Green Spot, Yellow Spot, Redbreast 15, Redbreast 21YO, Midleton Barry Crockett & Midleton Dair Ghaillach. If you are a fan of Irish pot still whiskies, this is not to be missed!

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The Whisky Shop Dufftown Autumn Festival 1018

Keep the date and start making your plans for our Autumn Festival in 2018.

The Programme
We are already scheduling events in to our programme. The following masterclasses are already confirmed:
• Adelphi
• Berry Bros & Rudd
• Creative Whisky Company
• Douglas Laing
• Morrison & MacKay
We will keep you posted on our events page for the Festival

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Wednesday, November 1st, 5-7PM:

Benromach and Gordon & Macphail

Join us for an evening of traditional single malt whisky! Brand ambassador Joseph McCluskey presents a tasting of Benromach and Gordon and Macphail’s award-winning lineup. Established in 1898 and 1895 respectively, both are well known throughout the whisky world for their rare and highly sought-after releases.

Pourlist:

Tormore Cote Rotie

Benromach 15 Year

Glen Grant 10 Year

Caol Ila 2005 11 Year, Cask Strength (54.4%)

DIAGEO SPECIAL RELEASES TASTING WITH COLIN DUNN

December 14 2017 7:00pm-9:15pm

Now’s your chance to taste the 2017 Special Releases, from closed distillery Brora to the first ever blend of Diageo’s 28 operational distilleries and plenty more! Join us in the city centre of Birmingham with eight totally different whiskies delivered by the legendary ambassador Colin Dunn!

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-Brora 34 Year Old 1982
– Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993
– Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated
– Collectivum XXVIII
– Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984
– Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998
– Lagavulin 12 Year Old
– Teaninich 17 Year Old 1999

Each year Diageo selects anywhere from eight to ten whiskies from their extensive portfolio of distilleries, and bottles them for the Special Releases. The bottles usually make their way to the shelves towards the end of the year and can exchange hands from anywhere between £70 and £2,500 per bottle. These are rare and collectable whiskies which you certainly don’t see everyday, but thanks to our long relationship with Diageo, we’re able to bring you this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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thestudio
7 Cannon Street
Birmingham
B2 5EP

Thursday December 14, 7:00pm – 9:15pm