WHISKY LIVE, an International Whisky show celebrating whisky, is expanding with the inaugural WHISKY LIVE Louisville on Saturday, June 18, 2016. With the exception of Whiskey In The Winter, St. Louisans must travel to Chicago, New York, Washington DC, or further for similar whisky shows. These shows provide fantastic opportunities to sample whiskies, meet master distillers, and connect with other whisky enthusiasts. Louisville joins 20 WHISKY LIVE host cities around the world.
Since Kentucky is bourbon country, several distilleries are debuting new releases, including Old Forester, Jack Daniels, Four Roses, and possibly more. Some of these will be poured in the VIP Experience Area. Samuel Adams will be pouring their bourbon barrel aged beer and there will be barrel aged coffees as well.
For those who want to arrive early, check out The Kentucky Bourbon Affair, now in its third year.
WHISKY LIVE General Admission $129 ($99 rate for St. Louis Magazine with code stlouis99)
Admission 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
-receive a souvenir crystal Glencairn tasting glass
-sample over 150 different whiskies
-beer tasting
-chocolate pairings
-taste new releases and private barrel selections
-full dinner buffet
-live entertainment
-master classes are available for a nominal fee
-enjoy cocktails from participating bars and restaurants from the Urban Bourbon Trail
WHISKY LIVE VIP Admission $189 (more limited than the General Admission and will likely sell out first)
-early admission to the main floor 5:30 p.m.
-access to VIP Experience Area from 6 - 9 p.m. throughout the evening
hosted/sponsored by Bill Thomas, co-owner of Jack Rose Dining Saloon, sponsored by Glencairn Crystal. Enjoy special, select whiskies not available on the main floor while having the opportunity to meet with distillers, brand ambassadors, and guest pourers. The schedule will be available during registration, and access restricted to VIP ticket holders.
-passed hors d'oeuvres
-souvenir cut crystal Glencairn tasting glass
-one year subscription to Whisky Magazine
-plus all amenities listed above for General Admission
The event will be held at the Louisville Marriott East.
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
