Join Whisky Advocate at North America's leading whisky festival!
At WhiskyFest you will enjoy hundreds of whiskies from around the world including single malt and blended Scotch, Irish, bourbon, rye, Tennessee, Japanese, Canadian, and craft-distilled whiskies.
Attend fun and educational Master Classes taking place throughout the evening, with tastings of their own, to learn from experts in the whisky. Enjoy delicious hot and cold food selections. Each attendee receives a commemorative Glencairn Crystal nosing glass to use for the evening and to take home!
2024 Whisky Pour List
Below is the pouring list from our 2024 event
Jack Daniel's
Tennessee Whisky
Bonded Tennessee Whisky
Whisky Advocate's
Whisky Of The Year 2022
Bonded Tennessee Rye
Single Barrel Select
Sinatra (VIP hour only)
10 yr. (VIP hour only)
Whisky Advocate's
#4 Whisky of the Year 2021
Aberfeldy 12 yr.
Basil Hayden
Original
Toast (VIP hour only)
Bib & Tucker
6 yr.
Double Char
10 yr.
15 yr. (VIP hour only)
Blue Note Bourbon
Juke Joint
Crossroads
Uncut
Rye
Borchetta Bourbon
Small Batch
2024 Cask Strength Limited Release
2023 Cask Strength Limited Release (VIP hour only)
2022 Cask Strength Limited Release (VIP hour only)
Bruichladdich
The Classic Laddie
Islay Barley
Port Charlotte 10
Octomore 15.1 (VIP hour only)
Buchanan's
12 yr.
18 yr. (VIP hour only)
Bulleit
Bourbon
Rye
10 yr. Bourbon
10 yr. Rye
American Single Malt (VIP hour only)
The Busker
Single Grain
Single Malt
Single Pot Still
Small Batch Single Pot (VIP hour only)
The Busker Breeze Cocktail (VIP hour only)
Charles Goodnight Texas Straight Bourbon
Compass Box
Orchard House
Nectarosity
Peat Monster
Whisky Advocate’s #9 Whisky of the Year, 2020
Crimson Cask
Delos: Limited Edition (VIP hour only)
Celestial: Limited Edition (VIP hour only)
Metropolis: Limited Edition (VIP hour only)
Craigellachie 13 yr.
Crown Royal
Deluxe
XO (VIP hour only)
18 yr. (VIP hour only)
Dewar's
12 yr.
Whisky Advocate’s #4 Whisky of the Year, 2022
15 yr.
18 yr.
19 yr.
Double Double
21 yr, (finished in Oloroso sherry casks)
(VIP hour only)
Whisky Advocate’s #2 Whisky of the Year, 2019
21 yr. (finished in Mizunara oak casks) (VIP hour only)
Whisky Advocate’s #7 Whisky of the Year, 2023
Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur
Frey Ranch
Straight Bourbon
Straight Rye
FUJI Whisky
Original
Japanese
Whisky Advocate’s #19 Whisky of the Year, 2023
Single Grain Whiskey
50th Anniversary Edition Single Malt (VIP hour only)
Glen Moray
12 yr.
15 yr
18 yr.
Whisky Advocate’s #10 Whisky of the Year, 2017
21 yr. (VIP hour only)
Rye Cask Finish
Warehouse 1
Peated Rioja Finish
Rioja Cask Matured
Glen Scotia 9 yr. Campbeltown Malts Festival Edition 2024 (VIP hour only)
Glen Scotia 9 yr.
Gold Spot The Generations Edition (VIP hour only)
Grand Mayan Tequila
Silver
Reposado
Extra Aged
Ultra Limited Release (VIP hour only)
Green Spot
Hard Truth
Sweet Mash Rye
High Road Rye
Sweet Mash Bourbon
Wheated Bourbon
Sweet Mash Malted Rye (VIP hour only)
Heaven Hill
Bottled in Bond 7 yr.
Whisky Advocate’s #4 Whisky of the Year, 2019
Grain to Glass
Bourbon
Wheated Bourbon
Rye Whiskey
Heritage Collection 18 yr. Bourbon (VIP hour only)
Holladay Distillery
Ben Holladay Bottled in Bond 6 yr. Bourbon
Soft Red Wheat Bottled in Bond 6 yr. Bourbon
Soft Red Wheat Rickhouse Proof (Full Proof) (VIP hour only)
Jefferson's
Very Small Batch
Bourbon
Ocean
Tropics
Reserve (VIP hour only)
Jim Beam
Black
Sunshine (VIP hour only)
Johnnie Walker
Black Label
Red Label
Gold Label
Blue Label (VIP hour only)
Killowen
Rum and Raisin 5 yr. Single Malt (VIP hour only)
Pangur Irish Poitin (VIP hour only)
Knob Creek
9 yr.
Rye
Lagavulin
16 yr.
LALO Tequila Blanco
Loch Lomond
Original Single Malt
12 yr. Single Malt
24 yr. Royal Troon Edition (VIP hour only)
Lux & Umbra Dry Gin
Maker's Mark
Original
46 (VIP hour only)
Mary Dowling
Double Oak Bourbon
Tequila Finish Bourbon
Winter Wheat Bourbon
Mash & Mallow S’Mores Whiskey
Method and Madness
Single Grain
Single Malt
Single Pot Still
Middle West Spirits
Straight Wheat Whiskey
Straight Rye Whiskey
Straight Bourbon
Bourbon Cream
Oloroso Wheat Whiskey (VIP hour only)
Ported Pumpernickel Rye (VIP hour only)
Mijenta Tequila
Blanco
Reposado
Añejo Gran Reserva
Cristalino
Minden Mill
Nevada Straight Bourbon
Nevada Straight Rye
American Single Malt
Oban
14 yr.
Little Bay
18 yr. (VIP hour only)
Distiller’s Edition (VIP hour only)
OYO
Original
Honey Vanilla Bean Vodka
Stone Fruit Vodka
Barrel-Finished Honey Vanilla Bean Vodka
Praedictum 15 yr. Kentucky
Straight Bourbon (VIP hour only)
Rabbit Hole
Heigold High Rye Double Malt
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
Dareringer Kentucky Straight Bourbon
finished in PX Sherry Casks
Redbreast
12 yr.
Lustau
18 yr. (VIP hour only)
Redemption
Cognac Cask
Wheated Bourbon
Rye
Sur Lee (VIP hour only)
10 yr. Barrel Proof Rye (VIP hour only)
Roku Gin
Royal Brackla 12 yr.
Sagamore Spirit
Small Batch Rye
Cask Strength Rye
Double Oak Rye
9 yr. (VIP hour only)
Black Manhattan Cocktail (VIP hour only)
Singleton
12 yr.
15 yr.
18 yr. (VIP hour only)
Stonestreet Founder’s Edition
Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Toki
Truitt’s Old Fashioned
Two Stacks
The First Cut Signature Blend
Single Grain Double Barrel
Vim & Petal
Westland Distillery
Flagship
Beer Cask Finish
Wine Cask Finish
Garryana Edition 9
Yellow Spot
Distillers Edition (VIP hour only)
Master Classes featuring world renowned whiskymakers and distinguished members of the whisky community run throughout the evening. Join us to learn first-hand how these exquisite whiskies are made.
Master Classes featuring world renowned whiskymakers and distinguished members of the whisky community run throughout the evening. Join us to learn first-hand how these exquisite whiskies are made.
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Challenging Conventions with Four Iconic Whiskies
Abi Clephane
Global Ambassador
Bruichladdich
Abi Clephane found her passion for the drinks industry from a young age,starting her decades long journey in the on trade in a wide range of accounts - from techno clubs to neighborhood pubs and hotel bars. She
joined Remy Cointreau UK in London in 2015, working as UK Brand Ambassador for 8 years. She was responsible for representing the
Bruichladdich Distillery Company portfolio. Whilst always being passionate about spirits in general, it was there that her passion for whisky and ginwas really ignited. She has been always passionate about Scottish flavours, growing up fishing and foraging in and around the west coast of Scotland. She has translated this knowledge into incredible cocktails and pairing combinations
that have entertained her guests all over the globe. She pioneered the Whisky and Potato Chip paring ritual, bringing a touch of humour to the traditional whisky tasting.
Following 8 years at RCUK, Abi joined Bruichladdich Distillery in 2022 as a
Global Ambassador responsible for brand education across our markets in
China, South-East Asia, Australia, and the UK. She also hosts Academy
groups, VIP and Press trips on Islay, making sure that every visitor has an
incredible experience of Bruichladdich Distillery. Abi now divides her time
between the Glasgow office, the distillery on Islay, and our global markets.Description
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Join us for an exclusive exploration of Bruichladdich Distillery, where whisky craftsmanship meets bold innovation. This Master Class delves into the Bruichladdich story, with each whisky representing a unique chapter. Discover the unpeated Classic Laddie, a testament to Bruichladdich's pioneering spirit. Taste the essence of Islay in Bruichladdich Islay Barley, a single vintage whisky crafted from locally sourced grain. Experience Bruichladdich Eighteen, a landmark whisky distilled by the new team, marking a turning point in the distillery's history. Finally, delve into Octomore 15.3, a whisky that pushes the boundaries of peated whisky to create a masterpiece that defies convention.
Perfect for whisky lovers and newcomers alike, this session offers insights into the innovation, community, and craftsmanship that define Bruichladdich.
8:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Seminole A
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Elijah Craig Brand Family Tasting
Jodie Filiatreau
Artisanal Distiller
Heaven Hill
Jodie Filiatreau is a recognized leader in the Bourbon industry with more than four decades of experience in and around the creation of whiskey and its maturation process. Jodie began his career with Heaven Hill in 1981 working second shift in the bottling house. During his 42 years with the company, he has risen through the ranks and garnered extensive knowledge in distillery and barrel aging operations. Now, as the Artisanal Distiller at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience on Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row, Jodie leads a world-class team in crafting some of Heaven Hill’s very limited release offerings including the Square 6 line of products.
Jodie also leads Heaven Hill’s multi-year championship winning barrel rolling teams. As the teams’ coach for the last three decades, he has lead the men’s team to 17 wins, women’s team to 12 wins and under his tutelage Heaven Hill has won 28 individual medals.
Jodie lives in Bardstown, Kentucky with his wife Fran and enjoys a quality cigar with a neat pour of Square 6 Wheated Bourbon. In his spare time, he loves cruising Kentucky’s waterways on his pontoon boat with friends and family.
Elijah Craig was the first to char oak barrels to make Bourbon. Taste from a family of Bourbons and whiskeys from the Father of Bourbon. From the traditional Small Batch that started it all, to straight rye whiskeys for extra spice. But why stop there? An extra layer of decadence is layered into our Bourbon and Rye from the use of a secondary Toasted and flash charred barrel. Next, a unique batch of our Barrel Proof Bourbon bottled straight from the barrel. Top off the tasting with a rare opportunity to sip some of the oldest Kentucky Bourbon, Elijah Craig 18 yr. bottled from the contents of one single barrel.
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Seminole J
Behind the scenes of The Maker’s Mark Private Selection Single Barrel Program
DeNiro Fisher
Diplomat
Maker's Mark
DeNiro Fisher is the Florida Maker’s Mark Diplomat, where he enthusiastically shares his love of bourbon for all things Maker’s Mark across the sunshine state. DeNiro arrived at Maker’s Mark with 15 years of sales and marketing experience equipped with an MBA from Georgia State University, BS from the University of Southern Mississippi, and armed with industry designations to include Certified Beer Server and Executive Bourbon Steward. With more than a decade in the beverage industry, the sales and business development specialist has built and nurtured relationships with industry partners, customers, and fellow brand enthusiasts while his passions remain deep rooted in brand building, education, and training as a proud ambassador for the brand.
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Dive into the rich heritage of Maker’s Mark and learn how they utilize wood finishing staves cooked at varying temperatures and time periods to create a single barrel program unlike any other. You'll learn about Maker’s Mark 46, the program catalyst, and taste through the five stave liquids unique and exclusive to their process. Make sure you wear your master distiller’s cap, as you’ll have an opportunity to take part in building a small sample recipe and bring a unique expression of Maker’s Mark to life!
8:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Seminole I
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Whiskey Innovation From Farm to Bottle
Ryan Lang
Founder, Head Distiller & CEO
Middle West Spirits
Ryan Lang grew up in Pennsylvania and began his career in Engineering with Ingersoll Rand
upon graduating from Penn State University. In 2007, he moved to Columbus, Ohio where theidea to leave the corporate world blossomed into what was the beginning of Middle West. The inspiration for the company started while digging through his family’s history and connection to
agricultural distilling in both the US and Europe. This led to a journey of discovery of the roots ofdistilling and its direct ties to the soil and seed used to make great spirits. This hobby becamethe passion that is now his life’s work.Description
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Hear about Middle West Spirits’ innovation in whiskey making from the ground up - from new seed development to double casks. This class will include a tasting with some of our current Double Cask Collection products. Create your own blend and see how different whiskeys work together to create something new that works harmoniously with a second cask.
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Seminole H
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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
The room block is available until September 24, or until the block sells out.