Locally Crafted BC Whisky Weekend
Masterclass 1: Single Malt Whisky [Part One]
$40.00
October 29, 2022 – 12:00pm
Victoria International Marina-
In this 75-minute Session, we will explore 6 single malt whiskies from three different regions in British Columbia and six different distilleries.
If you’re a fan of Scotch, this is your opportunity to see how local distilleries are reimagining this historic category with west-coast influence.
Some of the whiskies we will be tasting include Okanagan Spirits Laird of Fintry, Macaloney Distillery Invernahaven, Arbutus Distillery Single Malt and more.
Please note tickets are non-refundable however, they can be transferrable.
$40.00
October 29, 2022 – 2:15pm
Victoria International Marina
– In this 75-minute Session we will explore 6 predominantly corn-based whiskies from three different regions in British Columbia and six different distilleries. If you’re a fan of Bourbon, this Session is for you! Sweeter in style, with a touch of vanilla and spice, these not-bourbons are sure to make your mouth water. Some of the whiskies we will be tasting include Liberty Distillery TRUST Southern, Stillhead Distillery B-Word, Okanagan Spirits’ BRBN and more. – Please note tickets are non-refundable however, they can be transferrable.
$20.00
October 29, 2022 – 4:30pm
Victoria International Marina
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In the first-of-its-kind tasting, explore ALL wheat whiskies in this 75-minute Session.
One unique style of whisky-making in British Columbia is the use of ‘Ancient Grains’ including emmer, khorosan and einkorn which are the ancestors of the wheat we consume today. In this tasting, you will be trying 3 wheat whiskies, 2 ancient grain whiskies and 1 wheat/malt blend. It’s sure to be unlike any other whisky-tasting experience you’ve had before.
Some of the whiskies we will be tasting include Stillhead Wheat Whisky, Liberty Distillery TRUST Ancient Grains, Copper Spirit Distillery Wheat Whisky and more.
Masterclass 4: Rye Whisky
$40.00
October 29, 2022 – 6:45pm
Victoria International Marina
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In this 75-minute Session we will explore 6 different rye whiskies from three different regions in British Columbia and six different distilleries.
While you can technically label any Canadian Whisky as ‘rye’, these selections are made from 100% rye and will be sure to provide a spicy kick to your glass.
Some of the whiskies we will be trying include Resurrection Rye, Okanagan Spirits’ Rye and Liberty Distillery TRUST Rye.
Please note tickets are non-refundable however, they can be transferrable.
Masterclass 5: Single Malt Whisky [Part Two]
$40.00
October 30, 2022 – 12:00pm
Victoria International Marina
– In this 75 minute Session we will explore 6 single malt whiskies from three different regions in British Columbia and one specialty single malt from the Yukon. If you’re a fan of Scotch, this is your opportunity to see how local distilleries are reimagining this historic category with west-coast influence. Some of the whiskies we will be trying include Odd Society Spirits Commodore Single Malt, Two Brewers’ Single Malt, and Moon Over Bridge Distilling Antifogmatico Single Malt.
$40.00
October 30, 2022 – 2:15pm
Victoria International Marina
– In this 75 minute Session we will explore 6 unique whiskies from three different regions in British Columbia and six different distilleries. From non-conventional grains like Triticale, to blends to mushroom-infused expressions, this is an opportunity to go against the grain (pun intended) and explore the weird and wonderful world of BC whiskies. Some of the unique release we will be trying include: Tumbleweed Triticale Whisky, Bearface Elemental Series 1: Matsutake (Mushroom) Whisky, Liberty Distillery TRUST Single Grain and Okanagan Spirits’ Packinghouse Amber. – Please note tickets are non-refundable however, they can be transferrable.
$20.00
October 30, 2022 – 4:30pm
Victoria International Marina
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If you’re a fan of whisk(e)y, cognac, calvados or other barrel-aged spirits, then you’re going to love these lesser-known spirits from BC!
In this 75 minute Session we will explore 6 brandies from three different regions in British Columbia. Brandy is a spirit made from distilled wine (and can be made from any type of fruit). With an assortment of brandies made from grapes, apples, pears and more, this is your opportunity to fall in love with some of BC’s most beautifully niche spirits.
Some of the brandies we’ll be tasting include: Alchemist Distiller Duke Apple Brandy, Maple Leaf Spirits Lady of the Cask, and Merridale Cidery XO Brandy.
Masterclass 8: Smoky & Peaty
$40.00
October 30, 2022 – 6:45pm
Victoria International Marina
– In this 75-minute Session we will explore 6 single malt whiskies from three different regions in British Columbia and six different distilleries. If you’re a fan of peated & smoky Scotches, this is your opportunity to see how local distilleries are reimagining this historic category with west-coast influence. Some of the whiskies we’ll be tasting include: Odd Society Peat & Smoke, Two Brewers Peated, and Macaloney Distillery’s Peated Mac Na Braiche. – Please note tickets are non-refundable however, they can be transferrable.
