WHISKY lovers: clear your diary on Sunday 5 June (and schedule in some recovery time on Monday 6 June as well). The Whiskey Jar in the Northern Quarter is hosting its first Whisky Festival
There'll be big name brands as well as smaller independents – if your drinks cupboard needs restocking, you'll have plenty to choose from here.
With over 300 whiskies to buy and try, plus talks and masterclasses from a host of whisky industry professionals, it's not-to-be-missed if you're a fan of the dram.
There'll be free samples and a free glass, masterclasses, food stalls and a bar specialising in ingenious whisky cocktails. Live music will add to the festival atmosphere.
Tickets are £25 and include your own whisky tasting glass and four 20ml samples covering Scotch, Irish, American and Bourbon, and World whisky.
The festival is a chance to discover new and rare whiskies, meet fellow whisky enthusiasts, and learn more about the world of whisky distilling and drinking. There'll be big name brands as well as smaller independents – if your drinks cupboard needs restocking, you'll have plenty to choose from here.
There are two sessions: daytime (12 noon until 4.30pm) and evening (5.30pm to 9.30pm). The festival will take place at The Whiskey Jar, on Tariff Street in the Northern Quarter.
It's ticket only so make sure you don't miss out:
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