January 25, 2012
Whisky Socials - London
The Athenaeum, 116 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 7BJ / Try something different this winter and experience our truly unique whisky and food pairing evenings at just £39 per person. Co-hosted by Angelo Gobbi the hotel's dedicated whisky sommelier and the country's leading connoisseurs, participants will enjoy a unique whisky and food pairing experience that aims to welcome those new to the spirit whilst providing a greater depth of knowledge for seasoned whisky enthusiasts. The whisky socials will take place over four dates this winter: 6th October 2011 - Aberfeldy & Dewars with Roger Mallindine; 24th November 2011 - Balvenie Whisky with Dr. Andrew Forrester; 25th January 2012 (Burn's Night) - Macallan Whisky with David Frewin and March (date TBC) - Dalmore Whisky with Richard Paterson. The events feature a delectable menu served with an accompanying whisky chosen to complement each dish and tantalise your taste buds. For example, guests can try the Chicken Liver Parfait with Red Onion Marmalade paired with an 'Athenaeum Whisky Sour' made with Dewar's White Label. More information here...

March 2012
Whisky Socials - London
The Athenaeum, 116 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 7BJ / Try something different this winter and experience our truly unique whisky and food pairing evenings at just £39 per person. Co-hosted by Angelo Gobbi the hotel's dedicated whisky sommelier and the country's leading connoisseurs, participants will enjoy a unique whisky and food pairing experience that aims to welcome those new to the spirit whilst providing a greater depth of knowledge for seasoned whisky enthusiasts. The whisky socials will take place over four dates this winter: 6th October 2011 - Aberfeldy & Dewars with Roger Mallindine; 24th November 2011 - Balvenie Whisky with Dr. Andrew Forrester; 25th January 2012 (Burn's Night) - Macallan Whisky with David Frewin and March (date TBC) - Dalmore Whisky with Richard Paterson. The events feature a delectable menu served with an accompanying whisky chosen to complement each dish and tantalise your taste buds. For example, guests can try the Chicken Liver Parfait with Red Onion Marmalade paired with an 'Athenaeum Whisky Sour' made with Dewar's White Label. More information here...

March 2 & 3, 2012
The 2nd Annual Nth 2012 - Las Vegas
Universal Whisky Experience Presents the 2nd Annual Nth 2012. Don't Miss this Premier Epicurean Luxury Whisky Tasting Event of a Life Time. Tickets on sale now! Universal Whisky Experience is the world’s premier promoter of luxury, super-premium whisky enjoyment experiences and the brainchild of C.E.O. Mahesh Patel. The Show - Imagine.... Sampling a dram of whisky from the world’s most unique, finest premium whiskies from the top-tier brands. Conversing with and learning from whisky aficionados, high-end connoisseurs, and collectors. Dining, shopping, and playing at one of the top resorts in the world’s entertainment playground, Las Vegas, Nevada. Welcome to the 2nd Annual super-premium, elite whisky tasting experience, the ‘Nth 2012 Show’ - More information and tickets here!

March 23, 2012
WhiskyFest Chicago
Hyatt Regency Chicago on The River Walk, 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601 / WhiskyFest offers you the opportunity to taste from a selection of more than 250 whiskies from around the world; many of them rare and exclusive. Want to learn more about a whisky? Attend free seminars conducted by distillery managers and master blenders. Take some time to enjoy the never-ending gourmet buffet. Ticket price includes access to the grand tasting and all seminars, Glencairn crystal whisky glass, event program, buffet and coffee, tea, water and soda all evening. Time: 6:30 - 9:30pm. More information here...

March 28, 2012
The Single Malt & Scotch Whisky Extravaganza
The Intercontinental Buckhead, 3315 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 / The Extravaganza was the first and is the only tasting event that offers both the novice and most discerning enthusiast the opportunity to properly sample the participating whiskies in a sophisticated and elegant environment, with an array of sumptuous foods that greatly enhance the attendees' enjoyment. The Extravaganza provides our attendees an unusually wide range of the most prestigious single malt, premium Scotch and other unique whiskies in joyous camaraderie. Presented by whisky professionals, our goal is to educate our attendees in the discerning consumption of the finest spirits known to mankind. Unlike any other "whisky event", the Extravaganza focuses exclusively on single malt & Scotch whiskies as well as unique expressions from distilleries around the world. No other category of alcoholic beverages is included in our events. Time: 7-9pm. Registration is at 7pm. Society Members: $135: Non-Member Guests: $150; Tickets by advance purchase only. More information here...

March 31, 2012
The 13th Annual Whiskies Of The World Expo - San Francisco
Hornblower Yacht (remains docked), Pier 3 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA / At WoW, you will have the opportunity to sample a wide range of Whiskies: from the biggest brand names to expressions from the world’s greatest independent bottlers. Whiskies from the US, Scotland, Ireland, Canada, Australia and more. Event is on a four level yacht with three full sized indoor ballrooms plus an open air top deck with Cigar and Whisky pairing. More information and tickets here!

April 5, 2011
The Art of Corsair Distillery - Nashville
War Memorial Auditorium, 301 6th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37243 / Patrons will learn more about the Corsair Artisan Distillery, a small craft sprits company with distilleries in Bowling Green, Kentucky and Nashville, Tennessee founded by Nashville natives Darek Bell and Andrew Webber. Known for their very small batches of spirits (just a few cases at a time, in pot stills), everything being done by hand (from production to bottling), Corsair is able to provide interesting and flavorful spirits: Vanilla Bean Vodka, Spiced Rum, Red Absinthe, Wry Moon Unaged Rye Whiskey, and more. At this event, attendees will taste some of the Distillery’s latest batches of spirits and learn recipes to make tasty cocktails. More info here....