Scotch Seminars

Johnnie Walker presents what all microbrew fans will savor: a chance to sample another premium craft beverage at Hop Scotch Spring Beer and Scotch Festival. Scotch aficionados and novices alike will appreciate the finest Scotches at the Scotch seminars. Join Ari Shapiro, one of only 15 experts in the United States to earn the distinction of "Master of Whisky," for a private one-hour educational seminar that will introduce you to the complete range of taste experiences, which includes 8-¼ oz whiskies for only $30. You'll learn about the details of whisky production and engage in a guided, in-depth tasting that will turn you into a pro for the next time you order Scotch.

2011 Seminars Coming Soon!

2010 Master of Whisky Scotch Seminars:

• Saturday, April 24th 2:00pm
• Saturday, April 24th 7:00pm

Scotch Seminar Line-Up:

Scotch Seminars sell out quickly so sign up today and reserve your seat.

• Dalwhinnie 15
• Singleton 12
• Oban 14
• Talisker 10
• Lagavulin 16
• Oban Distillers Edition
• Bushmills 10
• Johnnie Walker Green

Scotch Pairing Seminars

Guests can also entice their senses with a Scotch and Chocolate or Scotch and Cigar Pairing Seminar.

The Scotch and Chocolate Paring Seminar challenges the palette with a participatory experience combining fine Scotch with premium organic Theo Chocolate. Lead by Master of Whisky Ari Shapiro and Theo Chocolate Founder Joe Whinney, guests explore an assortment of complimentary tastes and discover their favorite pairing. This participatory experience experience includes a 1/2 ounce pour of four different Scotches. Why the larger pour? Simple! More Scotch to sample with your chocolate. The Scotch and Chocolate pairing seminar takes place Friday, April 23rd at 7:00pm for only $40.

The Scotch and Cigar Pairing Seminar presented by Johnnie Walker, Partagas Cigars and Rain City Cigars is a chance for taste and smell to collide for a stimulating party of the senses. As guests go through a portfolio of Scotch, bouquets of fine rolled tobacco leaves are added to the blend, training senses for true aficionado status. Guests will receive a complimentary fuma kit that includes three different types of cigar tobacco to enjoy after the seminar. $40. The Scotch and Cigar pairing seminar takes place Saturday, April 24th at 4:00pm for only $40.

Scotch Sampler

For those guests interested in sampling the Scotch selections without attending the seminar, a self-guided flight of 5-¼ oz. Scotches is available for just $10. The Master of Whisky will be on hand to answer questions.

Scotch Sampler Flight:

• Singleton 12
• Oban 14
• Lagavulin 16
• Johnnie Walker Red
• Johnnie Walker Black