WhiskeyFest 2008 -- Chicago Whisky Week Agenda

Chicago Whisky Week Agenda

You must be 21 years of age to attend all Whisky Week events

Saturday, March 29th
Illinois St. Andrew Society 5th Annual Whisky Kilted Pub Crawl
It's that time of year to celebrate Tartan Day (April 6th Scottish Independence Day), so join the Illinois St. Andrew Society with bonnie lads and lassies bagpipes, Scotch, drink specials, contests and more. New this year: tartan contest. Men, wear a kilt! Ladies, grab your tartan/plaid skirt. All crawlers will vote for their favorite.

Roscoe Village Neighborhood:
Riverview Tavern 5:30 - 7:00 pm (complimentary appetizers)
Mulligan's 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Village Tap 9:00 - 10:00 pm
Four Treys 10:30 - ??

Pre-register online at www.chicago-scots.org
E-mail: apryl @ chicago-scots.org (no spaces)
708-447-5092
Admission: $20.00 Pre-Registration; $25.00 at the door (includes hors d' oeuvres & shirt)


Monday, March 31st
Whiskies of the world seminar at Delilah's
The annual Delilah's whiskies of the world seminar with your hosts Mike Miller, owner of Delilah's, one of the premiere whisky bars in the world, and Evan Cattanach. Sample whiskies from around the world in an informal seminar.

Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln
Chicago
8 pm start
(773) 472-2771
www.delilahschicago.com
Admission: free (seating is limited and is a first come first seated basis)

Tuesday, April 1st
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon Vertical tasting at Delilah's
2004-2007 release will be available, plus Old Forester 6 yr. and a bottle from 1964!

Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln
Chicago
8 pm start
(773) 472-2771
www.delilahschicago.com

Johnnie Walker Night at Sam's
Come out and sample Johnnie Walker Red Label, Black Label, Green Label, Gold Label and Johnnie Walker Swing (back in the US after 15 years!).

Sam's Wines & Spirits
1720 N. Marcey St.
Chicago
5-8pm
(312) 664-4394
www.samswine.com
Admission: free

Bushmills Dinner at Grace O'Malley's
Join Martin Duffy at Grace O'Malley's (voted #1 Irish pub in Chicago by Fox News) for a five course dinner paired with the original Irish whiskey from Bushmills. Celebrate Bushmills' 400th anniversary of making whisky (legally) and enjoy the Irish whiskey flights afterwards.

Grace O'Malley's
1416 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago
6 to 9 pm
(312) 588-1800
www.graceomalleychicago.com
Admission: call Grace O'Malley's for details
RSVP required

The Singleton VIP event at Socca
Experience the newest single malt to come to the U.S. The Singleton of Glendullan at the trendiest restaurant in Wrigleyville. Currently available in limited markets; enjoy complimentary appetizers and a glass of The Singleton

Socca Restaurant
3301 N. Clark St.
Chicago
7-10pm
(773) 248-1155
Admission: free


Wednesday, April 2nd
Whiskies from around the world at One North
One North restaurant is hosting its own whisky celebration with whiskies from Canada, Japan, Tennessee, Scotland, Ireland,and Kentucky! Enjoy a buffet, chat with whisky distillers and ambassadors in One North's elegant dining room.

One North Restaurant
1 N. Wacker Drive
Chicago
5:30 to 7:30 pm
(312) 750-9700
Admission: $30

Bulleit Bourbon tasting
West Lakeview Liquors welcomes Brenda Wojcik, Diageo ambassador for a Bulleit Bourbon tasting. Find out why it is referred to as the frontier bourbon and why it's so special among Kentucky bourbons.

West Lakeview Liquors
2156 W. Addison St.
Chicago
6 to 9 pm
(773) 525-1916
www.wlvliquors.com
Admission: free


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Whisky Extravaganza at Chief O'Neill's
Chief O'Neill's hosts one of their patented whisky extravaganzas featuring a formal sit-down seminar of the Distiller's Editions of The Classic Malts Selection including the rare Oban Distiller's Edition (mantilla fino sherry) and Lagavulin Distiller's Edition (pedro ximenez cask). Join Martin C. Duffy Master of Whisky and Gregor Cattanach, global brand ambassador for Johnnie Walker and The Classic Malts. Complimentary whisky, buffet and music!

Chief O'Neill's
3471 N. Elston Ave., Chicago
8 to 10 pm
(773) 583-3066
Admission: free
RSVP required! Seating is limited.

Bushmills Celebration at Rocks Tavern
Rocks Tavern hosts a Bushmills celebration. Come and taste why Bushmills has been around for 400 years. While you're at it, see why Rocks is called "Rocks"! Enjoy a variety of whiskey flights from their extensive collection.

Rocks Tavern
1301 W. Schubert Ave.
Chicago
7 to 10 pm
(773) 472-7738
Admission: free

Gordon & MacPhail Single Malt Tasting at Clark Street Ale House
Stellar line-up of eight malts presented by Gordon and MacPhail Brand Ambassador

Clark Street Ale House
742 N. Clark Street, Chicago
8-10pm
Admission: $20
Reservations & question: Brian Ciske (630-240-7259)


Glenfarclas Tasting at Delilah's
Join your hosts Mike Miller, owner of Delilah's, and George Grant.

Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln
Chicago
8 pm start
(773) 472-2771
www.delilahschicago.com
Admission: free (seating is limited)


Thursday, April 3rd
Classic Malts & Bulleit Bourbon sampling & bottle signing at Warehouse Liquors
Warehouse Liquors hosts this event with special guest appearances by Tom Bulleit, Founder of Bulleit Bourbon and Evan Cattanach, Global Brand Ambassador for Johnnie Walker and The Classic Malts. Featured whiskies include the new Glenkinchie 12 year old, Singleton 12 year old, Talisker Distiller's Edition, Lagavulin 16 year old and, of course, Bulleit Bourbon.

Warehouse Liquors
634 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago
4 to 7 pm
(312) 663-1850
www.warehouseliquors.com
Admission: free


Whiskies of the World at Binny's
Brett Pontoni hosts the whiskies of the world event at Binny's newest location. Meet distillers from around the world as well as sample some great whiskies!

Binny's South Loop
1132 S. Jefferson St.
Chicago
5 to 8 pm
(312) 768-4400
www.binnys.com
Admission: $40 Binny's card members/$50 for non-members.


Complete Future Brands Whiskey portfolio tasting from Ardmore to Overholt at Delilah's!!!

Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln
Chicago
8 pm start
(773) 472-2771
www.delilahschicago.com
Admission: free (seating is limited)


Unibroue Raftman Returns to Chicago at Delilah's
The Raftman is a Unibroue beer that is 5.5% ABV and made with whisky malts (smoked peated malt). It is also a brand that was available in the U.S., but was pulled from the market around 2003. The 'Raftman' will only be available for a very short time, while supplies last, or basically, until we finish the kegs.

Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln
Chicago
8 to 9 pm
(773) 472-2771
www.delilahschicago.com

The Legends of Bourbon at the Twisted Spoke
Death's Door Spirits first aged whisky barrel will be opened and sampled. President Brian Ellison will be guest bartending. Other distillers present: Van Winkle Bourbon, Heaven Hill Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries. Talk with the creators, taste barrel samples and try new bourbon inspired cocktails and infused snacks.

The Twisted Spoke
501 N Ogden
Chicago
8pm-2am
(312) 666-1500
Admission: Free


The Singleton of Glendullan & Bulleit Bourbon sampling at Sam's South Loop
Sam's new South Loop location will be hosting a Single of Glendullan/ Bulleit sampling and bottle signing with special guest appearances by Tom Bulleit and Gregor Cattanach

Sam's Wines & Spirits (South Loop)
50 E. Roosevelt Rd.
Chicago
5 to 8 pm
(312) 663-9463
www.samswine.com
Admission: free


Singleton VIP event at Bar on Buena
Bar on Buena is hosting a Singleton VIP event and you are the VIP! Join Master of Whisky Robert Sickler for some whisky, food, chat and an informative evening at one of Chicago's coziest whisky bars! Ask Robin the bartender about their latest whisky flights.

Bar on Buena
910 W. Buena
Chicago
7 to 10 pm
(773) 525-8665
www.baronbuena.com
Admission: free


Johnnie Walker Event at Mrs. Murphy
Join Brian, James and Sue as they welcome Johnnie Walker Journey's very own Master of Whisky Stephen Wilson as he takes part in their pre-WhiskyFest festivities. Stephen will be sampling out a number of Johnnie Walker marques!

Mrs. Murphy & Sons
3905 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago
7 to 10 pm
(773) 248-3905
www.irishbistro.com
Admission: contact restaurant for details

Bushmills Event at the Abbey Pub
Enjoy the Irish surroundings while sampling out some of the original Irish whiskey: Bushmills! Help to celebrate 400 years of whisky-making by tasting the Bushmills Original, Black Bush, Bushmills 10 year old and 16 year old!

The Abbey Pub
3420 West Grace Ave.
Chicago
8 to 11 pm
(773) 478-4408
www.theabbeypub.com
Admission: free


Whiskies of the world at Red Ivy
Red Ivey invites you to sample out the whiskies of the world and try some of their new whisky flight combos. Learn the difference between a bourbon and a scotch from Master of Whisky Marcy Rudershausen. Also enjoy live music in a festive pre-fest atmosphere! Special guest appearances from Tom Bulleit and Gregor Cattanach from 8:30 to 10 pm. Featured whiskies include Cask 16, George Dickel Barrel Select, Bushmills 10 year old, Black Bush, The Singleton, Talisker 18 year old, Johnnie Walker Green Label and Swing!

Red Ivy
3525 N. Clark St.
Chicago
8 to 11 pm
(773) 472-0900
www.redivychicago.com
Admission: free

Friday, April 4th
Malt Advocate magazine presents WhiskyFest Chicago
The grand-daddy of all whisky events. More than 200 of the world's finest whiskies, seminars by distillery managers and master blenders, gourmet buffet and so much more!

Hyatt Regency Grand Ballroom
151 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago
www.maltadvocate.com
(800) 610-MALT
6:30-10pm

Delilah's Bushmills After Party
Upstairs with food and live music.

Delilah's
2771 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago
10pm-1:30am
(773) 472-2771