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Upcoming Events

The Grand Tasting
Sat, Oct 05
Halifax
Oct 05, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 05, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Includes samples from local and international spirit producers and small bites of local food.
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Master Class: Canadian Whisky: Explored, Explained, Exposed, Exalted
Sat, Oct 05
Halifax
Oct 05, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 05, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Handles, mickeys, shots, or drams, no matter what its measure, Canadian whisky is a liquid history of our country. Spirit expert Davin de Kergommeaux hosts this journey into the past and future of Canada’s spirit. Includes 1-hour discussion, 4 prestige whisky samples, signed copy of his latest book.
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Master Class: Glenmorangie’s Kind of Delicious and Wonderful Whiskies
Sat, Oct 05
BKS @ The Muir
Oct 05, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
BKS @ The Muir , 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5, Canada
Oct 05, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
BKS @ The Muir , 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5, Canada
Glenmorangie are known not only for their delicious single malt scotch whiskies, but also for their philosophy and concepts behind them. From the pioneering family who founded the distillery, to the innovative practices and ideas by their whisky creation team. National Brand Ambassador Bry Simpson
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Master Class: America's Spirit: A Bourbon Masterclass
Sat, Oct 05
BKS @ The Muir
Oct 05, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
BKS @ The Muir , 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5, Canada
Oct 05, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
BKS @ The Muir , 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5, Canada
Join Suntory Global's American Whiskey Ambassador Ray Daniels for a Bourbon masterclass featuring premium spirits from Basil Hayden and Knob Creek.
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Master Class: The Timelessness of an Islay Legend
Sat, Oct 05
Halifax
Oct 05, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 05, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Join the distinguised James Neil, Luxury Brand Ambassador for Suntory Global, for an enlightening masterclass and tasting featuring the timeless flavours of Bowmore, the 'Original' Islay.
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Glenfiddich & Cheese Master Class -SOLD OUT
Fri, Oct 04
The Post Office Speakeasy
Oct 04, 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Post Office Speakeasy, 5651 Hennessey St, Halifax, NS B3K 2B1, Canada
Oct 04, 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Post Office Speakeasy, 5651 Hennessey St, Halifax, NS B3K 2B1, Canada
Join Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador for an exploration of this legendary distillery's whisky along with artisan cheeses.
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The Gala Dinner presented by Suntory Global Spirits - SOLD OUT
Fri, Oct 04
Halifax
Oct 04, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 04, 2024, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
A celebration of local food and international spirits from the Suntory Global portfolio of Single Malt Scotch whiskies, Japanese spirits, Bourbon, Canadian whisky and more.
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Master Class: The Art of Japanese Spirits and Cocktails SOLD OUT
Fri, Oct 04
BKS Speakeasy, The Muir Hotel
Oct 04, 2024, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
BKS Speakeasy, The Muir Hotel, 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5, Canada
Oct 04, 2024, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
BKS Speakeasy, The Muir Hotel, 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5, Canada
Join The House of Suntory's Mike Maclean for a discovery of premium Japanese spirits and cocktails.
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Tides and Tastings presented by CDANS
Thu, Oct 03
Halifax
Oct 03, 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 03, 2024, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Our celebration of craft, local spirits presented in partnership with the Craft Distillers of Nova Scotia.
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All Inclusive Package
Thu, Oct 03
Halifax
Oct 03, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – Oct 05, 2024, 9:30 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 03, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – Oct 05, 2024, 9:30 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Can't decide what to attend? With our all-inclusive package you receive 1 ticket to each of our premium events (Tides & Tastings, Gala Dinner, VIP Grand Tasting) along with the option to attend Davin deKergommeaux's Master Class including. a complimentary signed copy of book . Value ($325)
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Master Class: CDANS presents Foraged Flavours
Thu, Oct 03
Halifax
Oct 03, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 03, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
At this masterclass hosted by the Craft Distillers of Nova Scotia, learn how local distillers seek out local ingredients to produce spirits and liqueurs.
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Master Class: CDANS presents Rum, The Spirit of Nova Scotia
Thu, Oct 03
Halifax
Oct 03, 2024, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
Oct 03, 2024, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Halifax, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H 2P6, Canada
A unique masterclass with local craft distillers discussing rum's distinct role in Maritime culture, and how local distillers are honoring the craft. Moderated by Canadian spirit expert Davin de Kergommeaux.
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