Κείμενο Difford's Guide
Our monthly listing of events, seminars and tastings which we consider of interest to discerning drinkers. Those events which are drinks industry specific, or have days/periods that are industry specific are marked accordingly. Enjoy!
USA - Great American Beer Festival
What: Takes place at the Colorado Convention Centre for a large public tasting event and a private competition. Tickets go on sale from 31 July.
When: 3-5 October 2019
Where: Denver, Colorado, USA
More info: GreatAmericanBeerFestival.com
UK - London Cocktail Week
What: One of the world's largest cocktail festivals celebrates its 10th anniversary! Download the free DrinkUp.London app, buy your digital pass, then enjoy signature £6 cocktails at any of the 300 participating bars. There will be exciting events across London, plus all the action and tasty cocktails at The Cocktail Village. To celebrate their landmark anniversary, the festival will be held over ten days this year - if you're in London, don't miss out!
When: 4-13 October 2019
Where: London, UK
More info: London Cocktail Week
UK - The York Whisky Festival
What: York Whisky Festival invites whisky enthusiasts and experts alike to sample great home-grown whiskies from Scotland as well as meet distillers from around the world including from India, Taiwan, Japan and USA. Plus, experience 'under the counter' drams and signup for masterclasses. Buy your tickets at the website below.
When: 5 October 2019
Where: York, UK
More info: TheWhiskyLounge.com
UK - Whisky Live Paris 2019
What: The Whisky Live Paris is an exciting tasting event which brings together brands from across the globe. It's one of the largest tasting events, and not only are whiskies under the spotlight, but other spirits including rum. Visitors can dabble in the rum gallery or perhaps taste one of the other fine spirits on offer. Cocktail Street also returns which dedicates an entire street to cocktails and food - 2018 saw over 18,000 visitors and 26,000 cocktails. Book your tickets here.
When: 5-7 October 2019
Where: The Grande Halle at La Villette, Paris, France
More info: WhiskyLive.com
UK - Armagnac Academies
Trade only
What: Following launches in China, UK and the US, the Armagnac Academies return to London this month co-hosted by Armagnac educators Amanda Garnham and Hannah Lanfear. Bartenders, sommeliers and retailers will explore France's original craft spirit, armagnac and have the opportunity to enjoy lectures and tastings and conclude the day's session with an official diploma. Invitations will follow soon.
When: 8 October 2019
Where: Smith & Wollensky, London, UK
More info: To find out more information, please email Amanda Garnham
Singapore - Rum Bellion 2019
What: Rum Bellion presents one of Singapore's first rum festival experiences introduced by Neon Pigeon, Taki Taki, Limehouse and Bula Café & Bar. The event will be held at the four venues, with rum brands from around the round joining the festival with celebrations along the Keong Saik Road, from a Caribbean-inspired carnival and face painters for kids plus a market selling gifts. Rum Bellion will also welcome guest shifts from acclaimed bars, including BlackTail from NY and Dirty Dick from Paris. Guests will be able to join masterclasses and tastings, with food on offer throughout the day and drinks coupons available on the door or prior to the event on the Rum Bellion website. To celebrate it's inaugural edition, the first 200 guests will receive a "Rum-Bellion" tote bag filled with merchandise and goodies.
Buy your tickets here.
When: 13 October 2019
Where: Singapore
More info: Find out more on the Rum Bellion site here.
UK - Edinburgh Cocktail Week
What: Edinburgh Cocktail Week brings together over 70 bars in the city, each crafting a unique menu for the week-long celebration. Guests with a wristband can enjoy £4 signature cocktails and gain free access to the Cocktail Village, housing 19 pop-up bars including Edinburgh Gin, Eden Mill, Patron Tequila, Absolute Vodka and Johnnie Walker, as well as live music, masterclasses and entertainment. This year sees a new extension with the Forest themed space inviting guests to go 'camping with cocktails'. ECW also introduces the Cocktail Domes, an opportunity to experience the city's skyline from a rooftop garden inside transparent domes. Wristbands start at just £6. Find out more here.
When: 14-20 October 2019
Where: Edinburgh, Scotland
More info: EdinburghCocktailWeek.co.uk
UK - The RumFest Trade Show & Conference Day
Trade-only
What: A trade and press-only event bringing together wholesalers, rum brands including boutique, distributors and the press. Meet importers and agents which can help launch your rum brand or reengage with the press. Find out more here. The trade show is then followed by the two-day RumFest between 19-20 October.
When: 18 October 2019
Where: ILEC Conference Centre, London, SW6 1UD
More info: Sign up here.
UK - RumFest
What: One of the world's largest rum festivals returns, sponsored by Coca Cola Signature Mixers. Following last year's festival which saw 2,500 visitors descend on London's Earl's Court, the UK RumFest 2019 will feature over 400 rums, seminars from leading rum brands and experts, masterclasses, and award-winning rum bars. The Rum Auction will also showcase rums priced from £150 - £3,500. Food will be available courtesy of the Heart & Soul food buffet, plus entertainment during the festival's Carnival hour. You can get your tickets here.
When: 19-20 October 2019
Where: ILEC Conference Centre, London, SW6 1UD
More info: RumFest.co.uk
UK - The Wine Show Chelsea
What: This show welcomes both consumers with an interest in premium wines and those in the trade. The Wine Show Chelsea is a concept created by the team behind The Wine & Spirits Show. Visitors can attend masterclasses hosted by leading experts in the industry including Masters of Wine, and also taste and buy premium wines on offer over the three-day show.
When: 1-20 October 2019
Where: London, UK
More info: Find out more here.
UK - The Manchester Whisky Festival
What: Manchester Whisky Festival invites whisky enthusiasts and experts alike to sample great home-grown whiskies from Scotland as well as meet distillers from around the world including from India, Taiwan, Japan and USA. Plus, experience 'under the counter' drams and signup for masterclasses. Buy your tickets at the website below.
When: 25-26 October 2019
Where: Manchester, UK
More info: TheWhiskyLounge.com
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