Have you ever felt intimidated by the bourbon shelf at your favorite bar or liquor store? Wondering what all the terms on the label mean, or whether a higher proof bourbon is necessarily harsher? This class is a friendly introduction to America's native spirit. Through its history, production, and a guided tasting, you'll leave preconceived notions behind and discover the styles and flavors that make bourbon one of the world's most beloved whiskeys.
Class is 2 hours long, featuring an interactive format, with questions welcomed by whisky expert Noah Rothbaum.
What you will learn:
- Confidence to explore bourbon with ease
- A personalized understanding of the flavors you enjoy and the vocabulary to describe them
- An understanding of how mash bills, aging, proof, and barrel influence a bourbon's character
- A foundation in bourbon's history, production, and the key regions and distilleries shaping the category today
What you can expect:
- One welcome bourbon cocktail
- A guided tasting of six bourbons showcasing a range of styles and flavor profiles
- A 15% discount on all wines tasted to use in-store after class
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Style: Presentation + Tasting
Good for:bourbon lovers, bourbon curious, tasting experience to demystify whisky.