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Council of Whiskey Masters Hire an Expert for Your Tasting Event

Hire a Master of Scotch, Bourbon, or Whisk[e]y
for Your Private Tasting Event

Welcome to THE COUNCIL OF WHISKEY MASTERS
—The Global Authority on Scotch and Bourbon, and other whiskeys—

 

Securing a Bourbon or Scotch Speaker for Your Event

Are you or your company looking to create an unforgettable event that includes a guided whisky tasting, presented by one of the best experts in your region?

For private and corporate tasting events, start with The Sommelier Company. The Sommelier Company handles full event planning, whiskey sourcing, and arranges matched whiskey specialist for your event.

However, if your plans specifically require a Master of Scotch, a Master of Bourbon, or a Master of Whiskey, please email us here at The Council of Whiskey Masters, at Office@WhiskeyMasters.org.


 

Your Location Options for The Tasting Event

A tasting session with a professional speakers can take place at any location of your choice, quite typical are hotels and restaurants, private homes and also corporate offices.

The experts of The Sommelier Company or The Council of Whiskey Masters comes to the location you secured.

Event Costs

The costs often include speaker’s fee, and the retail value of whiskeys, and glassware if needed.

Reach out… to plan the details.



Popular Themes for Whisky Tasting Experiences

Two highly recommended tasting themes include: 

Single Malt Secrets of the Masters: Understanding Scotch Whisky

Advanced Whisky Appreciation Around the Globe

Ideally, 8 different whiskys with maximum contract will be compared. 

However, our whisky master will completely customize the experience to your needs and restrictions.

Tasting Formats:
Reception vs Seated

While you can set up the tasting in an informal “reception-style” format, the more satisfying experience is a seated seminar or seated dinner.

Here, everyone around the table can have the same memorable experience in presence of our whisky master.


Contact Office@WhiskeyMasters.org to secure a globally acclaimed whisky specialist for your event.


Learn about the tasting methods used by professional whisky experts

Our Advisory Board includes most of the most respected experts globally

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Hire a MASTER OF SCOTCH… only at The Council of Whiskey Masters

Whisky tasting pairings can reveal the full depth of available flavors


If you are planning a whiskey tasting event and are looking for a full-service package, contact The Sommelier Company, the premier provider of professionally managed whiskey and spirits events.

The firm offers great event packages that include ‘whiskey sommeliers’ already located in your area.

However, if you are looking specifically to hire a member of The Council of Whiskey Masters, please email us here at the Council offices, via Office@WhiskeyMasters.org.

You can also request to book one specific Council member who is part of our famous Advisory Board, see a full list of whiskey masters HERE.


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“Advanced Bourbon Appreciation” is always a popular tasting theme

American Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskeys in comparison

Single Malt Scotch Tasting

Bring the great flavors of Single Malt Scotch Whisky to your own event

Sommelier-Guided Whisky Tasting

Sommelier-guided whisky tastings can be unforgettable experiences


Typical event and project assignments delivered by our whisky experts:

1. Expert-guided spirits tastings for all group types, sizes and locations

—> For most private events, The Sommelier Company is a great place to inquire first.

—> But if you specifically wish to work with a whiskey master, The Council of Whiskey Masters is a your contact.

  • Engaging and insightful tastings with Single Malt Scotch, Bourbon, and other world whiskeys

  • Available Formats include dinners, seminars, receptions and team buildings, or fully virtual/remote events

  • Our signature tasting theme: “Demystifying the World of Whisky in an Expert-Guided Blind Tasting”

  • Location of your choice: office, hotel and event space, private homes... the specialist can travel to you.

2. Distillation consulting and beverage evaluation

3. Spirits training for executives and staff

4. Global spirits industry advisory from the inside, based on deep market knowledge and worldwide relationships

5. Strategy consulting: succeeding in spirit competitions, positioning of products, and flavor orientation

6. Technical spirits writing and journalism


If you are planning to host an event that involves the systematic appreciation of whisky, including corporate events or personal, a global expert speaker can guide your group through a tasting experience that will remain unforgettable for everyone.

Popular tasting formats include walk-around tasting stations (ideal for receptions and larger groups), seated tasting dinner with keynote speaker, expert panel presentations, and interactive tasting seminars with sommeliers and other global beverage professionals.


Regional Availability by Country and by City

Both The Sommelier Company as well as The Council of Whiskey Masters offer good global coverage:

Americas

Canada: Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Vancouver, and all other locations are possible
United States of America: everywhere

Europe and Africa

Austria: Wien, and all other locations
Belgium: Brussels, and all other locations in the country
Denmark: Copenhagen, and all other locations in the country
Finland: Helsinki
France: Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Bordeaux, St Tropez, and all other locations in the country
Germany/Deutschland: Munich, Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and all other locations in the country
England: London, and all other locations in the country
Iceland: Reykjavik
Italy: Rome, Florence, Milano, Venice, Naples, Palermo, Turin, and all other locations in the country
Ireland: Dublin, and all other locations in the country
Netherlands: Amsterdam, and all other locations in the country
Norway: Oslo
Portugal: Lisbon, Porto
Russia: not currently covered
Scotland: Edinburgh, Glasgow, and all other locations in the country
South Africa: Cape Town
Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Sevilla, Valencia, and all other locations in the country
Sweden: Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo
Switzerland/Schweiz: Bern, Zurich, Basel, and all other locations in the country

Asia

China: Beijing, Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai
Japan: Tokyo, and all other locations in the country
Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur
Singapore
South Korea: Seoul

Oceania

Australia: Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, and all other locations in the country
New Zealand: Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, and all other locations in the country


Write to Office@WhiskeyMasters.org
to get in touch with The Council of Whiskey Masters.