Free tastings of over 250 bottles are guaranteed to keep ticket holders busy and buzzed (All photos: Whisky Live)
Internationally recognised tasting event Whisky Live is landing in Singapore once again for its 13th edition this month. Since 2010, this vibrant celebration of fine spirits has been drawing crowds of connoisseurs and enthusiasts to the Lion City. Free tastings of over 250 bottles, as well as single-redemption cocktails and special sips, are guaranteed to keep ticket holders busy and buzzed over the weekend. The 2024 instalment is set to be held at the iconic Mandala Club, within the Tanjong Pagar enclave downtown, a notable heritage building sure to inspire guests with its local flavour.
Founded upon the philosophy of bringing together lovers and makers of the famous amber liquid, Whisky Live is a forum committed to new expressions, sharing knowledge, candid conversations, exchanging opinions and friendly debate. Expect highly curated experiences, insightful masterclasses by industry giants and up-close-and-personal encounters with the master distillers, blenders and brand ambassadors behind some of the world’s greatest tipples.
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Meanwhile, the 2024 Cocktail Street is an opportunity to experience the versatility and artistry of not only whiskies, but a slew of rums, gins and agaves, at the hands of master mixologists. Furthermore, those looking for something to munch on between sips will find a variety of partner bars and restaurants within walking distance of the site.
The dedicated VIP area, the largest in the event’s history, will feature a stunning line-up of new releases and exclusive expressions from a series of revered distilleries — single casks from Blanton’s and The Macallan, as well as La Maison & Velier’s Magnum Collection are among the must-sees. For a truly one-of-a-kind experience, however, La Maison du Whisky’s 2025 “Foundations” catalogue, which comprises a cosmopolitan series of fine editions such as the latest Artist Range, Gordon & MacPhail and Kilchoman, will be making its Asia debut at the event, giving attendees the unique privilege to be among the first in the continent to sample these exquisite drams. Seekers of the truly legendary liquors will find their itches scratched in the Collector’s Square, set to showcase a coterie of über-rare releases — the Nikka Nine Decades and Caroni Paradise, to name a few — and hard-to-find classics.
Whisky Live Singapore will be open to the public on Nov 23 and 24. For more information or to purchase tickets, see here.
This article first appeared on Nov 11, 2024 in The Edge Malaysia.
