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Whiskey Pairings and Tastings Experience


Sip. Learn. Savor. Relax. We are excited to bring you a variety of new whiskey experiences designed to stimulate your brain and your taste buds!

Our team is hard at work developing delicious and interesting whiskey tasting and pairing classes. You can look forward to experiencing delicious cheese and whiskey, chocolate and whiskey, as well as a deep dive into sponsor-led whiskey workshops!

  • Attendees must be 21 years old.
  • Each workshop is held at The Snug in the Whiskey Area unless otherwise noted. Check in at The Snug in the Whiskey Area 10 minutes before your scheduled experience.
  • Each event is limited to 35 attendees, so reserve your space now!
  • Tickets for experiences are in addition to admission.
Contact us at whiskey@irishfair.com with questions.

Boann Irish Whiskey - Casks from around the World

Join Harry Evans, distiller from Boann Distillery based in County Meath, Ireland to learn and taste what makes their whiskeys unique, including the influence of finishing with casks made from around the world. Can you taste the difference? Attendees receive 5 tastes, a bottle of water and snacks.

Saturday, August 9 | 3:30-4:15pm
Sunday, August 10 | 1:15-2:00pm
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Learn more about Boann Distillery and their signature whiskey The Whistler.

Boann Irish Whiskey - Casks from around the World | Saturday
Boann Irish Whiskey - Casks from around the World | Saturday
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Aug 09, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Join Harry Evans, distiller from Boann Distillery based in County Meath, Ireland to learn and taste what makes their whiskeys unique, including the influence of finishing with casks made from around the world.
Experience $45.00
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Boann Irish Whiskey - Casks from around the World | Sunday
Boann Irish Whiskey - Casks from around the World | Sunday
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Aug 10, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Join Harry Evans, distiller from Boann Distillery based in County Meath, Ireland to learn and taste what makes their whiskeys unique, including the influence of finishing with casks made from around the world.
Experience $45.00
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Keeper’s Heart Whiskey Cocktails

O’Shaughnessy Distilling takes you on a journey to learn about their Irish + American blended whiskeys and how to blend up your take on classic cocktails. Attendees receive 2 whiskey tastes, a cocktail, a bottle of water, and snacks.

Saturday, August 9 | 2:15-3:00pm

Learn more about O'Shaughnessy Distilling and their signature whiskey Keeper's Heart.
Keeper’s Heart Whiskey Cocktails - Saturday
Keeper’s Heart Whiskey Cocktails - Saturday
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Aug 09, 2025 | 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
O’Shaughnessy Distillery takes you on a journey to learn about their Irish + American blended whiskeys and how to blend up your take on classic cocktails. Attendees receive 2 whiskey tastes, a cocktail, a bottle of water, and snacks.
Experience $40.00
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Keeper’s Heart and XO’Xocolati Chocolate

O’Shaughnessy Distilling will be on hand to take you on a journey highlighting the wonderful flavor combination of their Irish + American whiskey and locally made artisan chocolates from XO’Xocolati. Attendees receive 4 tastes of select Keeper’s Heart whiskeys paired with a variety of rich luxurious chocolates.

Sunday, August 10 | 3:30-4:15pm

Learn more about O'Shaughnessy Distilling and their signature whiskey Keeper's Heart.
Learn more about chocolate artisans XO'Xocolati.
Keeper’s Heart and XO’Xocolati Chocolate
Keeper’s Heart and XO’Xocolati Chocolate
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Aug 10, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
O’Shaughnessy Distillery Irish + American whiskey and locally made artisan chocolates from XO’Xocolati.
Experience $45.00
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Cheese and Whiskey

Glencairn glass of whiskey on a wooden board with slices of white cheddar
Yes, that’s right, cheese goes with everything and whiskey is no exception. Not only will you get some tips on how to match flavor profiles to your favorite whiskeys, our cheesemonger, Forage to Fromage, has selected 3 specialty cheeses specifically paired to 3 of our sponsors’ whiskeys for you to sample and savor. Attendees receive cheeses, whiskey, a bottle of water and snacks.

Saturday, August 9 | 11:45am - 12:30pm
Sunday, August 10 | 11:45am - 12:30pm
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Learn more about Forage to Fromage.
Cheese and Whiskey - Saturday
Cheese and Whiskey - Saturday
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Aug 09, 2025 | 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Forage to Fromage, has selected 3 specialty cheeses specifically paired to 3 of our sponsors’ whiskeys for you to sample and savor.
Experience $40.00
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Cheese and Whiskey - Sunday
Cheese and Whiskey - Sunday
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Aug 10, 2025 | 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Forage to Fromage, has selected 3 specialty cheeses specifically paired to 3 of our sponsors’ whiskeys for you to sample and savor.
Experience $40.00
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Premium Whiskey Master Workshop

Whiskey lovers already understand and appreciate the nuances and complexity of the water of life. Here is a chance for aficionados to test out higher end and interesting whiskeys, led by a local expert. Attendees will receive 5 samples, a bottle of water and snacks.

Saturday, 4:45-5:30pm (This is taking place in the pavilion!)
Sunday, 2:15-3:00pm
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Premium Whiskey Master Workshop - Saturday
Premium Whiskey Master Workshop - Saturday
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Aug 09, 2025 | 4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
Whiskey lovers already understand and appreciate the nuances and complexity of the water of life. Here is a chance for aficionados to test out higher end and interesting whiskeys, led by a local expert. (This event takes place in the pavilion!)
Experience $75.00
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Premium Whiskey Master Workshop - Sunday
Premium Whiskey Master Workshop - Sunday
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Aug 10, 2025 | 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Whiskey lovers already understand and appreciate the nuances and complexity of the water of life. Here is a chance for aficionados to test out higher end and interesting whiskeys, led by a local expert.
Experience $75.00
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