The word "whiskey" comes from old Gaelic and means the "water of life". It’s no wonder why we feel the need for a refill now and then!

"Taking The Bite Out Of Whisk(e)y" is ideal for all levels – experienced whiskey adventurers and newcomers just starting the journey. This 2-hour class will provide an overview of the wide world of whiskey. You will learn how to taste and talk about whiskey while comparing whiskey styles, ingredients, and origins.

An assortment of snacks and cheeses will be served during class to introduce some of the fundamentals of pairing whiskey and food.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND "Taking The Bite Out Of Whisk(e)y" is a Level 1 survey course for beginners and enthusiasts. It assumes some exposure to whiskey but little or no formal spirits knowledge. This program is appropriate for both consumers and professionals in all wine, food, hospitality and service industries.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Students will learn technical tasting, the major whiskey types, and fundamentals of whiskey style. The emphasis is on providing an overview of whiskey and whiskey tasting, plus an understanding of your personal tastes and preferences.

PLEASE NOTE Whiskey & food menus are subject to change based on availability, inspiration, and whimsy!

WHISKEY MENU (tentative) Innis & Gunn Scottish Cask Aged Beer | Bully Boy White Whiskey | Old Overholt Rye Whiskey | Four Roses Bourbon | Slane Castle Irish Whiskey | Gordon & McPhail Single Malt Scotch

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS Guests & students must be at least 21.

JONATHON ALSOP is founder & executive director of the Boston Wine School, author of The Wine Lover’s Devotional and In Vino Veritas, and a commentator for National Public Radio on WGBH | Boston Public Radio and Under The Radar.

He began writing about wine, food and travel in 1988 and emerged as a wine expert through his syndicated wine column. He has contributed numerous articles to the Associated Press, Frequent Flyer Magazine, La Vie Claire, Beverage Business Magazine, Mobil Travel Guides, Fodor’s Travel Guides, Boston Globe, and many others.

Jonathon founded the Boston Wine School in 2000 where he teaches wine and food classes in a dedicated 100% snob-free zone. His new book Wine Life: A Collection Of Verses will be published in 2024.

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