The annual Whisky Live Singapore is back!
Organised by La Maison du Whisky (who also organises Whisky Live Paris, said to be the biggest Whisky and Spirit show in Europe), this is likely the biggest annual whisky event in Asia.
Oddly enough, most of you reading this blog are from Singapore. So I've taken the trouble to compile all the information you'll need to know about this event for your easy reference. You're welcome. :)
Anyone and everyone who (legally can and) has the slightest interest in whisky and/or spirits.
What's included in the ticket:
1) Being able to sample an insane number of whiskies (whiskeys) and spirits:
- Over 20 whisky brands from A to T (there's no U-Z brand names lol). Featuring distilleries from east to west, south to north, craft to commercial brands.
- Over 40 spirit labels - from whites, browns and everything in between.
- Totaling close to (what is claimed to be) about 500 expressions
2) Cocktail sampling from 9 popular bars in Singapore: 28 HongKong Street, L’Aiglon, Tippling Club, Sugarhall, The Library, Anti:dote, Spiffy Dapper, FOC and Longplay.
3) ... paired with food samplings by Burnt Ends, Meat Smith, FOC, El Mero Mero and Sorrel.
4) Access to view the very special Collectors Room which showcases bottlings from closed distilleries, limited editions and old vintages (which collectors and whisky geeks may salivate over). Though, tasting them is a separate fee.
Getting there & back:
8-10 hours at a spirits event? Driving is not even an option. The organisers behind Whisky Live have made special arrangements so that you can imbibe responsibly and without having to worry about how you'll get home.
Free shuttle buses:
From Harbourfront MRT to and from Capella event space, specially arranged for Whisky Live.
First shuttle: 30 mins. before event opening
Last shuttle: 30 mins. after end of event
Frequency: Every 15mins.
The shuttle service is accessible at Harbourfront MRT Exit D.
Uber:
SGD20 off first ride with Uber with the code WHISKYLIVESG
SMRT Taxi:
7-seater taxis provided from the hotel at SGD50 with additional SGD12 for en-route stops. Rides within Sentosa / Vivo City are SGD13.
Masterclasses:
Held by the respective brand representatives, these 1 hour sessions usually involve an intimate presentation session followed by a tasting of the feature product(s).
Participating brands/spirits are:
The Aberlour, Nikka Coffey, the world of rum (by Luca Gargano, owner of Velier rums and renowned rum expert), Glenfiddich, The Dalmore, The Balvenie, Kavalan, GlenDronach, Highland Park.
Priced at SGD35 each on top of the event tickets, I believe some of these classes are already fully booked as spaces are limited. Details: www.whiskylive.sg/events/masterclasses.
Other event info:
Venue:
Capella Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
Event hours:
Saturday, 28 November: 2-10pm (last entrance 9pm)
Sunday, 29 November: 11am-9pm (last entrance 8pm)
Buy tickets:
Pass from SGD95 up to a package promo with hotel stay at SGD990.
Masterclasses:
Held by the respective brand representatives, these 1 hour sessions usually involve an intimate presentation session followed by a tasting of the feature product(s).
Participating brands/spirits are:
The Aberlour, Nikka Coffey, the world of rum (by Luca Gargano, owner of Velier rums and renowned rum expert), Glenfiddich, The Dalmore, The Balvenie, Kavalan, GlenDronach, Highland Park.
Priced at SGD35 each on top of the event tickets, I believe some of these classes are already fully booked as spaces are limited. Details: www.whiskylive.sg/events/masterclasses.
Other event info:
Venue:
Capella Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
Event hours:
Saturday, 28 November: 2-10pm (last entrance 9pm)
Sunday, 29 November: 11am-9pm (last entrance 8pm)
Buy tickets:
Pass from SGD95 up to a package promo with hotel stay at SGD990.
Offline: For those in Singapore, you can also purchase the tickets at La Maison du Whisky (80 Mohamed Sultan Rd., Singapore 239013).
More Info:
http://www.whiskylive.sg/
https://www.facebook.com/events/692056207593670
I'll be there on Saturday and am counting down the days.
Say hi! :)
