Whisky fans must diarise the 24 and 25 April 2015, when SUNCOAST’s Sun Zone in Durban will again host the Whisky Live Showroom, with this exciting boutique-style tasting event bringing some of the world’s finest whiskies to the city.
This intimate showcase of 80 whiskies will give fans of the dram the opportunity to sample some of the rarest, most intriguing expressions, with more exhibitors putting their wares on display than ever before. Newcomers to this year’s Showroom events include Tomatin and Smokehead, Glenrothes, Jack Daniel’s and a selection of peated whiskies including Laphraoig and Auchentoshan.
The Whisky Live Showrooms have been carefully curated to offer a blend of tasting experiences, along with opportunities to engage with world-leading experts in the category. Not only will the various whiskies be available for tasting, several brands will offer special deals at the event.
Kavalan is offering a 10% discount on orders placed at the Showroom, while on-the-spot payment for Kavalan will yield a free miniature to take home. Those purchasing more than two bottles of this Taiwanese whisky will take home a free 200ml bottle, putting this award-winning expression at their fingertips (and taste buds) straight away.
Balblair is also offering a 10% discount on orders placed at the Showroom, with punters able to take home one free Glencairn tasting glass with each bottle of 2003 Vintage paid for on the night, or two free Glencairn tasting glasses if they order and pay for a bottle of 1990 Vintage.
Even though the Whisky Live Showroom is all about whisky, the event will introduce Innis & Gunn craft beers to the Durban market. These beers are brewed at low temperatures using bespoke ale malts, and are matured in casks previously used for aging Kentucky bourbon – thus bringing the worlds of whisky and beer together in a delicious, refreshing beer. Innis & Gunn Original was introduced to South Africa in 2014, and Innis & Gunn Rum Finish and Innis & Gunn Toasted Oak IPA will debut at the Durban Whisky Live Showroom.
Twisp Electronic Cigarettes, The Cigar Club and Prestige Cosmetics are participating in the Whisky Live Showroom too, giving visitors a broader lifestyle experience while they are enjoying the spirit of the evening with family, friends or business associates.
Tickets to the Whisky Live Showroom in Durban cost R170 each on www.whiskylivefestival.co.za and include a complimentary tasting glass, a 500ml bottle of Valpré water, and 15 tasting vouchers. The first 500 visitors through the doors each night will receive a free copy of the 2015 Whisky Handbook, and those who register for the Whisky Live Festival Club at the event, will get R20 cash back, or an extra five tasting vouchers.
There are limited tickets available for the event, and whisky lovers are encouraged to book their tickets online in advance to make sure that they don’t miss out.
Follow @WhiskyLiveSA on Twitter, ‘like’ the Whisky Live Festival on Facebook, or check www.whiskylivefestival.co.za for regular updates about the events.
The Whisky Live Showroom promotes responsible drinking. No persons under the age of 18 years will be allowed into the Showrooms. Designated driver tickets are available for R105 with a bottle of Valpré mineral water included in the ticket price.