Willie Tait is quite a character
But don’t take my word for it; read A Round With… in Malt Advocate
magazine volume 17, number 4. He’ll happily tell you what’s worn under his kilt, and when asked if he was better looking than Bruichladdich’s Jim McEwan, this was his answer (in part):
Perhaps Jim is better looking, and even if he wasn’t, he could convince you he is.
But don’t let his sense of humor fool you. Willie’s involvement with Jura began 36 years ago when he took on the role of Tunroom Man. He moved on to Mash/Stillman, Assistant Distillery Manager, and Distillery Manager. Over the course of Willie’s career he has passionately crafted some truly special single malts.
We are pleased to announce that Willie Tait will be conducting a tasting seminar at both WhiskyFest™ San Francisco and New York. Come see what makes Isle of Jura unique, and meet the legendary Willie Tait.
Visit www.whiskyfest.com .
Parker Beam: Seventh Generation Master Distiller
The craft of making Bourbon is in his blood. For over a quarter-century,
Parker Beam has been practicing his family’s craft at Heaven Hill Distilleries of distilling, aging and selecting some of the world’s most critically-acclaimed Bourbons.
Park Beam, Parker’s grandfather and namesake, was the brother of James Beauregard Beam, better known as “Jim” Beam. It was Parker’s father, Earl, who was the first to ply his trade at Heaven Hill. Earl, in turn, then turned the reins over to Parker in 1975. In doing so, Parker became the seventh generation Beam to earn the title Master Distiller.
Bringing his family’s many years of experience with him, Parker will be presenting a tasting seminar at both WhiskyFest San Francisco and New York. It’s an opportunity you won’t want to pass up.
Visit www.whiskyfest.com .
Something to Look Forward to
Keep an eye out towards the end of the month when your WhiskyFest San Francisco brochure arrives in the mail (if you’re a previous attendee). You’ll enjoy reading the Whisky Appreciation Field Guide that’s included.
Once the brochures are mailed out, ticket sales begin to jump so don’t wait too long to purchase your tickets. WhiskyFest sells out FAST .
And if you’re thinking of buying a VIP ticket, you’ll have to act quickly. More than half are already sold and we are restricting the number of VIP tickets sold.
Visit www.whiskyfest.com today and purchase your ticket.
Never attended a WhiskyFest™ Event?
Are you unsure what to expect? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions area
of the web site. We answer the most commonly asked questions about WhiskyFest. Attendees enjoy being among fellow whisky lovers, like to try whiskies they’d never otherwise have the opportunity to try, and no matter whether you’re new to whisky, or a true aficionado, there’s always something more to learn.
To visit our FAQ area for San Francisco, click here .
And for New York, click here.
Stay Close, for Safety’s Sake!
Room blocks are available for both WhiskyFest™ San Francisco and New York. Imagine this: WhiskyFest has just ended after a fun evening of seminars, meeting fellow enthusiasts, and tasting new whiskeys. Now all you have to do is take an elevator ride to your room, relax and reflect on all that WhiskyFest had to offer.
In San Francisco: Hotel reservations for the nights of 10/5 – 10/9 can be made by calling 1-800-228-9290 and mentioning the WhiskyFest room block. Or, reserve online at Marriott.com: San Francisco Marriott Marquis >> The rate is good until September 14, or until the room block sells out.
In New York: The room block is available on the nights of 10/31 and 11/1. Call 800-266-9432 and mention the WhiskyFest room block. Or, for reservations online: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.domode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=
3327571&utm_source=1322&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=4672693
The room block is available until 10/10/11, or until the block has sold out.
You’ll want to make your reservations before the rooms are all booked!
Dr. Bill Lumsden to Present Seminar at WhiskyFest™ San Francisco
Dr. Lumsden is the Head of Distilling and Whisky Creation for The Glenmorangie Company, which includes Ardbeg and Glenmorangie.
Come and see for yourself why he is the only person to have been named three times as Malt Advocate’s “Industry Leader of the Year”.
P.S. Tickets make a great Father’s Day gift.
Where to stay in San Francisco
During WhiskyWeek San Francisco, the city has many whiskey-related events to offer. Stay at the Marriott Marquis
and be in the center of it all!
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
55 Fourth Street | San Francisco, CA 94103
www.marriott.com/sfodt
Our room block rate is $219 per night, single or double. Hotel reservations for the nights of October 5 through 9 may be made by calling 1-800-228-9290 and mentioning the WhiskyFest room block. You can also make the reservations on line at Marriott.com: San Francisco Marriott Marquis >> The group code is whiwhia. (If you follow the link, the group code will already be entered in the appropriate field.)
The rate is good until September 14, or until the room block sells out.
Make it easy on yourself and stay at the Marriott!
Remember to Take Advantage of the Special Pricing
You only have 18 days left to take advantage of the Early Bird special pricing on 
WhiskyFest tickets.
Tickets make a great holiday gift, whether for the whisky lover in your life, or for yourself. We won’t offer a better deal on tickets, so remember to buy yours before the special ends on December 31!
Discounted WhiskyFest 2011 Tickets Now Available!
The 2011 dates have been announced and tickets are now available with an Early Bird discount. Maybe you’ll be putting WhiskyFest tickets on your holiday wish list. There won’t be a better time to buy them, whether they’re for yourself or someone else.
The WhiskyFest dates for 2011 are:
April 15 – Chicago
October 7 – San Francisco
November 1 – New York
Buy tickets through December 31, 2010, and receive a $15 discount.
WhiskyFest San Francisco | WhiskyWeek pours on
And yet more events to add to the WhiskyWeek calendar. These events are in addition to those previously posted. View the complete list here.
Wednesday, October 6
One Bourbon, One Scotch and One Beer
The North Bay Chapter of the USBG and Stout Brothers invite you to the 1st Annual Cocktail Shake Off, where twenty bartenders will compete. Those entered in the competition will be submitting an original recipe incorporating Bulleit Bourbon, Johnnie Walker Red, and/or Harps Beer. Entertainment provided by Whiskey Thieves. Sponsored
Stout Brothers Irish Pub
527 Fourth Street
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
7:00 pm
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Wednesday, October 6
Tasting with Master Distiller Parker Beam
Mr. Smith’s
34 7th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
6 – 8 pm
415-882-4435
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Malt Advocate magazine presents WhiskyFest™ San Francisco
The grand-daddy of all whisky events and the anchor event of WhiskyWeek San Francisco. More than 260 of the world’s finest whiskies from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Canada, Japan and the U.S. available for sampling, seminars by distillery managers and master blenders, and gourmet buffet all evening and so much more. Tickets to WhiskyFest will not be available at the door, so buy your tickets today. This will sell out!
San Francisco Marriott
4th and Market
Time: 6:30 to 10:00pm
Cost: General admission: $110
VIP admission: $150 SOLD OUT
Order tickets online at www.maltadvocate.com.
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