Whiskey Tasting
Last updated: May 09, 2025
Learn about the origins of the famous spirit and how it has spread across the globe. Sample a different whisk(e)y from each of the major countries that make it – Scotland, Ireland, Canada, Japan, India and the United States – and discover the unique flavours characteristic of each country.
Each class lasts two hours, and every guest samples a handpicked selection of seven different whiskies whilst learning how to identify the distinctive traits and qualities of each region. Our whisky tastings begin with a whisk(e)y-based welcome cocktail.
Tasting Format
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Length
Recommended class lasts for two hours.
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Reception Cocktail
Enjoy a whisk(e)y cocktail before your tasting begins.
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Introduction of Cocktail Class
Your class instructor will outline the entertaining and rich history of whisk(e)y around the globe and how it became one of the world’s favourite spirits.
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Taste a Range of Whisk(e)y
Be guided through the seven major whisk(e)y-producing countries and the variations in their classic flavour profiles.
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Our public whisk(e)y tastings run one Saturday per month from 1pm
Group Enquiry
If you want to make a private booking for a group, or have any specific needs that require our attention, our enquiry form is the fastest route to the answers you need. Once completed, one of our team will be in touch.
We have a range of dedicated event spaces in which to hold our tastings, Public Tastings are usually held for between around 10 and 20 people to ensure the most in-depth and interactive experience for all our guests but for private tastings we can accommodate up to 50 guests or even more with enough prior notice.
Public tastings: Whisk(e)y every other week, Gin and Agave once a month. The next tasting session:
Public Tastings
Our range of public tastings are perfect for smaller groups of five or less. We run a rotating selection of classes every Saturday at 1pm. At the moment, there’s whisk(e)y, gin and tequila to choose from, and you’ll be joining a group of like-minded individuals.
Private Tastings
Our private tastings are perfect for groups of six or more keen to develop their appreciation for their chosen spirit. Every aspect of our private tastings are customisable, from your welcome drink all the way up to the bottles you’ll be working your way through on the day. Get in touch today
Gift Vouchers
Not sure when you want to join us? Buying for somebody else? Get yourself a gift voucher. Our vouchers are redeemable for any session of the chosen experience and are valid for a whole year from the date of purchase. You can choose a physical voucher and download the PDF printable version.
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A friend and I did the whiskey tasting yesterday and had a blast. Saša made the event really interactive, curated a great selection of whiskeys to try and we would definitely book again.
Michael Ioannou
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Great whiskey tasting session with Sasha! Very detailed background on all whiskeys tried today.
Lance Sharrock
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Sasha is just THE BEST! He is so funny made the whole experience so cool! I personally don’t like whiskey and the whiskey tasting was a GREAT experience! He explains aromas, taste, origins of whiskey, everything you need to know to taste a whiskey properly. Amazing place vibe and explanations :) 100% recommended
Adriana Tucci
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Went for a whisky tasting with Saša, it was an excellent experience, hugely knowledgeable and passionate. Great venue, with friendly staff, highly recommended. I shall return!
David Behan
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Gin Tasting
Join us on a journey through the long and fascinating history of gin, from the original jenever through to contemporary ‘new-age’ brands. Discover gin’s often illicit – and sometimes medicinal – past.
Agave Tasting
More than just tequila, agave is used to make a whole range of different spirits and products from sotol to raicilla. This essential Mexican plant has been used to make various spirits, drinks and remedies for centuries.
Cocktail Classes
Our cocktail classes are 100% interactive, every guest makes and drinks a selection of five cocktails using their own equipment and area behind one of our custom-built cocktail bars. Private bookings available, any time, any size.
Group Enquiry
If you want to make a private booking for a group, or have any specific needs that require our attention, our enquiry form is the fastest route to the answers you need. Once completed, one of our team will be in touch.
Previous One-Off Tasting Events
Teeling Whiskey Tasting with Alex Chasko
TT Liquor hosted a day of whiskey tastings, talks and tutelage as we welcomed independent Irish whiskey company Teeling to their home away from home at our Shoreditch establishment.
We’re lucky to have welcomed some amazing people through our doors, and master distiller Alex Chasko is certainly one of them.
An insatiably innovative person in the industry, Chasko has released a wide range of award winning whiskeys under the Teeling brand, and the 30 attendee barmen and women were guided through the day in safe hands.
Thanks in no small part to innovators like Alex, Teeling are certainly a company to look out for. Our discerning mixologists can’t get enough of their whiskey so we make sure our store is fully stocked with Teeling at all times.
After a welcome cocktail which showcased Teeling as well as Umbrella alcoholic ginger beer, guests were treated to a series of illuminating talks by Alex, who went through the finer points of proper Irish whiskey distillation.
They were then invited to taste a range of Teeling whiskies, including their small batch, single malt and single grain varieties, as well as their very own Poítin – a homage to the rebellious spirit underpinning Irish whiskey distillation.
To conclude the Teeling-themed day, attendees were invited down into our intimate cellar bar for yet another Teeling-inspired cocktail created by our knowledgeable bartenders.
Tasting Session – Hudson Bourbon
Legendary global Brand Ambassador Tony Vanaria Joined us for an intimate tasting of one of our favourite Bourbons – Hudson Whiskey.
Before Prohibition more than 1,000 farm distillers produced alcohol from New York grains and fruits. In 2005, Hudson brought the tradition of small batch spirits production back to the Hudson Valley and were responsible for changing state laws that eventually allowed craft distilleries in New York to begin selling to the public again, directly leading to the craft distilling revolution New York is currently experiencing.
We learned about the rather unexpected and accidental journey founders Ralph Erenzo and Brian Lee took to become one of the most in demand American whiskies in the world and, of course, we will get to taste each of their signature whiskies while we are at it – Hudson Baby Bourbon, Hudson Four Grain and Hudson Manhattan Rye.
Tony talked us through what makes them so unique and what inspired the founders to make them in the first place… and who knows there might even be a few prizes up for grabs too.
The Blend By Chivas Regal
Ever wondered about the science of whisky blending, or why certain whiskies are smooth as silk and others deliver quite the fiery kick?
Scotch blended whisky specialists, Chivas Regal gave guests a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Scotch and learn about the highly skilled process of making Chivas Regal blended Scotch whisky during their whisky blending workshop.
Global interest in Scotch whisky has never been higher. This is illustrated by the fact that Scotch whisky exports hit a record high last year, with bottles of the stuff making their way to drinking cabinets everywhere from Spain to Singapore, from France to the Florida coast.
Chivas know a thing or two about Scotch whisky, and have been practising the art of blending since James Chivas first started experimenting with some of the aged Scotch laid out in the cellar of his Aberdeen grocery store in the mid-19th century.
Led by their knowledgeable tutor, guests learned about the different processes that go into making grain whisky and single malts and the role each of these liquids, and their respective flavour profiles, play in the art of whisky blending.
Pappy Van Winkle Whiskey Tasting
(A look back at a previous event)
At TT, our love for bourbon runs deep. Whether it’s served neat, stirred into a cocktail, or paired with a cold beer, it’s a spirit we’re passionate about—and one we’ve been proudly sharing with guests for years.
Back in June 2022, we had the privilege of hosting one of our most exclusive whiskey tastings to date: a rare Pappy Van Winkle experience, led by none other than Drew Mayville, Master Blender for both Old Rip Van Winkle and Buffalo Trace.
This unforgettable two-night event took place at our former home on Kingsland Road in Shoreditch—a space that played host to many of our early tasting experiences before our move to our current venue. While the setting has changed, our commitment to world-class whiskey events remains as strong as ever.
Over two evenings, guests were guided through a remarkable lineup of bourbons by Mr. Mayville himself. The Thursday evening was dedicated to members of the hospitality industry, featuring a curated selection of Buffalo Trace’s finest, including the beloved Weller 12. This session took place in our old 52-seater cinema room, and offered a deep dive into the craft of American whiskey.
Friday evening brought the main event: a public tasting hosted in the leafy Orangery space upstairs, where guests enjoyed six stunning whiskeys alongside charcuterie from Cobble Lane Cured. The evening began with Buffalo Trace’s signature bourbon and Eagle Rare, before moving into rarified territory—Old Rip Van Winkle 10 year, Van Winkle Special Reserve 12, and the legendary Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 15 and 20 year.
These expressions are revered in the whiskey world and rarely poured outside of the US, making the opportunity to taste them a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many. Drew Mayville walked attendees through the subtle nuances of each expression, shedding light on the rich complexity created through careful ageing and blending. After the guided tasting, he stayed to share a final dram and connect with the group.
Looking back, this was a landmark moment in our event history—an example of the kind of high-calibre tasting experience we strive to create. While our Shoreditch venue has since changed, our dedication to premium whiskey tastings has not. Today, in our new space, we continue to host a wide range of events, including bespoke whiskey tastings for enthusiasts, private groups, and corporate clients.
A huge thank you once again to Drew Mayville and the teams from Buffalo Trace and Old Rip Van Winkle for making this such a memorable night.
General FAQ's
We host the majority of our public masterclasses at TT in Shoreditch (Great Eastern St) and at Mixology Events in Covent Garden (Maiden Lane), where we have dedicated masterclass lounges that are fully set up when you arrive – freeing you up to make cocktails continuously for 2 hours without waiting for anyone to set anything up for you.
All tastings are hosted at TT in Shoreditch.
Cocktail classes and spirit tastings both run for 2 hours including a short break in the middle.
You can book as far in advance as you like. Our tastings and public cocktail classes are always on the same days of the week or month, and this is unlikely to change.
No, there’s no dress code per se. Wear whatever you feel comfortable in, bearing in mind you will be on your feet for around two hours.
Bookings FAQ's
Click here to book your place.
Find the class you wish to book and continue through the checkout as normal and pay securely online.
Prefer to speak to someone? Give us a call on 020 7183 9503— we’re always happy to help and can take your booking over the phone. If you run into any issues, get in touch with us here.
Click here to book your place.
If you’ve got a voucher, follow the steps and, when you reach the payment page, select ‘Use a voucher.’ Pop in your voucher details, hit book, and we’ll be in touch to confirm everything.
Prefer to speak to someone? Give us a call on 020 7183 9503— we’re always happy to help and can take your booking over the phone. If you run into any issues, get in touch with us here.
Fill out the form with your details and select “Mixology Masterclass” or “Spirit Tasting” from the enquiry type dropdown, select location, group size and date if known. Please add any other specific details to the More information section and we will get back to you as soon as possible with details.
Prefer to speak to someone? Give us a call on 020 7183 9503 — we’re always happy to help and can take your details over the phone.
Vouchers & Public Classes FAQ's
They last 12 months exactly from the purchase date. If something comes up and you give us a call within that time frame we will try our best to be pretty flexible when it comes to extending them, if you’re nice ;-).
Click here to redeem your voucher.
Follow the steps and when you are taken to the payment page, select ‘use a voucher.’ Enter your voucher details and hit book and we’ll be in touch to confirm everything.
Alternatively, give us a call on 020 7183 9503 and we’ll happily book them over the phone for you. If you have any issues making a booking just get in touch with us here.
As soon as we receive a voucher order they’re sent out via first class post. Depending on how busy Royal Mail is, you’ll usually receive your physical vouchers in 2-3 working days. If you’ve made your order on the weekend we will aim to send it out the following Monday. Christmas and bank holidays may affect this. If you need it sooner, you can Download a printable version here.
