Learn.
All of our classes are interactive and hands-on. Topics include history, brand education, keynote addresses from the best known people from the world of bourbon and offerings to hone skills like tasting bourbon, sensory training and much more.
Taste.
All of our classes feature bourbon tastings so you can sample what we are talking about in the class.
Have Fun.
Our classes are all lighthearted and fun. Whether you are brand new to bourbon or a seasoned veteran, each offering will have something for you.
Our Classes
Our classes are taught by people in the bourbon industry. Whether it’s our team, local distillery representatives or some of our bourbon celebrity friends, we offer bourbon educational opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.
Upcoming Classes/Events
Thursday, June 11 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #4: Boxing Bear #18 Release Party Hosted by Demetrius Cain (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Thursday, June 11 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #4: Boxing Bear #18 Release Party Hosted by Demetrius Cain (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Sunday, June 14 (National Bourbon Day) - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #5: Gary Hinegardner, Wood Hat Spirits (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Wednesday, June 17 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #6: Old Monroe Barrel Release Party with Adam Stumpf of Old Monroe Distilling (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Wednesday, June 17 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #6: Old Monroe Barrel Release Party with Adam Stumpf of Old Monroe Distilling (7:30 PM - 8:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Thursday, June 25 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #7: Michael Steinkamp, Investment Whiskey (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, June 27 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #8: Andrew Wiehebrink, Independent Stave (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Tuesday, June 30 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #9: Bernie Lubbers of Heaven Hill Distillery Performing Bourbon Through Bluegrass (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Thursday, July 9 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #10: David Weglarz, StilL 630 (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, July 11 - ABV Barrel Shop Fourth Anniversary Festival / VIP Session (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, July 11 - ABV Barrel Shop Fourth Anniversary Festival / General Admission Session I (11:45 AM - 1:15 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, July 11 - ABV Barrel Shop Fourth Anniversary Festival / General Admission Session II (1:45 PM - 3:15 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, July 11 - ABV Barrel Shop Fourth Anniversary Festival / General Admission Session III (3:30 PM - 5:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Friday, July 24 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #11: McNew & Miss Beka Sue, The Bourbon Daily (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, July 25 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #12: Christmas In July / The Final Big Sale with Colonel Steve / Look for Some Crazy Priced In-Store Specials That Day (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): No ticket needed for this in-store event!
Thursday, July 30 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #13: Stephen Fante, Limestone Branch Distillery (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Friday, July 31 - Colonel Steve’s Farewell Tour Event #13: Colonel Steve’s Last Day / Come by and See Him on His Last Day of Owning the ABV Barrel Shop / There Will Be Special Barrel Pick Releases (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): No ticket needed for this in-store event!