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, November 14 - Blind Whiskey Tasting / Scoring with Local Celebrity Michael Steinkamp (6:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Sunday, November 17 - Gift Basket Bonanza: We Unveil Our 2024 Holiday Gift Baskets / Get The First Chance at These Deals! (11:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): No Ticket Needed for this FREE Event, Just Stop By!
Wednesday, November 27 - The Busiest Bar Night of the Year (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): FREE event (no ticket needed).
For this uniquely ABV Barrel Shop event, we’re going to try to buck the trend of bars having their busy night of the year and stay open extended hours so our customers can come to a tasting bar the night before Thanksgiving. That’s right, we’ll be sampling out our products with extended hours opening up all the way until 9:00 PM.
Thursday, November 28 - The ABV Barrel Shop is Closed to Observe Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, December 5 - Investment Whiskey #5 (Bourbon/Finished in a Maple Syrup Barrel) Release Holiday-Themed Open House Party Hosted by Michael Steinkamp (5:00 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): No Ticket Needed, This Is An Open House (No Presentation, Just Samples & Holiday Treats).
Friday, December 20 - Christmas Cocktails in the Speakeasy Hosted by Darren McRoy (7:00 PM at the Speakeasy which is the storefront just to the right of ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Tuesday, December 24 - The ABV Barrel Shop Closes at 5:00 PM to Allow Our Team to Enjoy Christmas Eve with Their Families (We are open 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Wednesday, December 25 - The ABV Barrel Shop is Closed to Observe Christmas Day
Tuesday, December 31 - The ABV Barrel Shop Closes at 5:00 PM to Allow Our Team to Enjoy New Year’s Eve with Their Families (We are open 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Wednesday, January 1 - The ABV Barrel Shop is Closed to Observe New Year’s Day
Thursday, February 20, 2025 - Show & Tell Whiskey Tasting (6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your FREE ticket(s) by clicking here.
Thursday, February 27, 2025 - Show & Tell Whiskey Tasting (6:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.