What is your all-time favorite whiskey experience? If you are an enthusiast you can probably pinpoint either a place, a moment, taste, or an aroma that is still special. I get it, I have traveled to many places around the world and usually end up with a glass of liquid sunshine in hand while making some of the best memories.
However, if you are new to the scene and looking to form an appreciation of spirits distilled from malted grain or just for a top notch experience, a sampling event can be an exciting journey of exploration. Recently, I attended a Whiskey Tasting experience near me that allowed guests to discover the spirit of luxury and adventure. Mohegan Sun, one of the largest, most splendid entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the US, welcomed guests to their 8th Annual Sun Whiskey Union — an evening filled with whiskeys from around the world, delicious bites and live music.
Created with a wide variety for everyone to try-From top of the line whiskey, scotch, bourbon and rye, stands were filled with the spectrum, from low to high. With a glass in hand, guests met distillers and whiskey experts that gave neat pours of bold, complex and discerning flavors while learning more about their styles of whiskey and other libations. With a new generation of whiskey drinkers trading up to premium and ultra-premium spirits, along with longstanding favorites this whiskey tasting event was aged to perfection.
For those craving a step up from neat or on the rocks, unique craft cocktails were shaken, stirred and juggled by mixologists that were definitely Instagram worthy. While many tasting events just offer nibbles of charcuterie, attendees at Sun Whiskey Union were treated to mouthwatering cuisine from Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ and treats from NoRA Cupcake Company as live music lifted spirits.
With a vast array of distilleries including Breckenridge, Jack Daniel’s, Old Forrester, New York Distilling Co. and Uncle Nearest putting whiskey to the taste I am sure when you explore this unique tasting experience as well you will find spirits fit for you.
