Just Announced - Chicago - Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival - September 26 F

Start: Saturday, September 26, 2026 2:30PM
End: Saturday, September 26, 2026 6:00PM

Special Perks from TastingFestivals.com HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-announced-chicago-top-shelf-tequila-and-whiskey-tasting-festival-september-26-tickets-1353028266969?aff=festivals&discount=3rd30 

Calling all whiskey and tequila connoisseurs… Are you ready to indulge in the finest spirits? Experience a curated selection of top-shelf tequila and whiskey, each bottle retailing at $70+, in a one-of-a-kind tasting event.

An Exclusive Tasting of Top-Shelf Bottles – Limited to Just 199 Guests

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An Elite Tasting Experience Awaits:

?? Indulge in Excellence – Sample 20+ premium tequila and whiskey brands, from small-batch gems to world-class favorites.

?? Expert-Led Tastings – Learn from brand ambassadors and master distillers as they guide you through the rich flavors and heritage of each pour.

?? A True VIP Experience – Enjoy exclusive food & drink specials curated to complement your tasting journey.

?? Sophisticated Sounds – Immerse yourself in an upscale atmosphere with a live DJ setting the perfect vibe.

??? Exclusive Giveaways – Win tickets to future high-end tasting events and continue your spirits adventure.

?? Sip for a Cause – 100% of proceeds from extra tasting cups support Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.

Exclusive Perks for the True Connoisseur

?? Elite Spirits Assurance: Life happens, but missing this event doesn’t mean missing out. If you can’t attend, we’ll grant you a VIP credit valid for up to 1 year, so you can experience another top-tier tequila or whiskey tasting at your convenience.

?? Concierge-Level Event Support: Your tequila & whiskey wristband includes direct text support for seamless navigation. Whether you need recommendations, event details, or assistance, our team is just a message away—because VIPs deserve VIP service.

?? Over $100 in Exclusive After-Event Perks: The experience doesn’t end with the last sip. Our handpicked luxury partners are offering hundreds of dollars in premium perks to elevate your lifestyle beyond the tasting room. Expect an exclusive email post-event with all the details.

This is not your average tasting—this is an elevated spirits experience designed for those true spirits enthusiasts. Will you answer the call?

Check In Location: TBA

Now, the real question is… Will tequila’s bold, agave intensity or whiskey’s rich, oaky depths reign supreme?reign supreme? Your taste buds decide in this ultimate showdown!

???Ticket Options

2:30PM VIP Ticket With Food

• 3.5 hours of tasting (first to enter, no lines, limited attendance)

• 25 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cup

• Buffet style bites from 2:30-4:00PM

• Food & drink specials
  
  

3:00PM VIP Ticket With Food

• 3 hours of tasting

• 25 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cup

• Buffet style bites from 3:00-4:00PM

• Food & drink specials

4:00PM General Admission Ticket- No Food

• 2 hours of tasting

• 15 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cup

• Tasting only. No food included

• Food & drink specials

4:30PM General Admission Ticket- No Food

• 1.5 hours of tasting

• 15 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cup

• Tasting only. No food included

• Food & drink specials

5:00PM Sample Ticket- No Food

• 1 hour of tasting

• 7 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cup

• Tasting only. No food included

• Food & drink specials

Interested in showcasing your tequila or whiskey brand or business at the event? Message us at connect@besocialscene.com ??

2026 Brands

El Nacimiento Tequila

Ultra-premium, 100% organic agave.

Spirit of the Great Lakes Tequila

Barrel-aged reposados.

Stoller Imports (Partida Family)

Top-shelf, extra-mature agave.

Salvadores Mezcal

Small-batch Oaxacan smoke.

Pink Palm Tequila

Luxe, tropical agave.

J. Rieger & Co

Historic 1887 Kansas City distillery, pre-Prohibition revival.

Blaum Brothers Distilling

Galena, Illinois craft.

Cedar Ridge Distillery

Iowa's oldest since Prohibition.

Team Enterprises / Bacardi

Aberfeldy and Teeling.

Renard Whiskey

Chicago blended whiskey.

Hunch Punch

Award-winning ready-to-drink cocktails.

La Crosse Distilling Co.

Small-batch organic.

Patriarch XO

Triple-distilled wheated bourbon.