Whisky Live New York 2009

INTRODUCTION

Whisky Live New York returns to the spectacular Pier Sixty creating a magnificent evening of great whisky, fine food and wonderful entertainment in the heart of New York. Whether, the seasoned whisky lover or novice you can expect to experience an incredible and in-depth insight into the world of whisky drinking and producing. This is your chance to become closer to the industry, taste rare and sought-after whiskies, increase your knowledge and meet the whisky experts!

Tasting Hall

This is where you can taste the whisky from Scotland to Kentucky, mingle with the producers and distillers, independent bottlers and brand ambassadors and meet the stars of the industry! You will witness the Bourbon v Scotch Challenge on stage hosted by Whisky Magazine and to add to the terrific atmosphere, there will be a Bourbon Cocktail Bar where you can enjoy some truly delicious combinations. The sheer range of whisky on show will challenge even the most determined taster; everything from old favourites to unusual finishes and rare bottlings. The very best whiskies of the world all under one roof.
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Whisky Experiences

The Whisky Experience areas are the education and entertainment zones, with themed areas providing sensory experiences such as coopering, whisky blending, cocktails and much, much more. With a dram always on hand the Whisky Experience seeks to educate and entertain those who want to learn a little more about the diversity of this delicious nectar.

Masterclasses

The masterclasses provide a taster of the unique intricacies of the whisky world. These are tutored by renowned experts in the field. Entry to each masterclass costs $20. Tickets will be on sale from March 6, 2009 via this website.

Exhibitors Last Year

Whisky Magazine		Singlemalt.tv
MOET HENNESSY Ardbeg Glenmorangie	SIDNEY FRANK Michael Collins	FOUR ROSES Four Roses
SKYY SPIRITS Suntory Yamazaki Glenrothes Bowmore Tullamore Dew	PERNOD RICARD Wild Turkey Jameson The Glenlivet	DIAGEO Bushmills Johnnie Walker Bulleit Bourbon Lagavulin Oban Singleton Talisker
DEWAR'S	REMY COINTREAU Famous Grouse Highland Park The Macallan	DUNCAN TAYLOR
CHATHAM IMPORTS Mitchers	Park Avenue Liquor	PHOENIX Innis & Gunn
Speyside Distillers	Bunnahabhain	Olde Burnside
Barton Brands	Old Pulteney
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Walkers Highland Oatcakes

FAQs

What is Whisky Live?
Whisky Live is the international celebration of whisky, bringing all the whiskies of the world together under one roof. Whisky Live prides itself on bringing together the finest whiskies, great food and a range of education and entertainment to make learning about whisky both fun and stimulating.

Where is Whisky Live New York?
Pier Sixty is located within the Chelsea Piers Sports and Entertainment Complex, at 23rd Street on the Hudson River. Vehicles may enter the complex from the West Side Highway between 22nd and 23rd Streets in Manhattan.

Arriving by Car
Taxis: To arrive directly at our front door, please instruct your driver to follow all access/parking signs (do not follow taxi drop off). Please instruct your driver to proceed through the parking gate directly to PIER SIXTY, located at the tip of Pier 60. Taxis, cars and limousines are given 20-minutes free access to drop off and pick up passengers.

Public Transport by Bus
The M23 bus crosses Manhattan on West 23rd Street and stops at Pier 62, the front door of Chelsea Piers. From Pier 62 it is a short walk to Pier 60.

The M14 bus crosses Manhattan on 14th Street and stops at West 18th street adjacent to Pier 59. From Pier 59, it is a short walk to PIER SIXTY.

Pedestrian Entrance Directions
Enter pedestrian walkway (Pier 62) – Ruthy’s Bakery and Café is on your left and the Hudson River on your right. Continue on walkway. For PIER SIXTY turn right on Pier 60 and walk to the end of pier for the entrance.

What is a voucher?
A voucher is the event’s currency to enable you to sample. No sample can be tasted without exchanging a number of vouchers. You receive a number of vouchers as part of your entrance ticket, and further vouchers are available at a cost of $2.00 each during the show. You will require between 1 to 3 vouchers for each sample, depending on the age and rarity of the whisky. The principle is that un-aged whiskies or whiskies under 12 years are 1 voucher, and whiskies over 22 years of age are 3 vouchers. The number of vouchers requested for each sample is at the discretion of each exhibitor.