World of Whiskey
Welcome to the World of Whiskey at Hoochenanny, featuring five unique experiences across the space. Under the 8,700-square-foot tent, around 30 national and regional distillers will be on hand to showcase their offerings. It’s the ultimate tasting experience, highlighting both national and New York State distillers.
Five Unique Whiskey Experiences
Rickhouse Rendezvous
Step into a one-of-a-kind experience where distillers from across the Empire State unite to showcase New York’s rich whiskey heritage. Explore interactive exhibits, sip, learn, and immerse yourself in a highly-curated collection of unique expressions that have made New York a signature destination in America’s whiskey culture.
Presented by the New York State Distillers Guild, this Empire State-themed event blends the charm of a turn-of-the-century rickhouse with the allure of a prohibition-era speakeasy. Enjoy interactive sampling and fireside chats designed to deepen your understanding and connection to New York whiskey, bringing the past to life in every pour.
AMerican Whiskey Journey
Journey coast-to-coast to experience the visions of what American whiskey is and can be in the future. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of American’s signature spirit.
Venture through a highly-curated cultivation of unique expressions, to sample and purchase the best whiskeys from Kentucky, Tennessee, Washington, Colorado and many more. Notice the commonalities and differences of each whiskey-producing state. What do you like?
RARITIES BAR
Ever drank a dusty? Ever sipped a limited-edition specialty? The Rarities Bar offers Hoochenanny whiskey fans exclusive access to some truly rare sips. Featuring some of the most sought-after, limited-release expressions from regional and national distillers—including several available only at Hoochenanny—this is the ultimate destination for whiskey enthusiasts looking to discover something extraordinary.
Libations Lounge
A bouquet of craft whiskey cocktail concoctions that tantalize the tongue and invigorate the soul.
Journey through as our veteran mixologists take you through pre-prohibition classics up to modern innovations.
Opportunity for patrons to take a neat sample and mix into a speciality cocktail of their choice, or select from a menu of non-whiskey NYSDG brands (gins, vodkas, etc).
Bourbon Broadcast
Moderated by a nationally-recognized bourbon media personality, join a rotating list of special industry guests, including master distillers, master tasters, blenders, category directors, media personalities and more.
The broadcast will take place in an open-air, high visibility area of the festival where patrons and onlookers can watch and enjoy interviews and lively discussions.
A Tasting Pass or VIP Pass that includes access to the World of Whiskey allows up to 20 tastings per patron. Additional tastings can be purchased on-site during the event.
Featured Whiskeys
