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 5 - Boxing Bear #20 Release Hosted by Demetrius Cain of Nobletons Distilling (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, November 7 - Third Annual Bourbon Artisan Festival Session 1 (10:00 AM - 11:30 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, November 7 - Third Annual Bourbon Artisan Festival Session 2 (11:45 AM - 1:15 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, November 7 - Third Annual Bourbon Artisan Festival Session 3 (1:45 PM - 3:15 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Saturday, November 7 - Third Annual Bourbon Artisan Festival Session 4 (3:30 PM - 5:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Get your ticket(s) by clicking here.
Monday, November 16 - FREE Zoom Event: Behind the Brand with Erik Wolfe (Co-Founder/Distiller) of Stoll & Wolfe Distillery hosted by Colonel Steve Akley (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Online): Get your FREE ticket by clicking here.
Saturday, November 21 - Investment Whiskey New Barrel Launch Party (Vanilla Rum Barrel Finished) hosted by Investment Whiskey Brand Owner Michael Steinkmap (5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Online): Get your FREE ticket by clicking here.
Saturday, November 21 - Investment Whiskey New Barrel Launch Party (Vanilla Rum Barrel Finished) hosted by Investment Whiskey Brand Owner Michael Steinkmap (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Online): Get your FREE ticket by clicking here.
Saturday, November 21 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Monday, November 23 - FREE Zoom Event: Behind the Brand with Peter Katz (President) of Iron City Distillery hosted by Colonel Steve Akley (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Online): Get your FREE ticket by clicking here.
Wednesday, November 25 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM) for the ABV Barrel Shop’s Busiest Bar Night of the Year Celebration (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Tuesday, December 1 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Saturday, December 19 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Saturday, December 26 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Wednesday, January 13 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Wednesday, February 10 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed
Saturday, March 20 - Tales from the Tasting Bar / Colonel Steve is at the ABV Barrel Shop Tasting Bar (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the ABV Barrel Shop): Free Event / No Ticket Needed