The Water Of Life - Whisky Tasting
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The Water Of Life - Whisky Tasting

When

Friday, 5 June 2026, 19:00 – 21:00

Blackfriars

Friars Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4XN

Time

19:00 – 21:00

Price guide

£38.50

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The Water of Life’ was the name given to whisky by monks in the middle ages but this introduction to Scotland’s famous export is bang up-to-date. Enjoy a selection of whiskies from both Robert the Bruce’s homeland as well as a few curveballs from far-flung distilleries around the world. Learn how to decipher a label to give you a better understanding of what’s inside the bottle, the basics of how whisky is made, Scotland’s main regions, it’s fascinating history and of course why your wee dram tastes the way it does! Slàinte mhath! WHERE: Tasting Room TIMES: 6-8pm COST: £38.50 including a small beer on arrival and 6 samples of the golden nectar plus snacks. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. DINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. BLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW! Please note; if it shows no online availability, the event is sold out.

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