News Summary
The Orange County Whiskey Festival is being hosted at Bosscat Kitchen in Irvine, featuring nearly 20 top whiskey brands. Attendees can enjoy unlimited tastings, creative cocktails, and a variety of food options provided by local restaurants. The festival runs from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, offering a vibrant atmosphere with live music and food pairings. General admission tickets are available for $70, with VIP options for early access and special perks. This event is organized to celebrate whiskey and culinary delights in the heart of Orange County.
Irvine, CA – The Orange County Whiskey Festival is set to take place on Wednesday, October 15, at Bosscat Kitchen in Irvine. This open-air event will feature nearly 20 top whiskey brands, offering attendees an opportunity for unlimited whiskey tastings and a selection of creative cocktails.
The festival is scheduled to run from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, providing a lively atmosphere with live music to enhance the experience. Local restaurants will participate by providing a variety of food options throughout the event, ensuring a delightful pairing of culinary offerings with spirits.
Participating distilleries include renowned names such as Angels Envy, Bulleit, Basil Hayden, Castle and Key Distillery, Glendronach, Jack Daniel’s, Blade and Bow, Sazerac, Weller, and E.H. Taylor. These brands will be featured prominently, showcasing a range of whiskeys that attendees can sample.
Food and Entertainment
The food offerings will be catered by Bosscat Kitchen alongside other popular local eateries, such as Baba G, Driftwood Kitchen, Ten Sushi and Cocktail Bar, Miss Mini Donuts, Il Fornaio, Griffin’s of Brea, Stowaway, Ocean and Earth, Farmhouse at Rogers Garden, Public Legacy, The Deck, Mix/Mix, and Malfi Coffee. This diverse selection promises to enhance the whiskey tasting experience with a variety of delicious food pairings.
Tickets and Admission
General admission tickets for the festival are priced at $70, granting entry at 6:00 PM. A limited number of VIP tickets are also available for $95, which include early entry at 5:00 PM, a gift bag, and a gift card to restaurants operated by Daily Dose Hospitality. Tickets are available for purchase via Eventbrite, but attendees must be aged 21 and over to enter.
Event Organization
This exciting event is organized by Leslie Nguyen, co-founder of Bosscat Kitchen and Daily Dose Hospitality, along with Jennifer Wales from Wales Communication. The goal of the festival is to create a high-energy experience that celebrates both whiskey and food in the heart of Orange County.
Location Details
Event attendees can find Bosscat Kitchen at 18169 Von Karman Ave., Irvine. The venue provides a fitting backdrop for this unique event, combining a relaxed atmosphere with the thrill of exploring premium whiskey selections from esteemed distilleries.
With its diverse offerings of whiskey, food, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere, the Orange County Whiskey Festival promises to be an unforgettable event for spirit enthusiasts and culinary lovers alike.
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- OC Register: Orange County Whiskey Festival Coming to Irvine
- Wikipedia: Whiskey
- Orange Coast: Orange Coast Whiskey Festival 2023
- Google Search: Whiskey Festival
- OC Register: San Juan Capistrano Launches New Vintage Wine Walk
- Google Scholar: Whiskey Tasting
- OC Register: Oktoberfest 2025 in Southern California
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Whiskey
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