As most, if not alllll of you know, mama likes to get her drink ON, and whiskey is my go-to booze of choice. Y’all have seen photos of my dog Jameson on IG right? Well, it’s been a few months now, but I had to post about this year’s sensational Vietnam Whisky & Cocktail Festival, held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, as it was an all OUT “LollapaBOOZA” cocktail extravaganza, full stop!
The event drew upwards of 1K guests, and featured tastings, workshops, and networking opportunities, with 24 booths installed featuring 3 Platinum, 5 Gold, 12 Silver, and 4 luxury brands. Not to mention, an extended tasting hall showcasing luxury whisky & cocktail bars, and lifestyle brands from premium cigar products, gourmet cuisine, luxury fashion, art, and they even had a barber shop installation for those in need of a mid-sip trim. And, to line guests’ bellies, in protection from the beyond copious amount of alcohol consumption, we all enjoyed bites from the omni-present Michelin Selected restaurants’ menu.
“The 2nd ever Vietnam Whisky and Cocktail Festival was a phenomenal success. This year we had over 1000 attendees, over 60 whiskies and cocktails on taste, and a wide variety of masterclasses. We welcomed brands from the USA, to Australia to Japan to Ireland and of course Scotland, to expand consumers understanding of the category and differing taste profiles attributed to each region. This was the lead up event to the next instalment of spirit experiences – the Vietnam Gin Festival on at the Intercontinental Hotel, with tickets on sale in a matter of weeks!” – Kristian Harmston, Group Chief Executive, Alchemy Asia
The Spirits Chamber mission is to promote education, enjoyment and exploration of the wonderful and diverse world of spirits and the many different ways of consuming and enjoying spirits whether neat or in cocktails.
So…. Kristian… I’m on the top of the list this year to judge the Vietnam Gin Festival, yes?! Whatcha say buddy? Just call me! I’m free and ready to DRINK!
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