ARTFUL PAIRINGS CULINARY SERIES: Scotch – A Tasting in Smoke
They’re back! Join us on Friday, April 10 from 6–8 pm for our first food and spirit tasting of the season, Scotch: A Tasting in Smoke.
Explore Scotch from the inside out in a guided, interactive tasting designed to reveal its core styles and how they work together.
Light fruit, rich cask, coastal spice, and smoky peat are all part of Scottish whisky tradition—each shaped by its environment and culture. Thoughtfully structured and expertly guided, this experience offers a fresh perspective on one of the world’s most iconic spirits.
What You’ll Do:
Taste multiple styles of Scotch across different regions
Compare pours side by side (neat and diluted) to explore aroma, texture, and flavor
Explore pairings that complement or contrast different styles
Participate in group discussions and share tasting observations
What You’ll Learn:
How environment, culture, and production choices shape Scotch’s core styles
How light fruit, rich cask, coastal spice, and smoky peat define and interact within the category
Why blended Scotch dominates the global market and how styles come together
How to identify and describe key tasting components
What You’ll Walk Away With:
A clearer framework for tasting and evaluating Scotch
A better understanding of your personal flavor preferences
A more confident, informed approach to selecting and enjoying Scotch
