presents

Sessions at 1:00 PM, 2:00PM, 3:00 PM,
4:00 PM & 5:00 PM
in the Jean Lafitte Room (3rd floor)
Though the Celts didn't
invent distilling, they did invent whisky. Known as aqua vitae, or the water
of life, whisky distilling has grown from its early days, in the murky
history of the early iron age, to the pinnacle of the distiller's art. What
other distilled drink is so lovingly crafted, aged, and enjoyed? The Great
Southern Whisky and Spirits Expo is a chance for connoisseurs to enjoy their passions,
and for novices to experience, maybe for the first time, the wonderful world
of whisky. From the classic Scottish Single Malt, to the bold flavors
of Irish Whiskey and even to new distilleries in
Wales or Brittany, there is a wonderful, adventure waiting for those who
take the journey.
The Great
Southern Whisky and Spirits Expo will host sampling of the best distilled spirits
from around the Celtic World and the Old South. Single Malt Whisky and
blended whisky from Scotland, Ireland, the USA, France and more; Irish
Whiskeys, Kentucky Bourbons, Cognacs and other fine dark distilled
spirits will fill booths after booth in the Tasting pavilion! Taste,
Learn and have one of the happiest days possible!!
Each booth
will be manned by knowledgeable experts including master
distillers/blenders, distillery owners and specialists. Education is key
at the Expo which premiers as the first grand tasting event in the
American South/Southwest and is sister to the world famous Whiskies of
the World Expo held annually in San Francisco.
Don't miss
this exciting event which proudly becomes part of the Celtic Nations
Heritage Festival this year and opens its door on the second day of the
Festival, October 14th, 2006 from 1- 6 pm.