Philadelphia Bourbon Tasting Events

Whiskey University Instructor

Michael Kutner is also a Whiskey University instructor, teaching the next generation of bourbon masters.

Your clients are tired of the same old events. But how do you help them deliver something new and unexpected?

Michael Kutner specializes in two distinct types of bourbon tasting events in Philadelphia: team building and social events through Distilled Leadership, and bourbon degree courses and programs through Whiskey University. Read on for his Distilled Leadership offerings or click here to skip to Whiskey University below.

Private Bourbon Tasting Events in Philadelphia and Area

Distilled Leadership provides entertaining and engaging private bourbon tasting events throughout the Philadelphia area. Our sessions are informative, yes – but the emphasis is definitely on fun. Bourbon Historian Michael Kutner brings bourbon’s long and sordid history to life in an unforgettable social event that’s like no other.

You’ll learn how the industry, which started in Kentucky’s backwoods, should have folded at least seven times in the past 150 years. In a testament to the American spirit, the bourbon industry beat the odds and is now in its biggest boom ever. Michael is a natural storyteller who weaves together spellbinding tales that will pique everyone’s interest, whether they cared about bourbon before or not.

Oh, and you will all learn proper bourbon tasting techniques along the way, too.

Distilled Leadership’s private bourbon tasting events are flexible and can be tailored to any occasion:

• Corporate events, both for business and for pleasure

• Client appreciation

• Employee appreciation

• Team building and team bonding

• Integrate into a larger event such as a conference or wedding

• Virtual bourbon tastings also available

Michael can incorporate special non-alcoholic drinks for those who do not want to drink, but still want to join in all the fun!

Distilled Leadership can come to you or let us find the perfect location in the Philadelphia area for your bourbon tasting event.

For Philadelphia Event Planners – Bring Your Clients Something New

Event planners across Philadelphia love working with Distilled Leadership and Michael Kutner for several reasons. As distilling techniques are refined, bourbon is quickly becoming the sipping drink of choice across America, making bourbon tasting timely and fashionable. Today it is a refined, classy drink that has made its way from under the bar in speakeasys to the top shelf of the finest whiskey bars.

But Distilled Leadership offers more than your standard bourbon tasting. Bourbon Historian Michael Kutner weaves a strong and entertaining narrative throughout the session. Participants are engaged in the process, from learning the history to learning how to distinguish between different bourbons.

Plus, the sessions are exceedingly flexible. Michael can incorporate your own ideas or mold his performance to your bigger themes such as a gangster speakeasy, Gatsby party, Old West saloon, or anything theme like. Or, you can set up a standalone bourbon tasting corner as one of your event entertainments. With Michael’s affable nature and engaging bartender spirit, he will create a truly remarkable experience that is sure to entertain and delight your client’s guests.

And, since we’re former event planners ourselves, we’re the perfect partner. We know what it takes to plan and execute the perfect event, and we require very little oversight. We’ll take care of the details while you rake in the praise!

See what a bourbon tasting event looks like here.

Outside of Philadelphia: Virtual Bourbon Tasting Across the Country

Distilled Leadership also offers virtual bourbon tastings across the country – or even in the Philadelphia area. Whether you want to bring together people across the country or keep friends and colleagues socially distanced for a casual get-together, we can provide the fun and engaging online experience you’re looking for. We consistently hear from attendees that Distilled Leadership’s virtual bourbon tasting is one of the best events they’ve ever experienced on Zoom!

Certified Whiskey University Instructor

Michael Kutner is an instructor with the Whiskey University for the Philadelphia area and holds the rank of Captain of the Bourbon Brigade. He partners with restaurants, bars, country clubs, lodges, and other venues with bar service to host fun and informative whiskey sessions. Owners and managers love these whiskey classes because Michael:

• Helps them tap into a growing base of whiskey fans — some who will visit their establishment for the very first time

• Offers existing customers a unique experience for their night out

• Helps owners and managers boost sales on slower nights including mid-week

Whiskey University offers nine basic whiskey classes to choose from, all suitable for introducing your customers to the wide world of whiskey. Michael Kutner has a gift for connecting with almost everyone he meets, and has years of experience working with Fortune 100 companies providing training and coaching sessions. His sessions are as entertaining as they are informative. Michael can also give you ideas on how to build on your Whiskey University nights such as appetizer packages, featured speakers, and more.

If you are in the Philadelphia area, find out how Michael’s Whiskey University courses can give you a new — and profitable — event for your slower evenings. Learn more at the Whiskey University website or…

Distilled Leadership is currently looking for more instructors to grow our base in the area. If you’re interested in taking your love of whiskey to the next level and become a certified Whiskey University instructor, please Contact Michael for more information.