17NINETYEIGHT - BILLY VALADEZ

"BITTER & BOLD: Chicago's Cocktail Revolution

presented by 17NINETYEIGHT

Step into Sakura Speakeasy's boldest night as 17NINETYEIGHT showcases Chicago's most daring mixologist. Billy Valadez Rogers Park's self-taught innovator behind the legendary Malört-Jäegermeister fusion brings his mastery of Chicago's most notorious spirit to an unforgettable evening of boundary-pushing cocktails.

TICKET OPTIONS:

$25 - 🥃 STANDARD : REBEL EXPERIENCE

• Entry to the event

• 1 Signature Malört cocktail

• Tasting experience

• Access to demonstrations

$44 - 🍸 PREMIUM : ARTISAN COLLECTION

• Entry to the event

• 2 Signature Malört cocktails

• Tasting experience

• Access to demonstrations

• Katsu Bun featuring Magnus Boar

• Reserved seating

$60 - 🌟 VIP : MASTER'S CIRCLE

• Entry to the event

• 3 Signature Malört cocktails

• Extended tasting experience

• Access to demonstrations

• Katsu Bun featuring Magnus Boar

• Priority seating

• Meet & Greet with Billy Valadez

• Exclusive cocktail recipe card

CHECK-IN PROCESS:

1. Present digital Eventbrite ticket at the door
2. Show valid photo ID (21+ event)
3. Receive drink tickets based on your package level
4. Premium & VIP guests will receive food tickets
5. VIP guests receive exclusive access pass

Join us as Billy transforms Chicago's most notorious spirit into unexpected masterpieces. From teenage busser to mixology revolutionary his decade-plus journey embodies true Chicago grit – and every cocktail tells that story.

❗ IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Must be 21+ with valid ID

• Digital tickets only

• Tickets are non-transferable

• Drink tickets distributed at check-in

Limited space available for this groundbreaking event."

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