# Event Details - **Event Name**: Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Calling all whiskey and tequila connoisseurs… Are you ready to embark on the ultimate tasting experience?About this EventWatch Video For Savings 👀 ! 👇https://youtu.be/BxLEMU9aAzYA Prestige Spirits Experience: Tequila vs. WhiskeyCalling all whiskey and tequila connoisseurs… Are you ready to indulge in the finest spirits? Experience a curated selection of top-shelf tequila and whiskey, each bottle retailing at $70+, in a one-of-a-kind tasting event.An Exclusive Tasting of Top-Shelf Bottles – Limited to Just 199 GuestsWant to attend for free? Our latest feature, Social Boost, allows you to share and earn free tickets to events. https://share.tastingfestivals.com/promote/dbe218b2-4b5c-4ad9-a66d-710faa7a931dAn Elite Tasting Experience Awaits:🥃 Indulge in Excellence – Sample 20+ premium tequila and whiskey brands, from small-batch gems to world-class favorites.🧠 Expert-Led Tastings – Learn from brand ambassadors and master distillers as they guide you through the rich flavors and heritage of each pour.💰 A True VIP Experience – Enjoy exclusive food & drink specials curated to complement your tasting journey.🎶 Sophisticated Sounds – Immerse yourself in an upscale atmosphere with a live DJ setting the perfect vibe.🎟️ Exclusive Giveaways – Win tickets to future high-end tasting events and continue your spirits adventure.🌍 Sip for a Cause – 100% of proceeds from extra tasting cups support Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation.Exclusive Perks for the True Connoisseur🥃 Elite Spirits Assurance: Life happens, but missing this event doesn’t mean missing out. If you can’t attend, we’ll grant you a VIP credit valid for up to 1 year, so you can experience another top-tier tequila or whiskey tasting at your convenience.📲 Concierge-Level Event Support: Your tequila & whiskey wristband includes direct text support for seamless navigation. Whether you need recommendations, event details, or assistance, our team is just a message away—because VIPs deserve VIP service.💰 Over $100 in Exclusive After-Event Perks: The experience doesn’t end with the last sip. Our handpicked luxury partners are offering hundreds of dollars in premium perks to elevate your lifestyle beyond the tasting room. Expect an exclusive email post-event with all the details.This is not your average tasting—this is an elevated spirits experience designed for those true spirits enthusiasts. Will you answer the call?Check In Location: TBANow, the real question is… Will tequila’s bold, agave intensity or whiskey’s rich, oaky depths reign supreme?reign supreme? Your taste buds decide in this ultimate showdown!🎟️Ticket Options2:30PM VIP Ticket With Food3.5 hours of tasting (first to enter, no lines, limited attendance)25 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cupBuffet style bites from 2:30-4:00PMFood & drink specials3:00PM VIP Ticket With Food3 hours of tasting25 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cupBuffet style bites from 3:00-4:00PMFood & drink specials4:00PM General Admission Ticket- No Food2 hours of tasting15 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cupTasting only. No food includedFood & drink specials4:30PM General Admission Ticket- No Food1.5 hours of tasting15 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cupTasting only. No food includedFood & drink specials5:00PM Sample Ticket- No Food1 hour of tasting7 tasting cups- .25 oz pour per cupTasting only. No food includedFood & drink specialsInterested in showcasing your tequila or whiskey brand or business at the event? Message us at connect@besocialscene.com 👉Partnering Brands- (This List May Change Due to Availability)List of brands (more coming soon) -Blaum BrothersRed Dawn BourbonBourbonRyeWheat WhiskeyCedar Ridge DistilleryThe QuintEssential Special Release - Wine Club, First Meeting**The QuintEssential Special Release - Number Five**Cedar Ridge Original 86 Straight BourbonCedar Ridge Bottled in Bond BourbonCedar Ridge Barrel Proof BourbonCedar Ridge Double Barrel BourbonThe QuintEssential Solera Edition - American Single MaltDon Abel & Rene DistributionSalvadores Mezcal EspadinGreat Lakes Premium SpiritsSpirit of The Great Lakes Tequila - Añejo - Temporarily Sold Out (We Get To Sample!)**Spirit of The Great Lakes Tequila - BlancoSpirit of The Great Lakes Tequila - ReposadoEL Nacimiento TequilaEl Nacimiento Anejo TequilaEl Nacimiento Blanco TequilaEl Nacimiento Reposado TequilaLa Crosse Distilling CompanyBuck Dancer Cask Strength Port Finish**Fieldnotes Light WhiskeyFieldnotes 5 Year Maple Finish Light WhiskeyDowntown Toodeloo Rock and Rye WhiskeyHeady Bella Coffee WhiskeyRobber's Rye WhiskeyBuck Dancer 95 ProofBuck Dancer Cask StrengthPatriarch XOPatriarch XO- 100 Proof 4 Yr Legacy Crafted Wheated BourbonRenard Blended WhiskeyRenard Blended WhiskeyStoller ImportsAdictivo Small Batch Whiskey**Adictivo Extra Anejo**Adictivo Small Batch**Cava de Oro Extra Anejo**Bandido De AmoresPlataReposadoAnejoCristalinoExtra AnejoAdictivoPlataReposadoAnejoCava de OroPlataReposadoAnejoRose GoldTeam Enterprises / Bacardi USAAberfeldy 18yr Tuscan Bolgheri**Teeling Wonders of Wood Virgin Swedish Oak**Aberfeldy 16yr Bourbon/Sherry CaskAberfeldy 15yr Bolgheri CaskAberfeldy 12yr Bourbon CaskTeeling Small BatchTeelingSingle GrainTeeling Single Malthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5IVuQtj7AM - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/just-announced-2026-chicago-top-shelf-tequila-and-whiskey-tasting-festival-sept-26/100001353028266969 - **Event Categories**: festivals, nonprofit, workshops, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: Downtown Chicago - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 10.09, max: 90.64, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Downtown Chicago - **lat**: 41.8756719 - **long**: -87.62434689999999 - **full address**: Downtown Chicago, Downtown, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a07b532cc36a97c600b216183ceb632bbcd0e3734c57d593c99030ddb00e7e21-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1d1109-gmir.jpg?v=1758874396 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26) being held? - **A:** Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26) takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 02:30 pm to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Downtown Chicago, Downtown, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26)? - **A:** Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26) is organized by Tequila + Whiskey Tastings Hosted by Social Scene. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Just Announced - 2026 Chicago Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival (Sept 26) is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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