# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Shared Spirits: Pairing the Hospitality and Bourbon Industries
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Kick off the EKU Scholars Showcase with an exclusive Alumni Spotlight evening dedicated to Kentucky’s most famous export. Join us for a deep dive into the intersection of the Hospitality and Bourbon industries with hospitality expert Jeff Crowe ’18 from Heaven Hill Distillery and EKU adjunct faculty member and bourbon expert Susan Reigler.


The evening begins with a social Happy Hour featuring specially curated hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. The program includes an informal discussion panel with our featured experts and a guided bourbon tasting led by both Jeff and Susan. Susan Reigler will also be available for book signings before and after the event.


Don’t miss this "spirited" conversation in the heart of campus! Space is limited for the tasting portion, so claim your spot today.


Event Details

Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Grand Reading Room | Crabbe Library, EKU Campus
Registration Cost: FREE. Registration is required to ensure adequate seating and tasting supplies. After the first 50 registrants for the tasting, additional guests will be placed on a waitlist for a seat at the tasting portion.

Register here: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/EasternKentuckyUniversity/events/shared-spirits-pairing-the-hospitality-and-bourbon-industries

Gratitude: A big thank you to our campus partners in the College of Education and Applied Human Sciences, EKU Libraries, and Aramark Dining Services for making this event possible.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/shared-spirits-pairing-the-hospitality-and-bourbon-industries/200029810873326
- **Event Categories**: kentucky-derby
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 122

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Richmond
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Eastern Kentucky University Libraries - EKU
- **lat**: 37.740844061415
- **long**: -84.301060502496
- **full address**: Eastern Kentucky University Libraries - EKU, 461 University Dr, Richmond, KY 40475-2420, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Shared Spirits: Pairing the Hospitality and Bourbon Industries being held?
  - **A:** Shared Spirits: Pairing the Hospitality and Bourbon Industries takes place on Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Eastern Kentucky University Libraries - EKU, 461 University Dr, Richmond, KY 40475-2420, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Shared Spirits: Pairing the Hospitality and Bourbon Industries?
  - **A:** Shared Spirits: Pairing the Hospitality and Bourbon Industries is organized by EKU Alumni & Friends.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Shared Spirits: Pairing the Hospitality and Bourbon Industries is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Richmond, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 120+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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