Join us for a weekend of world-class drams, unforgettable tastings, and whisky as you’ve never experienced it before during Glasgow Cocktail Week. The Whisky Weekender brings together some of the most iconic names in the game, led by the industry’s finest.

Forget the usual whisky festival—this is a vibrant, hands-on celebration of whisky in a fresh, dynamic light. Think laid-back brunches with breakfast drams and whisky Bloody Marys, headliner tastings, trad tunes spilling out the door, cocktail sessions that get hands stirring, and DJs and live music taking us through ’til late.

Saturday, 27th September

Session 1 – Whisky Brunch with Highland Park – Kick off the weekend in style with a Highland Park whisky brunch. Enjoy a welcome cocktail or dram on arrival, followed by three exclusive Highland Park pours, perfectly paired with food. Expect warm vibes, great whisky, and live music to ease you into the day.

• Time: 11am – 1pm
• Ticket: £25

What you get:

• Highland Park Cocktail or Dram on arrival 
• Three exclusive drams from Highland Park
• Food pairing
• Live music

Session 2 – Finishing School with Glenallachie & Glenmorangie } Dive into the art of the cask with two legends of whisky innovation. This session explores exceptional finishes—from port and sherry to more unexpected casks—through six exclusive drams from GlenAllachie and Glenmorangie. Includes a welcome dram on arrival, flavour-packed storytelling, and live music to set the perfect Saturday mood.

• Time: 1.30pm – 4pm
• Ticket: £25

What you get:

• Six exclusive whiskies with exquisite cask finishes
• Live music

Session 3 – The Peat Elite with Octomore & Ardbeg } Step into the smoke. This session is a deep dive into the boldest corners of the whisky world, guided by two peated powerhouses—Octomore and Ardbeg. Explore six exclusive drams that showcase the intensity, complexity, and beauty of smoke in all its forms. With a drink on arrival, live music throughout, and flavour turned all the way up, this one’s for the true peat lovers.

• Time: 4.30pm – 7pm
• Tickets: £25

What you get:

• Six exclusive drams
• Live Music 

Headliner Session – Ardbeg & Glenmorangie “Dusk til Dawn” } Join us for an unforgettable evening exploring two iconic whiskies — from the smoky intensity of Ardbeg at dusk to the smooth elegance of Glenmorangie at dawn. Experience bold peat and intense notes in an exclusive tasting, with live music and snacks to keep the night alive. Perfect for whisky lovers of all levels!

• Time: 7.30pm – Close
• Tickets: £25

What you get:

• Exclusive tasting of three drams
• Keynote speaker
• Live music
• Snacks