Join founder of Barrel Strength Talent Lia Niskanen, in tandem with educational partners The Edinburgh Whisky Academy and the American Single Malt Whiskey Commission, for a two day certification course in American Single Malt Whiskey.This immersive course is the first of it's kind, presenting a unique opportunity for industry professionals, investors, and whiskey enthusiasts to get in on the ground floor of advocacy for this brand new whiskey category. We are proud to partner with our friends at the award winning Kings County Distillery in Brooklyn on April 13 and 14 for this course, allowing candidates to benefit from on site eduction at a working urban distillery. Students will also gain valuable insider knowledge from a roster of industry experts and producers, along with daily participation in mindful sensory evaluation. 

 

We are at the beginning of an entirely new chapter in American whiskey, which preserves the integrity of single malt globally, allows for American innovation, and protects our nation's producers.The benefits of taking these courses in person cannot be overstated. Niskanen is a passionate whiskey advocate and experienced presenter who encourages interaction, and whose goal is to make learning fun and thought provoking.

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Contact us if you need more information or would like to discuss a booking.