Spirited Sermons

Reverend JW Simpson is pleased to announce a new autumn series of informative, interactive and irreverent Spirited Sermons master-classes.

On Tuesday 25th November, we will look at Japanese Whisky. Many people do not realise that the Japanese produce their own single malt and blended whiskies. In fact, Japan is the world’s third largest producer of whisky behind the Scots and the Americans. In the past few years Japanese whiskies have continued to garner critical acclaim in the West, winning top awards in international competitions. The diversity and innovation to be found in Japanese distilleries may be one of the contributing factors to their recent high profile in the global arena. Try this fine whisky on its own or in a highball and experiment with flavours and textures to create your own bespoke cocktail.

Throughout the evening, the host will join guests at their table to examine the chosen spirit, offering fascinating facts and amusing anecdotes about its history and production, whilst Rev JW Simpson’s experienced cocktail bartenders demonstrate how use the spirit’s unique flavours to create beautiful, delicate and delicious concoctions. Guests will then have the opportunity to use their newly learnt skills to shake and stir their own cocktail at the pop up bar.