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Whiskey Tasting Classes

Celebrate America's spirit with a series of curated bourbon tasting events hosted by the Bayou & Bottle General Manager, Bardia Ketabi and select brand ambassadors monthly. Reservations are required for these limited-seating experiences that include a welcome cocktail, tastings, and light bites.  


Jack Daniel’s Exclusive Whiskey Tasting | June 12

Join us at Bayou & Bottle, Houston’s premier bourbon and whiskey destination, for a one-of-a-kind tasting experience celebrating the heritage and craftsmanship of Jack Daniel’s—the most iconic name in Tennessee whiskey.

This exclusive masterclass invites guests to explore the depth, character, and evolution of the Jack Daniel’s portfolio in a guided tasting led by a brand ambassador. Your evening begins with a signature welcome cocktail, showcasing the mellow, charcoal-filtered smoothness that defines Jack Daniel’s, followed by a curated flight of premium expressions:

Jack Daniel’s Bottled in Bond

Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select

Jack Daniel’s 10-Year

Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select



E.H. Taylor Exclusive Master Class | July 10

Step into the legacy of one of bourbon’s founding fathers with an exclusive E.H. Taylor Master Class at Bayou & Bottle, Houston’s premier destination for whiskey connoisseurs. This refined tasting experience pays homage to Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr.—a pioneer of bourbon excellence and the namesake behind some of the most meticulously crafted whiskeys in America. 

Led by a brand ambassador, your evening begins with a signature welcome cocktail, inspired by E.H. Taylor’s balance of tradition and bold character. From there, a guided tasting will explore four exceptional expressions, each representing the integrity, depth, and historical significance of the E.H. Taylor line. 

E.H. Taylor Small Batch 

E.H. Taylor Single Barrel 

E.H. Taylor Straight Rye 

E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof


WhistlePig Exclusive Master Class | July 17

Experience the bold spirit and innovative craftsmanship of WhistlePig at an exclusive masterclass hosted at Bayou & Bottle, Houston’s premier destination for whiskey lovers. Known for redefining American rye, WhistlePig’s commitment to farm-to-glass production and progressive aging techniques has positioned it as a trailblazer in modern whiskey making. 

Your evening begins with a signature welcome cocktail, artfully crafted to showcase the distinct spice and character of WhistlePig 6yr rye. From there, embark on a guided tasting through four exceptional expressions, each revealing a different facet of the distillery’s dynamic portfolio:

WhistlePig 10 yr 

Bourbon WhistlePig 10 yr Rye 

WhistlePig 12 yr Rye 

WhistlePig 15 yr Rye



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