06/22/2026
We are launching The Global Single Malt Whisk(e)ySymposium at Tales of the Cocktail with Noah Rothbaum!
Step into the world of Single Malt Whisk(e)y for a one-of-a-kind gathering that brings together producers, experts, and curious palates from across the globe. From Scotland and Ireland to Japan and the United States, this immersive Symposium celebrates the makers redefining one of the most exciting categories in spirits today.
This two-hour experience is produced by Dandelion BevEd and hosted by award-winning and 2026 Spirited Award-nominated author Noah Rothbaum, featuring walk-around tastings, lively roundtable conversations, and the chance to explore a remarkable range of styles, traditions, and innovations in single malt. Guests will taste exceptional whiskies, hear directly from the people behind them, and gain deeper insight into the craft, culture, and future of the category.
Not-to-be-missed panel discussions!
Panel 1:
Mark Stell - Bird Creek
Sebastien Derbomez - Glenfiddich
Ewan Morgan - Lagavulin & Oban
Erika. Solorzano - Glengoyne
Justin Aden - Stranahan’s
Panel 2:
Caitlin Bartlemay - McCarthy’s
Brett Bayly - The Balvenie
Simon Brooking - Laphroig
Owen Gallagher - The Glenlivet
James Bowker - Yamazaki
More than a tasting, this is a moment to break down the barriers and come together in shared celebration of one of the oldest - and newest - spirits categories in human history. As single malt continues to evolve around the world, this Symposium offers a rare chance to experience how competing producers collectively elevate the category, inspire new conversations, and shape what comes next.
Whether you’re a bartender, buyer, writer, educator, or devoted whiskey lover, the Global Single Malt Whisk(e)y Symposium promises discovery, connection, and a global perspective on the spirit everyone will be talking about.
Step into the world of Single Malt Whisk(e)y for a one-of-a-kind gathering that brings together producers, experts, and curious palates from across the globe. From Scotland and Ireland to Japan and the United States, this immersive Symposium celebrates the makers redefining one of the most exciting categories in spirits today.
