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    Tyler-Gomez Basauri
    3 PM

    3 PM – A Whiskey and Its Grains- hosted by Moonshine University’s Tyler Gomez-Basauri

    This forum includes a spirit tasting. Come join us for an in depth class of how each individual grain can greatly effect that spirit that comes off the still. We
    Tyler-Gomez Basauri / Operations Manager at Moonshine University  
    Lew Bryson, Sam Komlenic , Jack Sullivan, John Lipman
    3 PM

    3 PM – The History of Rye Whiskey in Pennsylvania: the Birth of an American Spirit

    Conversational and Discussion Forum with four of Pennsylvania’s most knowledgeable whiskey historians- Lew Bryson, Sam Komlenic, John Lipman, and Jack Sullivan. Pennsylvania was the birthplace of
    Lew Bryson, Sam Komlenic , Jack Sullivan, John Lipman /   
    Rob Cassell
    5 PM

    5 PM – A Modern History of Pennsylvania Distilling with PA Craft Pioneer Rob Cassell

    Rob Cassell began his distilling career in Philadelphia as the first craft distiller in the state of Pennsylvania since Prohibition.  In 2004, he and his uncle founded Philadelphia Distilling
    Rob Cassell / New Liberty Distilling  
    Allison Burns and Michael Foglia
    5 PM

    5 PM – Let’s Get Crafty: The Importance of Innovation at Wigle Whiskey

    Small craft whiskey distilleries are on the rise in the United States. According to Market Watch, in 2003 there were 60 craft distillers compared to 2016 where there

    Allison Burns and Michael Foglia /   
    Riannon Walsh
    6 PM

    SOLD OUT 6 PM – VIP Master Class- “The Sensual Side of Spirits : Developing Your Nosing Skills and Appreciation of the Complexity of Craft.” w/ Riannon Walsh of Brandywine Branch Distillery

    This class is only available to VIP ticket holders. Riannon Walsh is currently Managing Director of Production & Creatives , founding partner and Master Blender at Brandywine Branch Distillery in
    Riannon Walsh /