Becoming a World Whisk(e)y Culturalist: Whiskey Tours and Tastings

Whiskey aficionados, rejoice! If you're looking to elevate your whiskey knowledge while embarking on an adventure, look no further than a whiskey tour and tasting with a unique company that brings the best of both worlds together. You can do one tasting or you can become a community expert and host your own events, sell more whisk(e)y at your restaurant, bar, or venue, or just enjoy mastering your craft.

Picture this: a journey through the rolling hills of Scotland, the lush landscapes of Ireland, the rugged beauty of the U.S., and the scenic views of Canadian distilleries. With My Whiskey Sherpa, founded by the passionate whiskey educator Lizzie Mack, you can indulge in the finest whiskey tastings and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of whiskey-making regions. What sets My Whiskey Sherpa apart is its commitment to making whiskey education accessible and fun for everyone. Through a blend of wit, humor, and storytelling, the company offers a fresh take on whiskey lore, weaving together both factual insights and fantastical tales that will captivate your imagination. Whether you're a seasoned whiskey connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of bourbon, scotch, and American single malts, My Whiskey Sherpa has something for you. Their events are designed to cater to a diverse audience, from 21-year-old novices to 90-year-old seasoned veterans, creating a welcoming community of like-minded whiskey lovers.

To promote their unique offerings, My Whiskey Sherpa maintains an elegant website complete with event listings, a blog filled with informative articles, and a YouTube channel launching in June 2025 that brings the whiskey experience to life. Through these platforms, you can stay updated on upcoming tours, deepen your whiskey knowledge, and connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for all things whiskey. So why not embark on a whiskey adventure with My Whiskey Sherpa? Expand your palate, broaden your horizons, and toast to new experiences as you delve into the world of whiskey with a company that is as dedicated to education as it is to entertainment. Cheers to unforgettable moments and delightful discoveries that await you on a whiskey tour and tasting with My Whiskey Sherpa.

About the World Whisk(e)y Culturalist Certification:

🥃 “Whiskey Without Borders: A 12-Month Immersive Certification Journey”

The Ultimate Mother's & Father's Day Gift for the Spiritually Curious & Culturally Adventurous

Cost: $500- $1,200

Duration: 12 months

Format: Virtual, Last Thursday of each month + bonus tastings on the 2nd-to-last Thursday in Oct, Nov, Dec

Certification: "World Whisky Culturalist" — a radically designed credential in global whisky mastery

🌍 The Concept

This isn’t just a whiskey course — this is a year-long ritual, an odyssey into the history, mythology, science, rebellion, and ritual of whisky-making across every continent that touches a barrel. It’s the ultimate tribute gift for the parent who raised you right — or the one you are becoming.

We blend rare tastings, live storytelling, and global immersion into a certification experience that turns the casual drinker into a borderless whiskey alchemist.

🧬 What Makes This Worth $5,000+?

🔥 1. Twelve Immersive Global Sessions

Each monthly session is a 90-minute masterclass + guided tasting, covering:

• Peat rituals of Islay

• Samurai precision of Japanese whisky

• Bootleg fire from Appalachia

• Post-colonial pride in Indian single malts

• Nordic ice-aged spirits

• African grain experiments

• And much more
  

This is not just sipping — it’s cultural time travel through taste.

🎁 2. Luxury Tasting Kits Delivered Monthly

• Hand-curated, limited edition whiskies from across the globe

• Paired with regional spices, wood samples, and scent vials to recreate distillery terroir

• Includes custom tasting glassware, journal, and an aroma wheel only available to participants
  

👩‍🏫 3. Certification With Edge

Not a boring badge. This is a World Whisky Culturalist certification — radical, rigorous, and respected. You'll be tested on tasting, storytelling, and cultural context. Completion means you don’t just drink it, you understand it.

🎤 4. Live Access to Global Experts

Each session features surprise pop-ins from:

• Master distillers

• Whisky activists

• Chemists

• People rewriting bourbon history
  

These aren’t YouTube classes. These are fireside conversations with the rebels who define the craft.

🧠 5. Neurosensory & Ritual Integration

We fuse flavor science, mindfulness, and cultural ritual to create monthly moments that connect participants to the spirit of their ancestors, their land, and themselves. This isn’t whiskey for pleasure. It’s whiskey for purpose.

🌟 Why This Is the Ultimate Gift

• For Mothers: Honor her strength, intuition, and fire with a journey that celebrates the feminine in fermentation — from ancient priestesses of Mesopotamia to modern women in whisky.
  

• For Fathers: Celebrate his legacy, knowledge, and warmth with a course that elevates the sacred act of sharing a pour into a lifelong skill and story.
  

🎓 Graduation Ritual (Optional In-Person or Livestreamed)

At the end of 12 months, participants are invited to a digital or physical graduation ritual — part tasting, part ceremony, part global family reunion.

Only 100 spots available per year. This is a commitment to mastery, story, and spirit.Are you ready to drink with purpose?