Whiskey Crusaders
We are the Whiskey Crusaders! We review whiskies from around the world such as Bourbon, Scotch, Rye, Japanese, American, Irish, Canadian, Taiwanese, Indian and many others. We give nosing and tasting notes so that when you are on the whiskey aisle you can make an informed decision. This will help you to know the flavor profiles you enjoy so that you can explore new whiskies and join us on our crusade to share and visit as many whiskies as possible. We will be going on whiskey crusades to distilleries to meet the actual people who make the magic that all of us enjoy so much and to interview people in the industry to share their passion for whiskey with us.
Whiskey Crusaders
Whiskey Crusaders Presents
A Masterclass & Dinner with Co-Founder Jason Johnstone-Yellin
Join the Whiskey Crusaders for an unforgettable evening on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM, featuring a guided masterclass and curated dinner with co-founder Jason Johnstone-Yellin. Since its inception in 2011, Single Cask Nation has been at the forefront of independent bottling in the U.S., offering rare and exclusive whiskies, including some of the finest Scotch and American whiskies available. Josh joined us last year and now we will be exploring new expressions with Jason.
This masterclass is perfect for whiskey enthusiasts of all levels — from curious beginners to seasoned connoisseurs.
Featured Evening Expressions
Welcome Cocktail
Single Cask Nation North British 14 Year Single Grain Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Glen Moray 12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Lochranza (Isle of Arran) 9 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Ruadh Morh 14 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Caol Ila 12 Year Oloroso Cask (170753) Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Williamson 9 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Cambus 36 Year Single Grain Scotch Whisky
Single Cask Nation Surprise Expression
Single Cask Nation Surprise Expression
Single Cask Nation Surprise Expression
Dinner menu TBD
Tickets are $75 per person available at the link below.
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Whiskey Crusaders
Whiskey Crusaders Presents
An Exclusive Masterclass & Dinner with Co-Founder Ty Phelps
Join the Whiskey Crusaders for an unforgettable evening on
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM, featuring a guided masterclass and curated dinner with the co-founder of Andalusia Whiskey Co..
Founded in 2016, Ty Phelps and Tommy Erwin — former head microbiologist and head brewer at Real Ale Brewing — combined their expertise to create one of America’s finest American single malts. Inspired by the rugged beauty of Andalucía in southern Spain and its striking resemblance to the Texas Hill Country, Andalusia Whiskey Co. crafts exceptional grain-to-glass whiskies using traditional copper pot stills.
This masterclass is perfect for whiskey enthusiasts of all levels — from curious beginners to seasoned connoisseurs.
 Featured Evening Expressions
Welcome Cocktail – Andalusia Manhattan
Andalusia Triple-Distilled American Single Malt (100 Proof)
Andalusia Bottled-in-Bond American Single Malt (100 Proof)
Andalusia 6.25-Year Cask Strength American Single Malt (132 Proof)
Andalusia Madeira Cask Stryker American Single Malt (116 Proof)
Andalusia Cigar Malt American Single Malt (118 Proof)
Andalusia Surprise Expression
Andalusia Surprise Expression
Each guest will receive a gift bag filled with exclusive Andalusia swag.
Dinner Menu
Southwest Salad
Crisp mixed greens tossed with fresh vegetables and bold Southwest flavors
Fajita Choice of grilled Carne Asada or Chicken, served sizzling with warm flour tortillas
Sides
Traditional Mexican Rice and Refried Beans
Accompaniments
Fresh Guacamole with House-Made Tortilla Chips
Pico de Gallo, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, and Sour Cream
Dessert
Sopapilla Cheesecake – a sweet, creamy finish with a hint of cinnamon
To attend this one day only masterclass get your tickets at
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Do you hate taxes as much as we do? We sure do—so we’re slashing prices on Ballykeefe and Coole Swan by 20% to celebrate the end of tax season! The Irish have hated taxes for centuries… They even invented their own style of whiskey just to pay less of them. So if you’re not a whiskey fan but you love gin, vodka, or incredible cream liqueurs, this is the event for you. We’re throwing a very special Ballykeefe & Coole Swan Masterclass Dinner on Tuesday, April 28th, and we’re going all out:
The founders of both Ballykeefe Distillery and Coole Swan in the same room (a rare treat!)
Four distillery-exclusive spirits you can’t get anywhere else — and they’re not whiskey
A full Irish dinner + welcome cocktail
9 expressions total, including two beautiful Irish whiskies that tell the rebellious story of Irish tax defiance
Whether you’re a whiskey lover or you usually stick to gin, vodka, or creamy Irish liqueur, this night has something for everyone. Bring your friends who “don’t do whiskey” — they’re going to leave as converts.
Tickets are just $60 per person and include everything above. Only available at Whiskey Castle — one night only.
 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
 Full Irish dinner |
 9 expressions (4 distillery exclusives)
 Grab your tickets here:
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Let’s raise a glass to beating the taxman the Irish way — with great spirits and even better company.
See you on the 28th at the Whiskey Castle
#irishwhiskey #ballykeefedistillery #irishgin #irishcream #whiskey
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Whiskey Crusaders
Whiskey Crusaders Presents
An Exclusive Masterclass & Dinner with Master Distiller Donnis Todd
Join the Whiskey Crusaders for an unforgettable evening on
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM, featuring a guided masterclass and curated dinner with master distiller Donnis Todd. Garrison Brothers was founded in 2006 and released the first bourbon in Texas since prohibition in 2008. They have been at the forefront of the Texas Whiskey industry and leading the charge to have Texas whiskey available in all 50 states.
This masterclass is perfect for whiskey enthusiasts of all levels — from curious beginners to seasoned connoisseurs.
🥃 Featured Evening Expressions
Welcome Cocktail
Garrison Brothers Small Batch Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Garrison Brothers Honey Dew Honey-Infused Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Garrison Brothers Single Barrel Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Garrison Brothers Bottled In Bond Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Garrison Brothers Surprise Expression
Garrison Brothers Surprise Expression
Dinner Menu: BBQ dinner menu to be announced
Tickets are going to be very limited for this special evening to only 35 people.
Tickets are $75 per person at the link below.
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Whiskey Crusaders
Whiskey Crusaders Presents
An Exclusive Masterclass & Dinner with Ballykeefe & Coole Swan
Join the Whiskey Crusaders for an unforgettable evening on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM, featuring a guided masterclass and curated dinner with the one of our favorite distilleries and back by popular demand Ballykeefe along with founder of Coole Swan Irish Cream Liqueur Mary Sadlier. These are the gins and vodkas that made the Whiskey Crusaders love both of these products along with their whiskies. This is the class you bring your significant other to who doesn't like whiskey. We are also having four distillery exclusives brought in specifically for this special one night only Masterclass from Ireland for this event.
This masterclass is perfect for whiskey enthusiasts of all levels — from curious beginners to seasoned connoisseurs.
🥃 Featured Expressions
Welcome Cocktail –
Ballykeefe Six Times Pot Distilled Irish Potato Vodka
Ballykeefe Extra Dry Vapor Infused Irish Gin
Ballykeefe Single Estate Triple Distilled Irish Single Malt Whiskey
Ballykeefe Single Estate Triple Distilled Irish Single Pot Still Whiskey
Ballykeefe Distillery Exclusive Super Premium Triple Distilled Irish Poitin
Ballykeefe Distillery Exclusive Limited Edition Sloe Gin
Ballykeefe Distillery Exclusive Limited Edition Irish Moonshine with Exotic Spices
Ballykeefe Distillery Exclusive Limited Edition Lady Desart Gin
Coole Swan Irish Cream Liqueur
Dinner Menu
Charcuterie with Welcome Drink
Green Salad
Tattie Soup ( Potato/ Onion) w/ Bread
Shepards Pie with Lamb
Chicken and Leeks Pie
Butter Chicken with Jasmine Rice with Naan
Dessert
Chocolate Mousse Cups served with the Irish Cream Liqueur
Irish Shortbread Cookies
Tickets are $75 a person at the link below.
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#ballykeefe #cooleswan #irishwhiskey #irishcream #gin #vodka #singlemalt #irishsinglemalt #irishsinglepotstill #singlepotstill #poitin #sloegin #whiskey #whisky #bestgin #whiskeyevent #ginevent #distilleryonly #castle #bourbon #whiskeycrusaders #whiskeycrusaderswhiskeycastle #irishgin #irishvodka #potatovokda #irishfood
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Whiskey Crusaders
Whiskey Crusaders Presents
An Exclusive Masterclass & Dinner with Co-Founder Ty Phelps
Join the Whiskey Crusaders for an unforgettable evening on
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM, featuring a guided masterclass and curated dinner with the co-founder of Andalusia Whiskey Co..
Founded in 2016, Ty Phelps and Tommy Erwin — former head microbiologist and head brewer at Real Ale Brewing — combined their expertise to create one of America’s finest American single malts. Inspired by the rugged beauty of Andalucía in southern Spain and its striking resemblance to the Texas Hill Country, Andalusia Whiskey Co. crafts exceptional grain-to-glass whiskies using traditional copper pot stills.
This masterclass is perfect for whiskey enthusiasts of all levels — from curious beginners to seasoned connoisseurs.
🥃 Featured Evening Expressions
Welcome Cocktail – Andalusia Manhattan
Andalusia Triple-Distilled American Single Malt (100 Proof)
Andalusia Bottled-in-Bond American Single Malt (100 Proof)
Andalusia 6.25-Year Cask Strength American Single Malt (132 Proof)
Andalusia Madeira Cask Stryker American Single Malt (116 Proof)
Andalusia Cigar Malt American Single Malt (118 Proof)
Andalusia Surprise Expression
Andalusia Surprise Expression
Each guest will receive a gift bag filled with exclusive Andalusia swag.
Dinner Menu: To be announced
Tickets are $75 per person at the link below.
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#andalusiawhiskey #andaluisasinglmalt #texas #texaswhiskey #andalusiawhiskeyco #whiskey #whisky #singlemalt #americansinglemalt #bourbon #castle #whiskeyeducation #whiskeyevent #whiskeycrusaderswhiskeycastle #whiskeycastle #whiskeycrusaders
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Whiskey Crusaders
This is an extremely limited seating masterclass so buy your tickets while they remain.
We have updated the expression list with us adding the 12 Year and 18 year. Join us for an amazing evening of learning from Stephen Wilson the National Brand Ambassador and Director of Education for Crown Royal. Come learn how Crown Royal is made and about its history of why it was created. Create your own Crown Royal from the 5 base components whiskies that are being specially brought in for this event only. Enjoy a traditional Canadian Dinner to go along with this exciting masterclass taught by one of the best in the industry.
For more details and to purchase tickets see the link below.
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Whiskey Crusaders
Come celebrate the 2 Year Anniversary of the Whiskey Crusaders Whiskey Castle in Hurst, Texas. This will be a masterclass and dinner with Elixir Distilleries which is a tale of two islands and some independent bottlings. We will also have some other special bottles on hand for the evening to celebrate. For tickets to this magical evening click the link below.
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We look forward to you celebrating with us. Cheers
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Join the Whiskey Crusaders on Tuesday March 31, 2026 at 7pm for a Masterclass & Dinner with Crown Royal National Brand Ambassador and Director of Whisky Engagement Stephen Wilson presenting Behind the Blend. This a blending class to teach you how to make your own Crown Royal by combing multiple components that will be brought in that evening of individual whiskies to create the classic blend as well as other Crown Royal Blends. This will be followed up by a tasting of Crown Royal Expressions. This class is suitable for all levels of whisky experience from beginner to advanced.
Expressions for the evening include:
Welcome Cocktail
Blending Class Components
Crown Royal Deluxe Canadian Whisky
Crown Royal XO Canadian Whisky
Surprise Crown Royal Canadian Whisky
Surprise Crown Royal Canadian Whisky
Dinner Menu
Canadian Cream Soda
The Great Canadian Salad with Apple Cider and Maple Vinaigrette
Brie & Raspberry Egg Rolls / Cheddar Cheese Tarts
Ginger Beef and White Rice
Poutine Fry Bar -Top with Cheese Curds/ Gravy/ Sausage/ Green Onion/ Mushrooms
A&W Bacon & Cheddar Slider with Teen Sauce
Nanaimo Bars
Butter Tarts
Tickets are $85 per person but if you have been to another event in March message me for a combo code to this one. See link below.
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#crownroyal #cr #canadianwhisky #canada #whisky #whiskey #crownroyaldeluxe #crown #crownblending #bourbon #whiskeyblending #whiskeyevent #whiskeyclass #rarewhisky #castle #whiskeycrusaders #whiskeycrusaderswhiskeycastle #topshelfwhisky #crownanddown #blending #bestcanadianwhisky #crownroyaltexas @ladiesthatcater @noctisliquor @liquorlibrary
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Join the Whiskey Crusaders on Friday March 27, 2026 at 7pm for a Masterclass & Dinner with Elixir Distillers Founder Sukhinder Singh and International Sales Manager Freddie Lawrence presenting Port Askaig Single Malt Scotch, Elements of Islay Blended Malt Scotch, and Black Tot Rum. Elixir Distillers owns multiple different brands along with the Whiskey Exchange in London which is one the most important and largest online and retail liquor stores in the world. What begin with Sukhinder collecting mini bottles turned into one the largest collections of whisky in the world. This will be the first person to visit the castle that even has more whiskey than the castle. This class is suitable for all levels of whisky experience from beginner to advanced.
Expressions for the evening include:
Welcome Cocktail
Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum
Black Tot Historic Solera Rum
Elements of Islay Bourbon Cask Blended Malt Scotch
Elements of Islay Sherry Cask Blended Malt Scotch
Port Askaig 8 Years Old Single Malt Scotch
Port Askaig 17 Years Old Single Malt Scotch
Elixir Single Malts of Scotland Portfolio:
Aultmore 12 Year Refill Bourbon Barrel Small Batch Single Malt Scotch
Highland Park 12 Year Sherry Butt Small Batch Single Malt Scotch
Deanston 17 Year Bourbon Barrel Single Cask Single Malt Scotch
Glen Elgin 18 Year Sherry Hogshead Single Cask Single Malt Scotch
Dinner Menu
Non Alcoholic Rum Punch
Caribbean Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
Coconut Shrimp / Crab Rangoons with Chili Sauce
Grilled Fish Tacos with Slaw
Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp, Crab, Langostino, Asparagus & Shallots in a Cream Sauce
Angel Hair Pasta with Cream Sauce
Fresh Fruit with Pound Cake and Whipped Cream
Tickets are $85 per person at the link below.
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