Watershed Distillery, an Ohio-based producer of spirits, is marking its fifteenth anniversary by reviving its Bourbonfest. This event is scheduled for a single evening in September at the company's Columbus facility.
Bourbonfest is designed to function as a community gathering. The occasion features live musical performances from local artists, food provided by area vendors, and exclusive access to the distillery's limited-release Fall Finishing Series of bourbons. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in guided tastings led by the distillery's staff and purchase rare whiskey selections.
Admission is structured through a tiered ticketing system, with prices ranging from a minimal fee to a premium level, and all tickets for Bourbonfest must be acquired online in advance due to limited availability.
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- Experiential-spirit Festivals
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