REGISTRATION
Register for the Workshop, Tour or Custom Programs Below!
Current Workshop Dates Available: January 17, 2026, April 25, 2026, July 25, 2026 or October 24, 2025
Whiskey Workshop
A one-day immersive course taking you through the journey of bourbon production—from grain to glass. Explore the art of appreciation, blending, and flavor mapping, culminating in an exclusive distillery tour. And, of course, enjoy a few well-selected tastings along the way! Perfect for enthusiasts and newcomers alike, this workshop helps you discover your next favorite bottle and deepen your whiskey knowledge. The workshop is limited to the first 25 individuals who register. Register below!
Workshop Includes - meals* (light breakfast and lunch), A Tasting Glass, pen, folder with whiskey resources, and workshop completion certificate. See below for the agenda.
Whiskey Workshop Agenda
Morning Session
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Arrival & Light Refreshments
Fuel up and mingle before the day begins.
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Welcome & Orientation - Icebreaker activity to kick things off
8:30 AM – 9:15 AM: Whiskey Production I – Grains, Milling & Cooking
9:15 AM – 9:20 AM: Micro Break – Stretch & Reset
9:20 AM – 10:00 AM: Whiskey Production II – Fermentation & Distillation
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM: Break
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM: Post-Distillation – Maturation, Blending & Finishing
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Sensory Evaluation – Aromatics & Tasting Techniques
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM: Lunch (Eat-In) – Light meal; provider to be confirmed.
Afternoon Session
12:45 PM – 1:45 PM: Whiskey Mapping – Scotch & Bourbon, Labels & Tasting
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM: Break
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Distillery Tour
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Equipment overview
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Bottling & labeling insights
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Warehouse exploration
3:00 PM: Wrap-Up & Certificate Distribution - Recognition of your whiskey journey and closing remarks.
*Bison Bourbon and Spirits Training Company merchandise will also be available!*
Curious about craft whiskey without the coursework?
Join a guided tour and tasting at Buffalo Distilling Company—right in the heart of Buffalo—led by spirits educator and Bison Bourbon and Spirits Training Company founder, Mike Foti. It’s a flavorful, behind-the-scenes experience you won’t want to miss. Click The Logo Below To Register Now!
Employee and Custom Workshops
Tailored spirits education designed to fit your team or party’s needs. Whether you’re interested in whiskey, gin, rum, or any other spirits, we craft custom programs with flexible durations and locations to suit your goals. Work directly with Mike, to design a one-of-a-kind experience blending expertise with enjoyment. Ideal for corporate events, employee training, team-building events, and any group activity.
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For people with Special Dietary Needs, they must be communicated by emailing us upon registration, and we will do our best to accommodate the attendee’s request. Attendees may also bring their own meals but the workshop price will not be reduced. There is also a Mexican Restaurant and Paula's Doughnut shop close to the distillery.
The Bison Bourbon & Spirits Training Company and The Buffalo Distilling Company unite to create an epic fusion of education, exploration, and whiskey-soaked wonder—where knowledge meets craft in the heart of Buffalo, New York.