Multnomah Whiskey Library

Woodford Reserve Tasting
2025-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
WOODFORD RESERVE
The art of making fine bourbon first took place on the site of the Woodford Reserve Distillery, a National Historic Landmark, in 1812. The perfectly balanced taste of our Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is comprised of more than 200 detectable flavor notes, from bold grain and wood, to sweet aromatics, spice, and fruit & floral notes.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Woodford Reserve accompanied by small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen will be provided.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked
Woodford Reserve Masters Collection: Madeira Cask
Woodford Reserve Rye Whiskey

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Clear the Shelves
2025-04-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
As you can imagine, we’ve opened, tasted, and toasted with an unimaginable number of bottles and expressions of craft distilling. Our team works hard to bring you the newest and most interesting spirits to share with you all, but occasionally we find ourselves in a unique conundrum: We are simply running out of room!

In order to create some space, Multnomah Whiskey Library is thrilled to announce the next installment of our Clear the Shelves break even tasting event. A member appreciation night enjoying limited edition spirits and wholesale wine.

With dozens of bottles to select from, spirits will range in rarity and price, with a handful of bottles no longer on the market. These spirits will be available to order by the pour (.75oz) to enjoy at the event (please note we do not sell liquor to go or bottles of whiskey to go).

Wine by the bottle will also be available for purchase to take home, a rare opportunity for guests to receive whole sale pricing. {Check out a small preview of spirits and wines below} A welcome cocktail and light bites will be provided upon entry!

This event is our way of saying thank you; thank you for supporting us, thank you for being curious, thank you for being a part of the MWL community. We are so lucky to have you.

Break Even Spirits
limited quantities available
service for half pours only (.75oz) to enjoy at the event
Bruichladdich 1986 $10
Glenmorangie Bacalta $4
Glenglassaugh 30 yr $15
Benriach Curiositas 10yr $3
Ardbeg Scorch $5
Compass Box Story of the Spaniard $3
Amrut Peated $5
Suntory AO $3
Westland Garryana $5
Elijah Craig 18 $9
Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select $3
Rebel Single Barrel 10yr $4
Sempe 15 yr Armagnac $4
Rhum Neisson Agricole $3

Wholesale Wine By The Bottle
limited quantities available
for take home only
Bruno Clair Les Vaudenelles 2020 Burgundy $60
Feudo Montoni Sicilia 2017 Nero D’Avola $43
Redolent 2018 Nebbiolo $29
Brown Estate Chaos Theory 2021 Napa Blend $30
Ramey Hyde Vineyard 2019 Chardonnay $60
Eyrie Original Vines Pinot Gris $45

MWL MEMBERS: 1 FREE TICKET
NON-MEMBERS: $50 ENTRANCE FEE
enter your members-only promo code to receive your first ticket free!
{Promo code will be emailed in our event announcement on March 12th}

TICKETS AVAILABLE MARCH 12TH AT 6PM

Glenfiddich Meet Your Maker
2025-04-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
TICKETS INCLUDE…
welcome cocktail, featured flight, hors d’oeuvres, and gratuity

We are thrilled to announce the next installment of our Meet Your Maker series, welcoming Glenfiddich’s West Coast Brand Ambassador Christophe Pienkowski!

In the summer of 1886, with his seven sons and two daughters by his side, William set out to fulfil a lifelong ambition. Together they began building his Distillery by hand, stone by stone. After a single year of work it was ready and William named it Glenfiddich, Gaelic for Valley of the Deer. William’s passion, determination and pioneering spirit continues to guide the distillery today. Glenfiddich is one of the few single malt distilleries to remain entirely family owned and is now one of the World’s Most Awarded Single Malt Scotch Whisky, a true reflection of their founder’s innovative nature, passed down through the generations.

Guests will join us in The Green Room to enjoy a guided tasting of Glenfiddich’s best, led by Pienkowski. To accompany the flight, guests will be treated to a Glenfiddich cocktail and light hors d’oeuvres. Preview the featured flight below!

Featured Flight
Glenfiddich 14 year
Glenfiddich Solera 15 year
Glenfiddich Gran Reserva 21 year
+ one surprise pour

TICKETS AVAILABLE MARCH 6TH AT 6PM

Mezcal Yuku Savi Tasting
2025-04-08 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
MEZCAL YUKU SAVI
Legend tells us that the hills are alive, and their spirit is called Yuku Savi, a force that can take the form of wind, stones, animals, and even people.
Like that spirit of the hills, these bottles hold the essence of a living plant, the agave. They carry the soul of their Mixtec homeland—its energy, aromas, flavors, and the years of care that reflect the community’s dedication to their plants, the hard work of their people, and the love that they pour into this drink. It is a gift they share proudly, to warm the hearts of those near and far.
Yuku Savi invites you on a journey to the Mixtec lands of Puebla, a place where nature’s challenges are met with resilience, and where mysticism and strength are woven into the land itself.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Mezcal Yuku Savi alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Mezcal and Rum Tasting
2025-04-03 16:30 - 18:30 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
MEZCAL AND RUM
ABOUT NETA
NETA exclusively commercializes single-batch agave spirits from producers in Miahuatlán and almost entirely from the 110-person village of Logoche. When talking about “single batches” we are referring to lots produced from a single oven or harvest of agave. The process of crafting these batches begins with the harvest of mature en guía or capón plants, often of various species or types of agave around the time of the full moon, that are then cooked together in a conical earthen pit. The roasted agave hearts or piñas are then either separated and designated for multiple smaller batches, or macerated and fermented together in their entirety to make a single batch. In accordance with traditional practices, the spirits produced from different ovens are not blended, homogenized, or standardized to a particular ABV. Each production is unique and bottled at still-strength by members and family members of the co-op and the quantity produced is relative to the number of agave cooked in an oven and their respective yield.
ABOUT ALAMBIQUE SERRANO
Brothers Isidoro, Rommel, William, and Axel Krassel Peralta continue the work that their grandfather Max started in the 1930s. An immigrant who fled his home country of Germany at the start of WWI, 16-year-old Max landed on the Gulf coast of Veracruz in 1917.
With no knowledge of Spanish, Max began working any odd job that he could find. He eventually found himself in the mountainous Cañada region of Oaxaca, where he met and married his wife. It wasn’t long before he began distilling aguardiente on a coffee farm (at that time it was common for the haciendas to distill their own cane). After learning the ropes, Max set out on his own to begin distilling his own aguardiente, using a still he designed and built himself.
ABOUT ISAUTIER
During the reign of King Louis Philippe 1st of France, Louis and Charles Isautier set out from mainland France and sailed across the oceans to move to Réunion Island. Fascinated by the island and its wealth of sugar cane, they founded the family business in 1845. Six successive generations of the Isautier family have built up the distinguished history of the oldest distillery on Réunion Island.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of these special, new to Oregon spirits. Small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen will be provided.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
NETA Madrecuixe Capon Candido
NETA Espadin-Bicuixe Heriberto
Alambique Serrano Tres Anos
Isautier Rum Cane and Molasses releases

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Hood River Distillers Tasting
2025-04-01 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
HOOD RIVER DISTILLERS
Hood River Distillers has a rich and storied history that dates back to 1934. The company initially produced apple and pear brandies, using excess fruit from the valley’s abundant harvests. Over the years, Hood River Distillers expanded its product range to include a diverse array of spirits such as vodka, gin, rum, and whiskey, inspired by the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Today, Hood River Distillers continues to uphold its tradition of quality craftsmanship while embracing innovation. With a portfolio that includes award-winning spirits, the distillery remains a testament to the determination and passion of its founders, earning its place as a beloved and respected name in the spirits industry.
Located along the Columbia River with majestic Mt. Hood as its backdrop, Hood River Distillers has been at its current bottling facility in Hood River since 1969.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting with special guest Master Distiller Caitlin Bartlemay. Small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen will be provided.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
Timberline Vodka
Clear Creek Pear Brandy
Old Delicious Apple Brandy
McCarthy’s Oloroso Cask

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Manhattan Cocktail Class
2025-03-31 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
MANHATTAN COCKTAIL CLASS

We are thrilled to announce the next installment of our Cocktail Class series, revisiting one of whiskey’s favorite cocktails: the Manhattan. Previously hosted in 2022 and 2024, members and guests will take a journey through the storied history of this classic cocktail and find out why it’s stood the test of time.

MWL Education Manager and Spirit Curator Brett Adams will break down the structure and proportions of a Manhattan, as well as riffs and varieties that have branched out from the original recipe. Guests will sample variations with light bites, followed by a cocktail making demonstration.

After a tour through cocktail history, guests will have the chance to mix up their very own Manhattan, selecting from a variety of whiskies, bitters, and vermouths! Due to the nature of this event, all seating will be communal.

In an effort to improve access to events, MWL will revisit previously hosted content that has sold out. Please note this cocktail class was previously hosted in 2024.

We look forward to hosting you!

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT 6PM ON FEBRUARY 27TH

Scotch Malt Whisky Society Tasting
2025-03-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
This event is hosted by Scotch Malt Whisky Society at Multnomah Whiskey Library. Please note all tickets are managed by a secondary party – to purchase tickets, please follow the link.

Would you like to experience the finest expression of Scotch whisky produced today? Would you like to expand your knowledge of Scotch and the many styles and flavours that make up quality whisky?
Join The Scotch Malt Whisky Society for a rare single malt Scotch whisky tasting experience at Multnomah Whisk{e}y Library! Attendees will be among the first to taste six (6) unique single malts from our upcoming April Outturn in a seated, guided tasting format designed to expand your knowledge and appreciation for Scotch whisky.
Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is the world’s largest whisky club of whisky lovers. More than just a club, the Society is known for offering the finest expression of Scotch whisky produced today. It acquires exceptional whisky casks from distilleries across Scotland and beyond. Each cask is then bottled and offered exclusively to its community of members through the Society’s online shop smwsa.com.
While Society whisky is available for purchase by members only, this event is open to anyone eager to taste and learn in the company of fellow whisky lovers. Members enjoy a reduced price for admission and all attendees who order tickets before 2pm PT on March 20th will get the early bird special pricing.
Slàinte Mhath!

Mocel Mezcal Meet Your Maker
2025-03-27 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
THE FLIGHT
Mocel Cupreata (46.4 abv), Mocel Ensamble (46 abv),
& their latest release, a Cupreata at 48.5% ABV which yielded just 289 bottles

ABOUT THE EVENT

In honor of Women’s History Month, we are thrilled to announce the next installment of our Meet Your Maker series, welcoming back co-founder of Mocel Mezcal Rosalinda Mendoza for an exclusive guided tasting.

Mendoza will walk us through an interactive tasting featuring rare mezcales from Michoacán, Mexico. This tasting provides members an opportunity to enjoy these bottles at a discounted rate, complimented by light hors d’oeuvres prepared by MWL. Please note this event will be an intimate gathering in the Library’s Tasting Room; all seating is communal.

Whether you are a scotch drinker, new to mezcal, or have been drinking mezcal for years, this is a unique experience to learn about the rich history, fascinating process and the complex flavor behind North America’s first liquor.

ABOUT MOCEL

Mocel is an artisanal mezcal handcrafted using Michoacan’s traditional wooden still and distillation methods. A time honored method dating back 400 years, the process is time intensive, using 100% agave and water without any additives.

Founded by sisters local to Michoacan, Rosalinda and Elizabeth Mendoza, they were inspired by the mountainous region and vibrant culture. The Library is thrilled to welcome Rosalinda for this rare opportunity to share their handcrafted spirits.

TWO SEATINGS
1st seating: 5:30 – 7:00
2nd seating: 7:30 – 9:00

TICKETS AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 27TH AT 6:00PM

La Venenosa Raicilla Tasting
2025-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
LA VENENOSA RAICILLA
Made in Jalisco, Mexico, but falling outside the Tequila denomination, La Venenosa Raicilla follows a distilling tradition that is nearly 500 years old. Created by “Chef” Esteban Morales, La Venenosa showcases the many varieties of agave and distillation techniques native to Jalisco.
Esteban traversed the state in search of the best producers in each region. Every one of these Raicilla expressions is unique; created by different Maestro Taberneros in distinct regions, from different species of agave using diverse techniques, the individual results are astounding.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of La Venenosa Raicilla alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Irish Whisky Study Hall
2025-03-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
Tickets include a welcome cocktail, five Irish whiskies, light hors d’oeuvres, & gratuity

FEATURED FLIGHT
Jameson
Waterford Cuvée Gaia
Blue Spot
Teeling Black pits
Jameson 18

The Library is thrilled to announce the next installation of our Study Hall series, celebrating the rich heritage of Irish whisky in honor of St Patrick’s Day!
From Pot Still to triple distillation, guests will explore the diverse techniques that make Irish whisky a true standout. Delve into the history and craftsmanship behind each distillation method, all while savoring five distinct Irish whiskies hand selected by MWL Spirit Curator and Education Manager Brett Adams. The flight will be complimented by an Irish classic cocktail and light hors d’oeuvres.
We hope to see you there!

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT 6:00PM ON FEBRUARY 13th

Member Meet up
2025-03-15 16:15 - 17:30, 2025-02-19 16:30 - 17:30 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL Member Meetup
Are you new to our community? Have questions about your membership? Or just looking to connect with other members? Our monthly Member Meetup in the Lounge is the perfect opportunity!
Join us for a casual and welcoming gathering where you can:

-Meet fellow members and expand your network
-Ask questions about your membership and get helpful insights
-Learn more about your benefits
-Share your ideas and experiences with others

While this meetup is perfect for new members, it’s open to all members—whether you’re brand new or just looking to get more involved. Come grab a drink ticket, chat, and make the most of your membership!
RSVP for this month’s event now to let us know you’re coming! The next Member Meet up will be next month.
Members may bring a guest. Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.
Have questions? Contact us at membership@mwlpdx.com.

Willett Distillery Tasting
2025-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
WILLETT DISTILLERY
Willett Distillery was established in 1936 by Thompson Willett, but the family’s whiskey legacy began long before. Thanks to his father and grandfather, Thompson held a deep knowledge and respect for the craftsmanship involved in making fine whiskeys: Use the best ingredients available, pay close attention to the details – then take a step back and give the whiskey time and space to develop character.
It’s a simple approach, but it seems to be working. Fast forward 90 years, Willett remains truly family owned & operated by Thompson Willett’s grandchildren. Their Kentucky Whiskeys are crafted to be shared among friends for celebrations, both intimate & epic.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Hand Barrel Bourbon alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
Old Bardstown
Rowan’s Creek
Noah’s Mill
Willet Rye
Willet Pot Still

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Weller Millennium Scholar Flight Night
2025-03-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
Tickets include a welcome cocktail, 5 pour flight, multi-course dinner, & gratuity

THE FLIGHT
Weller CYPB
Weller 12 year
Weller Antique 107
Weller Full Proof
Weller Millennium

The Library is thrilled to announce the next installment of our Scholar Flight Night, serving a multi-course dinner with an incredibly unique bottle from Buffalo Trace distillery: Weller Millennium.

As the third oldest operating distillery in the world, with roots dating back to 1773, Buffalo Trace Distillery (as it’s known today) has been honing its craft since Kentucky was a wild, untamed frontier and the United States was just an idea. In the centuries that followed, the Distillery changed hands numerous times, but one thing always remained constant; it was a homeplace for the creation of authentic American whiskey.

At the turn of the millennium, the Distillery was amid a period of transformation once again and looked to its forebearers for inspiration. As a trailblazer in the industry, the distillation team chose to pay homage to W.L. Weller by setting aside some of the first whiskeys distilled in the new millennium for the sole purpose of creating this extraordinary innovation.

A blend of vintage straight bourbon and wheat whiskeys distilled in 2000, 2003, 2005 and 2006, Weller Millennium highlights the impact that wheat has on the whiskey’s flavor: the softness imparted by the wheat creates a smoother, sweeter, more approachable expression. By marrying these exceptional spirits together, the whiskeys further harmonize with each other, creating a cohesive, balanced final product that is greater than the sum of its parts.

This rare Bourbon will be accompanied by four additional pours from Weller: CYPB, 12 year, Antique 107, and Full Proof. MWL Executive Chef Bill Wallender will be curating a pre-fixe, multi-course dinner to pair with the flight. We will accommodate dietary restrictions to the best of our ability.

Please email our events manager of any dietary restrictions by February 24th at events@mwlpdx.com. Please note any restrictions or seating preferences written in your ticket form are not recorded. We hope to see you there!

TICKETS AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 6th AT 6:00PM

MWL MEMBER TICKET: $500
NON-MEMBER TICKET: $600
MEMBERS MUST BE LOGGED INTO ACCOUNT TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT

Machetes Kitchen Takeover
2025-03-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
We are thrilled to announce the next installment of our Kitchen Takeover series, welcoming Chef Diego Palacios, co-founder & owner of local pop-up Machetes.

The Mexico City street-style food pop first began in the summer of 2023, with a string of pop ups selling out all across the city. Run by husband-and-wife team Diego and McKenna Palacios, Machetes is best known for its massive oblong quesadillas made with heirloom corn masa — their tie-dye appearance is reminiscent of a summer camp T-shirt. McKenna usually leads the masa shaping process before handing the uncooked tortillas to Diego to fill and grill.

The duo are both industry vets, with Diego currently presiding at OK Omens and McKenna at Indonesian restaurant Gado Gado. In October 2024 Machetes began their residency at OK Omens, serving up antojitos, ceviche, handmade Choco Tacos, and more every Sunday and Monday through the winter. MWL is honored to share their cuisine with you, curating beverage pairings for each course.

Please note all food and beverages are pre-fixe, we politely decline substitutions or alterations to the menu. Due to the seasonal changes the menu is subject to change.

Amuse Bouche
oyster on the half shell, michelada mignonette, cilantro oil

1st COURSE – Nixtamalized Beet Tartare
charred beet marinated en recado negro, avocado mousse, chorizo oil, chile güeros

2nd COURSE – Elote Tierno
charcoal roasted baby corn, chicatana & chipotle aioli, smoke chapulines, cilantro oil

3rd COURSE – Chicharron Prensado
tetela confit pork, tomatillo tatemado, cotija

4TH COURSE – NY Strip Al Morita
dry aged ny steak, salsa al morita, beef fat confit leek

5TH COURSE – Mexican Chocolate Semifredo
chantilli, blood orange marmalade, marigold

TICKETS AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 5th at 6:00PM

Clermont Steep & Bakers Bourbon Tasting
2025-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
CLERMONT STEEP SINGLE MALT & BAKER’S BOURBON
Two distinct whiskies from the Jim Beam Distilling company. Clermont Steep American Single Malt is distilled the Beam home place of Clermont, KY using their house jug yeast, Clermont Steep highlights the depth and complexity of a single grain: malted barley. This focused liquid was crafted by Freddie Noe, 8th Generation Master Distiller, Fred B. Noe Distillery, and it’s steeped in the culture of Kentucky and the Beam family tradition. This singular mash bill and provenance – aged five years in new oak barrels, toasted then charred to level #1 – yields a nuanced, complex liquid with a vanilla and caramel sweetness and smooth, unique, whole-grain notes of American barley.
Baker’s Single Barrel Bourbon is meant to be a singular experience. Always aged a minimum of seven years and bottled at 107 proof, this big bold bourbon. While notes of toasted notes, vanilla and oak are always present in Baker’s each bottle has a unique taste.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Hand Barrel Bourbon alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.
MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Time & Temperature Study Hall
2025-02-26 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
Time & Temperature Study Hall: an exploration of Bourbon Production
tickets include…
one signature cocktail, a guided tasting of four unique expressions,
& a family-style, fried chicken dinner

FEATURED FLIGHT
JTS Brown 100
Elijah Craig Small Batch
Henry McKenna Single Barrel 10 year
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof
Elijah Craig 18 year
Heaven Hill 18 year

We are thrilled to announce the next installment of our Study Hall series, focusing on the power of time and temperature in bourbon production. Guests will review traditional bourbon production and aging methods, then take a deep dive into distillery microclimates and how they influence the final flavor. We will try six unique whiskeys from Heaven Hill, all with the same mash bill and still, but with wildly different flavors.

Guests will enjoy a traditional, southern fried chicken dinner to pair with the flight served family style. This will be an intimate guided tasting in the Library’s Tasting Room, with only six seats available per seating, so tickets will go quickly! We hope to see you there!

TWO SEATINGS
5:00 – 7:00 & 7:30 – 9:30
TICKETS AVAILABLE JANUARY 23rd AT 6:00 PM

Freeland Spirits Tasting
2025-02-25 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
FREELAND SPIRITS
You might be wondering: how did the granddaughter of a teetotaler come to name a distillery after her? It all comes back to their shared love of the land. In fact, Jill’s favorite childhood memories were running wild in Meemaw’s garden, playing in the dirt and helping her shell peas on the porch.
That’s when agriculture first became her passion—in the years that followed, Jill helped plant community gardens in Guatemala, worked on a farm in Port Angeles, then moved to Portland to run a nonprofit farm. It was fulfilling work, but Jill was eager to build something of her own. Something that connected to agriculture—and her love of whiskey. (See where we’re going with this?)
One fateful evening in 2016, Jill was throwing back whiskey with her good friend Cory Carman, who raises grass-fed beef in Eastern Oregon. When Jill shared her dream of starting a distillery, her friend confided that she’d always wanted to produce grain on the ranch. If you make it, I’ll grow it, Cory said. And with that, Freeland Spirits was born.
Today, Jill continues to honor her grandmother’s memory by incorporating Oregon’s rich bounty of grains and produce into our handcrafted spirits. And just like Meemaw, she continues to blaze her own trail.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Hand Barrel Bourbon alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
Freeland Gin
Freeland Bourbon
Freeland Rye
Chai Spice Liqueur

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Hand Barrel Bourbon Tasting
2025-02-25 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
HAND BARREL BOURBON
From barrel to bottle, Hand Barrel was established to bring you a whiskey experience unlike any other. They sought to create a vessel that was unique, sleek, and unlike anything else in the industry; a contemporary take on a centuries-old American pastime that would also protect the vital liquid gold inside. Once the bottle was perfected, they sought out a handcrafted bourbon that would match their bottle in quality.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Hand Barrel Bourbon alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
Hand Barrel Bourbon Small Batch
Hand Barrel Bourbon Double Barrel
Hand Barrel Bourbon Single Barrel

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Bruichladdich Meet Your Maker
2025-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
FEATURED FLIGHT
Islay Barley
Bruichladdich 18 year
Port Charlotte 10 year
Octomore 15.2, 5 year

Tickets include a Classic Laddie cocktail, the featured flight, and light hors d’oeuvres

Due to high demand, we are thrilled to announce a second installment of the Bruichladdich Meet Your Maker, welcoming back National Brand Ambassador Devin Vilardi!

Bruichladdich is a distillery on the Rhinns of Islay in Scotland. Primarily known for single malt Scotch, Bruichladdich was originally established in 1881, and resurrected in 2001 with ambitions to take the distillery to new heights, an antidote to the industry norm. In 2020 they became one of the only distilleries in the world to be B Corp certified, balancing profit and purpose to ensure their business as a force for good.

We are honored to share their spirits with you for a second round at the Library. Please note this will be a similar flight served at our previous Meet Your Maker event hosted in December.

TICKETS AVAILABLE JANUARY 22nd AT 6:00 PM

Lagavulin Tasting
2025-02-18 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
LAGAVULIN SINGLE MALT SCOTCH
Discover the definitive Islay malt—intensely flavoured, smoky, and rich. The windswept Isle of Islay imparts a profound strength of character into everything it nurtures, and it is here, cradled in a secluded bay, that the cherished Lagavulin whisky has been meticulously crafted for over two centuries.
Distilleries have dotted Lagavulin since the 18th century, but it was not until 1816 that farmer John Johnston established the first legal distillery. A year later, Archibald Campbell initiated a second operation. These pioneers were later unified under a Glasgow trader, and in 1887, Peter Mackie took the helm. Under Mackie’s visionary leadership, the distillery and the Lagavulin name ascended to be the quintessence of Islay malts
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Lagavulin Single Malt Scotch Whisky alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whiskey Library kitchen.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided
Lagavulin 16yr
Lagavulin 12yr Special Edition
Lagavulin Offerman Edition

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

The Macallan Study Hall: Time Space Mastery
2025-02-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
THE FLIGHT
The Macallan Amber Meadow
The Macallan Classic Cut
The Macallan 18 year
The Macallan Time : Space Mastery

tickets include…
one signature cocktail, a guided tasting of four unique expressions,
& elevated hors d’oeuvres pairings

The Library is excited to welcome members and guests for a rare tasting of The Macallan line, featuring four unique expressions from the iconic distillery. Famous for their signature sherried style and propelling single-malts into fashion, The Macallan has built a reputation as one of the world’s leading whiskies.

To celebrate their 200th anniversary, The Macallan has released the Time : Space collection, two bottles specially created to honor the past masters of The Macallan. MWL has been lucky enough to acquire their Time : Space Mastery, a reflection of “the legacy of Whisky Mastery throughout the last 200 years [to] create something which was without question classically identifiable as The Macallan,” as shared by the Creative Director of Macallan, Jaume Ferras, in the Whisk[e]y Wash.

To pair with this epic release, MWL Spirit Curator and Education Manager Brett Adams and Edrington Spirits Northwest Manager Matt Holtgreve have curated a flight to highlight the obscure and rare expressions of The Macallan. The flight will be thoughtfully paired with a spread of hors d’oeuvres to bring out the unique flavors of each whisky.

Dietary restrictions will be accommodated to the best of our ability. Due to the nature of this event, all seating will be pre-assigned, with select communal seating.

TICKETS AVAILABLE JANUARY 16th 6:00 PM

2025 Lantern Festival
2025-02-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
2025 LANTERN FESTIVAL
We are pleased to announce our third Lantern Festival in celebration of the Lunar New Year. In 2023 we hosted our first Lantern Festival, an opportunity to celebrate a cultural holiday near and dear to many of our hearts as well as a chance to share and learn with the curious, it was a resounding success. We proudly bring you another opportunity to celebrate in our third annual Lantern Festival!
An opportunity for members and non-members to gather and connect at the library outside of our traditional table service. This networking cocktail hour will be hosted in The Library, with catered light bites.
Guests will have the opportunity to take home personalized keepsakes from the event as we welcome back local Portland Artist Rebecca Nguyen of Line and Wave. Rebecca specializes in calligraphy, engraving and illustration. Her passion is to capture life’s little moments in a meaningful and tangible way.
Tickets include a welcome drink and one drink ticket for a signature cocktail from our special cocktails for the evening and a spread of heavy appetizers. For the curious minded, management staff will be in attendance to answer questions about membership, events, and more!
We look forward to hosting you!
Member ticket: $65
Non-member ticket: $75
Members must be logged in
to receive discount at checkout

Westward Whiskey Tasting
2025-02-11 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
Westward Whiskey
Westward began in 2004 with a vision: to make a distinctive American Whiskey inspired by the American Northwest.
From humble beginnings to its impressive footprint today, creating a bold, robust, and delicious whiskey has remained the team’s true passion. For more than two decades, we’ve proudly served as a leading voice for American Whiskey.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Westward Whiskey with Westward Events Manager Jonathan Harris.

Complimentary Tastes of the following will be provided alongside small bites from the Multnomah Whisk{e}y Library kitchen
Westward Original Single Malt
Westward Single Malt Pinot Noir Cask
Westward Single Malt Stout Cask
Westward x Fort George Brewing Stout Cask

MWL Member Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Master Cocktail Class: Bartending 201
2025-02-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
2nd SEATING ADDED!
TICKETS INCLUDE…
cocktail samples, two self-made cocktails, & light hors d’oeuvres
We are thrilled to announce the next iteration of our Cocktail Class series, unlocking the art and science of building the perfect cocktail. Whether you’re an aspiring bartender, a cocktail enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to impress at your next dinner party, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills.
This class will take a deep dive into the technical aspects of bartending, covering topics typically reserved for MWL staff educations. Guests will learn proper shaking and stirring techniques, how to achieve proper dilution, and how to balance and blend flavors. The guided instruction will be led by MWL Spirit Curator & Education Manager Brett Adams, providing professional insights on how bartenders achieve that perfectly crafted drink every time.
Limited spots are available, so secure your ticket today and start mixing like a pro!
We hope to see you there!

Maker's 46 Cocktail and Macaron Tasting
2025-02-04 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
MAKER’S 46 COCKTAIL AND MACARON
ABOUT MAKER’S MARK
Maker’s Mark® began with one family’s quest to create a bourbon they enjoyed drinking and sharing with friends. As the world’s first premium bourbon, it changed the industry in 1953.
Bill Samuels, Sr., simply wanted a whisky he would enjoy drinking. Never bitter or sharp, Maker’s Mark® is made with soft red winter wheat instead of the usual rye, for a one-of-a-kind, full-flavored bourbon that’s smooth and balanced. Bill found his ideal mash bill in the kitchen, cleverly testing mash bills through bread in order to quickly test recipes without distilling and aging. It’s the red winter wheat that imparts the front-of-palate sweetness that Maker’s® is known for.
The limestone shelf where the distillery is located is key to crafting the unique taste of Maker’s Mark® – the only distillery with its own water source and watershed. Kentucky limestone filters out iron from water, which is unpleasant in bourbon. The pure calcium- and magnesium-rich water surrounding the distillery makes better drinking water and a better sour mash in which yeast can flourish.
Explore Maker’s 46 with a gourmet twist – French Macarons. The pairing experience showcases the layered flavors of bourbon while highlighting the craftsmanship and premium quality of Maker’s Mark 46. Each of the macarons have been developed to mirror the aroma, taste and finish of Maker’s Mark 46.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting experience of Maker’s Mark 46 and macarons in the Member’s Lounge.
Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Master Cocktail Class: Bartending 201
2025-02-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
TICKET INCLUDES…
cocktail samples, two self-made cocktails, & light hors d’oeuvres
We are thrilled to announce the next iteration of our Cocktail Class series, unlocking the art and science of building the perfect cocktail. Whether you’re an aspiring bartender, a cocktail enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to impress at your next dinner party, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills.
This class will take a deep dive into the technical aspects of bartending, covering topics typically reserved for MWL staff educations. Guests will learn proper shaking and stirring techniques, how to achieve proper dilution, and how to balance and blend flavors. The guided instruction will be led by MWL Spirit Curator & Education Manager Brett Adams, providing professional insights on how bartenders achieve that perfectly crafted drink every time.
Limited spots are available, so secure your ticket today and start mixing like a pro!
We hope to see you there!

St. Agrestis & Giffard Alcohol Free Tasting
2025-01-28 17:00 - 19:00 | MWL Member’s Lounge, 616 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
MWL MEMBER EXCLUSIVE TASTINGS:
PHONY NEGRONI & GIFFARD ALCOHOL FREE LIQUEURS
ABOUT ST. AGRESTIS
Brooklyn has always pushed the creative boundaries, and at St. Agrestis they’re no different. They believe the only way to ensure the highest degree of quality is to create it. Producing hand-made natural spirits and non-alcoholic beverages using old world methods, St. Agrestis is for the modern drinker.
ABOUT GIFFARD
Inspired by infusion process of liqueurs and the shrub technique, Giffard has developed a new range in which fruits and plants are macerated in wine vinegar. The result is an alcohol-free range with great aromatic richness and a reduced level of sugar to underline this aromatic intensity, which brings complexity, length in the mouth and a real added value to the cocktail.
Members and their guests are invited to join us for a casual complimentary tasting of Giffard and St. Agrestis in the Member’s Lounge.
Featured Products:
St. Agrestis Phony Negroni
Giffard Elderflower Alcohol Free
Giffard Pineapple Alcohol Free
Walk-ins welcome and RSVP appreciated!
Members may bring up to three guests per tasting.
Attendees must be accompanied by a member of Multnomah Whiskey Library.

Burns Night
2025-01-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Multnomah Whiskey Library, 1124 SW Alder ST, Portland, 97205
TICKETS INCLUDE…
Bobby Burns welcome cocktail, four course dinner {preview the menu below} & featured Laphroaig flight

THE FLIGHT
Laphroaig 10yr sherry oak
Laphroaig Elements
Laphroaig MWL single barrel
& one surprise pour to be revealed at the event

Pioneer of Romanticism and treasured lyricist, Robert Burns is largely regarded as the national poet of Scotland. His work has inspired thinkers and artists across the world, and is credited with influencing cultural icons such as John Steinbeck, Bob Dylan, and J.D. Salinger. Over 200 years after his death, the world continues to celebrate his life and legacy on the 25th of January, known as Burns Day.

In honor of the prolific Scottish writer, we are thrilled to invite members and guests to a guided tasting led by with Beam Suntory’s North American Scottish Whiskey Ambassador Simon Brooking. Our flight will feature three Laphroaig selections, with a 4th surprise pour to be revealed at the event. The flight will be complimented by a pre-fixe 4 course dinner {preview the menu below}. Please note the menu will be pre-fixed; dietary restrictions and alterations to the menu are politely declined.

THE MENU
menu is pre-fixe & subject to change
we politely decline dietary restrictions or alterations

OYSTER & SCALLOP TARTARE GF
lemon, roe, chive oil

COCK-A-LEEKIE SOUP
leeks, pearl barley, prunes

CHICKEN BALMORAL
bacon, neeps & tatties, whiskey cream

RASPBERRY CRANACHAN V
oats, scotch, whipped cream

MWL Member Ticket: $200
Non-Member Ticket: $225
*members must be logged into their account to receive discount*
