In Honor Of Whiskeyfest, Salute Presents The Man Tastings, A Weekly Sampling Of The Finest Whiskies And Tequilas April 6, 2010

Salute Wine Bar & Café (46 E. Superior St.) presents to whiskey lovers and patrons, The Man Tastings, proving there is more to Salute than its incredible wine selection. Ladies are not to be fooled by the title – all are more than welcome to partake in this one-of-a-kind tasting. The series, created in honor of Whiskeyfest, will debut Tuesday, April 6, and will continue every Tuesday throughout the month from 7 to 10 p.m.

Offering a plethora of whiskey and tequila samples to satisfy and relish, from smooth to smokey, invigorating to subtle, Salute will offer “bouquets,” “bodies,” and “finishes,” to satisfy all. The events will be specially designed so that patrons can fully appreciate the selection and understand the tasting methodology. Whisky Master Thomas Thacker from Wirtz Beverage and Tequila Specialist John Andrews will be on hand to educate patrons with their extensive knowledge on the selected varieties.

Each event costs an affordable $10, with the money saving option to purchase the event series for $30. The event line-up is as follows:

Tuesday, April 6: Single Malts

• Macallan 12 yr – Speyside
• Glenkinchie – Lowland
• Talisker – Isle Sky
• Lagavulin – Islay
• Oban – Highland

Tuesday, April 13: North American Whiskies

• Death’s Door White Whiskey – Door County
• Gentleman Jack – Tennessee Whiskey
• Templeton Rye Whiskey – Iowa
• Bulleit Kentucky Bourbon

Tuesday, April 20: Best of…

• Macallan 15 yr (American Fine Oak – Jack Daniels Barrels)
• Bushmills 16 yr Single Malt Irish Whiskey
• Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection
• Crown Royal Cask No. 16

Tuesday, April 27: Grand Tequilas

• Casa Noble 5 yr Old Single Barrel Anejo
• Cuervo Platino 100% Blue Agave
• Maestro Dobel Reposado
• Don Julio 1942 Anejo

To reserve a spot, call 312.664.0100 or visit www.salutewinebars.com

For press inquiries please contact Kristen Tischhauser at Kristen@gracePRgroup.com