Join us for a weekend of world-class drams, unforgettable tastings, and whisky as you’ve never experienced. The Whisky Weekender brings together some of the most iconic names in the game, led by the industry’s finest.

Forget the usual whisky festival - this is a vibrant, hands-on celebration of whisky in a fresh, dynamic light. Think laid-back brunches with breakfast drams and whisky Bloody Marys, headliner tastings, trad tunes spilling out the door, cocktail sessions that get hands stirring, and DJs and live music taking us through ’til late. Simply choose from 7 sessions over the September weekender and join us at The Gate.

THE WHISKY BRUNCH: 27 Sept 10:30/11am

WITH HIGHLAND PARK & SEBB’S - 11AM to 1PM

Kick off the weekend in style with our Highland Park x Sebb’s Whisky Brunch. Enjoy a welcome cocktail or dram on arrival, followed by three exclusive Highland Park whiskies, perfectly paired with food from the amazing team at Sebb’s in Glasgow.

Along with a DJ from Sebbs, expect warm vibes, great whisky, and live music to ease you into the day.

TIME: 11am - 1pm 
PRICE: £25
INCLUDES:

- Highland Park Cocktail or Dram on arrival 
- 3 exclusive drams from Highland Park
- Food from Sebb’s
- Live music from Sebb’s DJ

THE WHISKY BRUNCH - 28 Sept| 10:30/11am

WITH MONKEY SHOULDER & MONSTER MUNCHIES - 10:30 for 11AM to 1PM

Shake up your Sunday with Monkey Shoulder at the Whisky Brunch that brings the energy. Start with a drink on arrival, then dive into an interactive cocktail session where you'll mix up three bold and brilliant highballs.

Add in flavour-packed food from Monster Munchies, live music, and a buzzing crowd—this is brunch turned up to 11.

TIME: 10:30 for 11am - 1pm 
PRICE: £20
INCLUDES:

- Drink on arrival 
- 3 Highball Cocktails
- Food from Monster Munchies
- Live music

THE FINISHING SCHOOL: 27 SEPT 1:30pm

WITH GLENALLACHIE & GLENMORANGIE - 1.30PM to 4PM

Dive into the art of the cask with two legends of whisky innovation.

This session explores exceptional finishes - from PX and Oloroso Sherry, to more unexpected casks - through six exclusive drams from GlenAllachie and Glenmorangie.

Includes a welcome dram on arrival, flavour-packed storytelling, and live music to set the perfect Saturday mood for the midway point of Day 1 of Whisky Weekender.

TIME: 1.30pm - 4pm
PRICE: £25
INCLUDES:

- 6 exclusive whiskies with exquisite cask finishes
- Storytelling per dram by brand experts
- Live Acoustic Music from Ross McGuire

SATURDAY HEADLINER SESSION - FROM DUSK ‘TIL DAWN

FEATURING GLENMORANGIE & ARDBEG - 7.30PM

Join us for an unforgettable evening exploring two iconic whiskies - from the smoky intensity of Ardbeg at dusk to the smooth elegance of Glenmorangie at dawn.

Experience bold peat and intense notes in an exclusive tasting, with live music and snacks to keep the night alive. Perfect for whisky lovers of all levels!

TIME: 7.30pm - Close
PRICE: £40

INCLUDES:

- Drink on arrival, with 3 exclusive tasting drams-
- Keynote speakers and live acoustic music
- Nibbles for every table

OLD & RARE - 28 Sept | 1:30pm

WITH ROYAL MILE WHISKIES & BEAM SUNTORY - 1:30 - 4.PM

Step into the world of whisky you rarely get to taste. This session is all about the unique, the forgotten, and the extraordinary—from old blends to single malts that money can’t buy.

Hosted by Royal Mile Whiskies and featuring remarkable drams from Bowmore and Suntory, you’ll enjoy six rare whiskies, a welcome pour on arrival, and live music to set the tone.

TIME: 1.30pm - 4pm
PRICE: £25
INCLUDES:

- Welcome pour on arrival
- 6 exclusive tasting drams from Bowmore and Suntory
- Key speakers so you can explore the story of the drams
- Live music

THE PEAT ELITE: 27 Sept | 4:30PM

WITH OCTOMORE & ARDBEG - 4:30 - 7PM

Step into the smoke. This session is a deep dive into the boldest corners of the whisky world, guided by two peated powerhouses - Octomore and Ardbeg.

Explore six exclusive drams that showcase the intensity, complexity, and beauty of smoke in all its forms.  Live music and flavour turned all the way up, this one’s for the true peat lovers.

TIME: 4.30pm - 7pm
PRICE: £25
INCLUDES:

- 6 exclusive drams, including the brand new Octomore and exclusive drams from Ardbeg
- Intimate Q&A opportunity with Islay Whisky experts
- Live Acoustic Music from Ross McGuire

HEADLINER SESSION - ISLAY UNFILTERED- 28 Sept | 4:30pm

WITH BRUICHLADDICH - 4:30PM to Late

Our Sunday night showstopper. Join Bruichladdich for an intimate masterclass exploring the raw, wild character of Islay through three exceptional drams - progressive, peated, and unmistakably Laddie.

After the tasting, the doors stay open for the ultimate whisky lock-in. Expect DJs, live music, toasties, oysters, cocktails, and drams flowing late into the night. It’s Islay, unfiltered - just how we like it.

TIME: 4:30pm - late
PRICE: £40
INCLUDES:

- Welcome drink on arrival
- Exclusive tasting of 3 drams
- Live music
- Toasties and Oysters for supper