Event Highlights
Hosted by: Bar Rover
Duration: 2 Hour
Location: SPACS (149 W 27th Floor 3, New York)
Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Event Overview
As the evening sets in, join Bar Rover for a guided whiskey tasting designed for curious beginners and enthusiasts alike. In a relaxed, social atmosphere, you’ll explore four distinctive styles that reveal the breadth of whiskey’s character:
Bourbon Whiskey – smooth, bold, with notes of vanilla & oak
Rye Whiskey – spicy, peppery, and full of character
Japanese Rice Whiskey – refined, delicate, and elegantly balanced
Irish Pot Still Whiskey – creamy, fruity, with a touch of spice
Why Join
This isn’t just a tasting—it’s an invitation to slow down, savor, and connect. With expert guidance, engaging stories, and a curated selection of whiskeys, you’ll gain both confidence and appreciation.
Raise a glass under the night lights—your whiskey journey begins here.
About Bar Rover
Patrick Marran brings over twenty years of hospitality experience, guiding people in exploring the nuances of beer, wine, cocktails, and eventually whisky. While bartenders in bustling venues expertly juggle various duties to keep the night flowing, Patrick prefers a slower, more immersive approach, offering in-depth discussions and a deeper appreciation for spirits’ history, production, and context.
Patrick is currently the Head Bartender at On the Rocks, a whisky bar in Midtown Manhattan. He's a member of the United States Bartender's Guild and is eTIPs/ATAP certified. He holds a diploma in Single Malt Whisky from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy, the only certification approved by the Scottish Qualifying Authority (SQA), which is held by less than 550 people worldwide.
