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Beer is a global beverage
that is enjoyed by cultures all around the world.
So this year, to celebrate Louisville Beer Week,
Louisville Beer is Going Global!
that is enjoyed by cultures all around the world.
So this year, to celebrate Louisville Beer Week,
Louisville Beer is Going Global!
From October 20-27, participating Louisville breweries will partner with each other while celebrating the local beer community through a global lens - including international beer styles and food pairings. Checking out the full calendar of events happening.
Louisville Ale Trail is kicking things off once again with Louisville Beer Fest on Friday, October 20th, at German-American Club. In addition to multiple brewery events around town throughout the week, we’re excited to present two panels:
Louisville Ale Trail is kicking things off once again with Louisville Beer Fest on Friday, October 20th, at German-American Club. In addition to multiple brewery events around town throughout the week, we’re excited to present two panels:
- From Stave To Glass Barrel Panel and Tasting. 10/23 @ 3rd Turn Brewing Barrel Room
- Louisville Beer For All DEI Panel (in partnership with KY Guild of Brewers). 10/25 @ Noble Funk Brewing.
- IYKYK. - 10/25, 11:59 PM - 10/6, 12:05 AM.
- My Morning Beer Fest (in partnership with Gallant Fox Brewing). 10/28 @ Gallant Fox Basecamp Warehouse - 131 N Spring Street
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Louisville Beer Fest! We are thrilled to kick off Louisville Beer Week with this exciting event again. Join the Louisville Ale Trail and your favorite local breweries for an evening of great beers, lively music, delicious food, and great company at the German-American Club.
Event Details:
Ticket Options:
Order Online & Skip the Line ($25 Sample Ticket):
$10 Entry Ticket:
Entertainment:
Music by DJ 7foot (Matt Simons).
Food:
Indulge in delicious bites provided by our friends at The German-American Club.
Vendors:
Additional Information:
This is a rain or shine event; adequate cover is available if needed.
**This is a 21+ event. Please bring valid ID.**
We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating Louisville Beer Week together!
Proudly sponsored by H&A Barrel Management!
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, Oct. 20
- Time: 5 pm - 10 pm
- Location: German-American Club
Ticket Options:
Order Online & Skip the Line ($25 Sample Ticket):
- Grants entry and includes a commemorative glass PLUS ten 4oz sample tickets.
- Available exclusively online. Please show your receipt at the gate for admission.
$10 Entry Ticket:
- Grants entry and includes a commemorative glass.
- Available for purchase online and at the gate.
Entertainment:
Music by DJ 7foot (Matt Simons).
Food:
Indulge in delicious bites provided by our friends at The German-American Club.
Vendors:
- Underberg
- Welders Supply & Gases
- Metro United Way
- Elixir Kombucha
- Girls Pint Out - Louisville Chapter
- H&A Barrel Management
Additional Information:
This is a rain or shine event; adequate cover is available if needed.
**This is a 21+ event. Please bring valid ID.**
We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating Louisville Beer Week together!
Proudly sponsored by H&A Barrel Management!
Join us for the 2nd Annual From Stave to Glass Barrel Panel as part of Louisville Beer Week, where experts from beer, spirits, and barrels discuss wood's impact on flavor, consumer behaviors, and trends.
Event Details:
In addition to the panel, your ticket grants you:
This is a Louisville Beer Week ticketed event hosted at “Next Door” @ 3rd Turn Brewing. Space is limited. Ensure your spot and purchase your ticket today.
Featured Panelists:
Jackie Zykan - Hidden Barn Whiskey
Known for having one of the most respected palates in American Whiskey, Jackie Zykan’s approach to blending looks a lot like her approach to life - focused on balance, structure, and celebrating unique nuances. A native of St. Louis, and now calling Louisville, Kentucky home, she brings more than 16 years of beverage alcohol industry experience.
With degrees in biology and chemistry, and experience in multi-concept beverage directorship, cocktail strategy, category education, product development, perfumery based in bourbon, and global marketing, her career has taken her to nearly every corner of the world of American Whiskey, giving her perspective and capability that few can match. She’s regarded not only for her technical know-how but for her personal style of whiskey education, which is relatable and focuses on the emotional connection to sensorial experiences.
Most recently, Jackie served as Master Taster for Old Forester where she came to develop her hallmark style of blending and descriptive analysis, while remaining focused on quality, integrity, and her signature approachability. She now holds the position of Master Blender and partner in Hidden Barn Whiskey, as well as ownership of the whiskey-based fragrance brand, ODUOAK.
Marty Scott - Revolution Brewing
Marty Scott attended Siebel’s Concise Course in Brewing Technology in 2010 before apprenticing at Revolution Brewing’s brewpub in Chicago's Logan Square. Over the past decade, he's held lead positions in Packaging, Cellar, Quality & Innovation, and Barrel operations at Revolution's production brewery in neighboring Avondale. As Barrel Program Manager he designs and produces beers for one of the nation's most-decorated programs, Revolution Brewing's Deep Wood Series.
Andrew Wiehebrink - Independent Stave Company
As Director of Spirit Research & Innovation, Andrew works closely with Independent Stave Company's distilling customers to push the envelope of what is possible in the world of spirits production. In addition to creating and testing new products, Andrew designs experiments and conducts research to advance the understanding of whiskey maturation, barrel performance, and alternative barrel construction.
Roger Huff - Gallant Fox Brewing Company
Roger, alongside Patrick Workman, launched Gallant Fox Brewing in Louisville in 2020 and expanded to Mt. Washington in 2022. Specializing in the fusion of a beer and bourbon menu, Roger has amassed a selection of over 300 bourbons at each location and developed beers in collaboration with distilleries like Yellowstone, Good Times, and Pursuit United, highlighting the unique flavors of the bourbon barrels used for aging.
Moderated By
Jessica Adkins - H&A Barrel Management
Meet Jessica Ann, a Kentucky native and bourbon insider with a strong understanding of the power of hospitality and its relationship to business operations and planning. With a high degree of professionalism and the ability to connect with all types of people, she possesses a successful background in both social work and the whiskey industry. In 2017, she traded in her casework for cask work and transitioned into coordinating private bourbon tours for Pegasus Transportation Company, where she designed custom tours for 100,000 people visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
She also gained valuable experience working as the executive assistant to spirits critic and author Fred Minnick. Currently, she works for the French-based company H&A Barrel Management, which offers financial, removal, and rental services for barrels. Jessica specializes in oak sustainability and serves as the North American Secondary Barrel Sales Representative. Her expertise lies in facilitating the movement of used wine casks for bourbon and spirits finishing. She is known as a friend to the bourbon industry and a respected consultant and connector.
Proudly Sponsored By Underberg!
Enjoy a moment of rejuvenation with Underberg, the herbal digestive crafted with herbs from over 40 countries. For 175 years, people have unwrapped these tiny bottles after a good meal or beer, experiencing not just its complex character but a delightful feeling of well-being.
Founded by Hubert Underberg in 1846, this aromatic drink has been enjoyed by those seeking a pleasant sensation after indulgence. Made with care and matured in Slovenian oak, Underberg's herbal blend is a tradition handed down through five generations of excellence.
Ask your bartender for one today or visit www.underberg.com.
Event Details:
- Location: “Next Door” @ 3rd Turn Brewing
- Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Admission: $45
In addition to the panel, your ticket grants you:
- A tasting experience curated by our panelists
- Bites provided by Four Pegs
This is a Louisville Beer Week ticketed event hosted at “Next Door” @ 3rd Turn Brewing. Space is limited. Ensure your spot and purchase your ticket today.
Featured Panelists:
Jackie Zykan - Hidden Barn Whiskey
Known for having one of the most respected palates in American Whiskey, Jackie Zykan’s approach to blending looks a lot like her approach to life - focused on balance, structure, and celebrating unique nuances. A native of St. Louis, and now calling Louisville, Kentucky home, she brings more than 16 years of beverage alcohol industry experience.
With degrees in biology and chemistry, and experience in multi-concept beverage directorship, cocktail strategy, category education, product development, perfumery based in bourbon, and global marketing, her career has taken her to nearly every corner of the world of American Whiskey, giving her perspective and capability that few can match. She’s regarded not only for her technical know-how but for her personal style of whiskey education, which is relatable and focuses on the emotional connection to sensorial experiences.
Most recently, Jackie served as Master Taster for Old Forester where she came to develop her hallmark style of blending and descriptive analysis, while remaining focused on quality, integrity, and her signature approachability. She now holds the position of Master Blender and partner in Hidden Barn Whiskey, as well as ownership of the whiskey-based fragrance brand, ODUOAK.
Marty Scott - Revolution Brewing
Marty Scott attended Siebel’s Concise Course in Brewing Technology in 2010 before apprenticing at Revolution Brewing’s brewpub in Chicago's Logan Square. Over the past decade, he's held lead positions in Packaging, Cellar, Quality & Innovation, and Barrel operations at Revolution's production brewery in neighboring Avondale. As Barrel Program Manager he designs and produces beers for one of the nation's most-decorated programs, Revolution Brewing's Deep Wood Series.
Andrew Wiehebrink - Independent Stave Company
As Director of Spirit Research & Innovation, Andrew works closely with Independent Stave Company's distilling customers to push the envelope of what is possible in the world of spirits production. In addition to creating and testing new products, Andrew designs experiments and conducts research to advance the understanding of whiskey maturation, barrel performance, and alternative barrel construction.
Roger Huff - Gallant Fox Brewing Company
Roger, alongside Patrick Workman, launched Gallant Fox Brewing in Louisville in 2020 and expanded to Mt. Washington in 2022. Specializing in the fusion of a beer and bourbon menu, Roger has amassed a selection of over 300 bourbons at each location and developed beers in collaboration with distilleries like Yellowstone, Good Times, and Pursuit United, highlighting the unique flavors of the bourbon barrels used for aging.
Moderated By
Jessica Adkins - H&A Barrel Management
Meet Jessica Ann, a Kentucky native and bourbon insider with a strong understanding of the power of hospitality and its relationship to business operations and planning. With a high degree of professionalism and the ability to connect with all types of people, she possesses a successful background in both social work and the whiskey industry. In 2017, she traded in her casework for cask work and transitioned into coordinating private bourbon tours for Pegasus Transportation Company, where she designed custom tours for 100,000 people visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
She also gained valuable experience working as the executive assistant to spirits critic and author Fred Minnick. Currently, she works for the French-based company H&A Barrel Management, which offers financial, removal, and rental services for barrels. Jessica specializes in oak sustainability and serves as the North American Secondary Barrel Sales Representative. Her expertise lies in facilitating the movement of used wine casks for bourbon and spirits finishing. She is known as a friend to the bourbon industry and a respected consultant and connector.
Proudly Sponsored By Underberg!
Enjoy a moment of rejuvenation with Underberg, the herbal digestive crafted with herbs from over 40 countries. For 175 years, people have unwrapped these tiny bottles after a good meal or beer, experiencing not just its complex character but a delightful feeling of well-being.
Founded by Hubert Underberg in 1846, this aromatic drink has been enjoyed by those seeking a pleasant sensation after indulgence. Made with care and matured in Slovenian oak, Underberg's herbal blend is a tradition handed down through five generations of excellence.
Ask your bartender for one today or visit www.underberg.com.
“Your job is so cool.”
While it has its perks, the beer industry has its challenges too.
Introducing the new Louisville Beer For All Panel, brought to you by 78 Social in partnership with Kentucky Guild of Brewers. Dive deep into real stories from individuals across the Commonwealth. Hear from those who've faced, or is facing, barriers in the industry - be it financial, geographical, gender-related, stereotypes, or disabilities.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 25th, 7-9 PM
Where: Noble Funk Brewing Co.
Entry: FREE and open to all
Panelists include:
Sawyer Robbins (Blue Stallion Brewing Company)
Tyler Montgomery (Abettor Brewing Company)
Leah Dienes (Apocalypse Brew Works)
John Shrader (Noble Funk Brewing Company)
Moderated by:
Katie Molck (Kentucky Guild of Brewers)
Join the conversation and be part of the change. See you there!
Proudly sponsored by 78 Social.
78 Social is Louisville's premiere, members-only diplomat society - where our city's most essential advocates gather, grow, engage, and build energy behind Louisville. Within this portal, you can access industry peer networking through the live feed and specific interest groups within the hospitality community, invitations to exclusive events, and educational training opportunities.
While it has its perks, the beer industry has its challenges too.
Introducing the new Louisville Beer For All Panel, brought to you by 78 Social in partnership with Kentucky Guild of Brewers. Dive deep into real stories from individuals across the Commonwealth. Hear from those who've faced, or is facing, barriers in the industry - be it financial, geographical, gender-related, stereotypes, or disabilities.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 25th, 7-9 PM
Where: Noble Funk Brewing Co.
Entry: FREE and open to all
Panelists include:
Sawyer Robbins (Blue Stallion Brewing Company)
Tyler Montgomery (Abettor Brewing Company)
Leah Dienes (Apocalypse Brew Works)
John Shrader (Noble Funk Brewing Company)
Moderated by:
Katie Molck (Kentucky Guild of Brewers)
Join the conversation and be part of the change. See you there!
Proudly sponsored by 78 Social.
78 Social is Louisville's premiere, members-only diplomat society - where our city's most essential advocates gather, grow, engage, and build energy behind Louisville. Within this portal, you can access industry peer networking through the live feed and specific interest groups within the hospitality community, invitations to exclusive events, and educational training opportunities.
IYKYK
Presented by: A Friend of Louisville Beer
October 25th, 11:59 PM - October 26th, 12:05 AM.
Presented by: A Friend of Louisville Beer
October 25th, 11:59 PM - October 26th, 12:05 AM.
We're thrilled to invite you to the inaugural My Morning Beer Fest, a unique and new event presented by Louisville Ale Trail and Gallant Fox Brewing. This isn’t just a beer festival - it’s a celebration! A tip of the hat to all the hardworking brewery employees and owners who have poured their efforts into making Louisville Beer Week spectacular. Now, it’s their turn to sit back, relax, and enjoy some fantastic beers from across Kentucky with YOU (yes, you, their favorite customer).
Featured Breweries: Gallant Fox Brewing, Brew Bridge, Mirror Twin, Scout & Scholar, The Pub on Second, and Bircus.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 28th
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Gallant Fox Basecamp Warehouse (131 N. Spring Street, Louisville, KY, 40206)
Gate admission:
21+ event
Event Highlights:
Schedule of Events:
My Morning Beer Fest is proudly sponsored by Malteurop Malting Company, represented by Louisville's own Rick Barney, a third-generation expert in brewing and distilling. With roots dating back to the 1860s, this farmer-owned company operates from 23 global malthouses and sources barley from U.S. and Canadian farmers. Committed to local connections, they service breweries and distilleries from their extensive network of U.S. warehouses, including Louisville.
Featured Breweries: Gallant Fox Brewing, Brew Bridge, Mirror Twin, Scout & Scholar, The Pub on Second, and Bircus.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 28th
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Gallant Fox Basecamp Warehouse (131 N. Spring Street, Louisville, KY, 40206)
Gate admission:
21+ event
Event Highlights:
- Breakfast-themed beers!
- The first 70 guests receive a free gift from Louisville Ale Trail
- Live Music by Stephen Farrior (10a-1p)
- Cereal Eating Contest
- Best Dressed PJ Contest (we’ll be crowning a PJ Prince and a PJ Princess).
- Saturday Morning Cartoons by What The Lou
- A beer press station by Louisville Ale Trail
- Gallant Fox Breakfast Food Truck
- Coffee station by Beer Syrup Company
- Mimosa and Bloody Mary Bar by Biscuit Belly (The Official Brunch of Louisville Beer Week!)
Schedule of Events:
- 10am-11am: Happy Hour!
- 11am-12pm: Cereal eating contest. The first to eat a whole box wins.
- 12pm-1pm: Best Dressed PJ Contest.
- 1pm-2pm: Surprise Set by DJ Crepes
My Morning Beer Fest is proudly sponsored by Malteurop Malting Company, represented by Louisville's own Rick Barney, a third-generation expert in brewing and distilling. With roots dating back to the 1860s, this farmer-owned company operates from 23 global malthouses and sources barley from U.S. and Canadian farmers. Committed to local connections, they service breweries and distilleries from their extensive network of U.S. warehouses, including Louisville.