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The word "whisky" comes from the Gaelic uisge beatha (pronounced ooshky-bay) meaning 'water of life', with even earlier roots in the Old Irish words uisce and beothu, from around 900 AD. 

Evolving from the original uisge (ooshky) the word was anglicized over time to uiskie in 1618, to whiskie in 1715, to usky in 1736, and finally to whisky in 1746.

"Always carry a flagon of whiskey in case of snake bite and furthermore always carry a small snake."
W. C. Fields

"I like my whisky old and my women young."
Errol Flynn

SERVICES:  Private Functions

Vanek Whiskey Events would be pleased to join you at your home, cottage, chalet, or even on your yacht, in order to add the distinctive experience of a private whiskey tasting to that special gathering with your friends.

With our love of world whiskies and access to rare expressions of them, unique opportunities for both tasting themes and indulgence become possible.   For something really special, you can even host an event around whiskey expressions not available in Canada.  Regardless of your pleasure, we'll work with you to ensure that this will be a magnificant occasion to remember for all concerned.

Don't have the time or space for a formal tasting, why not add a whiskey bar to your event instead?

The next time you are planning a private function, consider the impact that a remarkable whisky tasting would add to events such as:

  • Anniversary or birthday parties
  • Dinner parties
  • Networking Events
  • Team social activitities
  • Condo owners events
  • Apres ski or curling events
  • Singles parties
  • Service organization functions
  • Golf tournaments
  • Professional association functions
  • Stag parties