Whisky shows provide the perfect opportunity for both trade members and consumers alike to immerse themselves in one of the world’s most exciting spirits categories.

We round-up the world’s top 10 whisky shows

From fairs on board a luxury cruise ship and events which honour the Sabbath, to Speyside celebrations and Bourbon festivals, there are an array of whisky shows for both aficionados and novices to attend this year.

A firm fixture in the diaries of spirits fans the world-over – from the San Francisco to Moscow – whisky shows offer a range of exhibitions, seminars and masterclasses, and of course an abundance of damn good drams.

So if you’re planning which spirits events to mark on your calendar this year, then take a look at our round-up of the world’s top 10 whisky shows.

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