Potions and Vittles: Whiskey Cocktails & Bites Pairing

Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 at 6:30 PM
2013 West Division Street, Chicago, IL 60622Chicago, IL

About This Event

Join us again for our fourth installment of Cocktails & Bites.

See how cool our last renditions were:

Alpine Bites, Tequila & Bites , Martinis & Caviar

Be sure to get your tickets while you can! Ticket options include a single ticket for $95/person, or bring a friend and get a discount for $85/person (choose the buddy pack on the tickets page for this).

Join us for an intimate evening (22 seats) at one of Chicago's newest bars, The Alley Cat, of imbibing on whiskey potions brewed for you by Alessia Serafino and sinking your teeth on matching vittles crafted for you by Chef Jaymes Berry.

This guided tasting experience features four unique pairings. Throughout the evening, Alessia will share history, traditions and production methods of whiskey, while Chef Jaymes Berry discusses the inspiration behind the culinary pairings.

Doors open at 6:30pm for a welcome bite and mingling to get to know your fellow spooks. Chatting with someone you did not arrive with is highly encouraged (and makes for an even better evening)!

Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast, food lover, or simply looking for a unique night out, this event offers a delicious journey through the wonders of whiskey in a relaxed and engaging setting.

Your Ticket Includes

  • Four guided spirit and cocktail tastings
  • Four chef-crafted food pairings
  • Educational presentation
  • Opportunity to ask questions and interact with industry professionals
  • A unique tasting experience limited to just 22 guests

Pairing Menu

Welcome bite & Croithli 'Sessile' Irish whiskey cocktail

Bad Apples

The Caldron & Croithli 'Alba' Irish whiskey cocktail + neat tipple

Foraged Four Star Mushroom concoction, onion, leek, garlic, carrots, thyme

Into the Whiskey Woods & Croithli 'Robur' Irish whiskey cocktail + neat tipple

Whiskey Niman Ranch Grassfed Steak, tempura style fried greens, mushrooms

Hocus Pocus Bread & Croithli 'Sessile' Irish whiskey cocktail + neat tipple

Mushroom sweet savory treat, honey-candied spiced nuts with bone chilling honeycomb ice cream

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