Name: Bourbon Tasting with Barrel Master Tom Fischer: Passports & Proof
Start: 2026-06-18T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-06-18T22:00:00-04:00
Location: 445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32801

Bourbon Tasting with Barrel Master Tom Fischer: Passports & Proof

What can barrels and their journeys do to an American whiskey? While bourbon and rye technically start in new charred oak, the story doesn’t end there. That same whiskey might then rest in casks that once held Japanese whisky, Armagnac, port, sherry or wine. The spirit stays American at its core, but the added layers are global.
This event digs into the transformation of how wood, prior contents and time in those barrels change what you smell, taste and feel in the glass, and how to tell the difference. By the end of the night, you’ll know which finishes speak to you, how to spot them on a label or menu and how to use them to make your own home pours and tastings feel more intentional—and a lot more interesting.
About the Host
Founder of BourbonBlog.com, bourbon expert Tom Fischer raises the bar on what tastings can be. For nearly 20 years, Tom has explored rickhouses, judged spirits competitions, written about bourbon and followed its growth and story. From his appearance as the featured Bourbon expert on the hit Netflix series Heist to stages at food and wine festivals across the country, he’ll bring that experience to each of these tasting events.
About the Band
With their foot-stomping rhythms, sing-along choruses and flourishes of mandolin and dobro, Orlando-based band Beemo weaves together folk, Americana and string traditions with a polished modern take. Playing original music as well as creative covers, Beemo has garnered a treasured following after nearly a decade performing locally.