This is the moment Grayslake has been waiting for! The limited-edition Grayslake Chamber 75th Anniversary Bourbon, created in partnership with Whiskey Acres Distilling Co., has been bottled and is ready for its grand release.
📣 PRESALE: This is a one-time release. Secure your bottle of Grayslake history now by visiting our online store at www.thebeerbazaar.com/Store
Mark your calendars for the official release and Cocktail Tour on Saturday, November 29th (Small Business Saturday!).
The Chamber’s 75th Anniversary Bourbon: A Masterpiece
We are honored to be the exclusive pickup location for this incredible, limited-edition spirit:
- The Partnership: This bourbon was custom-finished by the experts at Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. | Find more from Whiskey Acres Distilling Co here.
- The Finish: Meticulously aged in Jamaican Rum Barrels and rested on Amburana Staves for a truly unique profile!
- The Flavor: This warming spirit is perfect for winter, featuring delightful, distinct notes of overripe banana and cinnamon bark—a complex and comforting sipper.
- The Cause: A portion of each bottle sale ($5) is donated to the Chamber’s Small Business Grants, directly supporting local businesses!
Honoring Local Art & Design
- Logo Design: The Chamber’s original 75th Anniversary logo was designed by Bill Mock of Mock Design Group | Find more from Mock Design Group here.
- Label Artwork: The incredible “Grain to Glass” whiskey label, featuring iconic Grayslake buildings, was created by Grayslake Arts Alliance member Sinéad Carus of Irish Viking Designs here and the Grayslake Arts Alliance | Find more from Grayslake Arts Alliance here.
Event Day Details: Saturday, November 29th
The festivities are a must-attend event for any whiskey lover!
- 12 PM: The Lecture! Start your day with Pat Brophy (VP of Sales at Whiskey Acres) at the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum | Find more from the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum here for an insider look at distilling.
- Sign up is recommended as space is limited! Suggested $5 donation benefits the Heritage Center & Museum: GrayslakeBourbon.Eventbrite.com
- The Pick-Up: Bottles are ONLY available for purchase and pickup at Beer Bazaar (107 Center Street, Grayslake, IL 60030) on Saturday, November 29th!
Immediately Following: The Cocktail Tour!
Join Pat, Sam, and Nader as they tour local spots to sample cocktails made with the special anniversary bourbon! The tour will feature signature cocktails at these Chamber member locations:
- The Vine – Grayslake, IL | The Vine Website Link
- Beer Bazaar Bottle Shop & Taproom (107 Center Street, Grayslake, IL 60030)
- Emil’s Tavern on Center | Emil’s Tavern Website Link
- 129 Center Cut | 129 Center Cut Website Link
- First Draft Grayslake | First Draft Grayslake Website Link
- Charlies | Charlies Website Link
- Black Lung Brewing Grayslake | Black Lung Brewing Website Link
