Welcome to the annual 716 EmPOURium Whiskey, Wine & Spirits Tasting information page!
Our annual tasting event hosts Distilleries, Breweries, Wineries, Meaderies (and more!) from near and far, and provides a fun and knowledgeable environment for sampling from various Vendors. Proceeds for this event benefit K.I.A. Memorial Roadmarch: a non-profit that honors all military members from NYS who were Killed In Action (K.I.A.) since 9/11 and raises funds and food for our local Veterans. To date, K.I.A. Memorial Roadmarch has raised over 550,000 pounds of food for local pantries.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
Q) What time is the 716 EmPOURium Event?
A) 6 to 9 PM
Q) Where is the 716 EmPOURium Event?
A) See Eventbrite for updated info.
Q) Cost of 716 EmPOURium Event Admission (GA) Ticket?
A) Check Eventbrite for updated ticket price.
Q) How many whiskeys will be available to try?
A) The list will be evolving until the event, please stay updated on our social media for 716 EmPOURium and K.I.A. Memorial Roadmarch
Q) What is not included with the General Admission ticket.
A) Food and other beverages such as beer and pop, however they will be available to purchase.
Q) Will there be Designated Driver (DD) Tickets available?
A) No. Be a responsible drinker and make a plan for getting home that doesn’t require Police involvement.
Q) Are samples free?
A) Yes upon entry after your tickets are scanned.
Q) Will tickets sell out?
A) We are anticipating a sell out. We know Buffalo is a drinking town and we are a Buffalo company.
Q) What brands will be attending?
A) The final list will be evolving until mid March, but we’ll be posting updates on and social media @716 EmPOURium @KIAMemeorial and @Thirteenmonkeyswhiskeys regularly as new vendors are added.
Q) Is the event for people 21 and over?
A) Yes. If a person is under 21 years old and tries to enter the event with a ticket they purchased online or one that was provided to them, they will not be granted entry and the purchaser will not receive a refund for the ticket. You must be 21 years of age or older to enter this event and no exceptions to the rule will be made.
Q) Do I have to buy anything when I’m in the event?
A) The only thing you’ll have to buy is food if you desire. Some Vendors may choose to sell their product there
Q) Is there security?
A) There will be security present at the event and they are tasked with keeping the evening civilized and safe. Please be courteous, respectful and kind to others and keep in mind that everyone is coming together to have fun and positive experience.
Q) Suggestions for a Safe & Enjoyable Event
A) Use the spit buckets. You’re doing a tasting and should pace yourself doing 10 shots in 5 minutes is not going to be enjoyable. There’s no pressure to drink everything you’re trying. The brand representatives who will be present expect you to spit out their products after trying and won’t be offended if you do! It may seem silly or impolite, but it’s how the whiskey world works. Each Vendor will have a spit container.
Rinse out your glass between whiskeys! You don’t want a new sample to taste like the previous product.
** There’s going to be lines at the beginning of the event as people get in and spread throughout the venue. It may seem like you won’t have enough time to try everything you want, but we promise that you will. No need to worry or drink quickly. You will have time to experience all you’d like!
Please coordinate a ride home from a ride share service or friend/family member.
Hard Rules please follow if violated you will be escorted out:
No violence or aggressive behavior.
No firearms or weapons.
No smoking in the venue. (There is an outdoor smoking area and your drinks are allowed)
Note: If for some reason event needs to be postponed, (Snowstorm etc) we will have this event on a different date, no worries we will not let you down and will have the event, please be flexible if this happens. Thank you!
