Madison Cocktail Festival

media release: The inaugural Madison Cocktail Festival will be an all-inclusive celebration of the art and craft of the cocktail.

Hosted by PourTaste, which produces cocktail festivals across the country, the event will bring together benchmark spirit brands that helped shape the modern cocktail era and emerging producers offering a look at what comes next. The festival will also highlight Madison’s cocktail community, spotlighting the bartenders and mixologists who bring ingredients, techniques and creativity together night after night.

Participating brands will include Angel’s Envy, Broker’s Gin, Dancing Goat and Haus Alpenz Importers, with additional participants to be announced.

“I’m excited to highlight local talent alongside national brands that are eager to reach the Madison audience,” said Jon Yeager of PourTaste.

Tickets include spirit and cocktail samples from more than 20 participating vendors. Food from the Garver Lounge will be available for purchase during the festival.

Discounted early-access tickets will go on sale Sept. 24 for members of the Madison Cocktail Festival Insiders email list. Full-price tickets will become available to the general public Oct. 1. Guests can subscribe and find additional information on the Madison Cocktail Festival website.

Madison Cocktail Festival is open to guests ages 21 and older. A valid photo ID will be required for admission.