Bosscat Kitchen & Libations, a well-known restaurant in Irvine, is hosting the inaugural Orange County Whiskey Festival on October 15. Founded by John Reed and Leslie Nguyen, this restaurant has built a reputation for its extensive whiskey selection since opening in 2014. Daily Dose Hospitality, the restaurant group behind Bosscat, aims to create a memorable event that highlights the region’s whiskey culture.

The festival will take place at the Park at Lakeshore, where Bosscat’s flagship location is situated. It promises to be an outdoor celebration featuring a diverse range of whiskeys, bourbons, and crafted cocktails, with participation from over 20 whiskey brands, including Angels Envy, Bulleit, and Jack Daniel’s. Food offerings will come from various restaurants within Daily Dose’s portfolio, such as TEN Sushi & Cocktail Bar and Baba G’s.

This "low cost, high proof" event has general admission tickets priced at $70 for 6 p.m. entry, with VIP access available for $95 at 5 p.m. VIP ticket holders can also look forward to exclusive gift bags, further enhancing their experience.

Nguyen expressed excitement about the festival’s debut and the potential for its growth in the coming years, hoping to establish it as a signature event in Orange County.

For more details and to secure tickets, visit eventbrite.com.