Join us at Wiseguy Lounge inside Goodfellas Pizzeria OTR for “Finish the Flavor,” an interactive whiskey activation led by True Story Whiskey (@truestorywhiskey).
This isn’t your typical sit-and-sip tasting. It’s a guided sensory game that demonstrates how secondary barrel finishing transforms bourbon and rye into something entirely new.
You’ll team up, compare scent profiles, and match flavor notes to barrel staves used in the finishing process — all while a True Story Whiskey storyteller walks you through the craft behind it.
Expect education, friendly competition, and hands-on engagement with the finishing process that shapes modern whiskey.
What to Expect
Part I – The Game (Approx. 60 Minutes)
• Match scent jars to barrel staves
• Explore flavor notes like Amburana, Moscatel casks, and more
• Learn how secondary finishing changes whiskey character
• Guided by a True Story Whiskey expert
Part II – Guided Tasting
• Taste finished Bourbon and Rye expressions
• Understand how the flavor matches come to life in the glass
Part III – Happy Hour Hang
After the activation, stick around. Participants are invited to enjoy a casual happy hour in the lounge.
Your Ticket Includes
? Interactive guided experience
? Finished Bourbon & Rye tasting
? One slice of pizza
? One breadstick
? Post-event happy hour access
Who This Is For
• Bourbon enthusiasts
• Curious drinkers
• Industry folks
• Anyone who wants more than just a standard tasting
If you’ve ever wondered what finishing actually does to whiskey, this is your chance to experience it firsthand.
This experience is capped at 20 guests to keep it intimate and interactive. Once it’s full, it’s full.
Date and Time
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
March 31, 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location
Wiseguy Lounge inside Goodfellas Pizzeria at 1211 Main St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Fees/Admission
$20 plus tax and fees
Contact Information
Chelsey Hunt
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