World whisky forum 2025

Bordeaux – France

From the 24^th to the 26^th June 2025, the World Whisky Forum will be the essential meeting point for contemporary distilleries and major whisky players from all around the world. Each day will be animated by inspiring conferences, providing exciting encounters and insightful discussions to explore together the challenges and opportunities that are redefining this exceptional industry.

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24^th of June

Maison Lineti

The first day will begin with a warm welcome, followed by a hands-on workshop that will allow you to delve within Maison Lineti’s universe. This will be followed by an exclusive immersion in the heart of the distillery, where you will discover where our Vintage Whiskies are made. Finally, to end this day of sharing, a cocktail reception will be held at the distillery, providing a convivial setting in which to exchange ideas and meet new people.

25^th of June

Cité du Vin

The second day will take place at the Cité du Vin in Bordeaux. Conferences will be held in the morning and afternoon, during which speakers will address major issues around the theme of ‘Building to last’. You will have the opportunity to exchange and share ideas with the other participants during the cocktail reception. The afternoon lectures will be followed by a convivial tasting session. After free time, a cocktail party will be held at the Belvédère, an iconic venue offering one of the most breathtaking views of Bordeaux.

Jonathan Driver

William Grant & Sons

Louise McGuane

J.J Corry Irish Whiskey

Stephen Davies

Penderyn

Lionel Kreff

Tonnellerie Baron

Barry Harrison

The Scotch Whisky Research Institute

David Griggs

Crisp Maltings

26^th of June

Cité du Vin

This 6^th edition of the World Whisky Forum will end with a last day, during which we invite you to another morning of conferences at the Cité du Vin. A cocktail reception will give you one last opportunity to share ideas and expand your network in a convivial setting. The afternoon will continue with a final series of conferences, before bringing your stay to an end. To facilitate your departure, we will then organise your transport to the Bordeaux-Mérignac airport.