Next Gen Sociable

Thanks to the hard work and support of the sponsors, participants, and the Next Gen volunteer committee, Next Gen Sociable had 250 guests and raised over $8,500 to support the United Way serving KFL&A.

Next Gen Sociable, Next Gen’s signature event, was held on April 6, 2013 at The Grand Theatre. Next Gen Sociable provides an afternoon of fun, offering sampling of specialty beer and whisky with live entertainment. This year there were ten breweries, a tasting range of six unique whiskies and hors d’oeuvres from a local gourmet catering company.

Viva Productions was on site at Sociable. Check out their coverage of this great event. (www.vivaproductions.ca).

Celebrating Music

A good time deserves a good soundtrack. Enjoy live music while you sample beverages.

In 2013 guests at enjoyed live music from Justin André, Debbie Laprade with Johnny San and Gingy.

Specialized Tasting Sessions

Take in special tasting sessions and learn about the beverages you can sample. Have you ever wondered what “single malt” means? Do you know the difference between an “ale” and a “lager”? Beer and whisky connoisseurs provided specialized information sessions throughout the event to enhance the tasting experience.

In 2013 information sessions were offered by Scotch Expert: Sylvain Bouffard, from “…Just A Wee Dram – Scotch Whisky Seminar” and Beer Expert: Ian Coutts, Beer Expert and Author of Brew North.

2013 Participating Breweries

Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co.
County Cider Company & Estate Winery
Gananoque Brewery
Great Lakes Brewery
HogsBack Brewing Company
Mill Street Brewery
Muskoka Brewery
Nickel Brook Brewery
Steam Whistle
The Premium Beer Company

Whisky

Experience the tasting range of six unique whiskies including one special surprise whisky.

Want to know more about Next Gen Sociable? Check out this great video by Viva Productions (www.vivaproductions.ca).

This is a fundraising event, organized and run by volunteers from the United Way KFL&A Next Gen initiative with all proceeds from this event going to United Way KFL&A.