From November 21st to December 24th, 2023, THE AVANT GARDISTS opens its pop-up at La Maison du Whisky's Lab.
Custom creation of your own gin, bottling of "cask-strength" whisky, tasting and mixology workshops - THE AVANT GARDISTS pop-up store is the ideal place for creating unique gifts for the holiday season.
OUR GIFTING EXPERIENCES
No reservation required, from November 21st to December 24th, 2023
CREATE YOUR OWN GIN WITH BACCAE
Discover the Parisian distillery BACCAE at the Custom Gin Creation Workshop, available every day at the TAG pop-up store.
Several pre-distillates are available for blending. Whether you desire it to be herbal, spicy, or more floral, the custom recipe will be crafted with the valuable guidance of our team, THE AVANT GARDISTS. Two labels created especially for the occasion can be personally signed by hand, adding an extra touch of personalisation.
Price : 44,90 € - Available every day during opening hours
BOTTLE YOUR WHISKY WITH LA PIAUTRE
In collaboration with La Piautre, an artisanal and organic malt-house, brewery, and distillery, THE AVANT GARDISTS offer you the opportunity to bottle your own whisky.
A French whisky cask is on display at the TAG pop-up for a real-time pouring, revealing not only a powerful and intense cask-strength whisky, but also a one-of-a-kind bottling. The bottle will then be labeled, sealed, and signed.
Price : 59,00 € - Available every day during opening hours
3 EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOPS
Walk-in masterclasses, no reservation required
DISCOVER OUR TASTING & MIXOLOGY WORKSHOPS
MIXOLOGY WORKSHOP WITH TRAVELLERS COCKTAILS
Becoming an institution worldwide, the Experimental Group collaborates with La Maison du Whisky to present a range of 'ready-to-drink' cocktails inspired by the journeys of its wandering bartenders. Paris, Venice, New York, London, and Verbier: the Travellers Cocktails creations are an invitation to travel. During this event, recreate and savour the range with an expert bartender from the Experimental Cocktail Club.
Admission: FREE, open to all - Join us all day on Saturday, December 2nd
TASTING WORKSHOP WITH LA CONSPIRATION
With roots in the Champagne region, La Conspiration gins are characterized by a winemaking approach led by their cellar master and master blender, Jérôme Lefèvre. La Conspiration produces organic and original gins, guided by grape varieties, complemented with fruits, cereals, and botanicals. Come discover and taste the Terroir range during this masterclass led by the master distiller.
Admission: FREE, open to all - Join us all day on Saturday, December 9th from 3pm to 6:30pm
TASTING & MIXOLOGY WORKSHOP WITH WITL & DE MICHELLOT
After travelling through Scotland and visiting more than thirty distilleries, Salim Duriaux-Hogga wanted to express his vision of whisky by creating the brand WITL. With the motto 'Whisky is the Limit' and as an independent bottler, he introduces you to whiskies with unique and authentic flavours, the result of his journey meeting Scottish distillers.
Simultaneously, Yoann Collot (@dosedefrance) invites you to taste the herbal liqueurs from De Michellot, a brand passionate about traditions and authenticity, dedicated to the revival of French spirits.
The collaboration between WITL & De Michellot provides a unique tasting experience and an exchange around the versatility of herbal spirits and whisky in cocktails.
Admission: FREE, open to all - Join us all day on Saturday, December 16th from 3pm to 6:30pm
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
From November 21st to December 24th, 2023
Le Lab de La Maison du Whisky
20 Rue d'Anjou
75008 Paris
Opening Hours
Monday: 09:30-19:00
Tuesday: 09:30-20:00
Wednesday: 09:30-20:00
Thursday: 09:30-20:00
Friday: 09:30-20:00
Saturday: 09:30-19:30
Sunday: CLOSED