Master Distiller’s Series: A. Smith Bowman’s David Bock – Alexandria, VA

An Evening with Master Distiller David Bock of A. Smith Bowman

Meet & Greet (6:30-7:30):

Enjoy a flight of three amazing A. Smith Bowman whiskies, including Bowman Brothers Virginia Straight Bourbon, Isaac Bowman Port Finish Whiskey, and John. J Bowman Single Barrel, while meeting the Master Distiller of these fine spirits

Pairing Dinner (7:30-10:00):

A Four Course Meal featuring a menu incorporating A. Smith Bowman Spirits with Virginia Barbecue, featuring discussions of the Spirits, the Distillery and the process of crafting A. Smith Bowman Whiskies. Dinner will also feature an exclusive Pour of Abraham Gingerbread #2 Bourbon

Dinner Menu:

SMOKED CORN & BACON CHOWDER

Paired with a refreshing take on the whiskey sour

BOURBON-GLAZED DUCK SKEWERS

Paired with a Cherry-Bourbon Smash

BOURBON-BRAISED BRISKET

Paired with a Bourbon Brooklyn

SMOKED BOURBON ICE CREAM

Served with A. Smith Bowman Gingerbread #2 Bourbon

David Bock | An Expert Blend of Experience and Experimentation

David Bock has combined his love of whiskey and operational skills to lead the A. Smith Bowman Distillery team, producing some of Virginia’s finest spirits enjoyed around the world.

David honed his distilling and operational experience at the Sazerac House, where he started the distilling program from the ground up, including sourcing raw material, training distillation techniques to new team members, and starting up new bottling lines.