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Spirited Pairing: A Wisconsin Cheese and Bourbon Experience
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Friday, September 26, 2025
$205
$175
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Wine and cheese get all the headlines, but it’s hard to beat the bold and smooth flavors of bourbon and Wisconsin cheese. Attendees will begin with a sensory class taught by experts from the Center for Dairy Research to learn how to appreciate every aroma and flavor note. Next, we’ll take that knowledge to J. Henry & Sons for a guided tour and tasting with distinguished cheesemakers from around the state. The experience continues with a multi-course lunch prepared by James Beard Award-nominated Dan Fox of Madison’s celebrated Heritage Tavern. It promises to be an afternoon of refined tastes perfect for your new sensory skills.
- Welcome to Wisconsin grab-n-go breakfast and coffee
- Transportation by coach bus
- Expert-led cheese sensory class
- Chef-prepared lunch with beverages included
- Private tour of J. Henry & Sons
- Cheesemaker-led tastings