Whisky Lounge - Ad Gefrin Gaderung 2026

A new Whisky Lounge event is always something to celebrate. But one held at a working distillery, surrounded by the people who make it, in incredible surroundings? Make it so! This special summer event - as part of Ad Gefrin's 'Gaderung' - will be a celebration of whisky and music. Discover a multi-sensory journey of different whiskies joyfully matched with music that helps bring them to life – imagine smoky and peaty flavours perhaps paired to the raw sound of rock and roll, light floral flavours swaying to gentle acoustic folk, or a rich sherried malt accompanied by summer soul and funk. We will be releasing further information on a regular basis, but be sure that this will be a fantastic day out for whisky lovers, music lovers, and everyone inbetween! Sessions and tickets Ad Gefrin Distillery Saturday 1st August 2026 12pm - 8pm There are two ticket options: Taster Ticket £20 Included: - Ad Gefrin branded glass and TWL lanyard - 5 Dram tokens Tour Ticket £30 Included: - Ad Gefrin branded glass and TWL lanyard - 5 Dram tokens - Free distillery tour of Ad Gefrin Further dram tokens will be available to purchase on the day. The Bands Headline The Mojitos Hailing from the Newcastle and Whitley Bay, The Mojitos deliver infectious, guitar-driven rock ’n’ roll packed with melody, energy and heart. Blending the timeless songwriting spirit of classic British bands with the punch and swagger of modern indie rock, the four-piece have built a reputation for uplifting live shows, sharp hooks, and songs that stay with you long after the final chord. Inglenook Inglenook is a Durham-based folk band in Northeast UK, known for a lively, acoustic sound blending original tunes with folk, Americana, and Irish classics. The band features a mix of banjo, guitar, bass, and violin, and is well-known on the regional folk circuit, appearing at venues like Mosaic Tap and The Globe. Jaz Riley Jaz is a queer POC singer-songwriter based in Edinburgh, originally from a coastal town near Newcastle. Jaz draws inspiration from nature and their personal experiences that have shaped their life. Music has always been an anchor in their life - a way to process, connect, and grow. Jaz is carving out an intimate and honest sound. Scapegoat Scapegoat features a father (Eddie, guitar) and daughter (Niamh, vocals duo. Playing mainly a selection of their favourite songs from artists as diverse as Fleetwood Mac, Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix and Chris Isaac, they aim to please with their chilled vibes. Exhibitors… Check website for details of exhibitors. The boring bit Please, please ensure you buy tickets for the right session. We set strict limits on the number of tickets for each session so visitors can enjoy their whisky at their own pace. We are unable to swap tickets on the day. But, we’re mostly all human, so if you do buy the wrong session by accident, email [email protected] as soon as possible and we’ll do our best to sort out the muddle. Be Nice! We do not tolerate gender, racial or any kind abuse, potentially offensive clothing or behaviour. We reserve the right to refuse entry and remove any offenders. Just be a kind human! Please note: ‘last pour’ is always 15 minutes prior to the session end time. This is non-negotiable! Although the overall event is open to all ages, only those who can prove they are over 18 will be served alcohol. There are no exceptions to this rule. This venue does have disabled access via an appropriate ramp and/or lift. If in doubt or you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]