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Premier whisky festival in the Baltics

History of
Riga Whisky & Friends

First held in September 2024,

Across the Riga Circus arena, balcony, courtyard, and the historic "Horse Stable," guests will discover leading whisky and spirits brands presenting nearly 200 world-renowned whiskies. Alongside the tastings, visitors can enjoy masterclasses, exquisite cocktails crafted by top bartenders, a cigar lounge, live music, and other inseparable companions of whisky culture.

Hosted throughout the iconic Riga Circus – including the Main Arena, the Balcony, the Courtyard, and the historic Horse Stable – the festival brings together leading whisky brands, importers, and distributors from Latvia and beyond.

Across these spaces, visitors can explore and taste nearly 200 world-renowned whiskies alongside a carefully curated selection of other premium spirits.

But Riga Whisky & Friends is about much more than tastings. Throughout the day, guests can take part in exclusive masterclasses led by internationally recognised whisky experts, enjoy expertly crafted signature cocktails, attend special whisky dinners, relax in the cigar lounge, discover carefully selected food pairings, and soak up the vibrant festival atmosphere with live music and great company.

In just a few years, Riga Whisky & Friends has become one of the Baltic region's most anticipated whisky events, bringing together world-class spirits, industry professionals, and whisky lovers for a truly memorable celebration of craftsmanship, flavour, and community.