January 22 – Desert Dyes – The Colors of Tucson’s Presidio
Join us on Thursday, January 22nd at 6 pm at Whiskey Del Bac for a special collaborative educational seminar with the Presidio San Agustin! This interactive lecture and cochineal demonstration will provide insight into the traditional methods to dye fabrics from an historical perspective, led by Educator and Engagement Specialist at the Presidio, Wolf Whitney-Hul. While most people don’t know it, one of the most valuable Spanish exports from their co
November 18 – Visit Tucson – Member Meet & See Mixer
We’re excited to welcome you to the Visit Tucson Meet & See networking mixer at Whiskey Del Bac on Tuesday, November 18, from 4:30-6:30 p.m! You’ll enjoy light bites provided by Kneller’s Delicatessen, samples of Whiskey del Bac’s award-winning spirits, and a cash bar while networking with Tucson’s travel and tourism industry professionals. The Whiskey del Bac Distillery encourages all registrants to wear closed-toed shoes for th
December 02 – Tucson Young Professionals Holiday Mixer
Celebrate the season with TYP and YLU! Join us Dec. 2 for holiday glam, live music, festive fun, and a chance to give back. Join us for a dazzling evening of holiday cheer at Whiskey Del Bac as Tucson Young Professionals (TYP) and Young Leaders United (YLU) come together for the 2025 Holiday Party! Dress up in your Holiday Glam or go all-out for the Holiday Costume Contest (optional; $5 entry fee with proceeds supporting United Way) and gather with Tucson&
November 29th – Sip & Shop – Small Business Saturday Holiday Market at Whiskey Del Bac
Join us for a Sip and Shop Pop Up Market at Whiskey Del Bac on Small Business Saturday, November 29th from 1-6PM. Sip a signature cocktail or American single malt pour with Whiskey Del Bac, shop with Tucson’s small business vendors and eat something new with a line of food trucks to choose from. Whiskey Del Bac also offers a variety of non-alcoholic drink options. Event is free to attend and all ages are welcome, we just require that guests under 21+ be
November 13 – Armchair Anthropology : Road Signs & Walking Shoes
Road Signs and Walking Shoes: Sandals and Sandal Imagery as Part and Parcel of the Chaco Road System. For over 25 years, Dr. Benjamin A. Bellorado has conducted collaborative research with descendant communities, archaeological fieldwork, and collections-based research. As Assistant Curator of Archaeology at the Arizona State Museum, his work focuses on understanding the ways that ancient cultures interacted with the social and natural worlds and how ident
October 21st – Saloons of Tucson – Book Discussion w/ author Homer Thiel
Join us from 6-8 pm on Tuesday, October 21st at Whiskey Del Bac for a book reading and discussion of Saloons of Tucson, with author and archaeologist, Homer Thiel. Homer Thiel is a native of Traverse City, Michigan and has archaeology degrees from University of Michigan and Arizona State University. He has worked as a historical archaeologist in Tucson since 1992. In 2006 he led an excavation that uncovered the Cactus Saloon on N. Toole Avenue. During Cov
October 03- Meet the Makers – A Wine & Whiskey Dinner at La Luz, at Westin La Paloma Hotel & Resort
Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening where the art of winemaking and whiskey distilling meets the joy of shared meals. Meet the Makers – A Wine and Whiskey Dinner at La Luz, at Westin La Paloma Hotel and Resort. Our Meet the Makers four-course dinner pairs the bold flavors of Laramita Cellars wines and Whiskey Del Bac with the culinary creations of La Luz Restaurant’s Executive Chef Devin Pinto. This is more than just a meal; this special eve
September 19 – Whiskey Del Bac Pairing Dinner at The Barn at Tanque Verde Guest Ranch
Step into an unforgettable evening of culinary artistry and exceptional whiskey at our Whiskey Del Bac Dinner on Friday, September 19, at 6 pm. Join us in the rustic charm of The Barn for a four-course feast expertly paired with the distinct flavors of Whiskey Del Bac American single malt. Meet Whiskey Del Bac Founder, Stephen Paul, and learn about the history and process of making whiskey here in the Sonoran Desert. The Tanque Verde Guest Ranch chefs hav
Armchair Anthropology – A Hopi Potter Extraordinaire – Seminar with Dr. Diane Dittemore
Join us for our next installment of Armchair Anthropology featuring speaker Diane D. Dittemore. Nampeyo (~1858-1942) was a stellar pottery maker, known for her interpretations of ancient Hopi pottery styles. She was the first Southwestern Native potter to become known to the American public through traders promoting her wares, her travels across the country and through summer residencies demonstrating at the Grand Canyon. Nampeyo left a legacy that dozens
