Merging the Worlds of Bourbon and Plants
Presented By
Foster & Motley Wealth Management
Also Sponsored By
Drees Homes
Native Roots
Ammon Nursery
More sponsorship opportunities are available, email us for more info.
Join us for an electrifying summer night at the Karrikin Spirits to champion the Boone County Arboretum!
Register For In-Person Event
Silent Auction Online - Bidding Now Open
Delight in an immersive experience that harmonizes the realms of bourbon and plants, promising an unforgettable blend of socializing, networking, and philanthropy—all in one vibrant event, in a charming event space! Indulge in tasty hors d'oeuvres, along with spirits and other beverages that were made just a few feet away.
The highlight of our evening will be a featured presentation by Dr. Harmonie Bettenhausen from the James Beam Institute, shedding light on the influence that specific plants have on the production of Kentucky's revered bourbon. Explore how different grains define the very essence and character of this distilled spirit, giving each bourbon not only a difference from other whiskeys, but also a uniqueness from other bourbon distillers.
A silent auction of select bourbons, themed accessories, activity and destination ticket packages, and much more will be set up for browsing at the event. All auction bidding will be online and is now open for items we've already received. Winners attending the event can take their items home that night, winners participating remotely can pick up their items from the Arboretum office --by appointment please-- during the weekdays after the event through August 15.
The first 150 registrants will receive a free potted oak tree at the event!
Thursday, July 31, 2025, 5:30 - 9:00 pm
- 5:30 pm -- Doors Open; Grab a drink and mingle
- 6:00 pm -- Welcome and Introduction by Kris Stone, Arboretum Director
- 6:15 pm -- Words from our sponsor: Tony Luckhardt with Foster and Motley Wealth Management
- 6:45 pm -- Words from our sponsors: Brock MacKay with Viox & Viox, and Donna Franke with Drees
- 7:15 pm -- Presentation By Dr. Harmonie Bettenhausen, James Beam Institute
- 8:00 pm -- Silent Auction Ends
Don't forget to pick up your oak tree as you leave the event.
Location
Karrikin Spirits
3717 Jonlen Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45227
All proceeds from this annual event benefit the Friends of Boone County Arboretum to continually improve the Arboretum grounds and educational opportunities.
This event is for ages 21+ only.
Pre-Registration Required
Secure your spot now for an evening of sensory delights and community support! Registration prices include the presentation, catered hors d'oeuvres, and one drink ticket for a spirit or beverage of your choice from the cash bar which features a wide selection of locally made spirits, beers and seltzers. The first 150 people to register will also receive a potted oak tree!
- $75.00 --- General Admission
- $65.00 --- Members of Friends of BCA
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