MACAU, Oct 29 – Whisky Live & Fine Spirits Macau 2026 will return to Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau on Nov 27 and 28, bringing together rare whiskies, cocktail experts, fine dining and live entertainment.
Organised by SJM Resorts in collaboration with Whisky Magazine, the two-day event will feature more than 500 whiskies and fine spirits from over 80 international brands. Visitors can also explore expert-led masterclasses, special food pairings and an expanded Asia Bar Show featuring 16 bars from across the region.
16 Asian Bars to Showcase Cocktail Skills
The Asia Bar Show will bring together bartenders from Macau, Hong Kong, Seoul, Beijing and Taipei. They will present creative cocktails and share ideas shaped by their local drinking cultures.
Participating venues include MESA Bar at THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU, Seoul’s Alice Cheongdam, Beijing’s TIAO, Hong Kong’s Tell Camellia and Taipei’s Bar Mood. Other bars from Hong Kong, Macau and Taipei will also take part.
The programme aims to give visitors a closer look at contemporary cocktail-making and the people behind the drinks.
Rare Japanese Whisky Limited to 232 Bottles
One of the event’s highlights is the Ichiro’s Malt & Grain Single Cask Blended Whisky. Only 232 bottles will be available worldwide.
The whisky was matured in Chichibu and finished in an Imperial Stout cask. According to the organiser, its flavour profile includes dark chocolate, roasted coffee, caramel malt and vanilla, followed by a smoky finish.
The limited release is expected to attract whisky enthusiasts and collectors interested in rare bottlings.
Whisky Experts to Lead Masterclasses
Visitors can also attend masterclasses led by figures from the international whisky industry.
Speakers include Martin Markvardsen, Senior Brand Ambassador for Highland Park. Other participants include Hiroyuki Doda of Niigata Kameda Distillery, Michiaki Shinozaki of Shindo Distillery, Yasuaki Makishi of The Ontake Distillery and Kit Cheung, Co-Founder of Tankyu Distillery in Hong Kong.
The sessions will explore whisky production, distillery traditions and the expertise behind different spirits.
Michelin-Starred Restaurants to Offer Whisky Pairings
Food will be another key part of the festival. SJM will feature dishes from its signature culinary portfolio, alongside a VIP Lounge serving selected spirits, canapés and dim sum.
Two restaurants at Grand Lisboa Palace will host special whisky-pairing dinners.
On Nov 27, Palace Garden will present Qing Dynasty-inspired Taishi cuisine and whisky-infused dishes paired with Tormore and Port Askaig whiskies.
The following evening, Don Alfonso 1890 will pair Highland Park whiskies with its South Italian cuisine.
Live Music Across Two Nights
The festival will also feature live performances by musicians and DJs from the region.
Hong Kong jazz pianist Ted Lo and pop-jazz singer Ashia Liu will perform with a four-piece band. DJ SAIYAN and vocalist Filipe Tou are also scheduled to appear on opening night.
On Nov 28, Malaysian singer Karen Kong will perform pop and R&B. Hong Kong musician JNYBEATZ will bring a mix of hip-hop, electronic music and reworked Cantopop favourites.
Tickets, Dates and Venue
SJM will offer three hotel packages combining accommodation at Grand Lisboa Palace with event admission, tasting tokens and other privileges. Prices start from MOP2,488++, according to the organiser.
The event details are:
- Event: Whisky Live & Fine Spirits Macau 2026
- Dates: Nov 27–28, 2026
- Time: 2pm–10pm
- Venue: The Grand Hall, Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau
- Early-bird period: Until Nov 15, 2026
Tickets are available through the official Whisky Live Macau website. Hotel packages can be found on the Grand Lisboa Palace website.
The event is organised by SJM Resorts in collaboration with Whisky Magazine.
Source: PR Newswire | Rewritten By Minutesmy
