In-Person Wine, Beer & Cocktail Tastings in Chicago
From the Loop to the suburbs, Bottles Nation brings expert-led tasting experiences to your venue, office or private space. Led by a sommelier with 20+ years in Chicago’s hospitality industry.
We handle everything.
Tasting Experiences Available in Chicago
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A curated selection of wines guided by a certified sommelier. We bring the bottles, the glassware, the tasting sheets and the expertise. Your group tastes, learns, and discovers new favorites - all without leaving your space.
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Explore a range of craft beer styles with a certified cicerone. From IPAs to stouts, your group will learn what makes each beer unique and how to identify tasting notes like a pro.
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Our mixologists guide your group through hands-on cocktail making. We bring all the ingredients, tools, and instructions. Your guests walk away knowing how to make two signature cocktails.
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A guided journey through bourbon, rye, scotch, or tequila - or a mix of all. Mini bottles, tasting mats, and expert commentary included.
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Non-alcoholic doesn’t mean boring. Our mocktail tastings are vibrant, creative, and perfect for groups that want an inclusive experience.
Built for Chicago’s Event Scene
Corporate Events & Offsites - We’ve worked with companies across the Loop, River North and the greater Chicagoland area. From small leadership dinners to large-scale team events, we scale to fit.
Team Building - Tasting events consistently rank among the most popular team activities. They’re interactive, social, and don’t require anyone to fall backward into a colleague’s arms.
Holiday Parties - A sommelier-led tasting adds a unique, sophisticated touch to your annual celebration. We handle setup, hosting, and cleanup.
Client Entertainment - Make a lasting impression on clients with a curated tasting at your office, a private dining room, or any venue of your choice.
Private Celebrations - Milestone birthdays, engagement parties, bachelor and bachelorette events, family reunions. We create a memorable experience in any setting.
Serving the Greater Chicago and the Greater Chicagoland Area
We host in-person tastings across Chicago and surrounding suburbs, including the Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, West Loop, Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville and beyond. We bring the full experience to your space - corporate offices, private homes, restaurants, event venues, rooftop spaces and more.
Have a unique venue in mind? We love a creative setting. Let us know and we’ll make it happen.
Ready to plan your Chicago tasting event?
Whether you’re hosting a corporate event in the Loop or a private party in the suburbs, we bring the full experience to you.
Get a custom quote.
Call us: 708.205.9493
Send us a note: hello@bottlesnation.com
