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Bourbon Tastings with Gary Crunkleton

Date: Fri, Sep 11, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Venue: The Crunkleton, Chapel Hill

Price: $125

Category: Food & Drink

September is Bourbon Heritage Month in the United States and The Crunkleton Chapel Hill is hosting a series of special Office Hours tastings with Gary Crunkleton. This curated tasting features bourbons from our vast collection including antiques, barrel picks, and some unsung heroes that deserve recognition. We will hold these tastings: Friday, September 11th at 7:00pm Tuesday, September 15th at 7:00pm Saturday, September 19th at 7:00pm Wednesday, September 23rd at 7:00pm Sunday, September 27th at 7:00pm Wednesday, September 30th at 7:00pm Tickets are $125 per person with a max of 15 guests. Please fill out the form to secure a spot. We will be in touch to finalize and with further details.

Food & Drink · Chapel Hill

Bourbon Tastings with Gary Crunkleton

Book immediately because spots are capped at 15 people and will sell out.

When
Tomorrow
Fri, Sep 11, 2026
7:00 PM
Where
The Crunkleton
Chapel Hill, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
$125
chapel hill
Bourbon Tastings with Gary Crunkleton
Food & Drink

Bourbon Tastings with Gary Crunkleton is an intimate, guided tasting event featuring rare, antique, and hand-selected spirits at the iconic Franklin Street bar. Gary Crunkleton leads the session, sharing his deep knowledge of whiskey history while pouring pours from the venue's private collection. What to Know: This is a strictly 21-and-over event, so you will need to leave the kids at home. Tickets cost $125 per person, and attendance is capped at just 15 guests per session to keep the conversation personal. The tasting begins at 7:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026. Street parking is available along Franklin Street, or you can use the nearby municipal lot on Rosemary Street. If you can secure a babysitter, this is an excellent weekend option for parents who want to learn about high-end spirits in a relaxed, sophisticated setting. It offers a quiet break from the usual weekend routine and a chance to taste bottles that are incredibly difficult to find in local stores.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event suitable for children?
No, this tasting is strictly for adults aged 21 and older. It is designed as a date night or social outing for adults.
How much are tickets and what is included?
Tickets are $125 per person. This price covers the curated tasting of select antique and rare bourbons led by Gary Crunkleton.
Where should I park for the event?
You can look for metered street parking on Franklin Street or use the public parking decks located on Rosemary Street, just a short walk from the venue.

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Schedule

Bourbon Tastings with Gary Crunkleton runs Fri, Sep 11, 2026, 7:00 PM.

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The Crunkleton is at 320 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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