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Beam Distilling: Big House, Small Batch
A Jim Beam Bourbon Dinner with Tim Heuisler
Tuesday, May 19th | EDWINS 6:00PM
Join us at EDWINS for a special evening with Tim Heuisler, Global Ambassador for James B. Beam Distilling Co., as we explore the depth, tradition, and craftsmanship behind one of bourbon’s most iconic distilling families.
This multi-course dinner will take guests through the story of Beam Distilling, beginning with the foundation of Jim Beam and moving into the bold, nuanced world of its small batch expressions. Throughout the evening, Tim will guide guests through a curated lineup of bourbons, sharing the history, production, and personality behind each pour.
The menu for the night draws from Southern roots while staying true to the refined, thoughtful style of EDWINS. Each course is designed to complement the progression of the whiskeys, building from warm and welcoming flavors into deeper, richer expressions as the evening unfolds.
The Evening Includes
- A welcome cocktail featuring Jim Beam Black
- A multi-course dinner with bourbon pairings
- Guided tasting and storytelling from Tim Heuisler
- A featured lineup expected to include:
- Jim Beam Black
- Basil Hayden Golden Rye
- Baker’s 13
- Knob Creek Bourbon x Rye
- Booker’s
- Hardin’s Creek
About Tim Heuisler
Tim Heuisler serves as the Global Ambassador for James B. Beam Distilling Co. and has spent years sharing the story of bourbon through education, hospitality, and spirited conversation. A passionate advocate for the Beam family of brands, Tim brings warmth, knowledge, and a genuine love of whiskey to every table he joins.
This dinner is a chance to experience that firsthand in an intimate EDWINS setting.
Seats are limited. Reservations are strongly recommended.
$150.00
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Run for the Roses: A Derby Day Celebration
Saturday, May 2 | Doors at 5:00 PM | Race Post Time 6:57 PM
EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute
Join us for an unforgettable Derby Day celebration at EDWINS, where Southern hospitality, bourbon culture, and the excitement of the Kentucky Derby come together for one high-energy evening.
Gather with friends for a lively watch party featuring a Southern-inspired buffet, a bourbon-forward cash bar, Derby attire, festive contests, and the thrill of the race broadcast live on the big screen.
The evening’s centerpiece is our featured raffle: The Kentucky Bourbon and Derby Experience for Four, a fully curated three-night getaway to Kentucky including chauffeured Bourbon Trail touring, a private tasting and bottling experience, Churchill Downs, dining, and more.
Whether you come for the race, the bourbon, the food, or the chance to win an unforgettable trip, this is Derby Day done the EDWINS way.
Your Ticket Includes
- Admission to the event
- A Welcome Cocktail
- Full Derby Day buffet
- Access to the EDWINS Betting Board for a chance to win a bottle of Blanton’s
- Live Kentucky Derby viewing with sound
- Entry into Best Hat and Best Dressed contests
Tickets: $45 per guest
Beverages are available from our cash bar featuring Derby classics, premium cocktails, and bourbon flights.
Derby Day Buffet
Savory
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken with hot honey and pickles
- Mini Hot Browns with turkey, mornay, and bacon
- Pimento Cheese with crackers
- Shrimp and Grits
- Deviled Eggs, classic and country ham
- Buttermilk Biscuits with whipped honey butter
Dessert
- Derby Pie Bites
- Mini Banana Pudding Cups
Come Dressed for the Occasion
Derby attire is encouraged. Big hats, seersucker, spring florals, and bold race-day style are all welcome.
Make your horse pick on the EDWINS Betting Board before 6:50 PM for a chance to take home a bottle of Blanton’s.
This is more than a watch party. It is a night built around great food, bourbon, community, and the excitement of one of the most iconic races of the year.
Reserve your spot and join us for Run for the Roses at EDWINS.
$45.00
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Bon Voyage: An EDWINS Graduate Dinner
The EDWINS Graduate Dinner: Farm to Table will take place on Thursday, May 14th at 6:30 PM and is more than a beautifully prepared seasonal meal — it is a celebration of growth, discipline, and the journey each student has taken to reach this moment. Created and presented by our graduating students, this special evening reflects the skills they have developed, the confidence they have built, and the hard work they have invested throughout their time at EDWINS. Rooted in the freshness of the season, the menu highlights thoughtful technique, elegant presentation, and a deep respect for ingredients at their peak.
From the first course to dessert, the dinner is designed to showcase both culinary ability and personal transformation. Guests will experience a refined five-course menu inspired by the farm-to-table philosophy, with dishes that speak to spring’s vitality and the care behind every plate. More importantly, the evening offers the chance to support and witness the next chapter for a group of students who have committed themselves to learning, growth, and the pursuit of a new future through hospitality. It is a dinner with purpose — one that honors where they have come from, what they have accomplished, and where they are headed next.
- Date: Thursday, May 14th
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Location: EDWINS Restaurant
- $95 per person
$95.00
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