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The Worshipful Company of Distillers City Debate
Wednesday 18th September 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join Lorne Mackillop, Master of the Worshipful Company of Distillers, with guests from the spirits industry, analysts, media, the City, Distillers’ Liverymen and Masters and members of other Livery Companies – for a lively exchange and vote, followed by an opportunity to discuss further the topic over drinks and canapés.
Chairman
Trevor Stirling, Gin Guild member, Liveryman and Managing Director European Beverages, Bernstein
Panel
- Emma Walker – Johnnie Walker Master Blender
- Olivier Nicolai – Goldman Sachs
- Philip Everett-Lyons – Founder of Hattiers Rum
- Angus MacRaild – Director of Kythe Distillery & Decadent Drinks
The Motion is:
THIS HOUSE BELIEVES THAT AGE IS OVER-RATED
Attendance at the event is by pre-booked ticket. The ticket price is £25 (inc VAT).
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- Event timings: Doors open 6.00pm
- Debate starts: 6.30pm
- Drinks and canapés: 7.45pm
- Event ends: 9.00pm
- Dress code: Smart casual
CHAIRMAN: Trevor Stirling, Liveryman and Managing Director European Beverages, Bernstein SG

