THE UNEXPECTED POUR
An Evening of Sensory Illusions Hosted by Nasry Haddad.About this experience
An Evening of Sensory Illusions
Join us for an evening of discovery, contrast, and unexpected expression.
Hosted by Nasry Haddad, The Unexpected Pour explores a curated selection of distinguished whiskies through aroma, texture, character, and taste. Each expression will be served alongside a thoughtfully curated food pairing menu, designed to bring out new layers in the glass and challenge the way we experience whisky.
THE LIQUID LINEUP
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Speyside, Scotland · 40% ABV
Distilled at The Glenlivet Distillery
Aberlour 18 Year Old
Speyside, Scotland · 18 Year Old Single Malt
Distilled at Aberlour Distillery
Redbreast 18 Year Old
Ireland · 46% ABV
Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey
Produced at Midleton Distillery, County Cork
Mystery Pour I
Revealed on the night
Mystery Pour II
Revealed on the night
The final two pours remain a mystery until the evening itself — two single-cask expressions chosen to bring an unexpected close to the tasting.
Thursday, October 1st, 2026
7:00 PM
Akiki’s Cigars Flagship | AKI The Lounge
$75 per person
Includes the full whisky tasting and curated food pairing menu.
Limited spots available.
Book through the link or call +961 71 254 547.
Your Host
Nasry Haddad
The Middle East’s first independent whisky bottler, renowned whisky consultant, and cask trader. With deep expertise in sourcing and selecting exceptional casks from distilleries around the world, Nasry brings a rare perspective into the world of independent bottling and single-cask whisky.