{"id":142924,"date":"2025-06-05T17:08:53","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T21:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=142924"},"modified":"2025-06-05T17:08:53","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T21:08:53","slug":"join-us-for-the-fourth-annual-ginvitational","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=142924","title":{"rendered":"Join Us for the Fourth Annual Ginvitational!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Join Us for the Fourth Annual Ginvitational!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA. June 4, 2025 \u2013 ArtsQuest invites you to the\u00a0<em><a href=\"https:\/\/us.cisionone.cision.com\/c\/eJwsy0FuwyAQQNHTwA4LYxiGBYtsfI0IwxCj4LgxyFZ7-ipVt-_rJ68wagmc_Gi1k9pYA3z1YNMIdsnoFuvAAC16SQDL5BDMog0vHlBLM1odopvcfQTQKGFUDpFp2UqiZ3mLLZRKRxNgIkYTU3Li_f7p2_AJvPq196_GphtTM1PzdV1D60S19RCfbdiPB1NzptbLGWpjau4riUd5naWHXvZXqEzNfKNUgjioUmgkSvJ_cP8HNt0cgnP88OWVd6ZlX-kMtdJ3pfSgY4j7xls_iLbPnLPJkzSjoIxZaD1FgUhJJFQ2RaOjtMhPr34DAAD__3lmYrQ&quot; \\t &quot;_blank\">Ginvitational: A Celebration of Cocktails<\/a>,<\/em>\u00a0an immersive afternoon of cocktail tastings, hands-on mixology seminars and culinary delights. Now in its fourth year, this spirited event features local and global distillers, mixologists and chefs in a celebration of cocktail culture. And it\u2019s not just for gin lovers; this event also offers a diverse selection of cocktails featuring rum, vodka and whiskey to satisfy every palate.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>When:\u00a0Sunday, June 8, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>VIP Access: 11 a.m. seminar | VIP entry begins at 12 p.m.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>General Admission: 1 \u2013 4 p.m.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Where:\u00a0Musikfest Caf\u00e9 at the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a cocktail enthusiast or just looking for a unique experience, the Ginvitational is the perfect way to kick off summer \u2013 and with Father\u2019s Day just a week away, it also makes a fantastic gift idea. Spend quality time with Dad while exploring spirits, shaking up cocktails and enjoying some of the region\u2019s best cuisine together.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Event Highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cocktail tastings from local, national and international distillers, including Edrington\u2019s Wyoming Whiskey.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>VIP Ticketholders get exclusive access to the Edrington Wyoming Whiskey Lounge.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Educational mixology seminars sponsored by the Campari Group, including hands-on learning experiences.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Food from Lehigh Valley\u2019s top restaurants (sponsored by YMI Insurance).<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Debut of a limited-edition collaborative gin with County Seat Spirits, available for pre-purchase.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Seminar Topics Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>\u201cCool Beans\u201d<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Espresso martinis and caffeinated cocktails.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>\u201cAre You Mocking Me?\u201d<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Innovative mocktail creations.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>\u201cThe Walking Dead in a Hawaiian Shirt\u201d<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Tiki-style cocktails.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>\u201cJump in the Line (Shake, Se\u00f1ora)\u201d<\/em>\u00a0\u2013 Ramos Gin Fizz shaker workout.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><em>\u201cHair of the Dog<\/em>\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Flavor Manipulation in Cocktails<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Make it a memorable day out for you, for Dad, or for anyone who enjoys the art and fun of great cocktails!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>About ArtsQuest<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us.cisionone.cision.com\/c\/eJwsy0Fu6yAQgOHTwA4L8ICHBYtsco0IM0OCnv1SA43Vnr5K1e3366doMYP2kqNZIGhwi_PyER1RDphs0Ho2AGktZjUr2zVoD5SzrNEjaGcWSDnM4Wa8B9Te2IAoQPdK_K8eak9149aVdxmzy0RBHcf32Kd3kFt8jPHRxXwR9irs9TzPKbXRj0_uY3q2u7BXuTPVpBpvnDqrSvEXbn8g5ktAH4Jssf4vTwF6PPiVto2_NqY7tyk_d9lHY97fcymuzNoZxQWLApizQmRShHah7CDrBeUr2p8AAAD__-fhVpI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ArtsQuest\u2019s<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. ArtsQuest\u2122 supports this mission via the presentation of performing and visual arts, film, arts education classes and outreach, youth programming and cultural events. Through festivals such as its flagship event,\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us.cisionone.cision.com\/c\/eJwsy71uKyEQQOGngY4VPwMMBYUbv4bFZQYbefc6XohXydNHjtJ-R4eyxQo6SM4mQtLgow_ylpuJ2phooYTK5LRlF31hjWT_eWSSPQcE7U2EUpNLFxMCoA7GJkQBenTie3-qrfSV96GCr1h9JUrq-fye2_IOcs23OT-GcCdhz8Kej-NYts_R743HXB77Vdiz3Jh6UTuvXAarTvkXLn8g3ClhSEnuuf9vDwF63vhV1pW_VqYr70t9bHLMnXl7z6355rQ3ihs2BeCqQmRShDZS9VB1RPnK9icAAP__iCFWKA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Musikfest<\/strong><\/a><strong>; the\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us.cisionone.cision.com\/c\/eJwsyzGO6yAQgOHTQIeF8QBDQZHG14jIME7Qw0kMvES7p19lte3368_RIIF2kuPsIWiw3jp5ixdtaGMAzx4Wk2DRBHQh9B5zppRliQ5B29lDorCE8-wcoHazCYgCdC-Z_5VD7alUbl05S0iWcg7qOL7HPn2CrPE2xrOL5STMKsz6fr-n1EY__nMf06NdhVkpPctIVVHan6lc78KscudckmpcOXVWJcdfOP-BWE4BXQiyxXLfHgL0uPEr1cpflfOV20SPXfbRmPfPvG12W7SdFW-4KYCFFCJnldH4TBZIe5SvaH4CAAD__y7lXbc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL<\/strong><\/a><strong>; and the ArtsQuest Center at\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/us.cisionone.cision.com\/c\/eJwsy0FuwyAQQNHTwA4L4wFmFiyyyTUiyowTFNw0BsVqT1-l6vZ9fU4OC9igJc0RyIKPPuhbAs8RbSQO1i8-I6FjAir0ET3bMOuaAoL1c4RcaKHLHAKgDbMjRAW2V5Z7fZot1yZ7N8EXLL4wk3k-f8Y2vYNu6TbGV1fLSbmzcufjOKY-RFofudz79Nivyp31Jlyz2aVJ7mIqpz-4_INaToSBSO-pfq4PBXbc5JVbk-8mfJV9Ko9N97GLbO95Xf26WD8bWXE1AEsxiMKG0UUuHoqNqF_J_QYAAP__jztWLA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SteelStacks<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0arts and cultural campus, ArtsQuest\u2019s programming reaches more than 1.9 million people annually. The organization\u2019s programs and events, of which nearly 40 percent are free to attend, have a combined economic impact of more than $136 million annually in the region.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nBryn Keeney<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join Us for the Fourth Annual Ginvitational! Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA. 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