TASTING TENT
There ’ s nothing quite like trying things for yourself which is why we have introduced the Tasting Tent as a central part of our Foodie Fest feature .
Taste a sample of classic , international and British wines from Brompton Wine , spirits from Northampton-based Serengeti Spirits , and beers from well-known British brand BrewDog before you buy . Open to all , simply head to the Tasting Tent throughout the weekend and taste a product for free . For selected brands , you have the option to buy gift-wrapped produce to take away or if you want it there and then you can buy a chilled drink from the bar next door .
Want to go one step further and spend a fun and educational session tasting a range of wines , spirits , or beers ? Our masterclasses in the Tasting Tent are for you ! These sessions cost just £ 10 for a full 45-minute session of experiencing different tastes and learning more from the experts . Bookable in advance , simply access your Silverstone account and add this to your booking . Space for these sessions is limited so don ’ t leave it too late .
Sessions are held daily :
12:00 Masterclass with Brompton Wine – ‘ The Classics at Classic ’ Open to those who love wine , want to learn about wine and those who have never tried a tipple of the grape stuff , these sessions are hosted by Richard Household from Brompton Wine .
Friday – The Classics at Classic Ever wondered why Claret is collected , or why you should be bowled over by Burgundy ? How about a Tuscan treat or a perfect pedigree from Alsace ? Now is your chance . In this wine masterclass , we will explore some classic wine regions and taste some superb examples . We will also talk the natural wine movement and one of the wines we taste will have very little intervention in the winemaking process . You decide which is better !
Saturday – International : Grape Expectations In recent years we have all become grape obsessed – loving to hate Chardonnay or dismissing Merlot after watching Sideways . Here we will debate the pros and cons of 4 top-quality examples of the world ’ s most famous grape varieties . Known as International Varieties , they are grown in many wine regions across the globe .
Sunday – British at its Best There has been explosive growth in vineyards and wine production in the UK recently . In this tutored tasting we will learn how and why this is happening and whether it is a good thing ( spoiler alert – it is !). Why are Champagne producers buying land in the UK ? We will focus on English vineyards - this is a wonderful opportunity to see what all the fuss is about and learn a little about traditional method sparkling wine production .
13:15 Masterclass with Serengeti Spirits – ‘ A Taste of the Tropics ’ Alex Wright , owner of Northampton based Serengeti Spirits will be sharing his passion for his products . Each masterclass will focus on a different spirit with flavour pairings with insights into his journey from Northampton to the Serengeti .
Friday - Hakuna Matata Gin : This gin is so refreshing , it gives you no choice , but to sit back , relax and enjoy with no worries
Saturday - Giraffe Gin : It all begins with a premium Burlington London dry gin which blends perfectly with the luscious mango and passion fruits to produce a punchy yet succulent flavour on the tip of your tongue
Sunday - Rhino Rum : Based on the African endangered black rhino , Serengeti begin with a premium sourced white rum from Guyana , which is blended using the blackberries and blueberries sourced from the fertile land of Iringa in Tanzania
14:30 Masterclass with Brewdog – ‘ BrewDog Beer School ’ BrewDog ’ s regular Beer Schools are an in-depth dive into the world of craft beer featuring their headline beers . Over the course of the beer school , the beer guide will take you through the history of the beers , the method in which they are brewed and some fun tips and tricks . You will chat about the craft beer revolution , where BrewDog fits into it , as well as tips on some of their other favourite amazing breweries to look out for .
Exceptional quality is the cornerstone of BrewDog ’ s brewery . All BrewDog beers are brewed using the finest malted barley and hops from the best producers around the world . Each masterclass will focus on a range of BrewDog ’ s favourite craft beers : Lost Lager , Punk IPA , Planet Pale , Hazy Jane and Hawkes Cider .
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