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Sip with the Maker: Featuring Brian McKenzie
Join us at The Regent Lounge for our first Sip with the Maker event featuring Brian McKenzie, President of Finger Lakes Distilling.
Indulge in a guided 8-course tasting experience featuring a selection of Finger Lakes Distilling’s handcrafted spirits, each thoughtfully paired with small bites from our culinary team.
Sunday, July 27, 2025 | 5-7 pm
The Regent Lounge
130 Statler Drive, Ithaca NY 14853
$85 per person
*Includes NYS Tax and Gratuity
*Complimentary Valet Parking
*Reservations Required
For reservations contact Lisa Thomas at
607-254-2624
Meet the President & Founder of Finger Lakes Distilling
Brian McKenzie is the President & Founder of Finger Lakes Distilling, located in upstate New York. Brian was born and raised in the Finger Lakes Region and has always had an interest in the burgeoning local wine industry. After visits to distilleries in Scotland and Kentucky sparked a passion for the spirits business, Brian decided to leave his job working for a regional community bank to pursue Finger Lakes Distilling. A graduate of Cornell University, Brian’s background is in finance and economics. He handles the marketing, finance, and legal aspects of the business.