The new year is off to a great start for Dutch whisky lovers. In January, distilleries across the Netherlands open their doors for the Dutch Whisky Week. Throughout this celebration of Dutch whisky, you’ll find all sorts of unique experiences. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on what’s happening in Overijssel. Here’s everything you can expect.
Whisky experiences in Overijssel during Dutch Whisky Week
No fewer than 5 distilleries in Overijssel are opening their doors in the final week of January 2026. Below you’ll find which whisky makers are hosting events:
- BEEK Spirits
- Kalkwijck Distillers
- Stokerij Sculte
- Stokerij Twentse Ketels
- Distilleerderij Horstman
Create your own blend at BEEK Spirits
BEEK Spirits is known for its Vintage whiskies with a variety of cask finishes, as well as its 100% Dutch blended whisky. These two pillars take center stage in their activities. Under the guidance of Jan Beek, owner of BEEK Spirits, you can join an in-depth tasting and explore the differences between the brand’s Vintage whiskies.
Mark 27 January in your calendar, because that’s when you’ll taste no fewer than 8 different BEEK cask maturations at Proeflokaal de Smidse Kampen.
Prefer to get hands-on with whisky yourself? You can. On 29 January 2026, BEEK is hosting a session where you’ll craft your very own Dutch whisky blend.
Distillery Tours at Kalkwijck Distillers
Prepare to be impressed in Vroomshoop during Dutch Whisky Week 2026. Lisanne Benus, owner of Kalkwijck Distillers, opens the distillery doors for a unique behind-the-scenes tour. Discover the craft behind this renowned Dutch whisky and follow the journey from field to glass.
Afterwards, enjoy an extensive tasting with 4 or 5 different whiskies, including one cask strength. Experience it at Kalkwijck Distillers on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 January.
Discover the power of wood at Stokerij Sculte
Stokerij Sculte is renowned for harnessing the full potential of Twente wood during whisky maturation. During Dutch Whisky Week, you can experience exactly how that works. The distillery is hosting two unique events where wood (and whisky) take center stage.
Explore how wood influences whisky flavor under the guidance of head distiller Roy on 30 January with an in-depth tasting. You’ll sample 4 drams with unique cask maturations to discover the differences.
On 31 January, trace the origins of Sculte whisky with a tasting of 5 unique expressions from the distillery. Start with the foundation, the new make spirit, and finish with an exclusive cask experiment that hasn’t been released yet. That’s right: you’ll be tasting a premiere at this event!
Stokerij Twentse Ketels
If you love Dutch whisky and also enjoy a glass of wine now and then, Stokerij Twentse Ketels is the place to be during Dutch Whisky Week. Master distiller Maarten Jan Leppink has matured several batches of Squaremountains whisky in wine casks and you’ll get to taste them.
Discover the unique, soft character of Squaremountains single malt whiskies in an extensive tasting on 30 January, including a preview of a new whisky still resting in the cask. What will that do to your taste buds?
Curious about the story behind Squaremountains whisky? Visit the distillery on 31 January as well, for another comprehensive tasting featuring various editions.
Will you join fellow whisky lovers and discover Squaremountains whisky during Dutch Whisky Week?
Mash in at Distilleerderij Horstman
Ever wondered how whisky is made? During Dutch Whisky Week, several distilleries across the country open up their process including Distilleerderij Horstman. Here, you can create your own whisky mash under the guidance of master distiller Johan Horstman. Mill the grain yourself, cook the mash, taste along the way, and discover how a spirit is distilled on Friday 30 January.
All Dutch Whisky Week activities in Overijssel at a glance
Below you’ll find a complete overview of all activities in Overijssel, along with options to purchase tickets.
| Distillery name | Activity | Date | Time | Price per ticket |
| BEEK Spirits | Taste the BEEK finishes | 27 January | 20:00 - 22:30 | 30 euros |
| BEEK Spirits | Make your Own Dutch Blend | 29 January | 20:00 - 22:30 | 30 euros |
| Kalkwijck Distillers | Distillery tour | 30 January | 19:30 | 29.95 euros |
| Kalkwijck Distillers | Distillery tour | 31 January | 14:30 | 29.95 euros |
| Stokerij Sculte | Wood makes the difference | 30 January | 15:00 | 27.50 euros |
| Stokerij Sculte | Twente Wood is Gold | 31 January | 14:00 | 65 euros |
| Stokerij Twentse Ketels | Tasting from the cask at the distiller’s table | 30 January | 19:30 - 21:30 | 29.50 euros |
| Stokerij Twentse Ketels | Squaremountains whisky tasting | 31 January | 14:00 - 16:00 | 25 euros |
| Distilleerderij Horstman | Make your own whisky mash | 31 January | 19:00 - 21:30 | 100 euros |
Where can you buy Dutch Whisky Week tickets?
Tickets for these activities are available via the official Dutch Whisky Week website.
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