Bourbon & Bites
Bourbon & Bites II
A Night to Sip, Savor, & Support THE MSO
An extraordinary evening celebrating bourbon, food, and the Symphony with Round River Distilling of Viroqua.
this event took place
Thursday, March 20
Tapped on the Lakeshore
3114 Memorial Dr • Two Rivers
Bourbon Presentation & Tasting
Buffet by the Smiling Moose
Live Music by 10 Strings Acoustic
Bourbon Barrel Raffle & Auction
Pappy Van Winkle’s Bourbon raffle drawing to be held at event More raffle info
Ticket options
$100 per person includes
Bourbon tasting
Buffet catered by The Smiling Moose
Souvenir bourbon tasting glasses (2 per guest)
Handcrafted drink special (1 per guest)
$150 VIP ticket also includes
signed bottles of Round River Bourbon and Rye ($100 value)
Co-hosted by Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra & Tapped on the Lakeshore
Sponsored by:
Seehafer Broadcasting
$100 per person includes bourbon tasting and presentation, dinner buffet, one hand-crafted cocktail, and a pair of bourbon tasting glasses. VIP guests also receive signed bottles of Round River Bourbon and Rye (a $100 value).
A portion of your ticket may be tax deductible.
Space is limited • Must be 21 or older to attend
Sorry, no reserved seating is available, registration begins at 4:30 and presentation begins at 5:30.
Proceeds to Benefit Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra
Sponsored by: Seehafer BROADCASTING
Bourbon and Bites at Tapped on the Lakeshore
- 4:30 Doors open
- 5:00pm Event begins
- 5:00–5:45pm Social/Complimentary Cocktail
- 5:45pm Welcome
- 6:00–6:45pm Presentation & Tasting Dan Johnson, Round River Distilling
- 7:15–7:45pm Oral Auction; Pappy Van Winkle’s Bourbon Raffle Winner Announced
- 7:45pm Thank You
- 9:00pm Event Ends
A distillery committed to premium spirits crafted from the grains and waters of the Driftless region of Wisconsin.
Spirits with a Sense of Place. Round River’s spirit resides as much in the fallow ground as the cultivated field; in the hardwood forest as in the oak barrel; and in the wild corners of the farm as in the crowded tavern.
Founded in the Field. Round River’s passion is to provide a craft spirit distilled from grains grown by our neighbor just up the road.
There’s no way around it. Time is the finishing factor for achieving a flavorful premium whiskey. For a new distillery it is the hurdle that can not be cleared until our own barreled spirits have had time to mature. Let’s enjoy the wait.
Viroqua, Wisconsin.
read more on the Round River website
Jim Van Lanen and Pete Honzik bring two very unique backgrounds to 10 Strings Acoustic. Pete has played acoustic guitar in numerous groups around Manitowoc over the past 40 years and continues to play with the Hardbean and Mc Honzik Band & Heart-o-rama.
Jim brings a classical background having played with the Green Bay and Manitowoc Symphonies and collaborating with local musicians for weddings, parties and reunions regularly through his Music Connections business. 10 Strings Acoustic is available for booking your upcoming event.
Located in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, with a clear view of Lake Michigan, Tapped on the Lakeshore has created a tap room with two dozen craft beers on tap, a variety of domestic bottle beers and N/A options, a tasty wine list including local selection, spiked seltzers, hard ciders, and a limited liquor selection.
Choose us for your next event!
We pride ourselves in creating an atmosphere conducive to fun, whether it be enjoying the view on our outdoor patio or enjoying one of our indoor games, there’s something for everyone. Axe Throwing, Indoor Cornhole, Soccer Pool, Hammerschlagen, Giant Jenga, and Shuffleboard are just some of our offerings!
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3114 Memorial Dr, Two Rivers, WI 54241
Tuesday – Thursday: 4pm to 8pm
Friday: 2 – 10pm
Saturday: Noon to 10pm
Sunday: Noon to 6pm
Monday: Closed
website
(920) 657 1770
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sip, Savor and Support the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra at Bourbon & Bites
MANITOWOC, WI, March 6, 2025 – Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra (MSO) presents Bourbon & Bites II on Thursday, March 20, 2025, an evening where you can sip and savor an exclusive bourbon by Round River Distilling while supporting Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra.
Bourbon & Bites II is set for an unforgettable evening at Tapped on the Lakeshore in Two Rivers, featuring live music by 10 Strings Acoustic (Jim Van Lanen and Pete Honzik), a delicious buffet from The Smiling Moose, and a chance to win a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle’s 20-Year Family Reserve bourbon—a rare and coveted bottle valued at $4,000, generously donated by John Durbrow.
Guests will enjoy souvenir-tasting glasses and a handcrafted signature cocktail, all while supporting the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $100 per person, with VIP tickets at $150, which include exclusive signed bottles of Round River Bourbon & Rye.
“Raise your glass and join us for an extraordinary evening celebrating bourbon, food, and the Symphony with Round River Distilling of Viroqua,” said Peggy Pitz, MSO Executive Director. “Space is limited, so I encourage you to reserve your spot today!”
The night will also feature an exclusive bourbon presentation and Q&A with Dan Johnson, Whiskey Master and owner of Round River Distilling. Known for its premium spirits crafted from Wisconsin’s Driftless region, Round River Distilling is proud to be part of this special event. Attendees can also participate in an auction which includes Bourbon Barrels, Bourbon Glassware, Decanter and Tray, Bourbon Brunch for 10 and more.
To register and pay online for the Bourbon & Bites II event, visit manitowocsymphony.org/bb2 or call Peggy at 920 684-3492.
Raffle tickets are available by calling Peggy at 920 684-3492 or in person at Courthouse Pub and Tapped on the Lakeshore. Pappy Van Winkle bourbon raffle tickets are available for purchase online at manitowoc.symphony.org/bourbon-bites-tickets. You do not need to attend the event to buy a ticket or be present to win. The Pappy Van Winkle bourbon bottle is on display at Courthouse Pub. A limited number of tickets will be sold at the event while supplies last.
Bourbon & Bites II is sponsored by Seehafer Broadcasting.
ABOUT MSO: Manitowoc, Wisconsin is one of the smallest cities to have its own symphony orchestra. The mission of the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra Association is to promote the highest quality orchestral music experiences available to patrons and musicians. Music’s true power is to move and unite people. Hearing music is about discovering what connects us all—uncovering shared eternal truths. The MSO is currently celebrating its 74th season. manitowocsymphony.org
CONTACT: Peggy Pitz, MSO Executive Director | 920-684-3492 or pwpitz@ameritech.net