The Whisky Show, 4-5 October

Now in its sixth year, The Whisky Show returns to Vinopolis in London Bridge to bring the contemporary and dynamic world of whisky alive once again.

They will have more than 400 of the world's most exquisite whiskies, as well as pushing the boundaries of whisky and food pairing by going beyond taste and smell. There will also be groundbreaking masterclasses, once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to sample some of the rarest Dream Drams in the world including the Highland Park 1968 Orcadian Vintage, while also introducing whisky-inspired cocktail creations. All of this combined with free mini-masterclasses and a delicious whisky-infused two-course lunch included in the ticket price, makes this year's show the must-attend event of 2014. Tickets are £99 from www.whiskyshow.com