Upcoming Events

Japanese Whisky Tasting Experience
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Black Phoenix Events is delighted to present an exclusive evening of Japanese whisky, hosted in collaboration with the Forum for the Built Environment (fbe) at Lockes, Clapham Junction, London. This is a rare chance to explore five iconic whiskies drawn from five different Japanese prefectures, each paired with exquisite canapés for a genuinely unforgettable evening.

What's included:

Guests will be welcomed with a drink on arrival before moving through a guided tasting of five premium whiskies, each paired with a bespoke canapé and presented by a specialist sommelier. The line-up includes:

  • Hibiki Japanese Harmony — Osaka Prefecture

  • Hakushu Distiller's Reserve — Yamanashi Prefecture

  • Yamazaki 12 Year Old — Osaka Prefecture (the highlight of the evening)

  • Yoichi Single Malt — Hokkaido Prefecture

  • Nikka From the Barrel — Tokyo Prefecture

Tequila & Mezcal Tasting Experience
£0.00

Black Phoenix Events is delighted to present an evening of Tequila and Mezcal, hosted in collaboration with the Forum for the Built Environment (fbe) at Lockes, Clapham Junction, London. This tasting brings together six premium spirits from across Mexico for a night of fine spirits and bold flavours.

What's included:

Guests will be welcomed with a drink on arrival before tasting a curated selection of six mezcales and tequilas, guided by a specialist sommelier and each paired with complimentary nachos. The line-up includes:

Mezcales

» Ramo de Rosas Tobalá
» La Medida Arroqueño
» Mezcal de Leyendas Puebla

Tequilas

» ArteNOM Selección de 1146 Añejo
» Nohaca Plata
» Storywood Reposado

Spaces for this tasting are limited, so early booking is recommended for anyone keen to sample this exceptional selection. (Bookings are via the fbe website)

Up Close and personal with Simon Thomas (fbe Exclusive)
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Join fbe for an exclusive evening at the Hippodrome Casino - the UK's largest casino and one of London's most remarkable buildings. fbe CEO and National Chair David Jones will interview The Hippodrome’s Executive Chairman, Simon Thomas, live on stage, covering the Hippodrome's extraordinary history, its £45 million transformation from derelict Victorian theatre to West End landmark, and what it takes to run one of London's most visited destinations today.

Guests will enjoy complimentary welcome drinks, an exclusive building tour and a first drink on the spectacular rooftop terrace - all included in the ticket price.

Times:

  • 5pm -5.30pm: Drinks in Alma’s room

  • 5.30pm - 6.30pm: Hippodrome history, property/business talk and Q&A

  • 6.30pm - 7:15pm: Tour of the Hippodrome ending up on the rooftop at 7.15pm (first drink included)

  • Dinner - 20% off at Heliot Steak House or Chop Chop Chinese for attendees