World Whisky Forum 2027 — New Beginnings

19–21 April 2027 · Ki One Distillery & Seoul, Korea
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About the Forum

In 2027, the World Whisky Forum marks its 10th anniversary and heads to Korea for the first time. Our host is Ki One, the first Korean single malt whisky distillery, and the theme is New Beginnings.

Over three days, producers from established whisky nations and the new wave of world whisky will meet as equals. Together we will explore the opportunities opening up for whisky in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. As always, the Forum is an intimate, open event where no topic is off limits, and every delegate is encouraged to join the discussion. All sessions are moderated by Dave Broom.

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Programme at a glance

Ki One Distillery
Mon, 19 April

Distillery tour, opening ceremony, first session and welcome dinner

DAY
1
Seoul
Tue, 20 April

Full day of sessions, followed by a Korean beef (hanwoo) dinner at one of Seoul’s historic meat markets

DAY
2
Ki One Distillery
Wed, 21 April

Final sessions and closing ceremony

DAY
3

Ticket Information

Ticket Price
€1,700per person
Includes:
  • Two nights’ accommodation at a partner hotel in Seoul (19 and 20 April)
  • All meals and drinks during the Forum
  • Access to all sessions, distillery tours and tastings
  • All transport between the hotel, Ki One Distillery and Forum dinner venues
  • Shuttle service from Seoul Station to the hotel at scheduled times
Not included:
  • International flights and travel to Seoul Station
  • Additional nights before or after the Forum (a special hotel rate may be available)
  • Visa or K-ETA fees, travel insurance and personal expenses
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Optional

Don’t need accommodation? Or you want to share a room with a colleague?

If you live in Korea or are arranging your own stay, please contact Yubin Kim at yubin@kione.co.kr before registering. We will confirm the options available to you.

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Travel (Getting there)

From Incheon International Airport (ICN), take the AREX Airport Railroad to Seoul Station, about 45 minutes by express train. Shuttle buses to the hotel will run from Seoul Station at scheduled times, which we will share closer to the event.

Who Can Attend

The World Whisky Forum is a trade-only event for professionals in the whisky and spirits industry. All delegates must be of legal drinking age.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
  • Cancellations received on or before 15 January 2027: full refund, less an administration fee of €150.
  • Cancellations received between 16 January and 28 February 2027: 50% refund.
  • Cancellations received on or after 1 March 2027, and no-shows: no refund.
  • Name changes: You may transfer your ticket to a colleague free of charge until 31 March 2027. After this date, changes are subject to hotel approval.
  • All cancellations and name changes must be sent in writing to yubin@kione.co.kr.
  • Refunds will be made to the original payment method within 30 days. Bank charges and exchange-rate differences are the responsibility of the delegate.
  • If the Forum is cancelled by the organisers, delegates will receive a full refund. The organisers are not responsible for flights, visas or other travel costs, so we recommend taking out travel insurance.
  • The programme and speakers may change without affecting this policy.

Questions about Korea, travel or accommodation?
Please contact Yubin Kim, Ki One Distillery, at yubin@kione.co.kr