Events
2026-10-23
23 October 20:00 - An evening with Aberargie & Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers
We open the tasting with the two newest releases from Aberargie, which will only be released at the end of September. A great opportunity to get to know this relatively young Highland distillery and discover the direction Aberargie is taking with its own single malt.
Then we dive further into Morrison’s warehouses. We taste different styles, ages and cask maturations from their range. From bourbon and Oloroso sherry to a combination of PX, Palo Cortado and Oloroso, and from new American oak to an impressive 27-year-old Glen Grant from 1996.
The line-up
🥃 2 new Aberargie releases
🥃 Pulteney 2011 – 11 years – Bourbon barrels – 47.5%
🥃 Balmenach 2012 – 11 years – Oloroso sherry – 47.5%
🥃 Old Perth Bodega Limited Edition – PX, Palo Cortado & Oloroso – 52.4%
🥃 Glen Grant 1996 – 27 years – Refill Oloroso butt – 55.3%
🥃 Mac-Talla Virgin Oak – New American oak – 53.8%
From the young Aberargie Distillery to a Glen Grant that was already put into cask in 1996: this promises to be an evening with quite a few whisky years, wood and stories in the glass.
Friday, October 23
2026-10-24
FULLY BOOKED - October 24 8:00 PM - Introduction to Whisky
Really Taste Whisky – Tasting with Explanation
Do you want to better understand what makes whisky so special? During this whisky tasting, you will not only learn what you taste but especially why.
You will be presented with 7 beautiful whiskies and discover how factors such as wood type, age, and alcohol percentage influence taste and aroma.
During this tasting you will learn:
- How to taste whisky professionally
- What cask types do to color and aroma
- How to recognize and name flavors
- How your preference develops
Perfect for those who want to deepen their whisky knowledge, but also very accessible for beginners.
Price: €45,-
Advance reservation required
Sign up via patrick@hotelfidder.nl
2026-10-31
FULLY BOOKED - October 31 8:00 PM - Introduction to Whisky
Learn to truly taste whisky – Tasting with explanation
Do you want to better understand what makes whisky so special? During this whisky tasting, you will learn not only what you taste, but above all why.
You will be served 7 wonderful whiskies and discover how factors such as wood type, age, and alcohol percentage influence taste and aroma.
During this tasting, you will learn:
- How to taste whisky professionally
- What barrel types do to color and aroma
- How to recognize and describe flavors
- How your preference develops
Perfect for those who want to deepen their whisky knowledge, but also very accessible for beginners.
Price: €45,-
Advance reservation required
Sign up via patrick@hotelfidder.nl
2026-11-07
TICKETS Available - Fidder’s Festival #9 – Saturday, November 7, 2026
The eighth edition is still to come,
but we're secretly looking ahead a bit... 😉
Because after each year full of special drinks, delightful encounters, and beautiful stories, we know one thing for sure: Fidder's Festival continues!
✨ Save the date:
Saturday, November 7, 2026 – Fidder's Festival #9!
The ninth edition also promises to be a celebration full of whisky, beer, spirits, bites, and music, with familiar faces and new discoveries.
🎟️ Early Bird Tickets will go on sale during 2026 –
and believe us: they always sell out lightning fast.
Stay tuned via our socials or newsletter,
because after edition 8, we’ll immediately move on to the next round.
Fidder’s Festival #9 – Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Hotel Fidder | Patrick's Whisky Bar | Zwolle
2026-11-27
FULLY BOOKED - November 27 20:00 - Cheese & Whisky tasting
A Flavorful Experience
Are you a lover of whisky and cheese? Then you can’t miss this unique tasting! Harry Schonewille and Patrick Fidder have been combining their shared passion for flavor for years in a surprising culinary experience. Harry, an expert in cheeses and charcuterie, and Patrick, a whisky connoisseur through and through, together create an explosion of flavor you won’t soon forget.
During this tasting, Harry and Patrick will take you on a journey through the world of flavor combinations. Think whisky in harmony with cheese, sausage, honey, beer, nuts, and more. Discover how these flavors complement, enhance, and even transform one another. But the best part? Nothing is set in stone! Patrick chooses the perfect whisky on the spot to go with the delicacies Harry brings. And sometimes? Sometimes it’s something just a little unexpected.
You’ll enjoy 7 special whiskies, paired with carefully selected delicacies. Let yourself be surprised, experience how flavors challenge one another, and be part of this unique culinary experience.
Participation: €69.50 per person
Send an email to patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Don’t miss this opportunity and join the tasting!
2026-12-04
4 December 20:00 - Mystery whisky tasting for charity
Six mysterious whiskies, six different characters, and one wonderful cause.
On Friday, December 4, Jason ten Klooster is organizing a special mystery whisky tasting at Hotel Fidder – Patrick’s Whisky Bar for 3FM Serious Request. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Dutch Burns Foundation.
During this evening, you will taste six carefully selected Scottish whiskies, bottled by the renowned Thompson Brothers. From fruity and approachable to spicy and smoky: every whisky has its own character. Which distilleries are behind the bottles will remain a secret until the moment they are poured.
Can you recognize the style, the region, or perhaps even the distillery? Tasting, discovering, and guessing together are at the heart of the evening. The tasting is suitable for both experienced whisky lovers and curious beginners. We also have a few wonderful surprises in store for you.
📅 Friday, December 4
📍 Hotel Fidder – Patrick’s Whisky Bar, Zwolle
🎟️ Tickets: €100 per person
❤️ All proceeds go to 3FM Serious Request
You can register with Jason:
📧 jasontenklooster@hotmail.com
📱 WhatsApp: +49 160 6398993
Enjoy exceptional whiskies and do something good at the same time. Will you join us? 🥃❤️🎄
2026-12-19
SOLD OUT - December 19 20:00 - Old & Rare - Last Tasting of 2026
That went fast! The traditional SMWS Old & Rare Tasting on Saturday, December 19 at Patrick’s Whisky Bar is already completely sold out.
We’re really looking forward to festively closing out the whisky year together with SMWS members and their guests. A special evening full of rare whiskies, wonderful aromas and flavors, great stories, and above all, plenty of conviviality.
Did you manage to secure a spot? Then we’ll see you on December 19 at 8:00 PM at Hotel Fidder in Zwolle. See you then! 🥃✨
2027-03-13
☘️ PATRICK’S BIRTHDAY & ST. PATRICK’S WHISKY TASTING 🎂
Two reasons for a celebration. One evening. And of course… seven whiskies! 🥃
On Saturday, March 13, we’ll already be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and it’s almost time for my birthday. And if your name is Patrick, you have a whisky bar and your birthday falls around St. Patrick’s Day, then of course there’s only one thing you can do:
Organize a special whisky tasting! ☘️🎉
We’ll start at 8:00 PM with 7 special whiskies that I’ll select especially for this evening.
Which ones?
I’m not telling just yet. 😏
What I can reveal: this won’t be your average line-up. For a birthday tasting, something special can definitely be brought out of the cabinet. Maybe Ireland, maybe Scotland, maybe a bottle that makes you think: Patrick, you’re not really going to open that, are you?
Oh yes, I am. 🥃
Expect an evening full of beautiful whiskies, tall tales, good company and, of course, a big nod to St. Patrick’s Day.
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Start: 8:00 PM
7 whiskies
€60 per person
Reservations are required and places are limited.
📧 Reserve via patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Bring your good mood and raise a glass with me to St. Patrick, whisky and another year added.
Sláinte! ☘️🥃🎂
