Events
2026-04-17
17 April 20:00 - Private Whisky Tasting
On April 17, there is a private tasting. The bar remains open for guests who want to come and have a drink.
At 3 PM, a tasting is possible.
Also interested in a private whiskey tasting for friends, family, or colleagues? Email us at patrick@hotelfidder.nl.
2026-05-09
FULLY BOOKED - 9 May 20:00 - Whisky Tasting with Wouter!
Discover the Art of Whisky Tasting with Wouter!
Step into the world of flavor and experience during an exclusive whisky tasting. Be surprised by 7 special whiskies, carefully selected to take you on an unforgettable taste journey.
During this tasting you will learn:
- The art of tasting – what do you taste and why?
- How barrels influence flavors and what this means for your glass of whisky.
- How to fully enjoy every sip.
Note: during this tasting you will not be guided by Patrick himself, but by Wouter.
Wouter is a familiar face in our whisky cathedral and will guide you with just as much enthusiasm, knowledge, and sense of taste through the selected whiskies. The setup and quality of the tasting remain unchanged – only the voice at the table is different this evening.
Price per person: € 45,-
Reservation is mandatory
Fully booked, want a spot on the waiting list? email patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Whether you're a whisky connoisseur or just beginning to explore, this tasting is a unique opportunity to take your passion to the next level. Cheers to an evening full of stories, knowledge, and delicious whiskies!
2026-05-15
15 May 20:00 - Whisky Tasting with Wouter!
Discover the Art of Whisky Tasting with Wouter!
Step into the world of flavor and experience during an exclusive whisky tasting. Be surprised by 7 special whiskies, carefully selected to take you on an unforgettable taste journey.
During this tasting you will learn:
- The art of tasting – what do you taste and why?
- How casks influence flavors and what this means for your glass of whisky.
- How to optimally enjoy every sip.
Note: during this tasting you will not be guided by Patrick himself, but by Wouter.
Wouter is a familiar face in our whisky cathedral and will take you through the selected whiskies with just as much enthusiasm, knowledge, and sense of taste. The setup and quality of the tasting remain unchanged – only the voice at the table is different this evening.
Price per person: € 45,-
Reservation is required
Reserve your spot via patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Whether you are a whisky connoisseur or just beginning to discover, this tasting is a unique opportunity to take your passion to the next level. Cheers to an evening full of stories, knowledge, and delicious whiskies! 🥃
2026-05-22
SOLD OUT - 22 May 20:00 - OLD & RARER - Part 1
🗝 OLD & RARER – PART I
📅 Friday, May 22, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
🎟 Very limited number
2026-05-29
FULLY BOOKED - 29 May 20:00 - OLD & RARER - Part 2
OLD & RARER – PART II
📅 Friday, May 29, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
🎟 Again, only a few seats
The second evening is not an encore.
It is a second vault being opened.
On the table:
• SMWS 23.48 – 1989
• SMWS 49.10 – 1982
• SMWS 55.3 – 1975
• SMWS 64.5 – 1990
• SMWS 81.8 – 1993
• SMWS 121.20 – 1998
With the absolute historical gem: 55.3 from 1975.
This is the category of whisky that collectors say:
“It stays closed.”
We uncork it.
For a small group.
One evening.
When it's gone, it's gone. And this is truly gone.
Fully booked, if you want to be on the waiting list, click further on ticket.
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2026-06-01
1 June 20:00 - Whisky Tasting
Looking for a unique start to your week in Zwolle?
Experience a relaxing Monday evening full of flavor, stories, and discovery during a whisky tasting with Patrick at Patrick’s Whisky Bar in Hotel Fidder.
During this tasting, you will sample 7 carefully selected whiskies, each with its own character and story. No rush, no obligations... just beautiful drams and good company to give your week that little extra.
What can you expect?
Explanation of aromas, taste, and finish
Insight into the effect of cask maturation on whisky
Tips to optimally taste whisky
Personal stories and background for each whisky
Whether you are a beginner whisky drinker or have been a fan for years: this tasting is educational, relaxing, and above all very flavorful.
Price: € 45 per person
Reservation required
Sign up via: patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Are you looking for an original outing, a whisky gift, or just a good reason to experience Monday differently? Then this whisky tasting is the perfect choice.
2026-06-06
June 6, 20:00 - Private Whisky Tasting
June 6th there is a private tasting. The bar will remain open for guests who want to come and have a drink.
Also interested in a private whiskey tasting for friends, family, or colleagues? Email us at patrick@hotelfidder.nl.
2026-06-13
June 13 15:00 - Whisky Tasting with Patrick - Experience whisky in Zwolle
Looking for a special whisky tasting in Zwolle?
Experience an evening full of flavor, stories, and discovery during an exclusive whisky tasting with Patrick at Patrick’s Whisky Bar in Hotel Fidder.
During this whisky tasting, you will taste 7 carefully selected whiskies, each with its own character and story. You will not only learn what you taste, but especially why you taste it.
What can you expect?
Explanation of aromas, taste, and finish
Insight into the effect of cask aging on whisky
Tips to optimally taste whisky
Personal stories and background for each whisky
Whether you are a beginner whisky drinker or a long-time enthusiast: this tasting is educational, relaxing, and above all very flavorful.
Price: € 45,- per person
Reservation required
Sign up via: patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Are you looking for an original outing, a whisky gift, or a pleasant afternoon with friends or colleagues? Then this whisky tasting is the perfect choice.
2026-07-04
EXTRA SPOT- July 4, 20:00 - Malt Stories: America in the Glass With Norbert Tebarts
Fourth of July Special Edition
Sometimes you taste whiskey.
Sometimes you taste freedom.
During this special Fourth of July edition of Malt Stories, we celebrate America as it was meant to be: with stories, fire in the glass, and warmth in the heart.
This evening is entirely led by Norbert from Whisky4all and Spirits4all – a storyteller through and through with a sharp palate and a weakness for everything with character. Together with Amy, he built Whisky4all into a name that stands for quality, discovery, and above all: experience in the glass.
Norbert takes you on a journey through America with 7 distinctive whiskeys, and lets you not only taste… but understand.
He tells you about:
- bourbon and rye, and why they are each other's opposites and family
- the power of newly charred oak
- how the American climate accelerates and deepens whiskey
- and why this style is so direct, honest, and recognizable
Expect rich notes of vanilla and caramel, spicy warmth, wood, and a finish that lingers — just like a good story should.
💶 Price per person: € 45,-
📩 If you want a spot, email: patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Raise a glass to independence
— and let Norbert pour the story.
October 2, 20:00 - Whisky Tasting with Tony van Rooijen.
On October 2, it's happening again... Tony van Rooijen returns to Patrick’s Whiskybar in Zwolle for a new, special tasting.
Which whiskies will be on the table?
We'll keep that a secret for now. But those who know Tony, know he always comes with something special. Surprising, thoughtful, and with stories that give the glasses just that little bit of extra depth.
What we do know for sure:
It will once again be an evening full of character, conviviality, and discoveries in the glass.
More information about the line-up will follow soon.
Price per person: € 60,-
Reservation is mandatory
Reserve via patrick@hotelfidder.nl
An evening with Tony means not just tasting, but experiencing. Together we dive into the glass, into the stories, and into the nuances that make whisky so special. Whether you come for depth or wonder, you are guaranteed to go home richer than you came. Cheers to a memorable October evening!
2026-10-10
10 October 20:00 - Malt Stories: All 10
Sometimes you taste whisky.
Sometimes you taste time.
During this special Malt Stories evening, everything revolves around aging, patience, and character.
This edition is simple and exciting at the same time: all whiskies are 10 years old.
Patrick takes you through 7 whiskies with age, depth, and a story and talks about:
- what time truly does to a whisky
- when aging becomes magic (…and when it’s too much)
- the difference between youthful power and mature elegance
- how wood, tranquility, and environment shape flavor
You taste no haste — only layers of vanilla, fruit, wood, spices, and sometimes smoke.
Whiskies that don’t shout, but speak.
💶 Price per person: € 45,-
📩 Reservation required via: patrick@hotelfidder.nl
Malt Stories is not a tasting.
It is time in a glass.
2026-10-24
24 October 20:00 - 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
2026-11-07
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
2026-12-19
SAVE THE DATE - 19 December 20:00 - Old & Rare
✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨
The tasting of tastings is back…
On December 19 at 8:00 PM we will close the whisky year in style with you during the Old & Rare Tasting at Patrick’s Whiskybar in Zwolle!
Old & Rare – the tasting that needs no introduction. Already a tradition: closing the year with special whiskies and great people in a place where every drop breathes character.
Tickets will only be available around October/November via www.smws.eu
