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Spirit Tasting & Chili Cookoff

Enjoy five handcrafted spirit tastings from Name Brandt Distillery, delicious food, and a friendly charity chili cookoff between three local Knights of Columbus councils, all for a great cause!

Spirit Tasting & Chili Cookoff

**Great Spirits. Great Chili. A Greater Purpose!**

Join us for a special evening of handcrafted spirits, delicious food, friendly competition, and community fellowship at the **Spirit Tasting & Knights of Columbus Charity Chili Cookoff!**

Hosted at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Monroe, Ohio, this unique event brings together the art of craft distilling and the excitement of a charity chili competition, all in support of a great cause.

**🥃 Five Handcrafted Spirit Tastings**

Experience five unique spirits from **Name Brandt Distillery**, a small-batch, grain-to-glass distillery located in Middletown, Ohio. Your tasting experience includes:

- Bastard Bourbon Whiskey
- Rye Whiskey
- Tequila
- Vodka
- Gin

You'll also enjoy an educational presentation from the distillery's owner, who will share insights into the distilling process, the craftsmanship behind each spirit, and the history that makes these spirits special.

**🌶️ Knights of Columbus Charity Chili Cookoff**

Three local Knights of Columbus councils will go head-to-head in a friendly competition to determine who makes the best chili!

- **Council 14563** - Our Lady of Sorrows, Monroe
- **Council 15330** - Holy Name Parish, Trenton
- **Council 1610** - Holy Family Parish, Middletown

Each council will bring its best recipe to the table, competing for bragging rights and, more importantly, the opportunity to support its chosen charity. **Proceeds from the competition will benefit the charity selected by the winning council!**

**🍽️ Food Included**

Come hungry! A delicious meal is included with your admission, so you can enjoy great food while discovering new spirits and cheering on your favorite chili.

**📅 Event Details**

**Date:** Saturday, November 14, 2026

**Time:** 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

**Location:** Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Monroe, Ohio

**Admission:** $40 per person

Whether you're a whiskey enthusiast, a chili lover, or simply looking for a fun evening supporting your community, this is an event you won't want to miss!

**Register today and join us for great spirits, great chili, and an even greater purpose!**