Est. 2020
Tennessee Whiskey Workshop
Nashville’s Top-Rated Hands-On Cocktail Experience
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Cocktail Classes
Craft Without Performance
Designed for connection, not spectacle
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For birthdays, client gifts, team recognition, or anyone who values craft
Where the Cocktail Classes Live
Tennessee Whiskey Workshop’s public bookings are hosted inside Love & Exile in East Nashville,
within a private event space designed specifically for immersive group experiences.
The Tank Room offers a calm separation from the main bar, with its own entrance
and a layout designed for focus, conversation, and connection.
After the experience, guests are welcome to explore the full Love & Exile property,
whether that means a glass of wine on the patio,a bite from the kitchen,
or continuing the evening inside the main bar just steps away.
Available for private group bookings and corporate buyouts
Love & Exile – 715 Main Street, Nashville, TN 37206
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Meet THE FOUNDER
Chris Mallon is the Founder and Lead Educator of Tennessee Whiskey Workshop, one of Nashville’s top-rated cocktail experiences. With more than 26 years in hospitality, his background spans professional kitchens and award-winning bar programs that helped shape the city’s modern cocktail culture.
Based in East Nashville, Chris brings that full-spectrum experience into every program through thoughtful pacing, intentional cocktail design, and storytelling rooted in place. His approach balances education and hospitality in a way that feels accessible and engaging, without slipping into performance or spectacle.
Chris also serves in a leadership role with the United States Bartenders’ Guild, supporting education, mentorship, and long-term sustainability within the hospitality industry. That perspective informs how experiences are designed and delivered, with equal care for the guest experience and the professionals who bring it to life.
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