DC Urban Oasis, in an exclusive collaboration with New Dawn Distilling, is proud to present an evening where world-class mixology meets the art of craft distilling.
Join 2x US Bartender of the Year Kapri Robinson and New Dawn Distilling Founder Dr. Dawn O'Neal for an interactive exploration of whiskey craft, from distilling to the cocktail itself.
Through guided whiskey tastings, live cocktail demonstrations, and moderated conversation on the sustainability ethos behind the spirits, this experience blends education and discovery. This is a celebration of craftsmanship, heritage, and the visionary women shaping the future of the beverage industry.
What To Expect:
Guided tasting of New Dawn Distilling award-winning whiskies
Interactive cocktail demonstration
Moderated conversation on craft distilling and cocktail creation
Meet-and-Greet with Kapri Robinson (2x US Bartender of the Year and Netflix Drink Masters alum) and Dr. Dawn O'Neal (New Dawn Distilling Founder & CEO)
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ABOUT US
Kapri Robinson is one of the most accomplished beverage professionals Washington, DC has ever seen. Before appearing on Netflix’s Drink Masters, the hospitality educator and activist founded event series Empowering the Diner and Chocolate City’s Best, the world’s largest Black and Brown bartender competition, educational hub, and platform. She is also the host of the Soul Palate podcast, DC's 2017 Cocktail Queen, and a two-time Bartender of the Year.
Dr. Dawn O'Neal spent over a decade directing land trusts, leading climate research, and building strategy for national conservation organizations. Fueled by a lifelong love of bourbon rooted in family tradition, she founded New Dawn Distilling — bringing her conservation background into spirits to create an award-winning brand defined by scientific rigor, regenerative agriculture, and an uncompromising commitment to quality and responsibility.
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