Gold Bar Whiskey to Host Event to Break Guinness World Records
The current Guinness World Record for Most People Shaking Cocktails Simultaneously is 1,710. Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery, the San Francisco Bay Area's award-winning local whiskey distillery, wants to break that record, and is sponsoring an official attempt Saturday, May 17 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery located on Treasure Island.
Official Attempt counting begins at 3:00PM sharp. The event will be emceed by San Francisco Giants Broadcaster and 2x World Series Champion, Hunter Pence.
"While making cocktail history, we want people to experience our unique space on Treasure Island," said Elliott Gillespie, President of Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery. "Our interactive cocktail classes at our Tasting Room sparked this world record breaking idea. San Francisco is globally recognized as a top city for mixology, so let's break this record for our amazing city."
Participants can expect a day filled with:
- Bay Area Cocktail History: Learn from Hunter Pence – He'll teach everyone how to make our signature cocktail before leading the record-breaking shake!
- Limited Edition Cocktail Shaker – Every guest takes home a commemorative metal cocktail shaker tin to re-create their favorite Gold Bar Whiskey cocktails at home.
- Live Music and Entertainment by the San Francisco cover band, Neon Velvet, and live DJ from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Breathtaking Views: Watch the sunset over the San Francisco skyline, Bay Bridge, and Golden Gate Bridge.
- Vendor Village: In partnership with West Coast Makers and Bumpboxx, enjoy a curated vendor village and brand activation space.
- Amazing Cocktails, Beer and Wine – Plus non-alcoholic options for those who prefer to sip without spirits.