[
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "what%20are%20the%20avaitors%20whiskey%20society%20up%20to%20at%20the%20moment%20I%20use%20to%20be%20a%20member%20but%20it%20was%20difficult%20to%20get%20to%20the%20meetings%20as%20they%20booked%20up%20so%20fast.%20what%20is%20the%20latest%20news"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s the latest on what the Aviators Whiskey Society is up to \u2014 membership, events, and what's changed:\n\n---\n\n## \ud83e\udd43 General Overview\n\n- The Aviators Whiskey Society is a **social whiskey club in Ireland**, founded in 2014 by staff at Dublin Airport who bonded over their passion for whiskey.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/about-us?utm_source=openai))  \n- Meetings take place monthly, mostly at **Kealy\u2019s Bar** near Dublin Airport \u2014 they host \u201cWhiskey Wednesdays\u201d as regular tasting events.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd14 Membership 2026 \u2014 Now Open\n\n- They are currently offering **memberships for 2026**, and those are NOW OPEN.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/?utm_source=openai))  \n- The cost for membership in 2025 was **\u20ac205**.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/shop?utm_source=openai))  \n- As a member, you gain access to the monthly events, special tastings, visits to distilleries, and likely some members-only perks.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/about-us?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udcc6 Events / Where to Be\n\n- They hold a bunch of events with brand/destillery-focused tastings. Examples include recent or upcoming tastings with **The Shed Distillery**, **Lough Ree**, **Hinch Irish Whiskey**, and **McConnell\u2019s Whiskey**.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/upcoming?utm_source=openai))  \n- In **April 2026**, one of the key events was the **Trip to Dingle** \u2014 a full distillery visit.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/upcoming?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \u26a0\ufe0f Demand & Booking\n\n- When the club featured in *The Single Malt Shop* blog back in **October 2024**, it was noted that their events are heavily in demand \u2014 \u201cwe\u2019re booked up for the next 12 months already.\u201d([thesinglemaltshop.com](https://thesinglemaltshop.com/2024/10/31/the-aviators-whiskey-club-is-irelands-friendliest-whiskey-society-also-its-most-influential/?utm_source=openai))  \n- It sounds like the rapid booking you remembered from before is still a factor. Membership appears tied to early access, so acting quickly helps.([thesinglemaltshop.com](https://thesinglemaltshop.com/2024/10/31/the-aviators-whiskey-club-is-irelands-friendliest-whiskey-society-also-its-most-influential/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83c\udd95 What\u2019s New / Changed\n\n- The big change is that **Memberships for 2026 are now open**, so you have a chance to rejoin or sign up.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Their events list now includes **more distillery visits** and special themed tastings \u2014 more off-site or immersive experiences, not just in Kealy\u2019s.([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/upcoming?utm_source=openai))  \n- There\u2019s a renewed focus on **working with brand ambassadors and distilleries** to bring in new expressions, emerging Irish whiskey makers, and to share background stories and production methods.([thesinglemaltshop.com](https://thesinglemaltshop.com/2024/10/31/the-aviators-whiskey-club-is-irelands-friendliest-whiskey-society-also-its-most-influential/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can pull up a list of the *next few upcoming events* (including pricing and how to register) to help you plan. Do you want me to do that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "yes"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "I checked \u2014 I haven\u2019t been able to find any *firmly scheduled upcoming events* for Aviators Whiskey Society that are clearly open for registration as of April 30, 2026. Here\u2019s what *is* available and what to keep an eye on:\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd0d What\u2019s Shown on Their \u201cUpcoming\u201d Page\n\nTheir events page lists several past events and some that appear outdated or already happened. Examples:\n\n- **Trip to Dingle \u2014 April 11, 2026** at Dingle Distillery ([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/upcoming?utm_source=openai))  \n- An earlier \u201cAhascragh Distillery\u201d event, \u201cKillowen,\u201d \u201cTeeling Distillery,\u201d etc. ([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/upcoming?utm_source=openai))  \n\nNone of the items listed have active links showing tickets On Sale *right now*. Most say \u201cRegister,\u201d but most are in the past (March, April) and probably not live any longer. ([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/upcoming?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udca1 What To Do To Find Live Events/Book\n\nHere are steps you can take so you don\u2019t miss the next event:\n\n1. **Join the Membership & Email List**  \n   They take email subscriptions on their site. Once the 2026 membership is live, members often get early access. ([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. **Watch for Whiskey Wednesdays at Kealy\u2019s**  \n   Regular monthly tastings are usually this format. Even if an event is booked, it gives you something to plan ahead for. ([aviatorswhiskeysociety.com](https://www.aviatorswhiskeysociety.com/?utm_source=openai))\n\n3. **Check with Distilleries**  \n   They frequently partner with distilleries (e.g. Shed, Teeling, Killowen) to host tastings. Distillery websites or social channels sometimes list Aviators events separately.\n\n4. **Engage on Social Media**  \n   Aviators likely posts event announcements via Facebook, Instagram, or email. Being in those channels helps you know when registration opens.\n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can try digging into their social media feeds or mailing list to see if there\u2019s *anything upcoming* not listed on the site yet \u2014 want me to pull that together?"
    }
]