Meet the Distillers Table (Sponsorship Fee: $995.00)

MEET THE DISTILLERS TABLE: $938.90 Sponsorship Fee + $56.10 Sustainability Fee

SHOWCASE THE MAKERS BEHIND YOUR SPIRITS

Meet the Distillers is our annual homage to the great creators behind each brand. The large tasting format event allows TOTC2026 attendees to sample a myriad of products under one roof. Meet the Distillers takes place on Thursday, one of the most high-traffic days at Tales! With two sessions, morning and afternoon, this activation will be on full display and welcomes a large volume of attendees. Partners can elect to do one or both sessions for maximum visibility.

Meet the Distillers Table sponsorship includes:

• Logo on TOTC agenda
• Up to 5 images provided by TOTCF Photography Team

Signage

• Logo included on table signage

Room Specifications

• 1,376 SQ FT room 6 Electrical Outlets

Time Allocations

MTD - Session 2

• 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• 2:00 - 5:00 PM
• 2-hour load-in only for those with 1 session
• 30 minute load out

Supplies

• (2) 6ft Tables
• Hotel Linens
• TOTC 5 oz. biodegradable cups (as many as needed)
• Cocktail napkins
• Water from Official Water Sponsor
• Kold Draft & Regular Ice
• 2 bus tubs
• Trash Receptacle for clean up at the end of the event
• Recycling Receptacle

Policies + Fine Print

Access & On-Site Guidelines

• Wristbands: A TOTC Tasting Room Wristband is required for entry.
• Worker Access: 4 Staff wristbands issued on-site with valid proof of LDA (U.S. Legal Drinking Age) ID. (*no more than 4 people can work at each table)
• Serving-ware: Glassware is not permitted inside the activation space; compostable cups will be provided, or you may provide your own TOTCF-approved compostables.
• Alcohol Ordering: Sponsors must underwrite all alcohol, which must be ordered by the Foundation via a Louisiana distributor.
• Marketing Deadline: Logos, event titles, and brand info submitted after June 19, 2026 may be excluded from promotional materials.

NOT INCLUDED with Sponsorship

Staffing

• Sponsors must provide labor for load-in, event execution, and load-out.
• All bartenders must hold ServSafe certification.
• Sponsors are responsible for all cocktail batching, prep, and refrigeration.

Supplies & Sampling

• Sponsors must provide any additional decor or signage.
• All alcoholic products must be ordered through TOTC’s liquor license and LA distribution.
• Sponsors must cover the cost of any additional cocktail ingredients.

Financial Terms

• A 10% deposit is required to secure your sponsorship. The Foundation will invoice for the remaining balance.
• After May 22, 2026, a 5% expedition fee will apply to all confirmed partnerships. Full payment via credit card is required at that time.