Bourbon buffs will face off Thursday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. when Stave & Thief Society and The Still host "Bourbon Blind." Anyone who thinks they can identify four different bourbons by taste and aroma is invited to take the challenge. The grand prize is an advanced sensory kit valued at $250. Members of the Stave & Thief Society can enter the contest for $30 and the general public price is $50. The Still is located at Four Points by Sheraton, 2850 Crittenden Dr. Registration is available online.

Stave & Thief Society, an industry-leading bourbon certification program, preps members with superior, hands-on education in distilling, tasting and serving Kentucky's native spirit. This is the first event outside the classroom for bourbon stewards to test their knowledge and go head-to-head with other experts.

Downtown educational distillery Distilled Spirits Epicenter, 801 S. 8th St., is responsible for coordinating Stave & Thief Society's curriculum and administers workshops, learning materials and exams to prepare students to explain Louisville's rich bourbon history, discuss Kentucky brands and guide customers to the ideal choice for their palate.