Let’s Open Up Over Whisky – Ett svenskt, ideellt initiativ för en mer inkluderande whiskygemenskap

Let's Open Up Over Whiskey is a Swedish, non-profit initiative that works for a more inclusive whisky community. We believe that whisky is at its best when it brings people together – through curiosity, conversation and shared experiences – and that everyone should feel welcome to participate.

Founded in 2021, the initiative now brings together individuals, whisky clubs, businesses, bars and restaurants who want to support a whisky culture built on respect, openness and responsibility. Our work focuses on dialogue, visibility and long-term cultural development, rather than quick fixes or fixed standards.

For us, inclusion is not about perfection. It is about the willingness to reflect, listen, and over time move in a more welcoming direction.

Get involved

There are several ways to get involved with Let's Open Up Over Whiskey, depending on who you are and how you want to contribute.

Private individuals

For whisky enthusiasts who want to support a more inclusive whisky culture and be part of an ongoing conversation about openness and community.

Whiskey clubs

For clubs who want to reflect on how welcoming their environments are and explore how participation can be broadened over time – without the requirement for certification or assessment.

Businesses, bars and restaurants

For producers, suppliers and venues who want to support a more inclusive and responsible whisky culture as part of the wider whisky ecosystem.

A shared responsibility

Creating a more inclusive whisky community is a long-term endeavor that requires commitment from many parts of the whisky world. Let's Open Up Over Whisky exists to support this shared responsibility – by creating space for conversation, encouraging reflection and elevating the value of openness within whisky culture.