Whether you’re already well-versed in wine aromas, grape varieties, and finishes, or you tend to choose your favorite bottle based on gut feeling—you’re in good hands at An Idiot’s Guide to Wine in Cologne! The show combines an enjoyable wine tasting with lively stand-up comedy, ensuring an evening full of laughter, new insights, and great glasses of wine. Look forward to Merlot, Chardonnay, and more—served with a generous helping of humor.
What is *An Idiot’s Guide to Wine*?
“An Idiot’s Guide to Wine” is an interactive comedy show for ages 18 and up that combines wine tasting and stand-up comedy in a particularly laid-back way. Instead of stuffy technical jargon, you’ll enjoy an entertaining evening where you’ll sample six select wines from around the world —all included in the ticket price. Throughout the approximately 70-minute show, a professional comedian will guide you with wit, charm, and in-depth wine knowledge—perfect for anyone who wants to combine enjoyment with a good time.
More info about the event
The show was created by Australian comedian Merrick Watts and has already established itself as a crowd favorite in his home country over the course of more than 35 successful seasons. It combines humorous stage entertainment with fascinating wine knowledge and gives you the opportunity to taste the featured wines for yourself right away. This creates a relaxed evening for anyone who wants to learn more about wine without getting bogged down in stuffy tasting rituals. The events are usually held after work or on leisurely weekend afternoons, and you’ll only find out which wines will be served once you arrive.
If you’d rather enjoy wine with a smile on your face than with stuffy technical jargon in your ears, “An Idiot’s Guide to Wine” is the perfect choice for you. Here, you can look forward to an evening that combines enjoyment, humor, and fascinating wine knowledge in a wonderfully laid-back way. The show takes place on select dates at the Kunsthafen in the Rhenania in Cologne, and seating is limited—so be sure to secure your tickets early, before all the glasses are empty!
