Idealistic Founder
Beau Stone
The heart and soul behind Whitstone Distilling: an eternal optimist who believes hard work, loyalty, and a damn good drink can fix anything.
Death at the Distillery
An Immersive Murder Mystery Party of Secrets and Espionage
Welcome to the Launch at Whitstone Distilling You’re not just attending a product debut—you’re stepping into the center of a storm. Whitstone Distilling is unveiling their groundbreaking new spirit, a creation whispered to change the future of fine drinking. Investors, media elites, rival distilleries, and insiders have all gathered for a night of celebration… and quiet sabotage. Deals will be made, secrets will surface, and not everyone will leave with what they came for.
This immersive murder mystery experience blends release parties with espionage, perfect for thrill-seekers who love character-driven mystery.
🎭 Costumes Encouraged 🗝️ Every Guest Plays a Role 🕵️♀️ Solve the Mystery Together
Your job? Piece together the lies and half-truths before time runs out.
How It Works
How This Murder Mystery Works
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Arrive & Get Your Role
Check in, receive your character, and get quick help jumping in. (Private parties may receive roles ahead of time.)
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Kickoff & Objectives
Our host explains how objectives work, how to interact, and how play money/prizes work — then invites everyone to mingle.
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Mingle, Trade Secrets, Build Motives
Guests circulate, uncover relationships, and negotiate information through real conversation — no scripts required.
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The Murder & Investigation Begins
At the turning point, the victim “dies,” new info is released, and the room shifts into detective mode.
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Evidence, Voting, Reveal & Prizes
Official evidence is presented, guests vote on who committed the crime, and the solution is revealed.
Who Will You Be Playing?
In a Baker Street Mystery murder mystery party, there are no actors—you and your guests take on the roles of suspects, sleuths, and secret-keepers. Each person receives a unique character with a backstory, hidden objectives, and relationships to uncover throughout the evening. Whether you’re the psychic leading the séance or the maid with something to hide, everyone plays a vital role in solving the case. Here are a few of the characters in the story.
Ruthless Builder
Whit Whiskey
The steely co-founder of Whitstone Distilling who helped build the brand from nothing here to protect what’s theirs, no matter the cost.
Industry Rival
Madison Cask
The owner of Cask & Crown Distillery, not here to toast Whitstone Distilling’s success; but to watch their empire fall.
Power Investor
Rory Grain
A laid-back early retiree who made a fortune on Whitstone Distilling. Money isn’t the goal anymore; it’s about the game, the power, and proving they still know how to pick a winner.
Truth-Seeking Journalist
Aspen Bound
Respected food and spirits journalist known for exposing hype and celebrating truth, looking tell the story no one else dares to write.
Ambitious Innovator
Angel Share
Head of Research & Development at Whitstone Distilling—and the public face of their groundbreaking new formula, seeking even more glory.
Financial Saboteur
Sasha Sour
The quiet accountant who knows exactly where the bodies are buried. Playing both sides tonight could make them very, very rich.
Social media maven
Taylor Tannin
A master of virality and perception, Taylor knows how to turn whispers into headlines and moments into movements.
More characters revealed at the event
What Makes Baker Street Mystery Different
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No Actors. No Scripts. You Are the Mystery.
Unlike traditional murder mystery dinners, there are no performers on stage and no scripted scenes to watch. Every guest receives a character with secrets, objectives, and relationships — and the story unfolds through natural conversation and discovery, not cue cards.
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Everyone Has a Role (No Spectators)
Every guest is involved from start to finish. Whether you’re bold, analytical, or quietly observant, the game adapts to your style.
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Built for Real Conversations, Not Performances
This experience is ideal for people who don’t want to “act.”
No accents. No monologues. No embarrassment. Just guided prompts that make engagement easy and comfortable.
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Clues Are Discovered, Not Handed Out
There are no timed clue drops. Evidence emerges through::
• Private conversations
• Shared discoveries
• Strategic information trading
The mystery rewards curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
What Our Suspects Say
Billy Brown
"This was an amazing event! Looking forward to another one!!"
Linda Suttles
“The event was excellent.“
FAQs
You don’t need acting experience to participate. Guests receive clear character guides, objectives, and host support. Acting in character is optional. Some guests lean into roleplay, while others focus on strategy, deduction, and conversation. The experience works at any comfort level.
Our parties are designed to be intuitive and welcoming—even for first‑timers. Many competitors also offer “interactive” events, but theirs often still feature central actors to manage pace and plot. We trust the group to carry the narrative, supported by materials and structure—not scripts.
For most parties, we need a minimum of 20 participants, but can accommodate up to 100 or more, depending on venue and setup. For smaller groups, we have a selection of micro-themes that can run with as little as 8 guests.
Our mysteries are set up in a way in which roles accommodate different comfort levels. By providing clear objectives we give each guests the flexibility to take a more reserved approach or to fully-embrace their character. Guests receive clear character guides, objectives, and host support.
Characters are provided digitally or in person, depending on the event format.
If chosen, private event attendees can be emailed their characters, backstories, and goals ahead of time. Most public event participants receive assignments onsite.
Themed attire is encouraged and helps immersion but is optional. Themes range from 1920s speakeasy to supernatural seance or winery mystery—costume inspiration guides are provided to help participants prepare. Guests may dress comfortably or lean into the theme for fun.
Since we use licenses to sell tickets, we only provide a fully-hosted experience. This ensures that you receive a high-quality, immersive murder mystery event, complete with all the necessary materials, guidance, and support for a memorable experience.