Sir Rod Stewart Celebrates the One-Year Anniversary of Wolfie’s Whisky and The End of His Iconic 13-Year Las Vegas Residency At The Cosmopolitan

Las Vegas – Aug. 5, 2024 – Late Saturday night, two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sir Rod Stewart surprised fans with an unforgettable appearance at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, the swanky speakeasy and live music hot spot at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Joined by family and bandmates, the British rock legend celebrated the one-year anniversary of his award-winning Wolfie’s Whisky and the upcoming 200th show and conclusion of his epic 13-year “Rod Stewart – The Hits” residency on Wednesday, Aug. 7.

Secret Rod Stewart Performance

Unsuspecting fans were treated to an impromptu a capella performance of “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You.” Then there was a sing-along of “Ooh La La” joined by his backup singers, Holly Brewer, Becca Kotte, and JoAnne Harper.

Radio XX, an all-star rock band including Ben Carey (formerly of Lifehouse and Savage Garden), Bryce Soderberg (Lifehouse), Toby Rand (Rockstar Supernova finalist), and drummer Al Seratto also participated.

Stewart kicked off the evening by stepping behind the bar alongside his business partner, Duncan Frew, CEO of Wolfie’s Whisky, serving shots of their signature spirit to lucky guests. The rock icon then joined his wife, Penny Lancaster, and his family, including his children Sean, Liam, and Renee Stewart, as well Liam’s newlywed wife, Nicole Artukovich, and Frew’s wife, Lauren.

Wolfie’s Whiskey

Guests indulged in specialty cocktails crafted with Wolfie’s Whiskey, including the lavish Rockstar Martini, made with Wolfie’s Scotch Whisky, Chambord, blood orange syrup, vanilla syrup, lime juice, and topped with champagne, as well as the hot and spicy Do Ya Think I’m Sexy, a mix of Wolfie’s Scotch Whisky, agave syrup, lime juice, Fire Tincture, mint and jalapeño.

While on stage, Stewart was presented with a cake; an oversized replica of a Wolfie’s Whisky bottle.

The Barbershop has become a go-to spot for impromptu performances by top talent, with past surprise guests including Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Zac Brown, Dave Matthews, Machine Gun Kelly, and Travis Barker. For reservations and more information, visit The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails website or call (702) 698-7434.