The Velvet Lioness Society: Inaugural Sundowner Soirée
January 31st, 2026 6:30pm-10:00pm • Ingenhuett on High St - Comfort, Tx
A Multi-Sensory, Immersive Experience
Hear: Live Musical Performers
Sight: Art & Handcrafted Goods
Hear: Live Musical Performers
The evening comes alive with live strings, filling the air with elegant, wandering melodies that guide the rhythm of the soirée. From soft, soulful notes to lively flourishes, every moment is underscored by music that stirs the senses and elevates the night.
Smell: Scent Exploration Bar
Sight: Art & Handcrafted Goods
Hear: Live Musical Performers
At our perfume exploration station, scent becomes an adventure. Guests are invited to inhale, wander, and discover unique hand selected fragrances that awaken memory, emotion, and imagination - a truly intimate journey through the invisible art of fragrance.
Sight: Art & Handcrafted Goods
Sight: Art & Handcrafted Goods
Taste: Sip & Savor curated cocktails, fine bourbon, and artisanal bites.
Every corner of the soirée is a feast for the eyes. Fine art, wildlife photography, and hand-selected artisan creations transform the space into a gallery of untamed beauty and refined craftsmanship, inspiring both wonder and connection at first glance.
Taste: Sip & Savor curated cocktails, fine bourbon, and artisanal bites.
Taste: Sip & Savor curated cocktails, fine bourbon, and artisanal bites.
Taste: Sip & Savor curated cocktails, fine bourbon, and artisanal bites.
Enjoy handcrafted drinks from Bending Branch Winery — from their award-winning wines to their signature Kentucky-aged bourbons and expertly mixed cocktails — all served with Texas-hill-country flair. Paired with elevated hors d’oeuvres and charcuterie by Alamo Meat Market, each bite reflects thoughtful local sourcing and old-world flavor. Together, these culinary and libation details bring a touch of rustic sophistication and warm hospitality, rounding out the evening’s immersive experience.
Touch: Hand Rolled Cigars
Taste: Sip & Savor curated cocktails, fine bourbon, and artisanal bites.
Touch: Hand Rolled Cigars
Experience the refined artistry of master cigar roller Ibrahim Ruiz.
Havana-born and classically trained at the famed Romeo y Julieta factory, Ibrahim brings over 20 years of craftsmanship to the Sundowner Soirée. Guests will enjoy an intimate, sensory moment as he hand-rolls cigars on-site—adding a touch of Cuban heritage, elegance, and old-world indulgence to the evening.
Host Hotel: Hotel Giles
Stay at Hotel Giles
Steps away from the Ingenhuett.
Located in the heart of historic downtown Comfort TX, this haven of peace and tranquility is the perfect home base for the adventurer and the discerning tourist. Here at Hotel Giles, our guests enjoy superior levels of service and excellent amenities-- all with an eye to the remarkable restored interiors and exteriors of this local landmark.
Fifteen well-spaced guest accommodations on grounds and two off-site, beautiful suites in a historic home, assure guests of a private relaxing getaway
Use the group code "VELVET" for the Velvet Lioness discount!
Featured Wine & Bourbon Partner: Bending Branch Winery
Featuring: Bending Branch Wines & ChickenDuck Bourbon
The Velvet Lioness Society is honored to welcome Bending Branch Winery as our featured wine and bourbon partner for the Inaugural Sundowner Soirée.
Known for their award-winning, meticulously crafted wines and their innovative ChickenDuck Bourbon, Bending Branch embodies the same spirit of craftsmanship, curiosity, and elevated experience that defines Velvet Lioness.
Meet The Exhibitors
Crystal Nobles - Wildlife Artist
Crystal Nobles is a wildlife artist inspired by her love of the outdoors and the beauty of Texas landscapes. Her work captures the spirit of animals in their natural environments with a balance of detail and movement. Through her art, Nobles seeks to spark connection, appreciation, and respect for the wildlife and natural spaces that inspire her. She will be live painting during the event.