From Where It All Began…
The Co-founder of SMWS Australia takes you back to the very beginning of The SMWS and the sewn seeds that would become the Australian branch.
Some Ramblings From The Early Days Of The SMWS In Australia
Long-time members Phil and Marjanneke reflect on their time with the club, the inception of The Australian branch, and how things have changed since.
20 Years Of Changing The Landscape
Join Matt as he looks back on his time in the whisky world and how The SMWS has shaped the Australian whisky scene.
The Captain’s Balcony Sets Sail
Originally published in Unfiltered #73 Through two rebrands and a pandemic, Sydney’s latest Partner Bar, The Captain’s Balcony, is now home to a staple SMWS experience and a fast-growing collection of bottles, local Unfiltered Editor [...]
What I’ve Learnt So Far In My Whisky Journey…
Read about the seven things that Adam has learnt during his first year at The SMWS; originally published in September Outturn 2022.
The Beginners Guide To The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (Australia Branch)
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is a premium whisky club; more than that, though, it’s a community, a place where whisky lovers, appreciators, connoisseurs, dabblers and enthusiasts come together to share their passion for flavour. [...]
Warming Winter Cocktails with Lachlan Watt
Lachlan Watt takes you through a delectable SMWS winter cocktail you can make at home as well as one you can find on the bar at Whisky & Alement this winter.
Stashed in the Attic: Old Bottle Effect
Featured in Unfiltered #60 Words: Tom Bruce-Gardyne OBE, or ‘old bottle effect’ lest anyone confuse it with the Queen’s birthday honours, is something of an enigma. It clearly exists in the world of fine wine, but [...]
Anatomy Of A Cask
How are casks created? Find out for yourself with this article extracted from Unfiltered #71.
Jerry Thomas and The Blue Blazer
Our National Chairman ponders a question he was recently asked "Which aspect or area of whisky do you think has seen the most change in the last two decades?"