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SUMMARY:The Whisky Champs Preview ‘Blind Tasting’ at The Captain's Balcony
DESCRIPTION:It is the Australian Malt Whisky Tasting Championship season and as an official Scotch Malt Whisky Society Partner Bar\, The Captain’s Balcony in Sydney is putting on an extra special AMWTC Preview ‘Blind Tasting’.\nHosted by National Director and Brand Ambassador Matt Bailey\, and local Sydney Ambassador\, Matt Wooler\, here is your chance to trial your skills and practice for the 2023 AMWTC. One individual will be crowned the winner and will take home a ticket valued at $249 to the coming AMWTC event on the 24th of June 2023 at the Art Gallery of NSW. \nWhat’s on taste? Well\, that can only be a secret\, but rest assured there will be previously unseen SMWS whiskies in the mix.  \nWhat if I already have purchased a ticket to the 2023 Champs? If you’re lucky enough to win on the night\, then you can gift your free ticket to a friend or partner and share the love*. \nSeating is limited and open to members and non-members. All whiskies and spirits are served with a selection of canapés from the kitchen. Arriving early? The full kitchen menu is open for service prior to and after the event. \nNote: If you are purchasing tickets to be part of a group please ensure these details are made available 24hrs prior to the event as seating is allocated. \nThis is strictly an 18+ event. \n*One person on the evening will win a ticket valued at $249 to the coming Australian Malt Whisky Tasting Championships 2023 by just guessing the right whiskies on the night. The winning ticket cannot be exchanged for cash or credit. \nFind out more about the AMWTC at https://www.amwtc-smws.com \n  \nPlease note that this event is hosted by The Captain’s Balcony; tickets are available via Eventbrite here.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/blind-tasting-captains-balcony/
LOCATION:The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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SUMMARY:Festive Soirée In Lonnie
DESCRIPTION:It’s the most fabulous time of the year — Scotch Whisky Festivals season!\nThe Scotch Whisky festivals are some of the most anticipated Scotch events in the world — taking place every May with each of the five unique Scotch Whisky regions celebrating in their own way and multiple distilleries putting out special releases in commemoration. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is proud to be bottling their own festival bottlings once again for 2023\, and you’ll be able to drink them at the same time as Scotland will! And\, for the first time ever\, Launceston will play host to the first Festival tasting of the year in Tassie. \nJoin us at the Brisbane Street Bistro for a two-course dinner accompanied by five stunning SMWS festival drams\, one from each region of Scotland\, spanning different flavour profiles. \n  \nWhen? Saturday 13th May 2023 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? Brisbane Street Bistro — 24 Brisbane St\, Launceston TAS 7250.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/festive-soiree-in-lonnie/
LOCATION:Brisbane Street Bistro\, 24 Brisbane St\, Launceston\, TAS\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Festival Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230512T183000
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SUMMARY:Sydney Festival Tasting
DESCRIPTION:A grand Whisky festivals tasting experience not to be missed!\nThe Scotch Whisky festivals are some of the most anticipated Scotch events in the world — taking place every May with each of the five unique Scotch whisky regions celebrating in their own way\, and multiple distilleries releasing out special bottlings in commemoration. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is proud to be releasing their own festival bottlings once again for 2023\, and you’ll be able to drink them at the same time as they will be in Scotland! \n\n\n\nJoin State Ambassador and National Chairman Andrew Derbidge for our annual festivals tasting where we’ll unveil and taste the Society’s very special festival bottlings. Speyside\, Highlands\, Lowlands\, Campbelltown\, Islay…we’ll make our way around Scotland and try all the diverse and delicious flavours held within the Rare Releases. Tickets include five of the exclusive SMWS festival drams\, a welcome drink\, and a light supper.\n\n\n\n  \nWhen? Friday 12th May 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia ISC Room\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/sydney-festival-tasting-23/
LOCATION:Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Festival Tasting,Tasting Events
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SUMMARY:Whisky Blues
DESCRIPTION:Join The Scotch Malt Whisky Society for an unforgettable afternoon of music & whisky at our whisky blues tasting experience!\n  \nIn celebration of April’s Music & Malts theme\, we’re hosting an afternoon of whisky and musical enjoyment! Sip on some fine single-cask\, cask-strength whisky while enjoying the soulful sounds of live blues guitarist\, Cal Williams Jnr. Our expert SA Ambassador Cody Banks will guide you through a curated selection of rare and unique drams\, each with its own distinctive character and flavour profile. And what’s a whisky event without some delicious food? \nIndulge in a hearty lunch of soulful-inspired blues cooking\, perfectly paired with our exquisite whiskies. Don’t miss this opportunity to indulge your senses and experience the perfect pairing of whisky and blues in one unforgettable event. \n  \nWhen? Saturday 29th April 2023 — 12:30pm arrival for a 1:00pm start.\nWhere? Shotgun Willie’s. 22 Gilbert Pl\, Adelaide SA 5000\n  \nMembers and non-members are welcome. Guests of members are welcome to attend at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/whisky-blues/
LOCATION:Shotgun Willie’s\, 22 Gilbert Pl\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Lunch,Whisky Party
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230426T213000
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SUMMARY:Sydney Whisky Dinner — Franz Scheurer x Jose Silva
DESCRIPTION:The Maestro is back once more!\nAustralia’s undisputed king of matching food to whisky\, Franz Scheurer\, will once again weave his magic with Society malts\, this time collaborating with acclaimed chef\, Jose Silva\, at Bibo in Double Bay. \nJose was Head Chef at the iconic 3-hatted Guillaume at Bennelong for 12 years before opening Bibo in 2016. Bibo mixes traditional Portuguese cuisine with classic French cooking techniques\, making for stunning flavours\, textures\, and visuals. Guests will receive a cocktail on arrival (created by Franz) before embarking on an incredible five-course menu\, with Franz and Jose matching each dish to a different Society malt. \nPlease note this is a curated whisky dinner with specific dishes prepared and matched to each Society whisky. Whilst the kitchen will endeavour to accommodate dietary requirements/requests\, please appreciate that the substituted dish may not achieve the same “1+1=3” effect that Franz creates. \nSeats will be limited in the restaurant’s private dining room; book quickly to avoid disappointment. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday 26th April 2023 — 7:00pm arrival for a 7:30pm start.\nWhere? Bibo\, 7 Bay St\, Double Bay NSW 2028.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices\, non-members are also welcome to attend. \n  \nTickets are on sale now
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/sydney-whisky-dinner-franz/
LOCATION:Bibo\, 7 Bay Street\, Double Bay\, NSW\, 2028\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230419T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230419T210000
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SUMMARY:Addicted to Audio & Malts
DESCRIPTION:In a first-ever Society experience\, we’re proudly partnering up with high-end audio specialists\, Addicted to Audio\, to present a pairing of Music & Malts like no other.\n\nWhat whisky pairs with which LP? Which digital soundscape works with which flavour profile? Which host sipiphany will create an auditory experience with their personal story as to how they chose that album with that whisky? More importantly\, what does a Society dram sound like when paired with a one-million-dollar hi-fi system?\n\nSounds and tastes like you’ve never experienced before\, in a welcoming showroom to discover and learn about whisky pairings in ways you’ve never tasted before. Join SMWS hosts Matt\, Alex & Adam on an auditory journey into the unknown\, the beautiful\, and the wild. Each ticket includes 6x drams\, light charcuterie & cheese\, and access to all three listening spaces on rotation with each host.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen? Wednesday 19th April 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? Addicted to Audio\, 453 Church St\, Richmond 3121.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/addicted-to-audio-malts/
LOCATION:Addicted To Audio\, 453 Church St\, Richmond\, VIC\, 3121\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230406T210000
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SUMMARY:MMMM: Magnificent Malts & Music Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a very special evening with some very special malts as we explore some of The Society’s oldest whiskies and match them with music!\nThis small\, intimate event will be an opportunity to try some of the Society’s older and more expensive whiskies by the dram. In fact\, we’ve picked out a 23yo\, a 29yo\, two 30yo\, a 31yo\, and a 33yo from our Premium and Vaults Collection ranges to be savoured and enjoyed — three of which are yet to be released in Australia! \nWe’ll be joined on the night by the fabulous Casey Golden trio\, who’ll be playing live music sporadically throughout the evening and matching a specific piece of music to each featured malt. A light supper will round out the evening. This will be a smaller event and seats are limited. Get in fast! \n  \nWhen? Thursday 6th April 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/magnificent-malts-music-masterclass/
LOCATION:Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230402T170000
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SUMMARY:A Masterclass in Cask with Matt Bailey\, National Ambassador
DESCRIPTION:Adelaide\, let’s get back into the swing of things!\nFor our first proper members’ outing of the year\, we’re proudly hosting a special afternoon of spirits\, flavour exploration\, and learnings and entertainment from our National Ambassador\, Matt Bailey. \nCome on a journey into new spirits\, incredible malts\, great food and local discovery as we delve into a proper masterclass of whisky and explore what’s happening across the world with casks hand-picked by Mr Bailey himself. Five single-cask\, cask-strength Society drams\, a welcome drink and a light supper will be included in your ticket. \n  \nWhen? Sunday\, 2nd of April 2023 — 3:00pm arrival and start.\nWhere? Prohibition Liquor Co\, 22 Gilbert St\, Adelaide\, SA 5000.\n  \nMembers welcome to bring friends at member rates\, non-members are also welcome. Tickets are strictly limited\, so act fast.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/masterclass-in-cask/
LOCATION:Prohibition Liquor Co.\, 22 Gilbert St\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230329T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230329T213000
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SUMMARY:Love Is In The Air — A Society Masterclass With Matt Bailey
DESCRIPTION:Some folks say “absence makes the heart grow fonder”\nThe tides have turned and the winds are changing — The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is celebrating its 40th anniversary and Canberra will be home to the first sit-down masterclass of the year with our National Director Matt Bailey. Join us at The National Press Club as Matt and your local Ambassador Drew McKinnie guide you through a formal seated whisky-tasting experience as some rare\, new and delicious drams are explored. Here we celebrate our reunion with old friends\, and the discovery of new friends\, our wonderful partners\, our love of exceptional drams and good times. \nGuests can expect six unique single-cask\, cask-strength Society drams along with grazing platters and canapés\, all presented by National Branch Director Matt Bailey. This event will be replacing the initial ‘STEPS’ format for a more intimate and tailored tasting experience. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday 29th March 2023 — 6:15pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? National Press Club of Australia\, 16 National Circuit\, Barton ACT 2600.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/joyful-drams-and-reunions/
LOCATION:National Press Club of Australia\, 16 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230326T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
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SUMMARY:Drop the Sherry Bomb
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to share the sherry!\nJoin us at Partner Bar Terrarium in Perth for a sherry-fuelled Society night! Take a trip to Jerez\, Spain\, the home of some of the best sherry bodega’s in the world (and the place where The Society sources their Sherry casks from) with Perth State Ambassador Alexander Stucken. Your senses will be awakened to the sweet nectar that is single cask\, cask strength sherry-matured malt — a decadent eruption of flavours. \n  \nFive pours of sherry-matured SMWS whisky\, a light dinner and a lovely glass of Pedro Ximénez to finish the night off. \n\nWhen? Sunday 26th of March 2023 — 4:30pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.\nWhere? Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Tce\, Via Howard St\, Perth.\n \n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests and member prices\, non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/drop-the-sherry-bomb/
LOCATION:Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230324T210000
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SUMMARY:April Outturn Preview
DESCRIPTION:Sail on down to Sydney Partner Bar The Captain’s Balcony for the April Outturn preview tasting. Join Ambassador Matt Wooler for an exploration of full-flavoured whisky as he guides you through five delicious drams from the upcoming April Outturn. This is an exclusive opportunity for members to try some of the upcoming casks before they’re released\, as well as a great chance for newcomers to see what The SMWS is all about. \nWhat’s on offer? Five delicious single-cask\, cask-strength SMWS drams\, light refreshments\, and a welcome drink\, all presented upstairs at The Captain’s Balcony. Members will also be able to pre-order certain bottles before they’re released (limited quantities available). As an SMWS Parter Bar\, there will also be more casks to try from April Outturn (as well as many prior releases) on the bar after the event. \n  \nWhen? Friday the 24th of March\, 7:00pm arrival for a 7:00pm sharp start\nWhere? The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine St\, Sydney NSW 2000\n  \nThis event is ticketed by The Captain’s Balcony — grab yours via Eventbrite here. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/april-outturn-preview/
LOCATION:The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230324T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
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SUMMARY:An Autumn Treat
DESCRIPTION:Treat yourself The Society way!\nJoin us in The Sunken Lounge at The Fraternity Club for a relaxing and wholesome Friday evening celebrating good drams\, fine food and excellent camaraderie. Your local SMWS Ambassador\, Fred Apolloni\, will be providing cask insight\, Society anecdotes and all-around excellent times to guarantee an exquisite evening in the ‘gong! \nEach ticket entitles you to a welcome drink\, five delicious single-cask\, cask-strength drams\, and four courses prepared by the club’s kitchen. \n\n\nWhen? Friday the 24th of March\, 6:30pm for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Sunken Lounge\, The Fraternity Club\, 11 Bourke St\, Fairy Meadow\, 2519\n\n\n\nTickets are available for members and non-members; if you’re looking to come along just to enjoy the company and food\, then we have dinner-only tickets available at a reduced price!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/an-autumn-treat/
LOCATION:The Fraternity Club\, 11 Bourke St\, Fairy Meadow\, NSW\, 2519\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230319T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230319T163000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
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SUMMARY:Gabba Tropical Drampour
DESCRIPTION:Another sweltering Sunday calls for the cool embrace of…well\, whisky of course!\nWho said there’s only one way to drink our drams? Join us at the Canvas Club on a lovely Sunday afternoon as we savour fine cask-strength\, single-cask whisky and rum served in surprising ways. Queensland Ambassador Scott Mansfield will be in high spirits serving some nuggets of wisdom\, cask insight and cheerful banter as we kick things off with our first Queensland tasting of 2023. \nWhat can guests expect? Five delicious single-cask\, cask-strength Society drams with a delicious mixture of whisky and rum\, a welcome drink and light refreshments. Join us as a tropical drampour starts to play. \n  \nWhen? Sunday 19th March 2023 — 2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start.\nWhere? Canvas Club\, 16B Logan Road\, Woolloongabba 4102.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices\, non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/gabba-tropical-drampour/
LOCATION:Canvas Club\, 16B Logan Road\, Woolloongabba\, QLD\, 4102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230316T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230227T000010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T021033Z
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SUMMARY:Thinking Differently: The New Wave in Whisky
DESCRIPTION:The new wave in whisky is upon us!\nNew codes\, new expressions\, flavours previously unexplored and casks never-before-seen combine to explore the new world\, the mavericks\, the trailblazers\, the magic makers… \nJoin us for an in-depth journey on what’s happening in the real world of whisky production and Society innovation with some new Society expressions\, barrel samples\, and other oddities going on around the world. Five unique Society drams\, a welcome drink\, and dinner are all included in the ticket price. This promises to be a dazzling evening where flavour truly will come alive. \n\nWhen? Thursday 16th of March 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? Whisky & Alement (upstairs)\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000.\n  \nThis event is strictly for SMWS members only given the scarcity and rarities of what might be on offer. Members are welcome to bring guests. \n  \nTickets are on sale now!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/new-wave-whisky/
LOCATION:Whisky & Alement\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230310T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230201T054525Z
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SUMMARY:Whisky 101...And 102...And 103
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to go beyond the basics?\n  \nWant to think differently about your whisky? Would you like to lift your game and become a Dram Whisperer? Our March event is a play on Whisky 101 and will be an in-depth look at the fundamentals of whisky: ingredients\, production\, maturation\, and the like. We’ll then go up a gear and also look at Whisky 102 and 103…exploring some of the little-known facts and secrets that the brands and industry don’t want you to know about! \nIf you’ve joined the Society recently or haven’t been to an event for a while\, this is definitely an evening not to miss. And\, needless to say\, we’ll be featuring a fantastic selection of five Society malts to savour and enjoy presented by SMWS Chairman and Keeper of the Quaich Andrew Derbidge. \n  \nWhen? Friday 10th March 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia ISC Room\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/whisky-101-102-103/
LOCATION:Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230131T210018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T015914Z
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SUMMARY:March Outturn Preview
DESCRIPTION:Outturn previews are back at The Captain’s Balcony!\n  \nSail on down to Sydney Partner Bar The Captain’s Balcony for the first Outturn preview tasting of 2023. Join Ambassador Matt Wooler for an exploration of full-flavoured whisky as he guides you through five delicious drams from the upcoming March Outturn. This is an exclusive opportunity for members to try some of the upcoming casks before they’re released\, as well as a great chance for newcomers to see what The SMWS is all about. \nWhat’s on offer? Five delicious single-cask\, cask-strength SMWS drams\, light refreshments\, and a welcome drink all presented upstairs at The Captain’s Balcony. Members will also be able to pre-order certain bottles before they’re released. As an SMWS Parter Bar\, there will also be more casks to try from March Outturn (and many prior releases) on the bar after the event. \n  \nWhen? Friday the 24th of February\, 7:00pm arrival for a 7:00pm start \nWhere? The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine St\, Sydney NSW 2000 \n  \nThis event is ticketed by The Captain’s Balcony — grab yours via Eventbrite here. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/march-outturn-preview/
LOCATION:The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230212T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230110T232227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T073610Z
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SUMMARY:Peat-Za!
DESCRIPTION:Peat and Pizza!!\n\n\n\nCome down to Perth Partner Bar Terrarium for a flavour explosion celebrating two great flavours — peated SMWS malt\, and pizza from Alfred’s Pizzeria! We’ve teamed up with local pizza legends Alfred’s Pizzeria for a sensational whisky dinner —  this is going to be one to remember. \nEach ticket includes five Society single cask\, cask strength peated drams\, a welcome drink and a pizza of your choice (please select when purchasing your ticket). This is going to be a fun and casual Society dinner to round out the week. \n\nWhen? Sunday 12th of February 2023 — 4:30pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.\nWhere? Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Tce\, Via Howard St\, Perth.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests and member prices\, non-members are also welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/peat-za/
LOCATION:Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230211T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230118T054115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T005748Z
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SUMMARY:The Chairman's Grand Tour Of Speyside
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Tour of Speyside hits the road!\nThe newest inductee to the Keepers of the Quaich is proudly hosting his first SMWS event for the year\, in Melbourne! \nJoin Andrew Derbidge for what will easily be one of the most focused\, detailed\, and informative whisky masterclasses ever presented in Australia as we embark on a grand tour of Speyside and the River Spey. \nWe’ll explore the region in depth\, looking not just at distilleries\, but at the region’s geography\, history\, people\, science\, and place in the whisky industry. We’ll also present a wee Speyside travel guide (where to stay\, wine\, and dine!)\, and\, of course\, we’ll be exploring and tasting five diverse whiskies from five very unique Speyside distilleries encompassing five different flavour profiles; four different cask types; and age statement releases including an 8yo\, 9yo\, 12yo\, 16yo\, and 29yo. How’s that for a spread? \nOn the night we’ll enjoy a light supper\, whisky\, entertainment\, education\, giveaways\, and a presentation like no other. \nA classic evening in the lovely surrounds of the Kelvin Club with our Chairman and NSW State Ambassador at large\, Andrew Derbidge. \n  \nWhen? Saturday the 11th of February\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start \nWhere? The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne VIC 3000 \n \nMembers\, partners and guests at one great rate. Non-members are also welcome.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/speyside-grand-tour/
LOCATION:The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230125T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230102T063536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T031307Z
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SUMMARY:Robbie Burns Whisky Supper — Sydney
DESCRIPTION:Whisky\, pipes\, haggis\, neeps & tatties!\nIt’s that time of year again when we get to celebrate the birthday of Scotland’s greatest poet and romantic\, Robert Burns. \nJoin us for our first official SMWS event in Sydney for 2023 as we head into a year celebrating 40 years of the SMWS changing the whisky landscape forever. A night of haggis\, pipers\, poetry and of course\, whisky. \nFive single-cask\, single-malt whisky serves\, a dinner of fresh Scottish produce\, some poetry\, and piping\, all in the surrounds of the stunning Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday 25th January 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member rates — non-members also welcome.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/robbie-burns-whisky-supper-sydney/
LOCATION:Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230119T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20230109T043206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T013733Z
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SUMMARY:Beersky! Summer Boilermakers
DESCRIPTION:SMWS is proud to kick off our year of flavour and 40 years of maverick attitude with our first monthly experience back at Whisky & Alement!\nProudly collaborating with a brewery that is very near and dear to the Whisky & Alement team\, we’ll be taking the ‘alement’ to new pairing heights and quenching our thirst with incredible beers\, new single casks\, and a light supper.\n\nBoilermakers are at the heart of barley and we’re excited to kick off the year with this collaboration. Join us on Thursday\, 19 Jan\, for our first event of 2023! Tickets are for SMWS members only. Members are welcome to bring partners/guests at our great member rate.\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 19th of January 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? Whisky & Alement (upstairs)\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000\n\n\nNo non-member tickets will be on offer.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/beersky-summer-boilermakers/
LOCATION:Whisky & Alement\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221227T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221109T010234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T010234Z
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SUMMARY:Perth Christmas Break Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The full Society experience to round out the year!\nJoin us at Partner Bar Terrarium to celebrate the end of a brilliant 2022 and the ushering in of 2023! We’ll be serving single-cask\, cask-strength Society malts\, canapés and refreshing aperitifs throughout the event. Perth State Ambassador David Stucken will be hosting members and friends for this final WA event of the year! \nCome down at 4pm for an afternoon aperitif with refreshing highballs & delicious bites on offer\, before adjourning inside to experience a series of delicious SMWS malts! Celebrate The Society way this Christmas break among fellow flavour enthusiasts and exceptional single cask whisky. \n  \nWhen? Tuesday 27th December 2022 — 4:00pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.\nWhere? Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Tce\, Via Howard St\, Perth.\n  \nThis event is open to all members and non-members; members are welcome to bring guests along at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/perth-christmas-break-tasting/
LOCATION:Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221109T053607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T233833Z
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SUMMARY:Ho Ho Ho & a Bottle of Whisky!
DESCRIPTION:Whisky on the lawn to see out the year!\nYet another stunning year for The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is coming to an end\, so it’s time to flop down on a tartan blanket at Parliament House lawns and whittle away the afternoon with great drams and fine company. Join Tasmanian State Manager Tom Rofe to see the year out with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. \nAs soon as you arrive after 1pm\, the drams will be flowing. Bring your own blanket or chair (unless you are happy to flop down on the Tassie grass). Spot prize for the best tartan blanket\, the best tasting note on the day\, and the most festive attire! \nWhat does your ticket include? \n\nSix Society drams\,\nA light lunch\,\nPlus a stunning SMWS-branded spirit glass to take home!\n\n  \nWhen? Saturday\, 17th December\, 1pm — party starts on arrival!\nWhere? Parliament House Gardens\, Hobart TAS 7000.\n  \nThis event is open to all members and non-members; members are welcome to bring guests along at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/ho-ho-ho-bottle-whisky/
LOCATION:Parliament House Gardens\, Hobart\, TAS\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Lunch,Whisky Party
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221214T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221205T001029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T010032Z
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SUMMARY:Odds & Ends
DESCRIPTION:Our final Melbourne Whisky Room tasting of the year\n\nIt’s that time of year when your resident whisky Santa and ambassador about town brings the ‘Odds & Ends’ for one last member masterclass of the year at Whisky & Alement. \nWe’ve had a cracking year of flavour at the SMWS and we’re neck-deep in planning for next year\, but there were a few casks that definitely sparked our interest above others\, or perhaps flew under the radar completely this year. Some oddities\, some flavour rarities\, some casks that our ambassador fell in love with completely. \nJoin us for one more festive bash at Melbourne Whisky Room next week for a very limited\, very intimate\, cosy tasting of goodies from deep within the warehouse at SMWS. \nWednesday 14 December\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start. Tickets are available to members only and includes a light supper. \n\n\nWhen? Wednesday 14th of December 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? The Melbourne Whisky Room (above Whisky & Alement)\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000\n  \nTickets are on sale now!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/odds-ends/
LOCATION:Melbourne Whisky Room\, Upstairs\, 270 Russell Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20221211T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20221211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221110T051042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T041821Z
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SUMMARY:So Scrumdiddlyumptious — An Afternoon of Whisky and Chocolate
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations! Looks like you’re on someone’s ‘good‘ list.\nYou’re invited to indulge in a summer afternoon savouring Scrumdiddlyumptious single cask\, cask strength Society whiskies and gourmet chocolates. The maestro Krsna of BASIK Chocolates returns to share with us the alchemy of expertly paired fine whisky with his extraordinary creations. All this in the magic environs of our local Partner Bar Mrs J Rabbits. What a way to start the summer holiday season! \nThis is a lavishly decadent experience that you will absolutely not want to miss! Your ticket includes: \n\nA welcome drink on arrival;\nFive SMWS malts;\nCheese boards; and\nExpertly crafted\, handmade chocolates from BASIK Chocolates.\n\n  \nWhen? Sunday\, 11th of December 2022 — 2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start.\nWhere? Mrs J Rabbit’s Speakeasy (At Electric Avenue)\, 23 Logan Rd\, Woolloongabba QLD 4102.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/whisky-chocolate-christmas/
LOCATION:Mrs J. Rabbits Speakeasy\, 23 Logan Road\, Woolloongabba\, Queensland\, 4102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221210T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221110T050831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T011355Z
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SUMMARY:Onwards & Upwards: A Melbourne Christmas Tale
DESCRIPTION:The return to Starward!\nWhat a year it’s been; from the much-anticipated return of the Whisky Champs\, a third collaboration with Chocolate mad scientist Krsna\, and of course our incredible 20th-anniversary experiences — 2022 has been a stellar year for SMWS Australia. We think that deserves an extra-special party to celebrate\, and what better venue is there to do so than Starward Distillery in Port Melbourne? \nJoin us for a Saturday evening of whisky\, refreshments and brilliant company amongst new and old friends! Your ticket includes a series of SMWS malts (+ some special Starward releases) and some delicious food to keep you going. See out 2022 with local State Ambassador Alex Moores and National Director/Ambassador Matt Bailey the SMWS way: amongst like-minded flavour enthusiasts with exceptional drams. \n  \nWhen? Saturday\, 10th of December 2022 — 4:00pm arrival for a 4:30pm start.\nWhere? Starward Distillery\, 50 Bertie St\, Port Melbourne VIC 3207.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. \n  \nTICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/onwards-upwards-melbourne/
LOCATION:Starward Distillery\, 50 Bertie St\, Port Melbourne\, VIC\, 3207\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20221201T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20221201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221102T045003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T021417Z
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SUMMARY:Fabulous Festive Farewell In Adelaide
DESCRIPTION:As another year comes to a close\, we invite you and your whisky-loving friends to share some wonderful drams during an evening of convivial conversation and laughs.\nFor the final tasting of 2022\, we’ve chosen a Thursday evening in the courtyard and function space of the Seven Stars Hotel where we’ll let you in on some of the more interesting tales from the world of whisky and The Society. You never know when you could be the first to hear the latest news. No evening of enjoying six single-cask\, cask-strength whiskies would be complete without a delicious supper spread curated by the kitchen team at the Seven Stars. \nBegin your festive season by experiencing some of the latest special single malts from The SMWS — you can sort your Christmas shopping and choose a new favourite dram to add sparkle to your days in a single evening with SA State Ambassadors Jenny and Alan Forrest\, as well as special guest SMWS Australia Ambassador and Director Matt Bailey\, and other whisky lovers! What more could you ask of the festive season? \n  \nWhen? Thursday 1st December 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? The Seven Stars Hotel\, 187 Angas Street\, Adelaide\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/festive-farewell-adelaide/
LOCATION:Seven Stars Hotel\, 187 Angas St\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221126T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
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SUMMARY:AHOY CAPTAIN! End of Year SMWS Party
DESCRIPTION:LET’S SEE 2022 OFF WITH A BANG!\nWhat a year. 2022. A year of colour\, flavour\, and getting back into the swing of it with The Society. Our massive end-of-year Xmas party is back and we’re doing a full venue takeover of our terrific Partner Bar The Captain’s Balcony\, right in town. \nWe’ll have access to all three levels — there will be music\, food\, whisky\, and of course\, good times with friends! See the year out in style with what will be our final formal event of the year. \n  \nWhat does your ticket include?\n– 6 x Society drams\n– Beer or cocktail on arrival\n– All food\n– Extra drams and drinks can be purchased on the day \n  \nWhen? Saturday 26th November 2022 — 12:30pm arrival for a 1pm start.\nWhere? The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/2022-sydney-xmas-party/
LOCATION:The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221125T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221103T231058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T031347Z
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SUMMARY:Triple Christmas Treat
DESCRIPTION:Wollongong\, let’s get festive!\nIt’s that time of year again when the weather warms up\, the drams are poured\, and the beer is flowing. Join your State Ambassador Fred Apolloni and National Ambassador/Director Matt Bailey for an unforgettable evening of storytelling\, new casks from the SMWS\, and fresh beer from the keg (courtesy of Principle Brewing)\, all served up with a full dinner from M2 Kitchen.\n\nAn event not to be missed to round out 2022 in a way that only the Illawarra knows how to do best. Come celebrate amongst good friends and Society comrades with amazing beer\, mouth-watering food and exceptional drams.\n\n\nWhen? Friday 25th November 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\n\nWhere? M2 Kitchen\, 1/354 Keira St\, Wollongong NSW 2500 \n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. We will also be offering a dinner only ticket for those who just wish to enjoy the dinner.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/triple-christmas-treat/
LOCATION:M2 Kitchen\, 1/354 Keira St\, Wollongong\, NSW\, 2500\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Whisky Dinner,Whisky Party
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221112T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221014T042030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T042233Z
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SUMMARY:Whisky Abbey Festival 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whisky Abbey this year in Abbotsford\, Melbourne\, for two days of extraordinary whisky!\nWhisky Abbey is back for its second year and The SMWS is proud to once again be pouring some incredible drams from our line-up of cask-strength\, single-cask whiskies! There will be over 600 whiskies on pour from local\, international and independent brands/bottlers — your ticket allows you access to the show\, where you can purchase 15ml pours from each stand. \nRunning over two days — Saturday the 12th of November and Sunday the 13th of November — Whisky Abbey is going to be an exciting show that you won’t want to miss! Stop by The Society table for some extra special members-only pours and\, if you’re not a member yet\, we’ll be running some exciting membership deals exclusive to Whisky Abbey! \n  \nGrab your tickets from their site today and we’ll see you at the show! \n  \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/whisky-abbey-2022/
LOCATION:Abbotsford Convent\, 1 St Heliers St\, Abbotsford\, Vic\, 3067\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221105T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T090857
CREATED:20221024T042639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T225611Z
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SUMMARY:20 Years Not Out!
DESCRIPTION:20 Years Not Out!\nThe Scotch Malt Whisky Society has been alive and kicking in ‘Stralya for the last 20 years!! There have been many drams that have gone through the country! Join the SMWS at The Caledonian for a night of stunning drams to celebrate these last 20 years! \nFrom new world whisky to 20-year-old Scottish gems! Tasmanian State Ambassador Tom Rofe can’t wait to share these stunning casks with Northern Folk! \nTwo-course meal provided and five drams — please advise of any dietary restrictions\, otherwise they may not be able to be catered for on the night. \n  \nWhen? Saturday 5th November 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? The Caledonian Wine Vaults\, 124 George Street\, Launceston\, TAS.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/20-years-launceston/
LOCATION:The Caledonian Wine Vaults\, 124 George Street\, Launceston\, Tasmania\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
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