The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Australia

20th Anniversary Of Australia Branch: Brisbane
2022-09-30 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Brisbane Club, 241 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia
EXTRA TICKETS RELEASED!
SMWS Australia Turns 20!
2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.
They brought the world’s leading whisky club, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, to Australia. They toured around the country with a bag of whisky and gauged interest to see whether or not Australians would truly want these rare and delicious malts.
The resounding answer was a yes! So, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia.

Join us at Brisbane’s premier private club for an intimate and festive evening where spirits will be high (and in glass) to toast the last 20 years of The SMWS Australia branch’s existence. This will be an exclusive event not to be missed and will see your State Ambassador, Scott Mansfield, discussing the branch’s history and evolution.
Each ticket includes a lavish dinner and five drams of Society whisky — including the soon-to-be-announced 20th-anniversary casks — plus a welcome dram.

When? Friday 30th September 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? The Brisbane Club, 241 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend. We will also be selling a dinner-only ticket for those who do not wish to taste the whisky but still attend.

20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Melbourne
2022-10-01 18:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Old Melbourne Gaol, 377 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.
They brought the world’s leading whisky club, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, to Australia. They toured around the country with a bag of whisky and gauged interest to see whether or not Australians would truly want these rare and delicious malts.
The resounding answer was a yes! So, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia.
In 2012 we celebrated our 10th anniversary of the branch, and in 2017, our 15th anniversary. Fast forward to 2022 and we’ve hit our 20-year milestone, and you guessed it, we have some rather special 20th-anniversary casks and experiences to share yet again.
At this celebration on the 1st of October, we’ll be taking over the whole Old Melbourne Gaol and your ticket entitles you to:

All drinks
All food
A special Society cocktail specially crafted for the experience
+ more to be announced…

Come join the most vibrant whisky community in Australia with a special launch of these 20th-anniversary casks and let’s raise a dram to the whisky club that started it all, The SMWS. Bookings essential. Tickets go on sale Friday 26 August 2022 at midday AEST.

When? Saturday 1 October 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? Old Melbourne Gaol, 377 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000.

This event is open to all members, friends, guests and non-members!

20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Hobart
2022-10-08 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Hobart) | New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst St, Hobart, TAS, 7000, Australia
2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.
They brought the world’s leading whisky club, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, to Australia. They toured around the country with a bag of whisky and gauged interest to see whether or not Australians would truly want these rare and delicious malts.
The resounding answer was a yes! So, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia.
Come join in at Tasmania’s premier Partner Bar, the New Sydney Hotel, as we celebrate the 20th year of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society being Down Under in ‘Straya. To mark the special occasion, we have three incredible Aussie exclusive bottlings for the anniversary which will feature in the line-up!
Enjoy a two-course meal as your Tasmanian State Ambassador, Tom Rofe, and special guest Victorian State Ambassador, Alex Moores (who is a proud Tasmanian, by the way), lead you and your friends through a five-dram SMWS line-up that is not to be missed.

When? Saturday 8th of October 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst St, Hobart, TAS 7000

This event is open to all members, friends, guests and non-members! Please keep in mind that if you do not specify any allergies, then we cannot guarantee that they will be accommodated for on the night.

The Captain's Balcony 20th Anniversary Casks Preview
2022-10-12 19:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Sail down to The Captain’s Balcony for a very special Outturn preview!
Our latest Sydney Partner Bar, The Captain’s Balcony, is hosting another of their popular Outturn preview tastings in October with a very exciting line-up including the 20th-anniversary casks, a bottle of Cask 73.85 Anzac biscuits & cricket bats (the 15th-anniversary bottling) + a yet-to-be-announced October Outturn cask.
As a special treat, there will be an opportunity to pre-order the 20th-anniversary casks on the night. All drams will be served with a selection of canapés from the kitchen; guests may also order meals from the kitchen on the night. The Captain’s Balcony also houses an extensive selection of SMWS drams available by the dram and half-dram for members and non-members to sample (members receive discounts on all SMWS drams).
Seating is limited and open to members and non-members. This is a very rare opportunity to sample the 20th-anniversary casks before they’re released and learn about the history of The SMWS in Australia. Tickets are $79. This event is hosted by The Captain’s Balcony, so you can purchase your tickets directly from Eventbrite using the link below! We can’t wait to see you at The Captain’s Balcony for this exciting and exclusive look at the 20th Anniversary Casks.
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A Rare Sherried Affair
2022-10-13 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Melbourne Whisky Room, Upstairs, 270 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The Big M.
A distillery that needs almost no introduction. The jewel of Speyside. The most renowned distillery in perhaps all of Scotland.
In every discussion about Scotch whisky as a whole, the ‘Big M’ distillery comes up in conversation at least once. It can divide, unite, and create a charm that no other distillery seems to capture. Either way you look at it, there’s a certain charm to distillery 24. Its recent expansion, the Easter Elchies House, the chewy richness of spirit and narrow cuts off the still: there’s a lot to explore with this powerhouse distillery.
Come explore these great whiskies with the SMWS as well as some other incredible sherried offerings: a mixture of current single cask Society casks, including an upcoming Vaults Collection 24.

When? Thursday 13th of October 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? The Melbourne Whisky Room, 270 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices; non-members are also welcome to attend.

20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Perth
2022-10-16 15:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Perth) | Terrarium, 99 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.
They brought the world’s leading whisky club, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, to Australia. They toured around the country with a bag of whisky and gauged interest to see whether or not Australians would truly want these rare and delicious malts.
The resounding answer was a yes! So, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia.

In 2012 we celebrated our 10th anniversary of the branch, and in 2017, our 15th anniversary. Fast forward to 2022 and we’ve hit our 20-year milestone, and you guessed it, we have some rather special 20th-anniversary casks and experiences to share yet again.

At this celebration on the 16th of October, we’ll be taking over our latest Partner Bar, Terrarium, in Perth. Drinks, food, a special Society cocktail expertly crafted for the experience + so much more to be announced!

When? Sunday 16th October 2022 — 3:30pm arrival for a 4pm start.
Where? Terrarium, 99 St Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000 (Howard St entrance), Perth WA 6000

Come join the most vibrant whisky community in Australia with a special launch of these 20th-anniversary casks and let’s raise a dram to the whisky club that started it all, The SMWS. Bookings are essential.

20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Then And Now
2022-10-22 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Chancery Lane, 430 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
A lavish feast to celebrate our branch’s Anniversary
Your State Managers for Victoria (that’s correct, plural) invite members to a very special event celebrating the history of the SMWS in Victoria, as part of our Australia-wide 20th Anniversary Celebrations.
As your current State Ambassador, I have recruited the help of some familiar faces to take guests on a journey from the first-ever meeting of Australian (and Victorian) members overseen by Chris Barnes, through the tenure of the estimable Owen Smythe, to the end of a two-decade period for the antipodean branch of the Society.
Each presenter will talk about the Society under their stewardship over a wonderful meal prepared by the team at Chancery Lane, and showcase not just the 20th Anniversary bottlings, but some other much loved historical releases.

When? Saturday the 22nd of October, 12:15pm arrival for a 12:30pm start.
Where? Chancery Lane, 430 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

This event is exclusively available to members of The Society only, partners and guests are welcome to attend. Guests are asked to adhere to a smart casual dress code, or fancy dress.

20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Sydney
2022-10-28 18:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Museum of Contemporary Art, 140 George Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000, Australia
2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.
They brought the world’s leading whisky club, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, to Australia. They toured around the country with a bag of whisky and gauged interest to see whether or not Australians would truly want these rare and delicious malts.
The resounding answer was a yes! So, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia.
In 2012 we celebrated our 10th anniversary of the branch, and in 2017, our 15th anniversary. Fast forward to 2022 and we’ve hit our 20-year milestone, and you guessed it, we have some rather special 20th-anniversary casks and experiences to share yet again.
At this celebration on the 28th of October, we’ll be taking over the whole Quayside room at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney, overlooking the harbour.
Your ticket includes:

All drinks
All food
+ more to be announced…

When? Friday 28th October 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? Quayside Room (Level 6) Museum of Contemporary Art, 140 George Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000

Come join the most vibrant whisky community in Australia with a special launch of these 20th-anniversary casks and let’s raise a dram to the whisky club that started it all, The SMWS. Bookings essential.

Tickets will go on sale on Friday the 16th of September, at midday AEST.

20 Years Not Out!
2022-11-05 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Hobart) | The Caledonian Wine Vaults, 124 George Street, Launceston, Tasmania, 7250, Australia
20 Years Not Out!
The 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!
From 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!
Two-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.

When? Saturday 5th November 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? The Caledonian Wine Vaults, 124 George Street, Launceston, TAS.

This event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices.

Whisky Abbey Festival 2022
2022-11-12 11:00 - 2022-11-13 18:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, Vic, 3067, Australia
Join us at Whisky Abbey this year in Abbotsford, Melbourne, for two days of extraordinary whisky!
Whisky 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.
Running 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!

Grab your tickets from their site today and we’ll see you at the show!

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Triple Christmas Treat
2022-11-25 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | M2 Kitchen, 1/354 Keira St, Wollongong, NSW, 2500, Australia
Wollongong, let’s get festive!
It’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.

An 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.

When? Friday 25th November 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.

Where? M2 Kitchen, 1/354 Keira St, Wollongong NSW 2500

This 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.

AHOY CAPTAIN! End of Year SMWS Party
2022-11-26 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
LET’S SEE 2022 OFF WITH A BANG!
What 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.
We’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.

What does your ticket include?
– 6 x Society drams
– Beer or cocktail on arrival
– All food
– Extra drams and drinks can be purchased on the day

When? Saturday 26th November 2022 — 12:30pm arrival for a 1pm start.
Where? The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine St, Sydney NSW 2000.

This event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices.

Fabulous Festive Farewell In Adelaide
2022-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Seven Stars Hotel, 187 Angas St, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia
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.
For 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.
Begin 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?

When? Thursday 1st December 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? The Seven Stars Hotel, 187 Angas Street, Adelaide

This event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.

Onwards & Upwards: A Melbourne Christmas Tale
2022-12-10 16:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Starward Distillery, 50 Bertie St, Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207, Australia
The return to Starward!
What 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?
Join 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.

When? Saturday, 10th of December 2022 — 4:00pm arrival for a 4:30pm start.
Where? Starward Distillery, 50 Bertie St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207.

This event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW.

So Scrumdiddlyumptious — An Afternoon of Whisky and Chocolate
2022-12-11 14:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mrs J. Rabbits Speakeasy, 23 Logan Road, Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia
Congratulations! Looks like you’re on someone’s ‘good‘ list.
You’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!
This is a lavishly decadent experience that you will absolutely not want to miss! Your ticket includes:

A welcome drink on arrival;
Five SMWS malts;
Cheese boards; and
Expertly crafted, handmade chocolates from BASIK Chocolates.

When? Sunday, 11th of December 2022 — 2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start.
Where? Mrs J Rabbit’s Speakeasy (At Electric Avenue), 23 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102.

This event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.

Odds & Ends
2022-12-14 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Melbourne Whisky Room, Upstairs, 270 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Our final Melbourne Whisky Room tasting of the year

It’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.
We’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.
Join 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.
Wednesday 14 December, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start. Tickets are available to members only and includes a light supper.

When? Wednesday 14th of December 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? The Melbourne Whisky Room (above Whisky & Alement), 270 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Tickets are on sale now!

Ho Ho Ho & a Bottle of Whisky!
2022-12-17 13:00 - 17:30 (Australia/Hobart) | Parliament House Gardens, Hobart, TAS, 7000, Australia
Whisky on the lawn to see out the year!
Yet 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.
As 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!
What does your ticket include?

Six Society drams,
A light lunch,
Plus a stunning SMWS-branded spirit glass to take home!

When? Saturday, 17th December, 1pm — party starts on arrival!
Where? Parliament House Gardens, Hobart TAS 7000.

This event is open to all members and non-members; members are welcome to bring guests along at member prices.

Perth Christmas Break Tasting
2022-12-27 16:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Perth) | Terrarium, 99 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The full Society experience to round out the year!
Join 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!
Come 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.

When? Tuesday 27th December 2022 — 4:00pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.
Where? Terrarium, 99 St Georges Tce, Via Howard St, Perth.

This event is open to all members and non-members; members are welcome to bring guests along at member prices.

Beersky! Summer Boilermakers
2023-01-19 18:30 - 21:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Whisky & Alement, 270 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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!
Proudly 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.

Boilermakers 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.

When? Thursday 19th of January 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? Whisky & Alement (upstairs), 270 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

No non-member tickets will be on offer.

Robbie Burns Whisky Supper — Sydney
2023-01-25 18:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Royal Automobile Club, 89 Macquarie Street, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia
Whisky, pipes, haggis, neeps & tatties!
It’s that time of year again when we get to celebrate the birthday of Scotland’s greatest poet and romantic, Robert Burns.
Join 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.
Five 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.

When? Wednesday 25th January 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia, 89 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member rates — non-members also welcome.

The Chairman's Grand Tour Of Speyside
2023-02-11 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | The Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
The Grand Tour of Speyside hits the road!
The newest inductee to the Keepers of the Quaich is proudly hosting his first SMWS event for the year, in Melbourne!
Join 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.
We’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?
On the night we’ll enjoy a light supper, whisky, entertainment, education, giveaways, and a presentation like no other.
A classic evening in the lovely surrounds of the Kelvin Club with our Chairman and NSW State Ambassador at large, Andrew Derbidge.

When? Saturday the 11th of February, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start
Where? The Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000

Members, partners and guests at one great rate. Non-members are also welcome.

Peat-Za!
2023-02-12 16:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Perth) | Terrarium, 99 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Peat and Pizza!!

Come 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.
Each 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.

When? Sunday 12th of February 2023 — 4:30pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.
Where? Terrarium, 99 St Georges Tce, Via Howard St, Perth.

Members are welcome to bring guests and member prices, non-members are also welcome to attend.

March Outturn Preview
2023-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Outturn previews are back at The Captain’s Balcony!

Sail 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.
What’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.

When? Friday the 24th of February, 7:00pm arrival for a 7:00pm start
Where? The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine St, Sydney NSW 2000

This event is ticketed by The Captain’s Balcony — grab yours via Eventbrite here.

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Whisky 101...And 102...And 103
2023-03-10 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Royal Automobile Club, 89 Macquarie Street, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia
Are you ready to go beyond the basics?

Want 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!
If 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.

When? Friday 10th March 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia ISC Room, 89 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.

Thinking Differently: The New Wave in Whisky
2023-03-16 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Whisky & Alement, 270 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The new wave in whisky is upon us!
New codes, new expressions, flavours previously unexplored and casks never-before-seen combine to explore the new world, the mavericks, the trailblazers, the magic makers…
Join 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.

When? Thursday 16th of March 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? Whisky & Alement (upstairs), 270 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC 3000.

This event is strictly for SMWS members only given the scarcity and rarities of what might be on offer. Members are welcome to bring guests.

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Gabba Tropical Drampour
2023-03-19 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Canvas Club, 16B Logan Road, Woolloongabba, QLD, 4102, Australia
Another sweltering Sunday calls for the cool embrace of…well, whisky of course!
Who 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.
What 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.

When? Sunday 19th March 2023 — 2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start.
Where? Canvas Club, 16B Logan Road, Woolloongabba 4102.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices, non-members are also welcome to attend.

An Autumn Treat
2023-03-24 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Fraternity Club, 11 Bourke St, Fairy Meadow, NSW, 2519, Australia
Treat yourself The Society way!
Join 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!
Each ticket entitles you to a welcome drink, five delicious single-cask, cask-strength drams, and four courses prepared by the club’s kitchen.

When? Friday the 24th of March, 6:30pm for a 7pm start.
Where? The Sunken Lounge, The Fraternity Club, 11 Bourke St, Fairy Meadow, 2519

Tickets 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!

April Outturn Preview
2023-03-24 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
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.
What’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.

When? Friday the 24th of March, 7:00pm arrival for a 7:00pm sharp start
Where? The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine St, Sydney NSW 2000

This event is ticketed by The Captain’s Balcony — grab yours via Eventbrite here.

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Drop the Sherry Bomb
2023-03-26 16:30 - 20:00 (Australia/Perth) | Terrarium, 99 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
It’s time to share the sherry!
Join 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.

Five pours of sherry-matured SMWS whisky, a light dinner and a lovely glass of Pedro Ximénez to finish the night off.

When? Sunday 26th of March 2023 — 4:30pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.
Where? Terrarium, 99 St Georges Tce, Via Howard St, Perth.

Members are welcome to bring guests and member prices, non-members are also welcome to attend.

Love Is In The Air — A Society Masterclass With Matt Bailey
2023-03-29 18:30 - 21:30 (Australia/Sydney) | National Press Club of Australia, 16 National Circuit, Barton, ACT, 2600, Australia
Some folks say “absence makes the heart grow fonder”
The 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.
Guests 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.

When? Wednesday 29th March 2023 — 6:15pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? National Press Club of Australia, 16 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
