The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Australia

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.

Tickets are on sale now!

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.

PURCHASE TICKETS

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.

A Masterclass in Cask with Matt Bailey, National Ambassador
2023-04-02 15:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Prohibition Liquor Co., 22 Gilbert St, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia
Adelaide, let’s get back into the swing of things!
For 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.
Come 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.

When? Sunday, 2nd of April 2023 — 3:00pm arrival and start.
Where? Prohibition Liquor Co, 22 Gilbert St, Adelaide, SA 5000.

Members welcome to bring friends at member rates, non-members are also welcome. Tickets are strictly limited, so act fast.

MMMM: Magnificent Malts & Music Masterclass
2023-04-06 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Royal Automobile Club, 89 Macquarie Street, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia
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!
This 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!
We’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!

When? Thursday 6th April 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 prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend.

Addicted to Audio & Malts
2023-04-19 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Addicted To Audio, 453 Church St, Richmond, VIC, 3121, Australia
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.

What 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?

Sounds 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.

When? Wednesday 19th April 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? Addicted to Audio, 453 Church St, Richmond 3121.

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

Sydney Whisky Dinner — Franz Scheurer x Jose Silva
2023-04-26 19:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Bibo, 7 Bay Street, Double Bay, NSW, 2028, Australia
The Maestro is back once more!
Australia’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.
Jose 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.
Please 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.
Seats will be limited in the restaurant’s private dining room; book quickly to avoid disappointment.

When? Wednesday 26th April 2023 — 7:00pm arrival for a 7:30pm start.
Where? Bibo, 7 Bay St, Double Bay NSW 2028.

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

Tickets are on sale now

Whisky Blues
2023-04-29 12:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Shotgun Willie’s, 22 Gilbert Pl, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
Join The Scotch Malt Whisky Society for an unforgettable afternoon of music & whisky at our whisky blues tasting experience!

In 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?
Indulge 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.

When? Saturday 29th April 2023 — 12:30pm arrival for a 1:00pm start.
Where? Shotgun Willie’s. 22 Gilbert Pl, Adelaide SA 5000

Members and non-members are welcome. Guests of members are welcome to attend at member prices.

Sydney Festival Tasting
2023-05-12 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Royal Automobile Club, 89 Macquarie Street, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia
A grand Whisky festivals tasting experience not to be missed!
The 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!

Join 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.

When? Friday 12th May 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm 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.

Festive Soirée In Lonnie
2023-05-13 18:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Hobart) | Brisbane Street Bistro, 24 Brisbane St, Launceston, TAS, 7250, Australia
It’s the most fabulous time of the year — Scotch Whisky Festivals season!
The 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.
Join 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.

When? Saturday 13th May 2023 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? Brisbane Street Bistro — 24 Brisbane St, Launceston TAS 7250.

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

The Whisky Champs Preview ‘Blind Tasting’ at The Captain's Balcony
2023-05-19 19:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
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’.
Hosted 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.
What’s on taste? Well, that can only be a secret, but rest assured there will be previously unseen SMWS whiskies in the mix.
What 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*.
Seating 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.
Note: 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.
This is strictly an 18+ event.
*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.
Find out more about the AMWTC at https://www.amwtc-smws.com

Please note that this event is hosted by The Captain’s Balcony; tickets are available via Eventbrite here.

Perth Festival Drams
2023-05-20 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Perth) | Terrarium, 99 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
The SMWS festival casks touch down on the West Coast!
The 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!
Join your local State Ambassador Xander Stucken in Terrarium’s newly opened downstairs tasting room for an incredible evening of exquisite festival malts and Fèis spirit. Each ticket includes five SMWS festival drams, a welcome drink and sharing plates.

When? Saturday 20th May 2023 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? Terrarium — 99 St Georges Terrace (Howards St Entrance), Perth WA 6000.

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

Fèis Ìle at the Kelvin Club
2023-05-20 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | The Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Melbourne — Fèis is upon us!
The 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 (Fèis Ìle on Islay being the largest and most anticipated). 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!
Join us at the Kelvin Club in the CBD for a wondrous festive bash as we indulge in five of the unique SMWS festival drams with State Ambassador Alex Moores guiding each guest through the explosive flavours within each rare release. Each ticket includes five SMWS festival drams, a welcome dram and a light supper prepared by the Kelvin Club kitchen.

When? Saturday 20th May 2023 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? The Kelvin Club — 14-30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000.

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