The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Australia

Winter Dinner, Winter Drams
2022-08-19 19:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Sydney) | The Fraternity Club, 11 Bourke St, Fairy Meadow, NSW, 2519, Australia
Winter feast in the Gong!
Rug up and bring your winter coats down to The Sunken Lounge at The Fraternity Club for an incredible four-course meal accompanying fine Society malts and camaraderie! A range of SMWS whiskies are to be enjoyed whilst Wollongong Ambassador Fred Apolloni shares his whisky knowledge, wisdom and tales with members and friends.
Enjoy a relaxed and social evening with friends and like-minded folk enjoying delectable single-cask malts and a hearty winter feast! Enjoy five drams and four courses prepared by The Fraternity Club kitchen as you relax in the Sunken Lounge.

When? Friday the 19th of August, 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!

An Evening With The Master in Melbourne
2022-08-11 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | The Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
An unforgettable whisky masterclass with our Global Ambassador…
John McCheyne, the Global Ambassador for The SMWS, is making his maiden voyage to Australia all the way from Scotland, for a rare appearance in August. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime evening of storytelling, whisky, and a selection of Society casks hand-picked by John that you’ve never tasted before.

Expect a line-up of delicious, curated Society casks and some light refreshments as you sit back and enjoy the tales and charisma of our Global Ambassador; this will be a masterclass like you’ve never experienced before.

When? Thursday the 11th of August, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm 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.
A traditional masterclass and evening of wild adventures and Society history like no other. Come meet John, raise a glass, and share in the convivial nature of the club.

An Evening With The Master in Sydney
2022-08-10 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Royal Automobile Club, 89 Macquarie Street, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia
A whisky masterclass like you’ve never experienced before…
John McCheyne, the Global Ambassador for The SMWS, is making his maiden voyage to Australia all the way from Scotland, for a rare appearance in August. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime evening of storytelling, whisky, and a selection of Society casks hand-picked by John that you’ve never tasted before.

Expect a line-up of delicious, curated Society casks and some light refreshments as you sit back and enjoy the tales and charisma of our Global Ambassador; this will be a masterclass like you’ve never experienced before.

When? Wednesday the 10th of August, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start
Where? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia, 89 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000
This event is now sold out – to be waitlisted in case of cancellations, please contact us on info@smws.com.au or 02 9974 3046.
Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing, non-members are also welcome to attend.
A traditional masterclass and evening of wild adventures and Society history like no other. Come meet John, raise a glass, and share in the convivial nature of the club.

Exquisite & Unconventional: Vincent
2022-07-28 18:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Vincent, 48 Macquarie St, Barton, ACT, 2600, Australia
An evening of fine delicacies and exquisite flavours
Vincent, in Barton, has long been renowned as a flavour adventure, offering exquisite fusions of European, Asian and modern Australian cuisines, and superb wines. This tasting celebrates the best chef’s selection, exquisite and unconventional, ideal for Canberra’s Winter atmosphere and cuisine, with stellar SMWS drams. Non-whisky drinking partners are also welcome; a superb wine list awaits. This is a special flavour adventure! High on class and flavours, in intimate surroundings.

What can you expect from this impressive evening? Each ticket will include a six-course, fine-dining experience paired with six remarkable Society malts. Non-whisky-drinking guests will have a generous wine list to choose from (on a cash-bar basis).

When? Thursday the 28th of July, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm commencement.
Where? Vincent Restaurant, 48 Macquarie St, Barton ACT 2600

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend and there are dinner-only tickets available with drink options on a cash-bar basis.

August Outturn Preview At The Captain's Balcony
2022-07-27 19:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
August Outturn Preview Tasting!

Come down to Sydney Partner Bar The Captain’s Balcony for the monthly SMWS Outturn preview tasting featuring a magnificent, hand-selected lineup of delicious casks from August Outturn served with a selection of canapés from the kitchen.

All whiskies tasted are exclusively from the upcoming August Outturn which are unreleased to members. Seating is limited and open to members and non-members. The specific whiskies will be announced via social media closer to the event date. Arriving early? The full kitchen menu is open for service prior to and after the event.

Tickets are $69. 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 first-look at August Outturn.

Also available on the evening to taste is a fantastic selection of SMWS whiskies from both prior and upcoming monthly Outturns. Served by the dram or half-dram, pop by for a try before you buy opportunity — don’t forget to show your SMWS membership card for members-only discounts.

Purchase Your Tickets Here

A Grand Orkney Adventure
2022-07-21 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Melbourne Whisky Room, Upstairs, 270 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The Great Orkney Adventure awaits!
Whisky & beer writer Michael Jackson once called distillery ‘4’ the ‘greatest malt whisky on earth’. We’re inclined to agree! The distinctive Orkney aroma will fill the room back at Melbourne Whisky Room for a deep-dive into this iconic Orkney distillery for one night only. We’ll taste through a selection of vintage, current, and upcoming rarities from the SMWS, along with some surprises along the way.
Strictly limited to just 22 seats, this promises to be the most diverse vertical distillery deep-dive in town.

When? Thursday the 21st of July, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? The Melbourne Whisky Room (above Whisky & Alement), 270 Russell Street, Melbourne 3000.

Tickets on sale Wednesday the 29th of June at midday AEST.
Members Only.

Let’s Get Spiritual! (RESCHEDULED: TBC)
2022-07-11 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Hobart) | Gold Bar, Suite 3, Ground Floor/11 Morrison St, Hobart, TAS, 7000, Australia
Rescheduled: TBC
It’s time to raise some spirits!
If you’re itching for a night of supreme flavour exploration then you’re in luck because this July we’re bringing the best of The Society’s spirits to Gold Bar in Hobart! Join State Ambassador Tom Rofe for five-dram tasting of Society spirits. John Lee Hooker once sang “one bourbon, one scotch and one beer” — we’re going a bit further with one bourbon, one scotch whisky, one rum, one gin and one American single malt all paired with an adjoining cocktail — slung by local legend Ian Reed.

That’s five different spirits and five different cocktails for an incredible price — an incredible night perfect for the middle of winter!

When? Monday the 11th of July, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? Gold Bar 3/11 Morrison Street Hobart TAS 7000 Australia.

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

Winter Warmers: Dinner and Whisky
2022-07-08 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Seven Stars Hotel, 187 Angas St, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia
It’s time to throw off the winter chill!
Join us for another evening with five stunning cask strength, single-cask whiskies from the SMWS cellars. To accompany our wonderful drams, enjoy a delicious meal of local produce carefully curated for us by the team of chefs at the Seven Stars. We promise you great whisky, great food and great camaraderie with other whisky lovers.
Hear some of the stories, myths and magic that have unfolded over time as we explore five bottlings of fine malts. As it’s said, we never let the truth get in the way of a good story — we certainly can guarantee that! Please make your choices from the menu selection when making your booking for the event.
Each ticket includes five incredible single cask, cask-strength malts and a two-course dinner (please note that there will be a vegetarian option available on the evening).
When? Friday the 8th of July, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm start
Where? Seven Stars Hotel Courtyard Function Room, 187 Angas Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non members are also welcome to attend.

Challenge The Panel (POSTPONED)
2022-06-26 13:00 - 15:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Mrs J. Rabbits Speakeasy, 23 Logan Road, Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia
Please note that this event has been postponed until further notice.
Time to refine those palates!
We’re firing up the Queensland tasting panel again and you’re invited! Here’s your opportunity to name and create your own tasting notes and win some great prizes in the process. Let your creative juices flow. Poetry or prose; wild, wacky and wonderful, this is a lot of fun. Who wouldn’t be inspired by the finest single cask, cask strength malts. Who’s up for a game of guess the distillery code? Great company, whisky and prizes. What better way to warm up on on a winter’s day.
What’s on offer? Five stunning Society drams, charcuterie boards and a welcome beer!

When? Sunday the 26th of June, 1:00pm arrival for a 1:30pm start.
Where? Mrs J Rabbit’s Speakeasy (At Electric Avenue). 23 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
All guests may be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

July Outturn Preview At The Captain's Balcony
2022-06-22 19:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
We’re back for another Outturn preview in Sydney!
Explore a bespoke hand-selected lineup of delicious casks from the July Outturn at our Sydney Partner Bar, The Captain’s Balcony. All whiskies and spirits are served with a selection of canapés from the kitchen. All whiskies tasted are exclusively from the upcoming Outturn, so this is your chance to get in early on the action. Seating is limited and open to members and non-members. Arriving early? The full kitchen menu is open for service prior to and after the event.

The selected upcoming Outturn casks will also be behind the bar, giving guests the opportunity to further sample upcoming releases by the dram and half-dram. Members will also be able to place orders in advance on certain bottles (strictly limited pre-order availability).

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 there for the second instalment of our Outturn previews at The Captain’s Balcony.

Purchase Your Tickets Here

Heresy History!
2022-06-16 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Melbourne Whisky Room, Upstairs, 270 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
A blended journey
The Society is renowned for our award-winning and full-flavoured single cask whisky, but did you know the Society also has a rich history of blending, vatting, and creating flavours to explore the spectrum of what whisky can do? Our Spirits Manager Euan Campbell has been honing his skills as a blender and has created some of the most revered blended malts in Scotch whisky.

We’ve dug deep into our archive, and will be previewing two new creations, to create a special one-off evening of Heresy History with the SMWS. A taste of where it all began, some rare one-offs you’ve never seen, and a preview of what’s to come…
This special trip through heresy history will be the first official event to reopen the Melbourne Whisky Room upstairs from Partner Bar superstars, Whisky & Alement.

Expect a series of Society blended malt drams and a light supper. Come join the festivities for the first of our new monthly features upstairs!

When? Thursday the 16th of June, 6:30pm.
Where? The Melbourne Whisky Room (above Whisky & Alement), 270 Russell Street, Melbourne 3000.

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

Festive Casks & Fabulous Beers
2022-05-29 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Perth) | The Seasonal Brewing Co., 175 Guildford Rd, Maylands, Western Australia, 6051, Australia
Welcome back Perth!
Perth, we’re back! Festival season is back for 2022 and the activities are erupting back into form across Scotland. We’re bringing that festival spirit, figuratively AND literally, into Australia. Join us at The Seasonal Brewing Co. in Maylands for a Sunday afternoon of festival whiskies, fresh craft beer and a proper feed of shared platters. Hosted by the stylish and effervescent David Stucken, this is one event you will not want to miss!
Included with each ticket is six drams — one of each festival cask — a selection of local brews from The Seasonal Brewing Co. and a variety of shared food plates.
When? Sunday the 29th of May, 2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start.
Where? The Seasonal Brewing Co., 175 Guildford Rd, Maylands WA 6051.

Members, guests and non-members are also welcome to attend.
All guests may be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Festival Frivolity: The Canberra Festival Casks Preview Experience
2022-05-28 13:00 - 15:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Hippo Co, 1/17 Garema Pl, Canberra, ACT, 2601, Australia
The Scottish Festivals come to the capital!
Saturday afternoon in Garema Place, Canberra City — autumn leaves, brisk winds, warm whiskies, warmer company. A light convivial afternoon relaxing upstairs in our Partner Bar Hippo Co. Festival drams to celebrate the good things in life and light charcuterie and antipasto to be enjoyed. Before the festival casks land, enjoy this opportunity to taste all six by the dram at this special preview event hosted by none other than State Ambassador Drew McKinnie.

What’s included in your ticket? A dram of all six SMWS festival casks, a cocktail on arrival, charcuterie and antipasto share plates to go around AND a refreshing beer or cider to cap it all off.
When? Saturday the 28th of May, 1:00pm arrival for a 1:15pm start.
Where? Hippo Co. 1/17 Garema Pl, Canberra ACT 2601

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
All guests may be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.
Bookings are now closed – to be waitlisted, or in case of cancellations, email us at info@smws.com.au or call us on 02 9974 3046.

Scotland In Brisbane: Festival Casks Preview
2022-05-27 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Brisbane Club, 241 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia
All six festival casks at one extraordinary tasting!
It’s one of the most exciting times of the year — The Scottish Whisky Festivals month! To celebrate, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is hosting a unique and exciting preview tasting of ALL SIX Society festival casks — that’s right, spanning all the Scottish regions, these casks have been matured to bring out the very best of their respective regions.
Guided by Queensland Ambassador, Scott Mansfield, members and friends can savour and take their time with each cask within the regal surrounds of The Brisbane Club. The Scottish Festivals casks will not be arriving in Australia until later in the year, so this is a truly special opportunity to experience them by the dram before they land.
Included with each ticket is six drams — one of each festival cask — a welcome dram on arrival and a full dinner.
When? Friday the 27th of May, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? Brisbane Club, 241 Adelaide Street, Brisbane 4000.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
Bookings are now closed – to be waitlisted, or in case of cancellations, email us at info@smws.com.au or call us on 02 9974 3046.

June Outturn Preview At The Captain's Balcony
2022-05-25 19:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | The Captain’s Balcony, 46 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Join us for an official Outturn Preview at Sydney’s newest Partner Bar — The Captain’s Balcony!
Launching Captain’s Balcony as an official Partner Bar, this will be the first of a commitment to ongoing Sydney based monthly SMWS Outturn preview tastings. Explore a bespoke hand-selected lineup of delicious casks from the Outturn to be released in the following weeks. All whiskies and spirits are served with a selection of canapés from the kitchen. Seating is limited and open to members and non-members. Arriving early? The full kitchen menu is open for service prior to and after the event.
The selected upcoming Outturn casks will also be behind the bar, giving guests the opportunity to further sample upcoming releases by the dram and half-dram. Members will also be able to place orders in advance on certain bottles (pending availability).
Tickets are $69 — you can purchase your tickets directly from Eventbrite using the link below! We can’t wait to see you there in what will be the first of many incredible experiences at The Captain’s Balcony.
Purchase Your Tickets Here

Melbourne Festival Casks Dinner
2022-05-21 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | The Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — Festival Casks preview tasting & dinner!
Whisky lovers in Scotland have to wait an entire year to attend all of the industry’s festivals that are dotted throughout the calendar, i.e. the Feis Ile Islay Festival, the Speyside Festival, the Campbeltown Festival, the Highlands Festival, and so on.
In Melbourne, we’ll be combining all of those festivals into one special evening where we’ll be tasting ALL SIX of the Society’s 2022 Festival Casks. These casks won’t be landing in the country until later in the year, so join Melbourne Ambassador Alex Moores on May 21st for an exclusive sneak peek at these incredible whiskies that have been specially selected to honour the six Scotch whisky festivals.
Included with your ticket are six drams — one of each festival cask — and a three-course meal.
When? Saturday the 21st of May, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm start
Where? The Kelvin Club, 14-30 Melbourne Place, Melbourne VIC 3000
Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests may be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Scotland In Hobart: Whisky Festivals Tasting
2022-05-14 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Hobart) | New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst St, Hobart, TAS, 7000, Australia
A night to remember — one club, 6 AMAZING casks!
Join the Scotch Malt Whisky Society as we crack open all six festival casks — Islay, Speyside, Campbelltown, Highlands, and the Lowlands — on Saturday the 14th of May for a VERY special preview event. Yep, all SIX festival casks will be available to try before they land in the country, so this event is not to be missed!
These six whiskies will be enjoyed by the entire SMWS club world over; Tasmanian Ambassador Tom Rofe and Country Director Matt Bailey will be teaming up to present these phenomenal casks at the Tasmanian premier Partner Bar, New Sydney Hotel, for THE tasting experience of the year — the Scottish Whisky Festivals tasting.
So what does the night hold in store? Six drams, one of each festival cask, and a two-course meal — main and dessert + a Society highball on arrival.

When? Saturday the 14th of May, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm start
Where? New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst St, Hobart TAS 7000

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests may be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

The Scottish Whisky Festivals Come To Sydney
2022-05-13 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Royal Automobile Club, 89 Macquarie Street, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia
The ultimate Scottish Whisky Festivals preview
Whisky lovers in Scotland have to wait an entire year to attend all of the industry’s festivals that are dotted throughout the calendar, i.e. the Feis Ile Islay Festival, the Speyside Festival, the Campbeltown Festival, the Highlands Festival, and so on.

For one special night in Sydney, we’ll be combining all of those festivals into one evening, and we’ll be tasting ALL SIX of the Society’s 2022 Festival Casks. These casks won’t be landing in the country until later in the year, so join Cellarmaster Andrew Derbidge on May 13th for a sneak peek at these incredible whiskies that have been specially selected to honour the six Scotch whisky festivals.

Guests will enjoy seven drams — one of each festival cask — with an additional welcome dram on arrival.

When? Friday the 13th of May, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.
Where? Royal Automobile Club, Macquarie Room, 89 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Scotland in Adelaide: The Festival Casks Experience
2022-05-06 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Gilbert St Hotel, 88 Gilbert St, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
Whisky Festivals at the Gilbert St Hotel
It’s that time of the year again when members and friends gather to celebrate the Scottish Whisky Festivals, and Adelaide is no exception with an exclusive preview of ALL SIX Society festival casks at the Gilbert St Hotel. From Islay all the way to the Lowlands, experience The Society’s 2022 whisky festival casks in an intimate and relaxing setting with SA Ambassador Jenny Forrest guiding you through each dram.

A delightful supper will be provided after the third dram to replenish the senses before continuing on with the final three drams. These casks won’t be landing in the country until later in the year, so join us on May 6th for a sneak peek at these incredible whiskies that have been specially selected to honour the six Scotch whisky festivals.

Guests will enjoy six drams — one of each festival cask — and a supper.

When? Friday the 6th of May, 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.
Where? Gilbert Street Hotel, 88 Gilbert St, Adelaide, 5000.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member-ticket pricing. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests may be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Drams & Blues In The Basement
2022-04-28 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Beneath Driver Lane, 3, Driver Ln, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Malts & Blues
Music & Malts season continues as we host a cracking evening of killer Society drams paired with live blues in the heart of Melbourne! We have secured a local blues band to play 2 x 45-minute sets live on stage as guests sit back and enjoy Society drams amongst the candle-light ambience and soul-pounding blues within Beneath Driver Lane. We encourage all guests to savour, explore and enjoy our Society drams to the live music and discover the differences you may experience compared to drinking with a recording.
Guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail + five Society drams with the option to purchase additional drams from the bar. Guests are welcome to stay after the event has concluded.
When? Thursday the 28th of April, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm start
Where? Beneath Driver Lane, 3, Driver Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Sip & Spin: An afternoon of Whisky and Music
2022-04-10 13:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Tailors, 16 Logan Road, Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia
6/4/2022 – Please note change to venue – The Tailors – still an atmospheric speakeasy, and just across the road from Mrs J. Rabbit’s…
Get into the groove with whisky and music.
While away an afternoon sharing a symphony of flavours from the finest single cask, single malts paired with an eclectic collection of great tracks. Join State Manager Scott Mansfield at The Tailors Speakeasy (just across the road from Partner Bar Mrs J. Rabbits Speakeasy) to chase those Sunday blues away. A welcome beer and light refreshments will be provided in addition to several delicious Society casks.

When? Sunday the 10th of April, 1:30pm arrival, 2pm start
Where? The Tailors, 16 Logan Road, Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Whisky Evening in The Gong
2022-04-08 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Novotel Northbeach Hotel, 2-14 Cliff Road, North Wollongong, NSW, 2500, Australia
Whisky and a dinner buffet? What more could you want?
Join The Society as we enjoy an evening of stunning single cask, cask strength whiskies at the Novotel Hotel in Northbeach. State Manager Fred Apolloni will guide guests through a series of delicious Society casks before a scrumptious buffet dinner is enjoyed. Wine will be available on a cash bar basis. We also have dinner only tickets available.

When? Friday 8th of April, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.
Where? Novotel Northbeach Hotel, 2/14 Cliff Road, North Wollongong

Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

It’s S-s-smokin'! — Cigar and Whisky Pairing Afternoon
2022-03-19 14:00 - 16:30 (Australia/Sydney) | New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst St, Hobart, TAS, 7000, Australia
Peated drams and cigars await you at the New Sydney Hotel!
Join State Manager Tom Rofe and SMWS stronghold, Mark Teague, for our first Tasmanian event of the year where we’ll be pairing cigars and peated Society casks. Picture it, thick smoke whirling around the air, dissipating into the double-brick wall of the beloved New Sydney Hotel; soothing jazz stimulating your aural senses and peated dram in hand, whilst you embark on a phenomenal journey of taste and smell.
Mark Teague, a 4th generation Launceston tobacconist, will be present to guide you through the cigar smoking — a complementary indulgence that will be enjoyed alongside three peated Society whiskies (plus a fourth unpeated), each from different regions and varying in their peat levels. There will also be light charcuterie served on the evening.
When? Saturday the 19th of March, 2pm arrival for a 2:30pm start
Where? New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst St, Hobart TAS 7000
Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Poet's Corner: The Whisky Muse
2022-03-10 19:00 - 21:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | P.J. O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 12-16/3 Southgate Ave, Southbank, Victoria, 3006, Australia
A return to P.J’s for a night of song, nourishment and whisky
A night of whisky and waxing lyrical (quite literally) with a guided tasting where whiskies are matched with songs and verse, for a night of new drams and a whole new experience. Join our Melbourne team at P.J. O’Brien’s Irish Pub for a line-up of new Casks and timeless Irish pub food as we celebrate part one of Malts and Music — our March and April Outturn theme.
Alex Moores and Matt Bailey will be entertaining through and through to keep spirits high and discuss the interwoven relationship between our beloved single-cask spirit and the pleasant audible sensations that brings much joy to many. Whisky and dinner are included with your ticket.

When? Thursday March 10th, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm Start.
Where? P.J.O’Brien’s Irish Pub Shop G12-16, Southgate Restaurant & Shopping Precinct, Southbank, VIC 3006.

Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

Gin Fizz! - Melbourne
2022-02-26 14:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Mesa Verde, Level 6, 252 Swanston St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Melbourne is back with a fizzy bang!
Join us for a big afternoon where we’ll pair up Society single cask gins with artisanal tonics, sodas, and garnishes, while enjoying a Mexican feast for the senses. Summer serves, Mexican delights, and delightful single cask gins to experiment with on the day.
Each ticket includes full Mexican feast, Society gins, tonics, and time to taste, experiment, and learn about craft gins in ways you never thought possible. Bring a friend, partner, guest, and discover an afternoon of flavour like the Society does best.
Saturday 26 Feb, 2pm start.
Mesa Verde, Level 6, 252 Swanston St (Curtain House).
Members welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members also welcome.
All guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.

The Master At Work Whisky Dinner
2022-02-22 18:30 - 22:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Red Lantern, 60 Riley Street, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010, Australia
Sydney, let’s kick into 22!
In a return to a wonderful tradition we had running in Sydney for many years – right back to 2003, in fact – we’re hosting a sublime Summer Whisky Dinner! And who better to team up with than, yet again, Australia’s undisputed king of matching whisky and food, Franz Scheurer. Franz will ply his trade once more for us and serve up his famous recipe of 1 + 1 = 3. (The dish lifts and changes the whisky; the whisky lifts and changes the dish!) Months in the planning, Franz is working with Mark Jensen at Red Lantern, taking five Society whiskies and preparing a menu that will take you on an incredible journey of flavour exploration.
Tuesday 22 Feb, 6:30pm arrival for 7pm start. Includes a cocktail on arrival; five course dinner with five matched Society drams; and the usual good-humoured banter of your hosts, Andrew Derbidge & Franz Scheurer.
Red Lantern, 60 Riley Street, Darlinghurst
Members, guests, non-members welcome.
Members & their partner/guest – $260. Non-members – $295.

Cheers,
Andrew Derbidge, NSW State Manager

Summer Cheese & Whisky
2022-02-18 18:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Seven Stars Hotel, 187 Angas St, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia
Artisans have always sought to enrich the lifestyles of the community in which they live and work. As members of our SMWS whisky community, we too have enjoyed some of the best whiskies created through the art of distilling. Our foods too have been enhanced through the discovery of spices, travel and the fusion of ideas, culture and cuisines. Here in Adelaide, South Australia, we are lucky to be able to enjoy that rich diversity. Diversity Alan and I want to share with our whisky club friends.

We have been recently exploring some artisan cheeses, spice, wine and whiskies and want to share our discoveries with you. Please join us! Spice up your summer nights with an array of tasty cheeses, sourced from some of the world’s best cheese regions, to pair with our SMWS single cask, cask strength whiskies. And there’s no better space to enjoy an evening than in the side courtyard area at the Seven Stars Hotel. Book in now – friends and colleagues welcome.

Cheeses, whiskies and delicious supper included for just $85 for members. Members are welcome to bring guests & friends with member. All guests will be required to show proof of Covid vaccination Friday 18 February, 6 for 6:30pm start.

Seven Stars Hotel
Courtyard Area
187 Angas Street
Adelaide. SA

Jenny Forrest
SA State Manager

Society Sunday Gitan Lunch
2021-12-12 12:30 - 15:00 (Australia/Sydney) | L’Hotel Gitan, 32 Commercial Road, Prahran, VIC, 3181, Australia
Society Sunday Lunch at Hotel L’Gitan
SOLD OUT
One of our most ambitious whisky & fine dining explorations is taking place in Melbourne with one of Australia’s leading chefs, Jacques Reymond.
On a date TBC we’ll take a journey into flavour like no other where we work closely with Jacques and family on some incredible flavour pairings that will amaze and delight for a Sunday afternoon of fine dining and shared camaraderie. Join your state manager and national ambassador from the SMWS for a long degustation lunch of expert pairings between single cask Society whisky and the dining experience of Hotel L’Gitan in a private dining setting exclusive to members + guests of the SMWS. No non-member tickets available for this special experience.
New date TBC post-restrictions
Tickets extremely limited, and only for members of the SMWS + guest/partner. Tickets go on sale Tuesday 3 August at 5pm.

Christmas in the Park Hobart
2021-12-11 14:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Parliament House Gardens, Hobart, TAS, 7000, Australia
Tassie, let’s see 2021 out with a bang!
Join your TAS State Manager Tom Rofe at the Parliament House Gardens just next to the Salamanca and share some drams, food, bottle kills, and the camaraderie of the world’s greatest whisky club! Bring a picnic rug, we’ll look after the rest.
Each ticket includes light food, all whisky, and a proper Tassie whisky bash to see the year out. Meet with members, raise a toast, and let’s get together for a dram.
Saturday 11 December, 2pm onwards.

Canberra Festive STEPS
2021-12-09 18:30 - 21:30 (Australia/Sydney) | National Press Club of Australia, 16 National Circuit, Barton, ACT, 2600, Australia
Canberra, let’s party!
Canberra members, you’ve asked, we’ve delivered. STEPS is back!
After the longest year many of us can ever recall, SMWS Members & friends are invited to the National Press Club Situation Room on Thursday 9 December 2021 to take charge of the situation and enjoy a celebratory steps tasting. Escape the rabble and chaos, come to a convivial whisky oasis where you can slake your thirst for supreme quality spirits, in company with long-lost friends. Reconnect your social circle, your taste buds and olfactory cells, tickle your senses with a selection of our finest, unique, cask-strength drams. Light canapés served for accompaniments. Enjoy fun and frivolity to welcome the festive season! Thursday 9 December, 1830 for 1845.
The STEPS format of whisky tastings is by far the most requested format from members, and we’re super excited to deliver this for members in the ACT. Explore the flavours around the tables in this whisky party layout and discover Society casks around the room while gathering with members to see the year out.
We’ve booked the Situation Room at the National Press Gallery on Thursday 9 December, 6:30pm kickoff, with all food, whisky, and good times included in the ticket.
Members welcome to bring partners, guests, friends at one low member rate. Non-members also welcome to come and discover the SMWS!
