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SUMMARY:An Evening With The Master in Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:An unforgettable whisky masterclass with our Global Ambassador…\nJohn 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. \n \nExpect 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. \n  \nWhen? Thursday the 11th of August\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start \nWhere? The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne VIC 3000 \n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member pricing\, non-members are also welcome to attend. \nA 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.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/evening-with-the-master-melbourne/
LOCATION:The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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SUMMARY:Winter Dinner\, Winter Drams
DESCRIPTION:Winter feast in the Gong!\nRug 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. \nEnjoy 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. \n  \nWhen? Friday the 19th of August\, 6:30pm for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Sunken Lounge\, The Fraternity Club\, 11 Bourke St\, Fairy Meadow\, 2519\n\n\nTickets are available for members and non-members; if you’re looking to come along just to enjoy the company and food then we have dinner-only tickets available at a reduced price!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/winter-dinner-winter-drams/
LOCATION:The Fraternity Club\, 11 Bourke St\, Fairy Meadow\, NSW\, 2519\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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SUMMARY:A Rare Sherried Affair
DESCRIPTION:The Big M.\nA distillery that needs almost no introduction. The jewel of Speyside. The most renowned distillery in perhaps all of Scotland. \nIn 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. \nCome 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. \n  \nWhen? Thursday 13th of October 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? The Melbourne Whisky Room\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices; non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/rare-sherried-affair/
LOCATION:Melbourne Whisky Room\, Upstairs\, 270 Russell Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Tasting Events
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SUMMARY:Drams Along The River Torrens
DESCRIPTION:Imagine a scenic cruise along the River Torrens with fine SMWS drams in hand…well\, you won’t have to imagine it for much longer!\nJoin us on Saturday the 6th of April for a delightful afternoon cruising in style with Popeye River Cruises. Local South Australian SMWS Ambassador Cody Banks has organised a two-hour cruise down the River Torrens and ensured you’ll have 6x cask-strength SMWS drams to enjoy along with some tasty food and a welcome drink. You will be all set for a fantastic voyage amongst whisky enthusiasts\, friends and comrades\, new and old\, local and afar. \nEach ticket includes 6x SMWS drams\, some food\, and a welcome drink\, plus the two-hour private boat ride along the River Torrens. This is an opportunity to enjoy our brilliant cask-strength\, single-cask whiskies in a unique environment amongst good company. Book your tickets now to avoid missing out! \n  \nWhen? Saturday\, 6th of April 2024 — 1:30pm arrival for a 2:00pm departure.\nWhat? Lounders Boatshed Cafe\, 1018 Victoria Drive\, Adelaide SA 5000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend. Limited spots are available. \n  \nPlease note that due to the nature of the event\, there is unfortunately no wheelchair access available.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/drams-along-the-river-torrens/
LOCATION:VIC
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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SUMMARY:Malts & Mutinies: Maritime Tales
DESCRIPTION:Yarrh! There are so many salty stories to be told and mysteries to explore — all in stellar company with marvellous malts!\nOn the 1st of May\, our ACT members will take a detour into previously uncharted waters\, and explore epic whiskies with epic tales and tasty canapés. Local Ambassador Drew McKinnie will be hoisting the figurative sails and hosting members at the National Press Club of Australia for the first Canberra experience of the year. \nJoin us for an absorbing and enthralling tasting — you will learn some amazing things and come away with some fun facts of both maritime and whisky persuasion. Each ticket includes 5x delicious SMWS drams\, a welcome drink\, and canapés by the Press Club kitchen. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday\, 1st of May 2024 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6pm start.\nWhere? National Press Club of Australia\, 16 National Circuit\, Barton ACT 2600.\n  \nSeats are limited\, so book in ASAP to avoid missing out. Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/malts-mutinies-maritime-tales/
LOCATION:National Press Club of Australia\, 16 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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SUMMARY:The Grand Tour of Speyside Heads North!
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Tour of Speyside continues around Australia\, next stop — Brisbane!\nJoin Keeper of The Quaich and SMWS Australia Chairman Andrew Derbidge for what will easily be one of the most focused\, detailed\, and informative whisky masterclasses ever presented in Australia as we embark on a grand tour of Speyside and the River Spey. \nWe’ll explore the region in depth\, looking not just at distilleries\, but at the region’s geography\, history\, people\, science\, and place in the whisky industry. We’ll also present a wee Speyside travel guide (where to stay\, wine\, and dine!)\, and\, of course\, we’ll be exploring and tasting six diverse whiskies from six very unique Speyside distilleries encompassing different flavour profiles\, cask types\, and age statements. \nOn the night\, we will be hosted in Malt Dining’s Attic\, where guests will enjoy canapés and 6x incredible Speyside malts\, entertainment\, education\, giveaways\, and a presentation like no other from Andrew Derbidge. \n  \nWhen? Thursday\, 8th of August 2024 — 6:00pm arrival and 6:30pm start.\nWhere? Malt Dining (Attic)\, 28 Market St\, 4000 Brisbane.\n  \nThis is an exclusive tasting experience and thus tickets are very limited. If you’re interested\, we advise you book in quick to avoid disappointment. \nMembers are welcome bring guests at member prices; non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/grand-tour-speyside-queensland/
LOCATION:Malt Dining\, 28 Market St\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
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SUMMARY:Hobart Bowls\, Beers & Drams
DESCRIPTION:Kick-off your shoes and relax with some drams\, lawn bowls\, and fresh ales from local legends…\nJoin your Tassie State Ambassador Tom Rofe for an evening of barefoot bowls (participation optional) at the North Hobart Bowls Club with the accompaniment of some splendid Society drams and great company. Following some time at the bowls club\, guests will then stroll over down the road to Overland Brewing for a refreshing local beer\, tasty snacks\, and of course\, more single-cask\, cask-strength Society drams. \nJoin us in seeing out 2024 — another fantastic year of flavour — with good company and great drams. \n  \nWhen? Saturday\, 14th of December 2024 — 5:30pm arrival and start.\nWhere? North Hobart Bowls Club\, Letitia St\, North Hobart TAS 7000.\nSecond location: Overland Brewery\, 284 Argyle St\, North Hobart TAS 7000.\n  \nMembers are encourage to bring guests at member prices; non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/hobart-bowls-beers-drams/
LOCATION:North Hobart Bowls Club\, Letitia Street\, North Hobart\, TAS\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250304T210000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Elgin: A Look into the Modern Cult of Distillery 35
DESCRIPTION:An extensive Distillery vertical with one of the most diverse spirits in the industry.\nWhisky from Distillery 35\, located in the town of Elgin\, has enticed and bewildered us over the past few decades\, building a cult following within the Society. This distillery produces a highly versatile spirit that adapts well to a variety of cask types and maturation lengths\, which is why we see Distillery 35 represented across such a broad range of our flavour profiles. \nJoin SMWS Australia’s National Ambassador\, Lachlan Watt\, for a flavour-packed deep dive into Distillery 35 upstairs at Melbourne Partner Bar Whisky & Alement\, and discover why members get so damn excited for this incredible spirit! Your ticket includes 6x SMWS 35 drams + a welcome dram on arrival\, and light snacks. Limited seats to go around — jump in quick to avoid missing out! \n  \nWhen? Tuesday\, 4 March 2025 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? Whisky & Alement Upstairs — 270 Russell Street\, Melbourne VIC 3000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend. \n  \nTickets go on sale Monday\, February 10\, midday AEDT.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/look-into-modern-cult-distillery-35/
LOCATION:Whisky & Alement\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
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