BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Australia - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://smws.com.au
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Australia
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Sydney
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20210403T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20211002T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20220402T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20221001T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20230401T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20230930T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20240406T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20241005T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20250405T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20251004T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20260404T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20261003T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20270403T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20271002T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Hobart
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20210403T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20211002T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20220402T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20221001T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20230401T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20230930T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20240406T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20241005T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20250405T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20251004T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Melbourne
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20210403T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20211002T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20220402T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20221001T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20230401T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20230930T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1100
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20240406T160000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1100
TZNAME:AEDT
DTSTART:20241005T160000
END:DAYLIGHT
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Perth
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0800
TZOFFSETTO:+0800
TZNAME:AWST
DTSTART:20210101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Brisbane
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1000
TZOFFSETTO:+1000
TZNAME:AEST
DTSTART:20210101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Australia/Adelaide
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1030
TZOFFSETTO:+0930
TZNAME:ACST
DTSTART:20210403T163000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0930
TZOFFSETTO:+1030
TZNAME:ACDT
DTSTART:20211002T163000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1030
TZOFFSETTO:+0930
TZNAME:ACST
DTSTART:20220402T163000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0930
TZOFFSETTO:+1030
TZNAME:ACDT
DTSTART:20221001T163000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+1030
TZOFFSETTO:+0930
TZNAME:ACST
DTSTART:20230401T163000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0930
TZOFFSETTO:+1030
TZNAME:ACDT
DTSTART:20230930T163000
END:DAYLIGHT
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20260126T115658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T051814Z
UID:10000821-1772735400-1772744400@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Sydney: HEAVY HITTERS!
DESCRIPTION:THE HEAVY HITTERS!\nThere’s a lot of whisky out there\, but not all distilleries could be called ‘heavy hitters‘… \n\n\nHEAVY HITTERS. Come along to our next Sydney Society experience where we’ll be going back-to-basics and get stuck into the heavy hitters! No nonsense\, cask-strength whisky from some of Scotland’s most admired and respected distilleries. Join our Chairman\, Andrew Derbidge\, as he takes you through some of his favourite drams from our latest shipment…some of which won’t see wider releases for a while… \nWhat’s on the menu? How about some very special Society single casks from Glen Grant\, Glenfarclas\, Glenlivet\, Bowmore\, and Laphroaig?! Big whiskies\, big flavours\, big fun! \nBig whiskies\, big flavours\, big fun! A light\, canape supper will be served during the event. Members are reminded that the Royal Automobile Club of Australia has a dress code; please ensure you’re suitably attired. \n\n\nWhen? Thursday 5th March 2026 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia (ISC Room); 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member rates. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/sydney-heavy-hitters/
LOCATION:Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/heavyhitters.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
GEO:-33.8618979;151.213036
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Royal Automobile Club 89 Macquarie Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=89 Macquarie Street:geo:151.213036,-33.8618979
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20241214T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20241214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20241029T231831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T040434Z
UID:10000776-1734197400-1734208200@smws.com.au
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Hobart-Xmas-Bowls-Event-Image.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231010T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230919T014102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T025342Z
UID:10000733-1696962600-1696971600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:SMWS Vs. Heartwood
DESCRIPTION:An independent cask strength battle for the ages!\nTasmania’s leading independent bottler goes head-to-head in this epic face-off: come join whisky legends Tim Duckett & Matt Bailey butting heads\, live\, at Whisky & Alement for one night only. \nHeartwood\, founded by Tim Duckett in 1999\, is Tasmania’s leading independent bottler who’s well known for his irreverent approach\, bashing casks with a paddle\, and borrowing some inspiration for naming whiskies from the SMWS — of which he’s been a member since day dot in Australia. \nSMWS\, the world’s leading whisky club\, is celebrating 40 years this year\, so you know we’ll be bringing some heavy hitters to the lineup to battle against Heartwood. Expect to see Tim & Matt battle it out with plenty of banter added into the mix. The casks selected by both Heartwood & SMWS for this event are a mixture of historical releases\, special releases\, and new goodies coming through the pipeline. \nDon’t miss this rare one-off evening hosted by the SMWS at Melbourne’s leading whisky bar\, Whisky & Alement. Light supper/charcuterie is included. \n  \nWhen? Tuesday 10th of October 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a sharp 7:00pm start.\nWhere? Upstairs at Whisky & Alement\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000.\n  \nMembers welcome to bring guests at member prices. \n  \nTickets are on sale now!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/smws-vs-heartwood/
LOCATION:Whisky & Alement\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/SMWS-VS-HEARTWOOD-EMPIRE-POSTER-Crop-Variation-1-e1695087589785.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
GEO:-37.810114;144.967153
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whisky & Alement 270 Russell St Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=270 Russell St:geo:144.967153,-37.810114
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230928T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230928T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230814T034949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T055837Z
UID:10000726-1695925800-1695936600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:The Gathering: Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:THE GATHERING IS BACK THIS SEPTEMBER!\n— \nAfter a huge outing in 2019\, 2020\, 2021\, and 2022\, we’re super excited to bring back The Gathering for 2023 with special Gathering casks\, incredible experiences\, and moments we get to share together around a great dram and company. Join us on this Gathering for 2023 and see how far down the flavour rabbit hole we go!\n\nThe Gathering is a celebration of what makes The Scotch Malt Whisky Society unique. This festival is for all our members\, no matter where they are in the world. Along with access to limited-edition single cask whisky\, they can take part in events in person at SMWS Members’ Rooms\, Partner Bars\, venues and online.​​ \nThe origins of The Gathering date back to September 2013 when we celebrated our 30th anniversary with a party. Now 10 years on\, as we celebrate our 40th anniversary\, we’re inviting our members around the world to come together for our BIGGEST party yet. \n– \nJoin National Director Matt Bailey for the official tasting of the full Global Gathering set of casks\, including Alex’s own Gathering cask that he selected for members exclusive to Australia. A full night of 6x drams\, dinner\, entertainment\, and good times with great company. Come one\, come all: Thursday 28 September 2023\, The Kelvin Club. \n  \nWhen? Thursday the 28th of September\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne VIC 3000.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/melbourne-gathering-2023/
LOCATION:The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Global Gathering,Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/gathering_melb-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230727T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230727T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230527T160059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T023919Z
UID:10000537-1690482600-1690491600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:The Art of Canapés
DESCRIPTION:VIC State Ambassador Alex Moores’ wondrous food and whisky pairings return in 2023 for The Art of Canapes!\n  \nJoin Alex Moores at Scott Pickett’s Estelle in Northcote for a tasting menu of expertly curated\, and carefully crafted canapés paired with a series of flavoursome SMWS malts. Anyone who has attended one of Alex’s food and whisky pairing experiences knows that these are not to be missed if you’re a fan of mouth-watering flavour pairings — and this one is no different. In keeping with July’s theme of celebrating artistry\, the primary focus of the evening will be on the delicate way the canapés are created\, whilst still maintaining their delicious allure. \nEach ticket includes a seven-course canapé tasting experience\, six SMWS single-cask malts\, and a welcome drink on arrival. \n  \nWhen? Thursday the 27th of July\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start (food will be served at 7pm). \nWhere? Estelle (upstairs private dining room)\, 243-245 High St\, Northcote VIC 3070. \n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member pricing\, non-members are also welcome to attend. \n  \nPlease note that regrettably\, given the beautiful old building\, the tasting area is not an ‘accessible space‘ and is accessed by a steep staircase. We apologise for any inconvenience.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/the-art-of-canapes/
LOCATION:Estelle\, 243-245 High St\, Northcote\, Victoria\, 3070\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Estelle-Alex-Moores.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230426T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230426T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230209T005033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T012747Z
UID:10000524-1682535600-1682544600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Sydney Whisky Dinner — Franz Scheurer x Jose Silva
DESCRIPTION:The Maestro is back once more!\nAustralia’s undisputed king of matching food to whisky\, Franz Scheurer\, will once again weave his magic with Society malts\, this time collaborating with acclaimed chef\, Jose Silva\, at Bibo in Double Bay. \nJose was Head Chef at the iconic 3-hatted Guillaume at Bennelong for 12 years before opening Bibo in 2016. Bibo mixes traditional Portuguese cuisine with classic French cooking techniques\, making for stunning flavours\, textures\, and visuals. Guests will receive a cocktail on arrival (created by Franz) before embarking on an incredible five-course menu\, with Franz and Jose matching each dish to a different Society malt. \nPlease note this is a curated whisky dinner with specific dishes prepared and matched to each Society whisky. Whilst the kitchen will endeavour to accommodate dietary requirements/requests\, please appreciate that the substituted dish may not achieve the same “1+1=3” effect that Franz creates. \nSeats will be limited in the restaurant’s private dining room; book quickly to avoid disappointment. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday 26th April 2023 — 7:00pm arrival for a 7:30pm start.\nWhere? Bibo\, 7 Bay St\, Double Bay NSW 2028.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices\, non-members are also welcome to attend. \n  \nTickets are on sale now
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/sydney-whisky-dinner-franz/
LOCATION:Bibo\, 7 Bay Street\, Double Bay\, NSW\, 2028\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Bibo-Andrew-Derbidge.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230329T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230329T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230209T002033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T050122Z
UID:10000523-1680114600-1680125400@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Love Is In The Air — A Society Masterclass With Matt Bailey
DESCRIPTION:Some folks say “absence makes the heart grow fonder”\nThe tides have turned and the winds are changing — The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is celebrating its 40th anniversary and Canberra will be home to the first sit-down masterclass of the year with our National Director Matt Bailey. Join us at The National Press Club as Matt and your local Ambassador Drew McKinnie guide you through a formal seated whisky-tasting experience as some rare\, new and delicious drams are explored. Here we celebrate our reunion with old friends\, and the discovery of new friends\, our wonderful partners\, our love of exceptional drams and good times. \nGuests can expect six unique single-cask\, cask-strength Society drams along with grazing platters and canapés\, all presented by National Branch Director Matt Bailey. This event will be replacing the initial ‘STEPS’ format for a more intimate and tailored tasting experience. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday 29th March 2023 — 6:15pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? National Press Club of Australia\, 16 National Circuit\, Barton ACT 2600.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/joyful-drams-and-reunions/
LOCATION:National Press Club of Australia\, 16 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/SMWSCHAMPS-136.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230326T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230116T050340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T230847Z
UID:10000519-1679848200-1679860800@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Drop the Sherry Bomb
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to share the sherry!\nJoin us at Partner Bar Terrarium in Perth for a sherry-fuelled Society night! Take a trip to Jerez\, Spain\, the home of some of the best sherry bodega’s in the world (and the place where The Society sources their Sherry casks from) with Perth State Ambassador Alexander Stucken. Your senses will be awakened to the sweet nectar that is single cask\, cask strength sherry-matured malt — a decadent eruption of flavours. \n  \nFive pours of sherry-matured SMWS whisky\, a light dinner and a lovely glass of Pedro Ximénez to finish the night off. \n\nWhen? Sunday 26th of March 2023 — 4:30pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.\nWhere? Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Tce\, Via Howard St\, Perth.\n \n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests and member prices\, non-members are also welcome to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/drop-the-sherry-bomb/
LOCATION:Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Gonzalez-Byass-Bodega-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230131T210018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T015914Z
UID:10000521-1677265200-1677272400@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:March Outturn Preview
DESCRIPTION:Outturn previews are back at The Captain’s Balcony!\n  \nSail on down to Sydney Partner Bar The Captain’s Balcony for the first Outturn preview tasting of 2023. Join Ambassador Matt Wooler for an exploration of full-flavoured whisky as he guides you through five delicious drams from the upcoming March Outturn. This is an exclusive opportunity for members to try some of the upcoming casks before they’re released\, as well as a great chance for newcomers to see what The SMWS is all about. \nWhat’s on offer? Five delicious single-cask\, cask-strength SMWS drams\, light refreshments\, and a welcome drink all presented upstairs at The Captain’s Balcony. Members will also be able to pre-order certain bottles before they’re released. As an SMWS Parter Bar\, there will also be more casks to try from March Outturn (and many prior releases) on the bar after the event. \n  \nWhen? Friday the 24th of February\, 7:00pm arrival for a 7:00pm start \nWhere? The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine St\, Sydney NSW 2000 \n  \nThis event is ticketed by The Captain’s Balcony — grab yours via Eventbrite here. \n  \nPURCHASE TICKETS
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/march-outturn-preview/
LOCATION:The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Australia_The-Captain_s-Balcony.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230211T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230118T054115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T005748Z
UID:10000520-1676140200-1676149200@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:The Chairman's Grand Tour Of Speyside
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Tour of Speyside hits the road!\nThe newest inductee to the Keepers of the Quaich is proudly hosting his first SMWS event for the year\, in Melbourne! \nJoin Andrew Derbidge for what will easily be one of the most focused\, detailed\, and informative whisky masterclasses ever presented in Australia as we embark on a grand tour of Speyside and the River Spey. \nWe’ll explore the region in depth\, looking not just at distilleries\, but at the region’s geography\, history\, people\, science\, and place in the whisky industry. We’ll also present a wee Speyside travel guide (where to stay\, wine\, and dine!)\, and\, of course\, we’ll be exploring and tasting five diverse whiskies from five very unique Speyside distilleries encompassing five different flavour profiles; four different cask types; and age statement releases including an 8yo\, 9yo\, 12yo\, 16yo\, and 29yo. How’s that for a spread? \nOn the night we’ll enjoy a light supper\, whisky\, entertainment\, education\, giveaways\, and a presentation like no other. \nA classic evening in the lovely surrounds of the Kelvin Club with our Chairman and NSW State Ambassador at large\, Andrew Derbidge. \n  \nWhen? Saturday the 11th of February\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start \nWhere? The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne VIC 3000 \n \nMembers\, partners and guests at one great rate. Non-members are also welcome.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/speyside-grand-tour/
LOCATION:The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Pl\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Speyside17_041cropped-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230125T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230102T063536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T031307Z
UID:10000516-1674671400-1674684000@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Robbie Burns Whisky Supper — Sydney
DESCRIPTION:Whisky\, pipes\, haggis\, neeps & tatties!\nIt’s that time of year again when we get to celebrate the birthday of Scotland’s greatest poet and romantic\, Robert Burns. \nJoin us for our first official SMWS event in Sydney for 2023 as we head into a year celebrating 40 years of the SMWS changing the whisky landscape forever. A night of haggis\, pipers\, poetry and of course\, whisky. \nFive single-cask\, single-malt whisky serves\, a dinner of fresh Scottish produce\, some poetry\, and piping\, all in the surrounds of the stunning Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney. \n  \nWhen? Wednesday 25th January 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Royal Automobile Club of Australia\, 89 Macquarie St\, Sydney NSW 2000.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member rates — non-members also welcome.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/robbie-burns-whisky-supper-sydney/
LOCATION:Royal Automobile Club\, 89 Macquarie Street\, SYDNEY\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/F55E5F1E-2F15-4A37-A683-021320BC1AB1.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
GEO:-33.8618979;151.213036
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Royal Automobile Club 89 Macquarie Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=89 Macquarie Street:geo:151.213036,-33.8618979
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230119T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20230109T043206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T013733Z
UID:10000517-1674153000-1674163800@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Beersky! Summer Boilermakers
DESCRIPTION:SMWS is proud to kick off our year of flavour and 40 years of maverick attitude with our first monthly experience back at Whisky & Alement!\nProudly collaborating with a brewery that is very near and dear to the Whisky & Alement team\, we’ll be taking the ‘alement’ to new pairing heights and quenching our thirst with incredible beers\, new single casks\, and a light supper.\n\nBoilermakers are at the heart of barley and we’re excited to kick off the year with this collaboration. Join us on Thursday\, 19 Jan\, for our first event of 2023! Tickets are for SMWS members only. Members are welcome to bring partners/guests at our great member rate.\n\n\nWhen? Thursday 19th of January 2023 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? Whisky & Alement (upstairs)\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000\n\n\nNo non-member tickets will be on offer.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/beersky-summer-boilermakers/
LOCATION:Whisky & Alement\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SMWS-Boilermakers.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
GEO:-37.810114;144.967153
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Whisky & Alement 270 Russell St Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=270 Russell St:geo:144.967153,-37.810114
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221227T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221109T010234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T010234Z
UID:10000701-1672156800-1672167600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Perth Christmas Break Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The full Society experience to round out the year!\nJoin us at Partner Bar Terrarium to celebrate the end of a brilliant 2022 and the ushering in of 2023! We’ll be serving single-cask\, cask-strength Society malts\, canapés and refreshing aperitifs throughout the event. Perth State Ambassador David Stucken will be hosting members and friends for this final WA event of the year! \nCome down at 4pm for an afternoon aperitif with refreshing highballs & delicious bites on offer\, before adjourning inside to experience a series of delicious SMWS malts! Celebrate The Society way this Christmas break among fellow flavour enthusiasts and exceptional single cask whisky. \n  \nWhen? Tuesday 27th December 2022 — 4:00pm arrival for a 5:00pm start.\nWhere? Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Tce\, Via Howard St\, Perth.\n  \nThis event is open to all members and non-members; members are welcome to bring guests along at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/perth-christmas-break-tasting/
LOCATION:Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/TerrariumVenue-4-David-Stucken-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221217T173000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221109T053607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T233833Z
UID:10000702-1671282000-1671298200@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Ho Ho Ho & a Bottle of Whisky!
DESCRIPTION:Whisky on the lawn to see out the year!\nYet another stunning year for The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is coming to an end\, so it’s time to flop down on a tartan blanket at Parliament House lawns and whittle away the afternoon with great drams and fine company. Join Tasmanian State Manager Tom Rofe to see the year out with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. \nAs soon as you arrive after 1pm\, the drams will be flowing. Bring your own blanket or chair (unless you are happy to flop down on the Tassie grass). Spot prize for the best tartan blanket\, the best tasting note on the day\, and the most festive attire! \nWhat does your ticket include? \n\nSix Society drams\,\nA light lunch\,\nPlus a stunning SMWS-branded spirit glass to take home!\n\n  \nWhen? Saturday\, 17th December\, 1pm — party starts on arrival!\nWhere? Parliament House Gardens\, Hobart TAS 7000.\n  \nThis event is open to all members and non-members; members are welcome to bring guests along at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/ho-ho-ho-bottle-whisky/
LOCATION:Parliament House Gardens\, Hobart\, TAS\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Lunch,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/D4B9BDFF-B6F4-4477-B3C5-7991D4788231-scaled.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221214T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221205T001029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T010032Z
UID:10000705-1671042600-1671051600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Odds & Ends
DESCRIPTION:Our final Melbourne Whisky Room tasting of the year\n\nIt’s that time of year when your resident whisky Santa and ambassador about town brings the ‘Odds & Ends’ for one last member masterclass of the year at Whisky & Alement. \nWe’ve had a cracking year of flavour at the SMWS and we’re neck-deep in planning for next year\, but there were a few casks that definitely sparked our interest above others\, or perhaps flew under the radar completely this year. Some oddities\, some flavour rarities\, some casks that our ambassador fell in love with completely. \nJoin us for one more festive bash at Melbourne Whisky Room next week for a very limited\, very intimate\, cosy tasting of goodies from deep within the warehouse at SMWS. \nWednesday 14 December\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start. Tickets are available to members only and includes a light supper. \n\n\nWhen? Wednesday 14th of December 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? The Melbourne Whisky Room (above Whisky & Alement)\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000\n  \nTickets are on sale now!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/odds-ends/
LOCATION:Melbourne Whisky Room\, Upstairs\, 270 Russell Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_7329-Large.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20221211T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20221211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221110T051042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T041821Z
UID:10000704-1670767200-1670778000@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:So Scrumdiddlyumptious — An Afternoon of Whisky and Chocolate
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations! Looks like you’re on someone’s ‘good‘ list.\nYou’re invited to indulge in a summer afternoon savouring Scrumdiddlyumptious single cask\, cask strength Society whiskies and gourmet chocolates. The maestro Krsna of BASIK Chocolates returns to share with us the alchemy of expertly paired fine whisky with his extraordinary creations. All this in the magic environs of our local Partner Bar Mrs J Rabbits. What a way to start the summer holiday season! \nThis is a lavishly decadent experience that you will absolutely not want to miss! Your ticket includes: \n\nA welcome drink on arrival;\nFive SMWS malts;\nCheese boards; and\nExpertly crafted\, handmade chocolates from BASIK Chocolates.\n\n  \nWhen? Sunday\, 11th of December 2022 — 2:00pm arrival for a 2:30pm start.\nWhere? Mrs J Rabbit’s Speakeasy (At Electric Avenue)\, 23 Logan Rd\, Woolloongabba QLD 4102.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/whisky-chocolate-christmas/
LOCATION:Mrs J. Rabbits Speakeasy\, 23 Logan Road\, Woolloongabba\, Queensland\, 4102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/IMG_8532-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221210T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221110T050831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T011355Z
UID:10000703-1670688000-1670702400@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Onwards & Upwards: A Melbourne Christmas Tale
DESCRIPTION:The return to Starward!\nWhat a year it’s been; from the much-anticipated return of the Whisky Champs\, a third collaboration with Chocolate mad scientist Krsna\, and of course our incredible 20th-anniversary experiences — 2022 has been a stellar year for SMWS Australia. We think that deserves an extra-special party to celebrate\, and what better venue is there to do so than Starward Distillery in Port Melbourne? \nJoin us for a Saturday evening of whisky\, refreshments and brilliant company amongst new and old friends! Your ticket includes a series of SMWS malts (+ some special Starward releases) and some delicious food to keep you going. See out 2022 with local State Ambassador Alex Moores and National Director/Ambassador Matt Bailey the SMWS way: amongst like-minded flavour enthusiasts with exceptional drams. \n  \nWhen? Saturday\, 10th of December 2022 — 4:00pm arrival for a 4:30pm start.\nWhere? Starward Distillery\, 50 Bertie St\, Port Melbourne VIC 3207.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing. \n  \nTICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/onwards-upwards-melbourne/
LOCATION:Starward Distillery\, 50 Bertie St\, Port Melbourne\, VIC\, 3207\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/SMWS-at-STARWARD-XMAS-2019-7.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
GEO:-37.8285118;144.9383522
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Starward Distillery 50 Bertie St Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=50 Bertie St:geo:144.9383522,-37.8285118
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20221201T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20221201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221102T045003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T021417Z
UID:10000699-1669917600-1669928400@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Fabulous Festive Farewell In Adelaide
DESCRIPTION:As another year comes to a close\, we invite you and your whisky-loving friends to share some wonderful drams during an evening of convivial conversation and laughs.\nFor the final tasting of 2022\, we’ve chosen a Thursday evening in the courtyard and function space of the Seven Stars Hotel where we’ll let you in on some of the more interesting tales from the world of whisky and The Society. You never know when you could be the first to hear the latest news. No evening of enjoying six single-cask\, cask-strength whiskies would be complete without a delicious supper spread curated by the kitchen team at the Seven Stars. \nBegin your festive season by experiencing some of the latest special single malts from The SMWS — you can sort your Christmas shopping and choose a new favourite dram to add sparkle to your days in a single evening with SA State Ambassadors Jenny and Alan Forrest\, as well as special guest SMWS Australia Ambassador and Director Matt Bailey\, and other whisky lovers! What more could you ask of the festive season? \n  \nWhen? Thursday 1st December 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? The Seven Stars Hotel\, 187 Angas Street\, Adelaide\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member pricing.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/festive-farewell-adelaide/
LOCATION:Seven Stars Hotel\, 187 Angas St\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Dinning-room-christmas-dram-e1667364341730.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221105T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20221024T042639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T225611Z
UID:10000698-1667671200-1667682000@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:20 Years Not Out!
DESCRIPTION:20 Years Not Out!\nThe Scotch Malt Whisky Society has been alive and kicking in ‘Stralya for the last 20 years!! There have been many drams that have gone through the country! Join the SMWS at The Caledonian for a night of stunning drams to celebrate these last 20 years! \nFrom new world whisky to 20-year-old Scottish gems! Tasmanian State Ambassador Tom Rofe can’t wait to share these stunning casks with Northern Folk! \nTwo-course meal provided and five drams — please advise of any dietary restrictions\, otherwise they may not be able to be catered for on the night. \n  \nWhen? Saturday 5th November 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? The Caledonian Wine Vaults\, 124 George Street\, Launceston\, TAS.\n  \nThis event is open to members and non-members. Members are welcome to bring guests at member prices.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/20-years-launceston/
LOCATION:The Caledonian Wine Vaults\, 124 George Street\, Launceston\, Tasmania\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/0045schotch-malt-whiskey-by-giorgia-maselli-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221022T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220921T015508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T021534Z
UID:10000515-1666441800-1666454400@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Then And Now
DESCRIPTION:A lavish feast to celebrate our branch’s Anniversary\nYour 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. \nAs 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. \nEach 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. \n \n  \n\nWhen? Saturday the 22nd of October\, 12:15pm arrival for a 12:30pm start.\nWhere? Chancery Lane\, 430 Little Collins Street\, Melbourne VIC 3000\n  \nThis 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.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/smws-victoria-celebration/
LOCATION:Chancery Lane\, 430 Little Collins Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Whisky Lunch
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/chancery-lane-fb_1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221016T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20221016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220915T001532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T033606Z
UID:10000512-1665934200-1665945000@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Perth
DESCRIPTION:2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.\nThey 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. \nThe resounding answer was a yes! So\, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia. \n\n\n\nIn 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.\n\nAt 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!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen? Sunday 16th October 2022 — 3:30pm arrival for a 4pm start.\nWhere? Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000 (Howard St entrance)\, Perth WA 6000\n\n\n\n\n\nCome 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.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/20th-anniversary-perth/
LOCATION:Terrarium\, 99 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/292881318_416567213855316_2945778975375347712_n-Scotch-Malt-Whisky-Society-Australia-e1663128050939.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221013T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220919T004036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T104317Z
UID:10000513-1665685800-1665694800@smws.com.au
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/5605-038©McAteer-1-Scotch-Malt-Whisky-Society-Australia.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221012T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20221012T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220920T050226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T050226Z
UID:10000514-1665601200-1665610200@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:The Captain's Balcony 20th Anniversary Casks Preview
DESCRIPTION:Sail down to The Captain’s Balcony for a very special Outturn preview!\nOur 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. \nAs 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). \nSeating 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. \nPurchase Your Tickets Here
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/captains-balcony-20th-anniversary-preview/
LOCATION:The Captain’s Balcony\, 46 Erskine Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/https-cdn.evbuc_.com-images-357417989-179445430308-1-original.20220920-035111.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221008T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20221008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220913T031649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T031649Z
UID:10000510-1665252000-1665261000@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Hobart
DESCRIPTION:2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.\nThey 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. \nThe resounding answer was a yes! So\, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia. \nCome 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! \nEnjoy 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. \n  \nWhen? Saturday 8th of October 2022 — 6:00pm arrival for a 6:30pm start.\nWhere? New Sydney Hotel\, 87 Bathurst St\, Hobart\, TAS 7000\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/20th-anniversary-hobart/
LOCATION:New Sydney Hotel\, 87 Bathurst St\, Hobart\, TAS\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/305074718_600665348262655_3401203480519647584_n-scaled-e1662508078900.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221001T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221001T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220822T004035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T030610Z
UID:10000508-1664649000-1664661600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:20th Anniversary of Australia Branch: Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever.\nThey 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. \nThe resounding answer was a yes! So\, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia. \nIn 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. \nAt this celebration on the 1st of October\, we’ll be taking over the whole Old Melbourne Gaol and your ticket entitles you to: \n\nAll drinks\nAll food\nA special Society cocktail specially crafted for the experience\n+ more to be announced…\n\nCome 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. \n \n  \nWhen? Saturday 1 October 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? Old Melbourne Gaol\, 377 Russell St\, Melbourne VIC 3000.\n  \nThis event is open to all members\, friends\, guests and non-members!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/20th-anniversary-melbourne/
LOCATION:Old Melbourne Gaol\, 377 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/95688CE8-8FA1-414A-9DBC-3B6DC6544AA8-Scotch-Malt-Whisky-Society-Australia.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20220930T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20220930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220831T002537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T214800Z
UID:10000509-1664562600-1664571600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:20th Anniversary Of Australia Branch: Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:EXTRA TICKETS RELEASED!\nSMWS Australia Turns 20!\n2002: Andre Tammes & John Rourke started something in Australia that would forever change the landscape of whisky appreciation forever. \nThey 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. \nThe resounding answer was a yes! So\, the plan was hatched to start the branch and bring the full Society experience to Australia. \n  \nJoin 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. \nEach ticket includes a lavish dinner and five drams of Society whisky — including the soon-to-be-announced 20th-anniversary casks — plus a welcome dram. \n  \nWhen? Friday 30th September 2022 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm start.\nWhere? The Brisbane Club\, 241 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane QLD 4000\n  \nMembers 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.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/20th-anniversary-brisbane/
LOCATION:The Brisbane Club\, 241 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:20th Anniversary,Dinners,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/IMG_5153-scaled-e1661832785454.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
GEO:-27.4669918;153.0275304
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Brisbane Club 241 Adelaide Street Brisbane QLD 4000 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=241 Adelaide Street:geo:153.0275304,-27.4669918
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20220930T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20220930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220816T023647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T215040Z
UID:10000507-1664560800-1664571600@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:The Adelaide Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Adelaide — it’s time for the Global Gathering!\nIt’s time to gather with single malt whisky lovers once again. Milder weather is starting to roll in\, so gather your friends for some fabulous drams and fine food at the Seven Stars Hotel. Join Alan and I for an enjoyable evening where we’ll share curious tales from distilleries where mysterious\, ancient crafts are melded with a little magic to create some flavoursome whiskies. Fun\, flavour and sharing the passion are at the core of our September Gathering. So come down\, bring your friends\, and join us! Global Gathering is here! \nTickets include a series of five curated Society malts (including the Gathering cask) + an extra welcome dram and delicious two-course dinner. \n  \nWhen: Friday the 30th of September\, 6pm arrival for a 6:30pm start \nWhere: The Seven Stars Hotel\, 187 Angas Street\, Adelaide\, SA 5000 \n  \n\nThis event is open to both members and non-members\, friends of members are welcome to attend at member-pricing.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/the-adelaide-gathering/
LOCATION:Seven Stars Hotel\, 187 Angas St\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dinners,Global Gathering,Tasting Events,Whisky Dinner,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Adelaide-Gathering-2022-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20220924T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20220924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220805T060401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T032440Z
UID:10000696-1664020800-1664044200@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:Supping Club: Brisbane Whisky Whisky 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whisky Whisky in Brisbane for some great drams!\nThe Scotch Malt Whisky Society is proud to be an exhibitor at the Supping Club’s Whisky Whisky 2022 expo! We’ll be joining a host of 30+ brands below the train tracks of South Brisbane’s Fish Lane to serve up some of our delicious and full-flavoured single cask\, cask-strength drams! If you’re in the area\, come down and say hi to The SMWS team\, we’d love to see you! \nJoin us on Saturday the 24th of September at Fish Lane\, South Brisbane between two sessions: 12:30pm – 3pm and 4pm – 6:30pm. Members can expect some exclusive member-only pours\, whilst non-members will find some enticing offers available ONLY at Whisky Whisky! \nTickets include: all 80+ pours on offer\, one dream-dram token valid for your choice of one premium pour\, a Pan-Asian-inspired lunchbox from the venue partner Hello Please\, and a Whisky Whisky-branded Glencairn glass for you to keep. \nGrab your tickets from the Supping Club website below and we’ll see you there! \n  \nGrab Your Tickets Here
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/supping-club-brisbane-whisky-whisky-2022/
LOCATION:Fish Lane\, Fish Lane\, South Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Global Gathering,Pop-Up Bar,Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Supping-Club-Graphics-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220911
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220805T052503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T054057Z
UID:10000694-1662681600-1662854399@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:The Oak Barrel Sydney Whisky Fair 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Oak Barrel Whisky Fair is back!\nAfter a two-year hiatus\, the Sydney Whisky Fair returns to The Oak Barrel’s Sydney CBD location with over 200 exhibitors including The Scotch Malt Whisky Society; we’ll be taking over the main stage with our Society tasting lounge and serving some special members-only pours\, and running some special offers for non-members\, too! Held over three sessions across the 9th and 10th of September\, this celebration of small batch\, single cask\, rare\, interesting and new release expressions from around the world is definitely not to be missed! \nTickets include: entry to the event\, access to over 100 samples during the day (strict RSA practices will be observed)\, a commemorative glass to take home and a food voucher to be redeemed on the day. This year there will also be dozens of old and rare whiskies being poured at cost price. \nGrab your tickets from The Oak Barrel website now and come say hi to The SMWS team! \n  \nPurchase Your Tickets Here
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/sydney-whisky-fair-2022/
LOCATION:The Oak Barrel\, 152 Elizabeth St\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Global Gathering,Tasting Events,Whisky Party
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/My-project-1-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220827T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220827T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234317
CREATED:20220729T034501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T060126Z
UID:10000693-1661625000-1661635800@smws.com.au
SUMMARY:BASIK X SMWS Chocolate Masterclass Pairings in Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:The mad scientist of chocolate returns!\nAfter many requests from our 2021 virtual collaboration\, The SMWS has once again teamed up with Krsna Rajalingam from BASIK Chocolates to deliver an enticing and unique flavour experience that will delight and treat the senses! We hand-picked five of our delicious single cask whiskies and let Krsna work his magic — the results\, we can confirm\, are unlike anything you’ve experienced before! \nIn addition to August’s virtual tasting pack\, Krsna will be flying down to share his chocolate expertise and guest present in person in Melbourne on Saturday the 27th of August alongside our Branch Director and National Ambassador Matt Bailey. This very exclusive and unmissable tasting experience will take you through five single-cask whiskies expertly paired with five unique BASIK Chocolate bonbons (each guest will receive two of each) that were hand-crafted by Krsna himself specifically for their paired casks; it doesn’t get much better than this! \n  \nWhen? Saturday the 27th of August\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start \nWhere? The Melbourne Whisky Room\, 270 Russell St\, Melbourne\, VIC 3000 \n  \nThis event is open exclusively to members and guests of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Limited seating is available\, so be sure to get in quick so as not to miss out on this incredible experience. \nTickets will go on sale on Wednesday the 3rd of August at midday AEST; seats are extremely limited so get in quick!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/chocolate-whisky-masterclass-melbourne/
LOCATION:Melbourne Whisky Room\, Upstairs\, 270 Russell Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Tasting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smws.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Basik_Chocolates_-8.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Scotch Malt Whisky Society":MAILTO:info@smws.com.au
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR