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SUMMARY:The Grand Tour of Scotland in Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful\, entertaining and tasty evening of whisky discovery and appreciation as we explore a wide and diverse range of very special single malts from all corners of the land — in fact\, it’s The Grand Tour of Scotland!\nWe’ll embark on a virtual tour around Scotland\, visiting five of the whisky regions and enjoying a fantastic line up of sensational single-cask\, cask-strength\, single malts — each one chosen to represent its region and a unique Scotch style or flavour profile. In between each dram\, we’ll discuss and learn a bit about Scotch whisky; its history\, traditions\, how it’s made\, and how the Scots make so many different-tasting styles of whisky from just three\, simple ingredients. \nYour host for the evening is the Society’s Chairman\, Andrew Derbidge; one of the country’s most knowledgeable and entertaining presenters with over 25 years in the industry. He’s personally picked out five Society malt whiskies\, including casks from our latest shipment to feature for this event. This event will appeal to all lovers of Scotch whisky — from beginners to experts\, there’ll be something for everyone; some delicious spirit; a wee bit of education; and a lot of laughs. \nYour ticket includes a welcome drink\, 5x curated Society drams\, and a two-course dinner\, all whilst enjoying the warm hospitality of P.J O’Brien’s private space. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhen? Monday the 25th of May 2026\, 7:00pm arrival for a 7:30pm start.\nWhere? P.J O’Brien’s; Located on the ground floor of Southgate centre (G14-15\, 16/3 Southgate Ave)\, Southbank VIC 3006.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome to attend and learn more about the Society. If you’re just beginning your whisky journey\, this is the perfect event to attend.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/the-grand-tour-of-scotland-in-melbourne/
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SUMMARY:Some Eirinn Heresy in Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to don a touch of green as we celebrate a belated St Patrick’s Day — and what better way to do so than with the release of our Irish Heresy bottling\, a pint of Guinness\, and a feast at P.J. O’Brien’s!\nLong-time Society members will remember the regular casual feasts we enjoyed at P.J. O’Brien’s Irish Pub. Well\, we’re returning to the famed venue this April to celebrate a belated St Paddy’s Day with a stellar line-up of Heresy releases! Guests can expect a fun and festive evening kicking off with a dram of Shimmering silk — our newly-released and first-ever Irish Heresy bottling produced in collaboration with Dunville’s Whisk — and a pint of Guinness on arrival\, before sitting down to enjoy a curated line-up of 5x SMWS small-batch Heresy releases\, both classic and new\, with a hearty\, two-course meal from the P.J’s kitchen. \nYour local VIC Society Ambassador Alex Moores will be taking guests through the history of Irish whisky with the SMWS as well as the purpose of our clear-bottle ‘Heresy’ range of whiskies. Guests can expect a casual evening of great whisky\, tasty food and fantastic company as we return to P.J. O’Brien’s in Southbank. \n  \nWhen? Thursday 10th of April 2025 — 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start.\nWhere? P.J. O’Brien’s Irish Pub\, Shop G12-16\, Southgate Restaurant & Shopping Precinct\, Southbank VIC 3006.\n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are encouraged to attend and see what the Society is all about. \n 
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SUMMARY:Poet's Corner: The Whisky Muse
DESCRIPTION:A return to P.J’s for a night of song\, nourishment and whisky\nA 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. \nAlex 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. \n  \nWhen? Thursday March 10th\, 6:30pm arrival for a 7pm Start.\nWhere? P.J.O’Brien’s Irish Pub Shop G12-16\, Southgate Restaurant & Shopping Precinct\, Southbank\, VIC 3006. \n  \nMembers are welcome to bring guests at member prices. Non-members are also welcome. \nAll guests will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination status\, and/or any medical exemptions that may apply.
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/poets-corner-the-whisky-muse/
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SUMMARY:Winter Whisky Dinner - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:The pairing of whisky with food has always been a classic combination\, and a treat for all your senses. In the month of June\, with the arrival of winter and the mercury falling\, the Society is celebrating the perfect match of great food and a good warming dram. Bold whiskies deserve bold pairings and by showcasing an unrivalled variety of flavours\, the Society single cask drams offer plenty inspiration to bring the whisky and culinary worlds together. \nSo where else to enjoy this experience than at one of our member-favourite venues: P.J. O’Brien’s. The chef at PJ’s is crafting a special menu for us for this occasion\, so don’t miss out. Seats are limited as always. Fantastic food\, magnificent malts\, great craic and a whole lot of fun. All welcome. \nHope to see you there! \nSlainte\, \nOwen Smythe\, Vic Manager\nsmythe@smws.com.au
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/winter-whisky-dinner-melbourne/
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SUMMARY:Whisky Dinner at P.J.'s - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:2019 is here….!\nLet’s start the year in full flavour with a whisky dinner at P.J. O’Brien’s with our own dining room and tables full of drams. Hosted by our very own Owen Smythe (VIC Manager) and complete with a hearty meal\, we’ll take a journey through five brand new single cask Society drams\, welcome dram\, and some tales to regale the night. Start your year in full flavour with the Society. Limited seating so first in best dressed!\nSee you there!
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/whisky-dinner-at-p-j-s-melbourne/
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SUMMARY:Spoils from Scotland Whisky Dinner - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Stepping into The Vaults in Edinburgh is like being a kid in a candy shop. Our National Ambassador\, Matt Bailey\, is over there on serious HQ whisky business. He will be raiding their supplies in order to share some spoils of his travels. It will be a very special night of tales and tasting all sorts of sensational spirits. Flying back from Edinburgh and straight to Melbourne\, come and join Matt on a flavour journey\, exploring the feel of what The Vaults are with 6 x special drams\, dinner\, and tales to regale! \nSeats are limited so book in now for a very special night at P.J. O’Brien’s in Southbank. A fun night\, delicious drams and fantastic hearty winter fare. 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start. All welcome! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://smws.com.au/event/spoils-from-scotland-whisky-dinner-melbourne/
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SUMMARY:15th Birthday Single Cask Celebrations - Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Join me for a fun-filled evening tasting some amazing Scotch Malt Whisky Society single cask single malts alongside some delicious dishes specially crafted by the new chef at P.J. O’Brien’s. Our Cellarmaster has selected some of our latest releases plus some special pre-release previews just for our Melbourne members. And as  special treat\, we’ll be raising a glass to the fifteen years of the Society with our divine 15th anniversary bottling\, Cask 73.83. You’ll be treated to a welcome craft beer on arrival\, followed by a bit of education and a lot of fun with like-minded whisky lovers. All welcome\, bring a friend and spread the joy. Seats are strictly limited – first in best dressed! \nSlainte\, \nOwen Smythe\, VIC Manager\nsmythe@smws.com.au
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