Whisky & Gin Events Melbourne
Whisky & Alement – Whisky Classes
Introduction to Whisky: Part 1
For those who have always been tempted to delve into the world of whisky this comprehensive class of 8 whisky tastings is perfect for beginners.
Runs every Saturday. For more details please click here
The Whisky Social: A Scotchy evening of tasting and conversation
The Whisky Social Presents
An evening designed to appeal to the complete whisky newbie as well as a seasoned spirit sipper.
This month: Scotchy Scotch. This is actually a first for The Whisky Social. They have never had an entire lineup of nothing but Scotch Whisky! This month you will be tasting your way around some prominent and some lesser known distilleries. As you sip your way around the beautiful landscape you will be exploring the questions: Do ageing ,location and barrels make that big of a different?
*Don’t worry if you’re not a big fan of peaty/smokey whisky. Only have one of the six selections will be smokey.
Through a few different whiskies, you will explore a concept central to whisky past, present and future. You can be assured though, you’ll learn a lot but the most important thing is to find new whiskies you love!
Your ticket gets you:
- 6 pours of top-shelf whisky (retail price of $70-$90)
- Fresh gourmet nibbles featuring specialities of the venue
- Two hours of unique and interesting information on various brands & styles of whisky
- And always: great company to drink with!
More information and tickets here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-whisky-social-a-scotchy-evening-of-tasting-and-conversation-tickets-38939983539
Noble Experiment – Delicious Dram From Glendronach
On May 10th, The Noble Experiment will be showcasing some delicious drams from Glendronach!
Linus Schaxmann, from Brown Forman Australia and Noble’s very own Dan Lemura will be presenting these fabulous whiskies. Linus and Dan will discuss the history of these whiskies and what gives each of them their unique character. As Linus is taking a trip to visit the distillery in April, we are hoping for something special to try for the tasting! 🙂
For more information and to book tickets, click the link https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/glendronach-whisky-tasting-tickets-43080653394
The Whisky Social: An evening of tasting and conversation
An evening designed to appeal to the complete whisky newbie as well as a seasoned spirit sipper.
Through a few different whiskies, you will explore a concept central to whisky past, present and future.
Your ticket gets you:
- 5 pours of top-shelf whisky (retail price of $70-$90)
- Fresh gourmet nibbles featuring specialities of the venue
- Two hours of unique and interesting information on various brands & styles of whisky
- And always: great company to drink with!
For more information and to book tickets, click the link https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-whisky-social-an-evening-of-tasting-and-conversation-tickets-38940477015
Meat, Whisky & Wine
Rare Steakhouse presents The Whisky Company and Hollick of Coonawarra on Thursday March 15th 2018 starting at 6.30pm. Take a journey with three of life’s most pleasurable items meat, whisky and wine. As you enjoy the succulent and well cared for dishes of the Rare Steakhouse you’ll be sipping back some of the finest whisky from from Scotland and swirling some of South Australia’s tastiest wines. Book now by clicking the link https://tickets.myguestlist.com.au/v25a812a3cda443/meat-whisky-wine-dinner-/evs5a812a3ce2aaf/
on arrival
Hollicks ‘the bard sparkling chardonnay pinot noir
coffin bay oysters baked with a single malt chase or with sparkling granita
9yo signatory vintage caol ila single malt
to start
thyme gnocchi with cherry tomatoes, broad beans & gruyere
hollicks ‘bond road chardonnay
10yo glencadam highland single malt
entree
lamb backstrap with minted pea puree & vegetable crisps
15yo tomintoul portwood speyside single malt
main
wagyu eye fillet with daffinois potatoes, served with greens, caramelized onions & jus
hollicks coonawarra shiraz
12yo edradour Caledonia highland single malt
dessert
international cheese selection
Hollicks ‘the nectar’ botrytis Semillon, Riesling
Whisky & Dreams Melbourne
March 10 & 11th 2018
Saturday Session: 11.30am
Saturday Session: 5pm
Sunday Session: 11.30am
Sunday Session: 5pm
WHISKY & DREAMS (Previously Independent’s Day) is back for 2018, with a new name, new date, more sessions and some BIG names headlining the event.
In 2018, WHISKY & DREAMS will be held over 2 days, with 2 sessions each day. The event will bring the best whisky and spirits to the whisky community, in a fun and exciting festival format.
This year we are excited to add masterclasses to the event, be sure to secure your ticket to these classes ASAP as tickets are very limited.
*Our apologies Scotland’s second biggest independent bottler Signatory Vintage will not be attending this years show as we applied too late and the presenters floor was already full. Let’s hope that we are back next year.
Tickets here
The Whisky Show Melbourne
August 10th & August 11th 2018
Friday Session: 4pm to 8pm
Saturday Session: 12 Noon to 4pm
Saturday Session: 5pm to 9pm
The Whisky Show is the largest show of its kind in Australia, and features only whisky, and nothing but whisky. With over 40 brands and more than 130 different whiskies to sample and to buy, the Show includes exciting new brands, Masterclasses and a pop-up shop offering an extensive range of whiskies at special show prices. All whiskies available for sampling are included in the cost of entry.
Tickets here
