We want every one of our guests to enjoy an unforgettable experience when they walk through the doors of Johnnie Walker Princes Street. That begins and ends with the people who will work there. So, we’re looking for remarkable talent to provide the warmest of welcomes and to help us tell the Johnnie Walker story to the world.
Treat your Valentine to something special this year! From personalised bottles, great value gift packs and some exquisite whiskies, we have something for every sort of connoisseur.
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Saturday, February 22nd, 1-4PM:
Scotch Tasting: Glenglassaugh
Presented by whisky expert Rory Glasgow! ‘Glenglassaugh’ – meaning ‘valley of the grey-green place’ -is named from its beautiful surroundings, bordering Speyside, & Highland regions at the edge of Sandend Bay. The character of the landscape is very apparent in the whisky; Speyside adding a tropical sweetness, Highland adding depth and richness, and the seaside giving the spirit a coastal charm.
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Friday, February 21st, 5-7PM
Local Whisky: Sonoma Co Distillery
Sonoma Co. Distillery, founded in 2010 in the heart of Sonoma County is California’s premier whiskey distillery. Their ‘grain-to-glass’ approach to whiskey brings a hands on quality to every bottling, resulting in a delicious world-class whiskey.
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Friday, March 13th, 5-7PM
Scotch Tasting: Bruichladdich
Trickle Distilled from 100% Scottish Barley, Bruichladdich distillery’s methods date back to the 19th century – including some of the original Victorian machinery still used today. The process is both time and labor-intensive, but the results are well worth it.
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Friday, Feb 14th 5-7PM: Scotch Tasting:
Royal Brackla
Celebrate Valentines Day with a whisky fit for Royalty! Founded in 1812 by Captain William Fraser, ROYAL BRACKLA’s regal malt has a remarkable history. The distillery itself is over two centuries old and its malt’s nickname of ‘The King’s Own Whisky’ stems from its distinction as the first single malt to be granted a royal warrant.
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Saturday, February 8th, 12-5PM: Scotch Tasting: Aberfeldy
Perthshire distillery Aberfeldy is perhaps best known for their contributions to blended scotches, producing beautiful balanced single malt whisky since 1898. Often referred to as ‘the golden dram’ in blended malts, their core expressions are rare to find and enjoyed the world over.
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Friday, Feb 7th 5-7PM:
Scotch Tasting: Craigellachie
Established in 1891, Speyside distillery Craigellachie (pronounced Krai-GELLacky) is known for delicious fruity & oily single malts and have contributed to many award winning blended whiskies through their centuries-long history.
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How would you like to attend a super-exclusive Octomore event in London?
Enter our ballot now for a chance to be there!
Thursday 2nd April
Taking place at Wapping Hydraulic Power Station, a unique venue for unique whiskies, this event is your chance to experience the spirit of Octomore like never before!
At the event you’ll have the opportunity to taste each whisky from the Octomore 10 range centered around the screening of a brand new sensory Octomore film.
Fancy a chance of winning? Buy any bottle of Octomore at whiskyshop.com before 15th March to be entered into our ballot.
This is a VERY exclusive event not open to the general public. Don’t miss out on your chance to be there!
Full terms and conditions can be found here
MOANA MASTERS WELCOMES 2020 WITH THE FINE ART OF PAIRING JAPANESE WHISKY
Innovative program at the First Lady of Waikiki begins its second year with an izakaya-style event
This is a perfect pairing for the traveler looking for a food and beverage event to pair with their Hawaiian vacation.
Jonathan Armstrong, the West Coast Brand Ambassador for House of Suntory joins Chef Colin Sato as a Master at this event featuring highly allocated whisky paired with Izakaya-style bites. With over 10 years of experience in the spirits industry, Jonathan has an extensive background in bartending, craft spirits and hospitality on both the East and West coasts including the cities of Philadelphia, New York and Los Angeles.
The Moana Masters event starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, February 29
To add to the excitement and glamour of this evening event, Jonathan will provide a Step & Repeat for guests to take photos and share on their social accounts. And guests will be able to enjoy a casual setting in the oceanfront Grand Salon. Music and lighting set the mood for this Masters event.
Once our guests have enjoyed the welcome cocktail and photo session, Jonathan and Colin will start the formal program. Guests will be seated classroom style and will enjoy the two masters speak. Jonathan will provide a background about each of the four featured whisky and will mix the cocktails during the teaching. And Colin will demo a few of his Izakaya-style dishes that will be served alongside the drinks.
Colin’s menu includes the following:
Smoked Kanpachi kama, radish, yuzu kosho
Seared Hokkaido scallops, heart of palm, smoked trout roe
Duck Confit basteeya, preserved lemon, smoked plum jam
Santa Barbara Uni, truffle kahuku corn croquette
Wagyu Beef, short rib arancini, bone marrow bearnaise
Jonathan will be serving the following whisky:
Hibiki 17 (served neat)
Yamazaki 12 (Yamazaki High Ball)
Toki Japanese Whisky (Toki Smash)
Hakushu 12 (served neat)
The cost is $150 per person including gratuity, plus taxes and Box Office fees. Tickets are available at HonoluluBoxOffice.com/Moana.
Guests will leave with a swag bag and recipes from Jonathan and Colin. The price includes complimentary four-hour valet parking or self-parking at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani parking garage.
WHISKY TO BE SERVED AT THIS EVENING EVENT:
HIBIKI 17: Hibiki Whisky is a harmonious blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies which are meticulously blended to create a full orchestra of flavors and aromas. Seductive, blossoming and enigmatic, Hibiki Whisky celebrates an unrivaled art of blending, fine craftsmanship and a sense of luxury from the House of Suntory. Hibiki was launched in 1989 to commemorate Suntory’s 90th anniversary, and has ever since been embraced as the paragon of The Art of Japanese Whisky, the very product of Japanese nature and her people. Hibiki Whisky is not only Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky, but among the most prestigious and honoured whiskies in the world.
Nose: Peach, apricot, melon rose, lily, lemon leaf
Palate: Toffee, black cherry, vanilla, and Mizunara Japanese oak.
HIBIKI NEAT
YAMAZAKI 12: From Yamazaki was born the surprising, delicate yet profound experience of Japanese single malt whisky. Made at Yamazaki Distillery, the soul place of Japanese whisky, its signature multi-layered taste is highly praised by whisky connoisseurs all over the world. Today, Suntory Single Malt Whisky Yamazaki Whisky is not only the No.1 single malt whisky in Japan, but is also enjoyed in more than 35 countries. Born in 1984, Suntory Single Malt Whisky Yamazaki marked 60 years since the first drop of whisky was made at the Yamazaki distillery. It was here that Keizo Saji pioneered the Japanese single malt whisky. The name “Yamazaki” speaks of the confidence and pride of the distillery’s founding history. The calligraphy was done by Saji himself, and represents Suntory’s passion and celebrates the birth of the Japanese single malt.
Nose: Peach, pineapple, grapefruit, clove, candied orange, vanilla, Mizunara Japanese oak.
Palate: Coconut, cranberry butter, sweet ginger,
YAMAZAKI HIGH BALL
TOKI JAPANESE WHISKY: Toki means “time” in Japanese. It’s a concept rich in meaning the world over, but particularly in Japan where respect for tradition and reinvention sparks a powerful creative energy. Inspired by that interplay, Suntory Whisky Toki™ brings together old and new -the House of Suntory’s proud heritage and its innovative spirit- to create blended Japanese whisky that is both groundbreaking and timeless.
Nose: Basil, green apple, honey
Palate: Grapefruit, green grapes, Peppermint, thyme
TOKI SMASH
HAKUSHU 12: From Suntory’s mountain distillery nestled deep in the untouched forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake, comes the fresh and gently smoky Suntory Single Malt Whisky Hakushu. Released in 1994, in celebration of 70 years of whisky making at the House of Suntory. Hakushu single malt whisky captures the distinctive profile of Hakushu distillery, which is represented by its light, fruity and slightly sweet smoky taste. Through the careful blending of a variety of casks at Hakushu distillery, this uniquely awakening and verdant single malt is born.
Nose: Basil, pine needle, green apple
Palate: Sweet pear, mint, kiwi
HAKUSHU NEAT
Here’s the link to purchase tickets to the event.
And here’s a link to book rooms if someone is interested in staying at this historic and beautiful hotel.
Dara Young
Director of Public Relations
Marriott Waikiki Complex
(808) 931-8409
dara.young@marriott.com
