MALTSTOCK MASTERCLASSES

It’s the moment many of you were waiting for, booking the Masterclasses! Over the years we’ve had amazing Masterclasses. And this year’s line-up looks very promising again. You can find all Masterclasses at our website.

In about 10 days you all can let us know, what your favourite Masterclasses are. On July 1st everyone with a Maltstock ticket will receive an email from us, explaining this year’s procedure.

If you aren’t the relaxed owner of a Maltstock 2016 ticket yet, you won’t receive the link until you are completely relaxed with a Maltstock ticket. To get the preference link, get a ticket first.
Get your ticket(s) here: TICKET SHOP

A more complete (work in progress) version of the program can be found here: MALTSTOCK PROGRAM

Trust us, you don’t want to miss this edition of Maltstock. We still have some tickets available, but please be fast in a relaxed manner of course, before we sell out.
Get your ticket(s) here: TICKET SHOP

FOOD AND DRINKS

As every year there will be plenty of Friday: Pizza, midnight snacks. Saturday: Full Scottisch breakfast, lunch, BBQ and midnight snacks. Sunday: Full Scottisch breakfast. At the bar we will have fruit available as well.

Softdrinks, coffee, tea, beer, you can get at the bar or at night in the Midnight Cafe.

All drinks and food available at Maltstock is included in the price!

The midnight cafe will be open again for dancing into the early hours. We are going to ask our guests what music they would like to hear a couple of days before Maltstock. The organisation will make a selection of this input.

Full Proof (Jeroen Koetsier) will be there with his insane collection of rare and outstanding whisky from the past. the Whisky Mercenary (Jurgen Vromans) will be there as well to present his relaxed bottles.
Remember last year’s whisky chocolate and candy? Wow, those treats were delicious! the Chef without a restaurant (Inge Lanckacker) will be back!!
Wagging Finger the new project of Erik Molenaar, who we all know from Kintra. We think Wagging Finger Gin is a very relaxed gin, easily drinkable with very relaxed flavor!

You can enjoy Wagging Finger Gin on Saturday before the BBQ.

MALTSTOCK TICKETS

You don’t have a Maltstock 2016 ticket yet?

Please, for your own well being, make sure the time till Maltstock is as relaxed as possible and buy a ticket in our ticketshop:

TICKET SHOP

ps. at our Facebook page we are posting photos and videos of previous Maltstock edition. Take the trip down memory lane here: Maltstock Memory Lane

Agenda (Maltstock visiting other festivals):

Aquavitae 2016, Mullheim (29.10.16-30.10.16)

Our 63rd Auction is now live.

Kind regards from Glasgow

The SWA Team

 JUNE AUCTION LIVE!

 Summer has arrived and with it comes our June Auction! If the sun isn’t shining where you are take a look through the sale and bask in the warm glow from some of the hottest bottles around right now!

THAT BOUTIQUE-Y WHISKY COMPANY COLLECTION 

 Dazzling this auction is a vast array of That Boutique-y Whisky Company bottles! More colourful than bunting at a summer fete, the collection includes fantastic Port Ellen and Brora releases among many others. 

GLENUGIE 1966 SAMAROLI 33 YEAR OLD, GLENUGIE 1966 SPIRIT OF SCOTLAND

& GLENUGIE 1966 THE BOTTLERS 

We rarely see Glenugie these days let alone of this superb old vintage! A real treat!

ARDBEG 1967 KINGSBURY 29 YEAR OLD 

Sherry casked Ardbeg of this vintage is an unusual thing indeed! Bottled in 1996 by Kingsbury, who mostly export to Japan.

KINCLAITH 18 YEAR OLD CADENHEAD’S 1980S 

A rare bottling of very rare whisky from Glasgow’s last distillery, Kinclaith, which only operated for 18 years!

LAGAVULIN 18 YEAR OLD FEIS ILE 2016

The bottle that inspired some of the longest queues on Islay during the 2016 Feis Ile. Pick up yours here!

PORT ELLEN ANNUAL RELEASES 1^st – 10^th

The lost jewel in Islay’s crown, Port Ellen has achieved near mythical status since its closure in 1983. Here we have numbers 1 through 10 of their incredible annual releases, don’t miss your chance to fill that gap in your collection! 

There is no registration fee, our commission structure is very competitive and we offer worldwide shipping. For our terms and conditions please click here. 

Happy bidding!

THE ENGLISH WHISKY COMPANY WITH CHIEF WHISKY MAKER DAVID FITT

Founded in 2006, The English Whisky Company was the first to establish a commercial distillery in England for more than 120 years. Over the past decade it has been turning heads with a range of great whiskies.

Our host for the evening is David Fitt, chief whisky maker at The English Whisky Company’s Norfolk distillery. A former brewer, David has been in charge of production since 2008 and is well known for his love of experimentation.

David will be leading us through the distillery’s core whiskies as well as some TWE exclusives and a pair of very special drams:

English Whisky Chapter 7
English Whisky Chapter 9
TWE Exclusive Classic
TWE Exclusive Peated
Limited Edition Founder’s Cask Virgin Oak Finish
A mystery whisky, as selected by David…

An evening of pioneering whiskies, presented by the man who made them – a tasting not to be missed.

The tasting will take place on Tuesday 5 July from 7.30pm

£35 per ticket

BOOK YOUR TICKET

Tickets on sale now!

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THE JUDGE’S COURT, BROWNS,
82-84 ST MARTIN’S LANE
LONDON WC2N 4AG

PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE VENUE FROM 7.15PM FOR A 7.30PM START

JUNE AUCTION NOW LIVE

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JUNE AUCTION LIVE FRIDAY 24^th !

Summer has arrived and with it comes our June Auction! If the sun isn’t shining where you are take a look through the sale and bask in the warm glow from some of the hottest bottles around right now!

THAT BOUTIQUE-Y WHISKY COMPANY COLLECTION 

Dazzling this auction is a vast array of That Boutique-y Whisky Company bottles! More colourful than bunting at a summer fete, the collection includes fantastic Port Ellen and Brora releases among many others. 

GLENUGIE 1966 SAMAROLI 33 YEAR OLD, GLENUGIE 1966 SPIRIT OF SCOTLAND

& GLENUGIE 1966 THE BOTTLERS 

We rarely see Glenugie these days let alone of this superb old vintage and from three different bottlers!? A real treat!

KINCLAITH 18 YEAR OLD CADENHEAD’S 1980S 

A rare bottling of very rare whisky from Glasgow’s last distillery, Kinclaith, which only operated for 18 years!

LAGAVULIN 18 YEAR OLD FEIS ILE 2016 

This bottle inspired some of the longest queues on Islay during the 2016 Feis Ile. If you couldn’t make it over pick up yours here!

PORT ELLEN ANNUAL RELEASES 1^st – 10^th 

The lost jewel in Islay’s crown, Port Ellen has achieved near mythical status since its closure in 1983. Here we have numbers 1 through 10 of their incredible annual releases, don’t miss your chance to fill that gap in your collection!

There is no registration fee, our commission structure is very competitive and we offer worldwide shipping. For our terms and conditions please click here.

Happy bidding from Friday!

Jazz & Whisky Tasting – 28 Queen St, Fri 24 June  More >

July Outturn Preview – The Vaults, Thu 30 June  More >

Edinburgh Whisky Solstice 2 for £40 – Assembly Rooms, Sat 25 June More>

UK-WIDE PREVIEWS WITH UISGE SOURCE

Dundee – Malmaison, Fri 24 June  More >

Melrose – Town House Hotel, Fri 24 June  More >

Perth – The Salutation Hotel, Fri 22 July More >

Durham – Radission Blu, Fri 29 July  More >

Stirling – The Golden Lion, Fri 29 July More >

Sheffield – Leopold Hotel, Fri 29 July  More >

FREE EVENTS AT THE VAULTS

Live Music Night with Hot Tin Roof – Tue 12 July  More >

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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ

Contact: sales@smws.com or call 0131 555 2929 (Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). Visit the Society at here for membership information

This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!

Spot the SMWS bottles in this amusing You Tube video

Tasting Recap: Gordon & MacPhail with Joe Swanson

Last weeks Gordon & MacPhail Tasting with Joe Swanson was a very nice evening and the malts showed very well.  If you weren’t able to join us, but are looking to maybe get a gift or for yourself or somebody else (perhaps a father), we want to make sure the chosen scotch will be enjoyed. To better assist with that, use the notes to see what works best for you, and if you need any help call Joe at 617-367-8605.

Blair Athol  9 Y.O. 46%   regularly $74.99  –  on sale $67.99  delicate sherry influences with toasted malt and citrus fruit aromas. Hints or white pepper, orange and strawberry initially on the palate, with a lingering milk chocolate edge.

Longmorn 12 Y.O. 43% regularly $72.99 –  on sale $65.99 Sherry and fruit aromas with influences of ripe summer fruits and figs. A little pepper with a milk chocolate edge. Stewed fruits and almond flavors develop. This is a great malt for the season and all year round.

Mortlach 15 Y.O. 43%  regularly $94.99  –  on sale $84.99 On the nose initially sweet, fresh and fragrant with a distinct malty nose. Citrus elements develop – fresh orange peel. Well rounded. Palate:  More subtle sweetness, hints of candied fruits. A rounded sherry edge is evident and some raisin and sultana notes emerging. Add a little water and it opens nicely. Every one should try a Morty. Precious single malt .

Secret Stills Islay 14 Y.O. 45% regularly $79.99 – on sale $71.99 Light fresh and malty with some smoke.  Not heavy on the peat, really nicely balanced, intricate and very special. A very morish malt. Very Bowmoreish.

Highland Park 24 Y.O. 43%  regularly $239.99  –  on sale $219.99 Sweet vanilla with pear and toffee aromas. A subtle smokey undertone develops. The palate is peppery initially with sweet  strawberry and raspberry  flavors. The finish is creamy with a milk chocolate edge. Just Splendid.

Caol Ila Cask Str. 59.5% regularly $119.99 – on sale $107.99 – Sweet cured bacon, with banana and vanilla aromas. The palate is peppery with apple, peat complimented by a lingering peat smoke edge.

Sale prices in effect until Friday, June 24th

Joe Howell

Federal Wine & Spirits

Email: info@federalwine.com

Phone: (617) 367-8605

Web: http://www.federalwine.com/

HIGHLAND PARK CELEBRATES SOLSTICE WITH MIDSUMMER SOCIAL 

Highland Park Single Malt Scotch Whisky, the ‘Orkney Single Malt with Viking Soul’ distributed by Maxxium UK, is taking over London’s Dalston Roof Park for two evenings to celebrate Midsummer Solstice.

The narrative of Highland Park is deeply rooted in Nordic traditions and the people on Orkney (1 in 3 have Viking ancestry) take huge pride in honouring the spirit of their Viking ancestors by hosting a week’s worth of events dedicated to Midsummer Solstice, the official start of summer and when the evenings are at their longest.

The Highland Park Midsummer Social at Dalston Roof Park will bring to life this wonderful Solstice heritage through the following:

• Torchlight whisky tastings with Highland Park’s global brand ambassador Martin Markvardsen
• Highland Park infused cocktails
• Nordic inspired food curated by Root + Bone
• Highland Park Boilermaker pairings with 40ft Brewery
• DJ Eelke Kleijn will play a set on Tuesday 21 June
• Acoustic band Slow Club will provide live music on Wednesday 22 June
• Live streaming of the events on Highland Park Facebook page 

The brand is also extending celebrations with several bars surrounding Dalston adding special Highland Park Solstice serves to their bar menus.

Mike Mackenzie, Highland Park Brand Manager said: “Highland Park’s Midsummer Social is a unique and exciting event to celebrate the brand’s Viking heritage and the beginning of summer. The fantastic rooftop setting at Dalston provides an opportunity for guests to fully immerse themselves in Highland Park Single Malt Scotch Whisky and enjoy great cocktails and food”.

A limited number of tickets are available for Tuesday 21 June and Wednesday 22 June at 6.30pm priced at £15. To reserve your place please click here or visit www.skiddle.com/ and search ‘Highland Park’. 

Notes

Please enjoy Highland Park responsibly, visit www.drinkaware.co.uk for the facts.

Join the conversation on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook with #HPSolstice

Like Highland Park on Facebook: www.facebook.com/HighlandParkWhisky

Follow Highland Park on Twitter: www.twitter.com/@HighlandPark

Follow Highland Park on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/@highlandparkofficial   

About Highland Park

Established in 1798 on Orkney, Highland Park is one of the most remote Scotch whisky distilleries in the world. For over 200 years, the distillery has combined time old tradition and the very best craftsmanship to achieve perfection. Its range of 12, Dark Origins, 15, 18, 21, 25, 30 and 40 year old single malts is consistently acclaimed by connoisseurs and experts.  Highland Park has won a string of prestigious awards across its portfolio, most recently Highland Park ICE Edition was awarded 99 points and the Chairman’s Trophy at the Ultimate Beverage Challenge. While Highland Park 12, 15 and 18 Year Old were all awarded 96 points or above and the Tried and True Award at the Ultimate Beverage Challenge.

www.highlandpark.co.uk/

Bars supporting Highland Park Midsummer Social activity:

• BULL IN A CHINA SHOP, 196 Shoreditch High Street, London, E1 6LG
• HIGH WATER, 23 Stoke Newington Rd, N16 8BJ
• FONTAINES, 176 Stoke Newington Rd, London, N16 7UY
• VICTORY MANSION, 18 Stoke Newington High St, London, N16 7PL

• POND DALSTON, Unit G2, Stamford Works, 3 Gillett St, London, N16 8JH

• ORIGINAL SIN, 129 Stoke Newington High St, London, N16 0PH
• APPLES AND PEARS, 26 Osborn St, London, E1 6TD 

Livestreaming of the Midsummer Solstice events:

Livestreaming can be viewed at:  https://www.facebook.com/HighlandParkWhisky/?fref=ts  

Eelke Kleijn

Eelke Kleijn is a Dutch producer and DJ hailing from Rotterdam, the Netherlands. He is known mostly for his electronic dance music, but nowadays also produces music for other media, such as television series, commercials, movie trailers and animations. 

Slow Club

Slow Club are an English duo formed in Sheffield in 2006. The band consists of multi-instrumentalists Charles Watson and Rebecca Taylor, with Watson contributing piano, Taylor contributing drums, and both performing guitar and vocals.

Father’s Day Fun: Whisky Time

Looking for a fun way to spend Father’s Day Weekend? Bring him to our Visitors Center on Saturday, June 18th from 11-6PM. We’ll have live music from the Jon Spear Band (1:30-5PM), plenty of delicious hickory smoked meats from Poke-E-Joe’s BBQ, and of course, whisky cocktail flights featuring local and seasonal ingredients culled from purveyors right here in central Virginia. Take in the sights of Nelson County from our brand new patio, complete with exceptional vistas.

Virginia Highland Malt: Special Offering Price through June 30th

Add in a bottle of Virginia Highland Malt – which recently won a gold medal at the L.A. Spirits Competition – and you’ll be dad’s favorite. Right now the Virginia Highland Malt is available in our Visitors Center, as well as state-wide at local ABC stores, for $54.49, regularly $57.49. This special offering, done as a way to help us celebrate the launch of the Virginia Whisky Experience, is a limited time offering through the end of June. Stock up now and treat your dad to Virginia’s best!

The Virginia Whisky Experience: Tours Galore

The Virginia Whisky Experience, launching this Saturday, June 11th, is a great way to celebrate dads everywhere.

The tour starts with a visit to our new whisky museum, complete with distilling artifacts and historical references to whisky-making in Scotland as well as Virginia. An original video highlighting our roots in Virginia and ending with exquisite footage of casks being made caps the museum visit. A trip to the distillery follows, where guests learn more about our production process for Virginia Single Malt. Everyone’s favorite part, the tasting, takes place in our cask house, where you can experience the smell of whisky aging. For those electing to taste, a cocktail demo and tasting featuring seasonal cocktails completes the experience. The tour lasts an hour and fifteen minutes. Tickets range in price from $12 to $24 depending on the number of tastings selected.  Tours will be offered daily starting June 11th, so stop by on your next visit to Nelson County. To book a tour or review tour times, visit www.vadistillery.com. Walk-ins are accepted based on availability.

For questions related to the tour please email whiskyexperience@vadistillery.com. We hope to see you soon on a Virginia Whisky Experience adventure. For anyone on Facebook, we’ll be announcing something fun on Monday – keep an eye out!

Upcoming Events:

Whisky, Wine and Words with Mayor and author Mike Signer, June 23rd:

On Thursday, June 23rd, from 6PM to 8PM, Virginia Distillery Company will host Mike Signer, the Mayor of Charlottesville and the author of “Becoming Madison” for an evening of Whisky, Wine and Words. As part of the Jefferson Heritage Trail’s Virginia Festival, the event will feature time-period inspired cocktails from Virginia Distillery Company and wine from Ankida Ridge Vineyards.  The author will do a short reading from the book. A question and answer period will follow, along with a book signing. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided throughout the evening. Tickets are $30 per person plus tax and may be booked online here. Proceeds benefit the Jefferson Heritage Trail.  More events being added daily! Visit our Events page for the latest and greatest.

Visit Us: 

The Visitors Center is open daily, from 11AM to 6PM, Monday – Saturday, and 1PM to 6PM on Sundays. Tours, as of June 11th, will be offered daily: Monday – Thursday, 11AM, 1PM, 3PM; Fridays and Saturdays, 11AM, 1PM, 3PM and 5PM; Sundays 1PM, 3PM and 5PM. See you soon!