Miner’s Delight Inn Bed & Breakfast
Atlantic City, Wyo.
Offers:
Kilchoman Summer 2010 Release & Smokehead
Kilchoman Summer 2010 Release will be one of the three featured whiskys at our “New Beginnings” tasting for December 2010’s Second Saturday Scotch Sipping at Six.
Edinburgh’s Whisky Picnic!
Sunday 21st November
A Secret Whisky Event
At a Secret location in Edinburgh!
RSVP is essential as is a mustache.
This post brought to you by the energetic students at:
The University of Aberdeen Malt Whisky Society
The Butchart Centre
University Road
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB24 3UT
The World’s Best Whiskies by Dominic Roskrow
Bookshops Whisky Tasting Tours
Aurum Press has published (as of October 18th, 2010) The World’s Best Whiskies by Dominic Roskrow, a collection of 750 drams that Dominic believes to be the best in the world. Dominic will be doing a series of whisky tasting events in November, which might be of interest for the whisky drinkers in the areas he will be visiting (Norwich, St. Andrews, Edinburgh, Guildford, and Abingdon). Visit Aurum Press at www.aurumpress.co.uk
Tuesday November 16th
7.00 pm
Waterstones Norwich
11-17 Castle Street
Norwich
NR2 1PB
Contact: Ben
Tel: 01603 767292
£5 tickets redeemable against the price of the book.
November 22nd
6.00 pm
Waterstones St. Andrews
101 – 103 Market Street
St. Andrews
KY16 9NX
Contact: Stuart
Tel: 0843 290 8603
November 23rd
6.00 pm
Waterstones Edinburgh West End
128 Princes Street
Edinburgh
EH2 4AD
Contact: Ian
Tel: 0843 290 8313
November 24th
7.00 pm
Waterstones Guildford North Street
35 – 39 North Street
Guildford
GU1 4TE
Contact: Cath
Tel: 0843 290 8359
November 30th
7.30pm
The Book Store
15 Bury Street
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 3QT
Contact: Ian or Jane
Tel: 01235 539200
Please come and join us for a very special bottle signing…..
November 8th: 6:30 to 8:00 Bottle Signing
Anthony Wills, Owner and Director of Kilchoman Distillery on Islay, will be at:
Binny’s
1720 North Marcey Street
Chicago, IL 60614
Kilchoman, is the first distillery to be opened on Islay in 124 years.
It’s Summer 2010 Release has just hit the United States soil.
One barrel out of this release was selected by Brett Pontoni and bottled at natural strength exclusively for Binny’s customers
Bring your cameras, for a picture with Anthony Wills
For more information please call: 312-664-4394
http://www.kilchomandistillery.com/
Bruichladdich Tasting with Jim McEwan
Nov 1: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Ticket Price $50: Dram Club Price $45
The City Club of San Francisco
Stock Exchange Towers
155 Sansome St
Join us in welcoming Jim McEwan, Production Director of Bruichladdich Distillery and the world’s most renowned Scotch Whisky Ambassador!
Jim will lead us through a tasting of the following Whiskies:
* Bruichladdich ‘Rocks’
* Bruichladdich ‘Organic’
* Bruichladdich 1998 Oloroso Sherry Cask
* Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2nd Edition
* Bruichladdich 16 Year Old Cuvee D
* Bruichladdich ‘PC7’
* Bruichladdich ‘Octomore’
Appetizers will be served.
BUY TICKETS at http://www.whiskiesoftheworld.com/store/index.php?cPath=20
Whiskies of the World San Francisco
PRIVATE TASTINGS OF BUNNAHABHAIN, BLACK BOTTLE AND SCOTTISH LEADER AT WHISKY LIVE
Join Ian MacMillan, master distiller and blender of Bunnahabhain, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader, for a private tasting at the FNB Whisky Live Festival from 3 to 5 November 2010 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), Cape Town. The Festival will run from 18h00 to 22h00 daily.
MacMillan, who has over 35 years’ experience in whisky distilling and blending, will cover the rich history and unique characteristics of each of the three Bunnahabhain single malts produced on the Isle of Islay, of Scottish Leader, a combination of malt and grain whiskies, and of Black Bottle, a blend of all the renowned single malts from Islay balanced by mainland malt and grain whiskies. Bookings for the private tastings need to be made on the evening at the entrance of the tasting area adjacent to the Bunnahabhain, Scottish Leader and Black Bottle stands during Whisky Live.
Scottish Leader has recently seen a pack upgrade with a new bottle and label which now, in recognition of master blender Ian MacMillan, carries his signature. Visitors to Whisky Live will have the opportunity to meet the man behind Scottish Leader as he shares his passion for this blend. Created in the 1800s by the Ross Brothers, Scottish Leader is today one of the fastest growing whisky brands internationally with its new label reflecting the premium quality and heritage of the brand.
MacMillan will also lead visitors in a tasting of the rare Bunnahabhain 12-, 18- and 25-year-olds which recently received a halo of golden awards at the 2010 International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). The Bunnahabhain 25-year-old received gold and best in class while the 12- and 18-year-olds both received gold awards. Earlier this year the Bunnahabhain 18- and 25-year-olds were highlighted at the 2010 San Francisco World Spirits Competition both earning gold while the 12-year-old and 18-year-old both achieved gold status in the Islay category at the Spirits Business 2010 Spirit Masters.
The whiskies are all known for their gentle taste profiles and unique character. Unlike most single malts from Islay, Bunnahabhain is crafted from unpeated malted barley and pure spring water that flows there freely underground, untainted by the peaty moorlands. Consumers that are either new to single malts or prefer the slightly fruitier offerings from Islay will select Bunnahabhain as their whisky of choice.
Black Bottle with its bold taste has been praised by critics and whisky-lovers across the world, and over the years it has secured a cult following for its unique history and profile. Few if any whiskies come close in terms of style that matches this exceptional blend consisting of the renowned seven single malts from Islay balanced by mainland malt and grain whiskies.
The whisky boasts a proud and fascinating heritage, with its origins in late 19th century Aberdeen where the tea merchant Gordon Graham’s ability to blend tea, soon moved to the blending of whiskies. This particular blend, which he marketed in opaque black bottles, in time, became the whisky of choice of the locals of Aberdeen.
The Johannesburg festival runs from 10 to 12 November and MacMillan will only be available for one evening (10 November) where after whisky connoisseur and Master of the Quaich, Pierre Meintjes, will conduct the private tastings.
Notes
1. Master distiller and blender Ian MacMillan will be available for interviews in Cape Town (3 to 5 November) and Johannesburg (10 to 11 November). Contact Linda Christensen, De Kock Communications, at (021) 873 2199 or at linda@dkc.co.za
2. Bunnahabhain, Scottish Leader and Black Bottle belong to the portfolio of Burn Stewart Distillers, integrated Scotch whisky producer and brand owner with a portfolio of leading whisky brands. Distell and Burn Stewart Distillers are equal partners in a joint venture which owns and markets this selection of whiskies in sub-Saharan Africa.
Where: San Francisco City Club
The Stock Exchange Tower
155 Sansome Street
San Francisco, CA
When: November 10th 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Sponsored by: The Whisky Shop, San Francisco & The Whiskies of the World
Presented by: Ed Kohl, Industry Veteran and Spirits Expert
List of Malts:
Isle of Skye is featured in Blood and Sand Cocktail, Skye
Edradour ~ Scotland’s Smallest Distillery, Highland
Signatory – Auchentoshan, unchill filtered, Lowland
Signatory – Craggenmore, unchill filtered, Speyside
Signatory – Ben Nevis, cask strength, Highland
Kilchoman – Summer 2010 Release, Islay
Smokehead ~ Single Malt from a ‘Mystery Islay Distillery’
hors d’oeuvres:
Chorizo Dates Bacon Wrapped Sweet Dates Stuffed w/ Lightly Spiced Chorizo
Baked Oysters on the Half Shell, Hobbs Bacon, Creamy Bechamel
Peppered Beef Tenderloin with Blue Cheese Sauce
White Bean & Red Pepper Puree, Shaved Reggiano, Brioche Toast
WE OFFER A VEGETARIAN MENU IF REQUESTED WHEN PURCHASING THIS TICKET
(Space is limited and All Sales are Final – Tickets Cannot Be Returned)
Price: $45 (all inclusive)
BUY TICKETS AT http://www.whiskiesoftheworld.com/store/index.php?cPath=20
Any questions, please give The Whisky Shop a call at 415-989-1030
e-mail: info@whiskyshopusa.com
Whiskies of the World San Francisco
Is it getting colder in ?
Don’t Forget
Gordon and Macphail Tasting Tonight!
Location: Butchart Centre, University Road, Old Aberdeen
Time and Date: 7pm – Wednesday 27th October 2010
What to Bring: Ticket + Membership Card + money for raffle!
Tickets (£3 each)
Available from Butchart Centre Reception
“Attending?”
University of Aberdeen Malt Whisky Society
The Butchart Centre
University Road
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB24 3UT
aberdeenwhisky@googlemail.com
LADIES ONLY WHISKY TASTING – Thursday 2nd December 2010*
Ladies – how about a pre Christmas night out with a difference? Our ladies whisky tasting earlier in the year proved so successful that we are holding a similar event in December where you can come along to try some great single malt whiskies in a relaxed and informal environment where it’s strictly only girls allowed. Intended to appeal to both the novice and the experienced whisky drinker, these evenings are about having fun as well as discovering the joys of the many different whiskies now available.
Our presenter this time round will be the lovely Willie Tait of Whyte & Mackay (memorably once described by a certain Mr McEwan as being the Sean Connery of the whisky business …) who has a wealth of experience amassed during a long and illustrious career in whisky. Currently Master Distiller and Global Brand Ambassador for Jura Single Malt, Willie’s extensive knowledge and wonderful gift for storytelling make the world of whisky and the people who produce it come alive in a humorous and entertaining way. We hope to include whiskies from Dalmore, Jura and Fettercairn distilleries in the line-up so this will be a good opportunity to nose, taste and enjoy a variety of expressions.
The tasting will be held in the beautiful surroundings of Stanton House Hotel and promises to be a great evening whether you are already a fan of whisky or have yet to discover the lure of single malts. So come along, have fun and start the festive season in style!
*How to book*
The tasting will be at Stanton House Hotel, Stanton Fitzwarren (www.stantonhouse.co.uk), and will commence at 7.00 for 7.30pm. Tickets for the event are priced at just £10.00, and this includes a discount of £3 against a bottle of one of the featured whiskies if bought or ordered on the night of the tasting.
Most, if not all, of the whiskies tasted will be available to purchase on the night. We accept cash, credit/debit card or cheques.
Tickets are limited, and allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. To buy them just log on to www.whiskyandwines.com and place an order for the number you require, or telephone us on (01793) 765071, or call in and see us at Arkwrights, The Dormers, Highworth, Wiltshire. Admission to the tasting is by ticket only.
We look forward to you joining us for a great evening of whisky tasting.
Slainte!
Fran and Ken
Arkwrights Whisky and Wines
www.whiskyandwines.com
Please come and join us for a very special bottle signing…..
Anthony Wills, Owner and Director of Kilchoman Distillery on Islay, will be at:
The Whisky Shop
360 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
Saturday, November 6th
Kilchoman, is the first distillery to be opened on Islay in 124 years.
It’s Summer 2010 Release has just hit the United States soil.
One barrel out of this release was selected by The Whisky Shop, San Francisco and bottled at natural strength exclusively for our customers
Bring your cameras, for a picture with Anthony Wills
For more information please call: 415-989-1030
