Hi All,
Well it’s about that time again - time for another sampling of that nectar of the gods that we call whisky…

This time we’re going to do a Sherry Monster tasting! (Sherry matured whisky)

When: Monday 1st March 2010
Time: 6.30 for 7pm start
Price: $75.00
Where: Lark Distillery, Hobart

Please let me know if you can make it, and if you’re bringing guests.
Please get in early, as seats are limited - and they go quickly!

RSVP: richard@twas.com.au

I hope to see everyone there!

_{RSVPs So Far:}

_{Richard Stewart + 1
Jim Woodward
Steve Townsend + 3
Will Skinner
Justin Plunkett
Tim Duckett
Bill Lark
Philip Millen
Brian Murphy
Patrick Maguire
John Burges +3
Brian Kelty
Mark Murton + 7
Andy van Emmerik + 1
Steven Bridge + 1
John Moorfield}

_{Total: 32}

Posted in Scotch Whisky, Announcements

Yes, we are having a Launceston tasting!

The Tasmanian Whisky Appreciation Society invites you to join them on a tour of 6 of Scotland’s classic malts, concluding with a special offering (shhhh…) at Cafe Rossilli.

Light nibbles will accompany the tasting, however, a more substantial meal is available afterwards if you wish to stay on in the cafe.

Numbers are limited so booking your seat is essential!

Cost of the tasting is $55 per person

Friday 5th February 2010
Cafe Rossilli
41 George Street
Launceston
Bookings for dinner
03 6334 3488

Please RVSP to richard@twas.com.au

_RSVPs:

_{Kim & Michael Fletcher}

Posted in Scotch Whisky, Gatherings, General

Who is Earl Magnus and why do we want to know about him? Earl Magnus was the legendary Earl of Orkney who ruled in the 11th century. His name is also on a new limited edition 15 year-old single malt whisky from Highland Park, The Earl Magnus Edition 1. The whisky is a natural strength bottling taken which measures 52.6% abv,. The tasting notes say that the Earl Magnus delivers the signature heather peat smokiness Highland Park is famous for along with delicate notes of ginger, lemon and vanilla.

It is bottled in a light brown bottle with a historically inspired label that depicts Earl Magnus in a stained glass window. It comes in a wooden gift box etched with Highland Park branding and the tale of Earl Magnus – the story of his life, his murder at the hands of a cousin, his canonization and the building of St Magnus cathedral. The whisky is meant to celebrate the history of Orkney and will be available from late December in the UK selling for £85.

^{Article by: Deidre Wollard
TheLuxist}

Posted in Scotch Whisky

A unique whisky is expected to raise up to £20,000 when it is auctioned next month.

The Dalmore Oculus is said to be one of the most precious whiskies ever to come up for sale.

It has been assembled from some of the most exceptional whiskies of the past 140 years, and is therefore the first and last of its kind.

The whisky will go under the hammer at an auction held by Bonhams in Edinburgh on 18 November.

The unique expression of the Dalmore Oculus was created by master-distiller Richard Paterson, who drew on his four decades of experience to create it.

It is said to have been assembled with a rich spicy and orange zest core alongside the taste and smell of dried fruits, ripe bananas, treacle toffee and almonds.

Alongside these elements, rare malts selected from vintages distilled in 1868, 1878, 1922, 1926 and 1939 add a depth of flavour.

‘Truly exceptional’

Finally, to intensify the whisky, an incredibly intense oak, spice and bitter dark chocolate was added to the mix alongside the whisky’s “capstone” - a judicious amount of a highly-revered 64-year-old blend which offers notes of coffee, aromatic spices and citrus zest.

It will be presented for sale in a Baccarat crystal decanter.

Mr Paterson said: “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and the Dalmore Oculus is without doubt a truly exceptional expression.

“This is the most exquisite expression I have personally crafted with all the loving reference it so richly deserves to seduce the most discerning and sophisticated plates imaginable. I am confident it will appeal to epicureans, investors and collectors”.

Alongside the Dalmore Oculus, Bonhams will also be selling the first section of the largest single-owner collection of whisky ever to appear at auction.

The 3,000-strong Willard S Folsom Collection of Old and Rare Single Malt Whiskies has been amassed over an 18-year period and features wide ranges of Ardbeg, Bowmore, Dalmore, Glenfiddich, Laphroaig, Springbank, Kinclaith, Killyloch, Ben Wyvis, Glen Grant, Glenmorangie, The Glenlivet, Strathmill, Mortlach and The Macallan.

^{Article courtesy of BBC News
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/edinburgh_and_east/8329991.stm}

Posted in Scotch Whisky

The last few years have seen a meteoric increase in both the popularity and quality of Australian whisky, yet by world standards, the industry is young.

Ryan Marshman from Nicks.com.au has written an well researched guide to Australian Whisky - from it’s history right through to current distilleries.
Ryan has done an amazing job, and you will find a wealth of information in his article.

Head on over and check out the article at www.nicks.com.au.

Article Link - http://www.nicks.com.au/Index.aspx?link_id=76.1610

Posted in Announcements, Australian Whisky, Spotlight