Masterclass schedule.
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MC 1 / Talisker 1
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11:15 - 12:15 Room A (605) |
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Talisker-chosen as the world's No.1
single malt |
Graham Logie - EX Talisker@Distillery Manager |
gTalisker 18,h recognized as the best single malt whisky at the World Whisky Award in 2007, and other whiskies are offered to the visitors to experience the way that flavor changes as the maturity progresses. The unmatched characteristics and charm of the whisky are also verified using a map that shows its distinctive features in terms of maturity, aroma, and flavor. gTaliskerh is the single malt whisky produced by the only distiller on the Isle of Skye.
At the seminar venue the visitors will be welcomed by photographs and the music associated with the Isle of Skye.
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MC 2 / Bulleit Bourbon 1
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11:15 - 12:15 Room B (606) |
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| Frontier whiskey coming back to life |
Tom Bulleit. |
| The recipe for Bulleit bourbon was originally created by Augustus Bulleit in 1830. It has been revived recently by his great, great grandson (and your host today), Tom Bulleit. Learn about Bulleit's unique character and charm whilst sampling several different styles of bourbon whiskey with Tom.
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MC 3 / Miyagikyo
SOLD OUT |
11:15 - 12:15 Room C (607) |
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| The charm of Sendai Miyagikyo |
Hisamitsu Tetsuji - Chief Blender The Nikka Whisky
(In Japanese) |
| Nikka's second malt whisky distillery was founded in 1969. Chief Blender Hisamitsu talks about Miyagikyo's "Mother Water" and why the distillery was located where it is. He also discusses the style of fermentation and distillation and the warehouses that support the quality of this fine malt.
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MC 4 / Balblair
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11:15 - 12:15 Room D (608) |
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| The Balblair Vintage Masterclass |
Stuart Harvey - Master Blender@Inver House |
| Stuart Harvey, Blend Manager of Inver House Distillers, recently voted Distiller of the Year, will take you through the recently relaunched Balblair Vintages. Only those casks which have reached their peak of perfection have been selected by Stuart for release and you will be given the opportunity to sample these award winning whiskies.
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MC 5 / Arran
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11:15 - 12:15 Room E (101) |
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| The many tastes of Arran |
Douglas Davidson - Managing Director |
Managing Director Douglas Davidson updates us on progress at the Arran Distillery, now into its 13th year, and offers examples of some classic Arran styles, including sherry & bourbon casks.
Following the retirement of distillery manager Gordon Mitchell, the Arran Distillery continues to turn out a variety of fascinating limited edition products, including whiskies finished in Tokaji and Sassicaia wine casks!
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MC 6 / Whisky & Chocs
SOLD OUT |
11:15 - 12:15 Room F (102) |
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| Be my Valentine! |
Dave Broom |
| Four days ahead of Valentine's Day, Whisky Magazine Japan Editor and world-reknown drinks critic Dave Broom hosts this Masterclass, matching the finest whiskies with a selection of luxury chocolates.
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MC 7 / Tomatin
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13:30 - 14:30 Room A (605) |
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| The dram of a lifetime |
Tom McCulloch - Managing Director
Douglas Campbel - Distillery Manager |
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MC 8 / Longrow
SOLD OUT |
13:30 - 14:30 Room B (606) |
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| 55ppm Campbeltown |
Frank McHardy & Kate Wright. |
| Production Director and whisky legend Frank McHardy, together with Sales Manager Kate Wright, take us through what makes Longrow single malt so special. Samples include a soon-to-be -launched Longrow Gaja finish and the world preview of a brand-new Longrow product.
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MC 9 / Duncan Taylor
SOLD OUT |
13:30 - 14:30 Room C (607) |
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| From Huntly to Tokyo |
Euan Shand - Managing Director
Mark Watt - Sales Executive |
| Soon-to-be distillery owner Euan Shand and Sales Manager Mark Watt guide us through the length and breadth of the Duncan Taylor range, before unveiling a brand new product, going under the name of"From Huntly to Tokyo."
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MC 10 / Glenfiddich
SOLD OUT |
13:30 - 14:30 Room D (608) |
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| Discover the world of Solera |
Ludovic Ducrocq - Global Brand Ambassador |
Glenfiddich has been No.1 Single Malt Whisky in the world.
This year, Ludo has prepared for very rare seminar where only 15yr is focused.
Through tasting of very interesting constituents of Glenfiddich 15yr, you will understand more about Solera and discover how wonderful it is.
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MC 11 / BenRiach
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13:30 - 14:30 Room E (101) |
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| One distillery, many styles. |
Billy Walker - Managing Director |
| BenRiach Distillery has shot to prominence since moving into private ownership a few years ago. New owner Billy Walker explains to us what is special about BenRiach and offers a guided tour of the many styles produced by this Speyside distillery. Samples include a yet-to-be-launched Chateau d'Yquem cask finish.
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MC 12 / Baird's Brewery
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13:30 - 14:30 Room F (102) |
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| Craft Beer & Fine Whisky : Malt Beverage Brethren |
Brian Baird |
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MC 13 / Talisker 2
SOLD OUT |
16:00 - 17:00 Room A (605) |
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Talisker-chosen as the world's No.1
single malt |
Graham Logie - EX Talisker@Distillery Manager |
| See MC1 above.
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MC 14 / Bulleit Bourbon 2
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16:00 - 17:00 Room B (606) |
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| Frontier whiskey coming back to life |
Tom Bulleit. |
| See MC2 above
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MC 15 / Highland Park
SOLD OUT |
16:00 - 17:00 Room C (607) |
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| The treasure chest of Highland Park |
Tsuchiya Mamoru |
The whisky critic Mr. Mamoru Tsuchiya gives a lecture on the new charm of Highland Park, a gold mine of raw whiskies.
The seminar features a tasting session of Mr. Tsuchiyafs limited edition cask series bottlings which are soon to be released.
Visitors are welcomed to enjoy the new and unique charm of Highland Park which Mr. Tsuchiya selected for a Japanese audience from a variety of raw whiskies preserved at Highland Park Distillery.
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MC 16 / Hakushu
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16:00 - 17:00 Room D (608) |
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Enjoy the fascinating constituents of Hakushu Whisky
from distillery of the forest. |
Hisashi Maemura - Distillery Manager
(In Japanese) |
| Sample the clear and fruity Hakushu spirit as distillery manager Maemura Hisashi explains about the Hakushu production process. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the distinctive freshness of the Hakushu character and to taste some whiskies not yet released onto the market.
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MC 17 / Jura
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16:00 - 17:00 Room E (101) |
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| Taste Island Life |
Willie Cochran - Manager |
| Willie Cochran has spent over 30 years of his life on Jura, producing single malt whisky on an island where the deer outnumber people by over 25 to1. He explains to us how the island, its climate and people all contribute to the final product and offers a range of samples including a cask specially selected by himself.
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MC 18 / Springbank
SOLD OUT |
16:00 - 17:00 Room F (102) |
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| Things to come |
Frank McHardy - Director of Production J & A Mitchell Kate Wright
Kate Wright - Sales Executive |
| Frank and Kate return to offer a preview of some of the bottlings we are going to see in the future from the Springbank Distillery. Samples include a 1997 re-charred cask and a 1991 sherried malt. There will also be a very rare opportunity to sample some lowland-style Hazelburn whisky, from a Sauternes cask.
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