Cape Byron Distillery announces the exciting release of their first single malt whisky and to celebrate, the distillery will be holding a number of exclusive whisky masterclasses for the drinks trade.
Master Distiller and co-founder Jim McEwan and co-founder & distiller Eddie Brook will be hosting the whisky masterclasses to herald the release from the B-Corp certified distillery.
Mr McEwan is a Master Distillery and has worked with Scotland’s Islay distilleries Bowmore, Bruichladdich and Ardnahoe.
Now at the Cape Byron distillery Byron Bay's hinterland, he has played a pivotal role in the birth of Cape Byron’s new spirit, with his wealth of experience evident in this intriguing new Australian whisky crafted where the rainforest meets the sea.
The trade launch events are by invitation only and are invited to make contact with their local Brookie’s Gin/Cape Byron sales manager to secure their places.
Guests will be served a signature Brookie’s G&T on arrival, a few drams and the privilege to taste the distillery’s first release before it is available to the trade or general public.
There will be four releases available at the tasting, including the Cape Byron ‘The Original’ Single Malt Whisky and ‘Chardonnay Cask’ Single Malt Whisky, an exclusive limited release.
“We’re so excited to finally share Cape Byron Single Malt Whisky with Australian whisky fans and the drinks industry to showcase the range in an intimate setting. Jim is such an inspiring figure in our industry. For Jim to be able to share not only the story of our distilling journey, but his wealth of knowledge, is something unmissable for the bartender community,” says Eddie Brook.
The invitation only trade events will be held at the Byron Bay distillery and across various locations in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney through August and September.
Cape Byron Australian Single Malt whisky will be available to order from your Brookie’s / Cape Byron sales manager from Thursday, 1 September.
If your keen to buy a bottle for yourself, signup to the exclusive waitlist online to be the first to access after the events.
● Cape Byron ‘The Original’ Australian Single Malt Whisky, 47%ABV 700ml rrp $125
● Cape Byron Chardonnay Cask Australian Single Malt Whisky, 48%ABV 700ml rrp$140
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, 26 August: Cape Byron Distillery, Byron Bay NSW, 6.00pm-9.00pm
Tuesday, 30 August: Perry's Refreshment Club by Blackhearts & Sparrows, Collingwood VIC, 6.00pm-9.00pm
Friday, 2 September: The Tattersalls Club, Sydney NSW, 6.00pm-9.00pm
Sunday, 4 September: Black Bird Bar and Grill, Brisbane, 2.00pm-5.00pm
For further information, contact: info@capebyrondistillery.com
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