SMWS Whisky Festival Releases – May 2024

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Unveils its Festival Collection

Renowned for its unique single-cask whiskies, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society unveils tempting surprises this festival season. This year, the Society embarks on a quest to push the boundaries of flavour exploration beyond the confines of a single cask. With a diverse global membership in mind, the aim is to ensure that enthusiasts worldwide can partake in the festivities.

Offering a curated selection of 12 distinct bottlings, the Festival Collection promises a sensory journey through Scotland’s iconic whisky regions. From the lush landscapes of Speyside to the rugged terrain of the Highlands, each bottle embodies the essence of its origin.

Crafted by the expert Whisky Team, these special releases span a spectrum of whisky styles and wood types. Delight in the complexity of Writing Bureau, an esteemed 30-year-old Speyside blended malt, or indulge in the rich nuances of six sherry-influenced expressions, a testament to the Society’s new passion for exceptional sherry cask-matured whiskies.

Join the SMWS in celebrating the art of whisky appreciation at the Flavour Hunters Festival. Cheers to another May Whisky festival season brimming with new drams!

There are also many events arranged to ensure maximum exposure for members and non-members to share in these festival releases, see below.

The Islay Festival (Fèis Ìle) – 25th May – 1st June

• 27/5/24 (12:30-17:30) – SMWS takeover of The Ballygrant
• 27/5/24 (19:30-22:00) – SMWS Dinner & Tasting @ The Ballygrant – BUY Tickets
• 28/5/24 (10:00-21:00) – SAMPLING STAND @ The Indie Bottler Festival 
• 28/5/24 (14:15-15:00) – SMWS PEAT & SHERRY Masterclass @ IBF
• 28/5/24 (18:15-19:00) – SMWS PEAT & SHERRY Masterclass @ IBF
• 29/5/24 (19:00-21:30) – SCOTCH AND SHERRY: A Flavour Odyssey – Screening of the Documentary and Tasting at The Machrie – BUY Tickets
• 30/5/24 (19:00-21:30 – SCOTCH AND SHERRY: A Flavour Odyssey – Screening of the Documentary and Tasting at The Machrie – BUY Tickets