Glasgow University Whisky Tasting Experience

June 14, 2024July 18, 2024daviddistilled Leave a comment

Whisky Tasting in Glasgow

We were delighted to be asked to host a whisky tasting experience for 200 delegates from all over the world at a conference at Glasgow University recently. We presented 4 single malt whiskies from all over Scotland, each representing regionality and different flavour profiles.

We set up four whisky stations around the room so that delegates could move around easily, speak to us about the whiskies and about the whisky industry before moving on to the next dram. I was joined by two industry colleagues, Justina and Rebecca to help engage with as many conference delegates as possible during the evening.

At the beginning of the tasting I spoke briefly to the whole group to explain how the tasting would work and a little about the Scotch whisky industry in general and how single malt whisky makes the incredible journey from field to table.

It was great to be able to engage with so many people at such a great event and to enthuse about all things Scotland and single malt Scotch whisky. Our tastings showcase Scotland’s gift to the world and are a great way to encourage people to get together, have fun, socialise and relax.

Glasgow Whisky Tasting – The Single Malt Whiskies

We selected four single malt Scotch whiskies to help demonstrate both regionality and the difference in flavour profiles. Two of the whiskies were from the Isle of Islay where Justina and I used to work. One of the Islay whiskies was smokey / peaty, whilst the other was rich, maritime and fruity. The other two single malt whiskies were from the Highland region and Speyside.

Here is the set list for our whisky tasting experience in Glasgow:

Whisky Tastings in Glasgow

We would love to host a whisky tasting for your event in Glasgow or anywhere else in Scotland. If you would like more information or if you would like to check availability for a whisky tasting, please call David on 07875 405 980.

Alternatively, please complete the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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A Very Special Whisky Tasting at Loch Lomond

March 5, 2024March 5, 2024daviddistilled Leave a comment

Whisky Tasting for the Scottish Football Association

I was absolutely delighted to by the Scottish Football Association to host a whisky tasting at a dinner at Boturich Castle on the banks of Loch Lomond in Scotland last week. Our guests had been attending the 138th International Football Association Board Conference at Cameron House on the other side of Loch Lomond as well as taking the time to attend a local football match, St. Mirren vs Aberdeen.

Delegates at the dinner at Boturich Castle where we hosted the whisky tasting were from all over the world. There representatives from the Scottish FA, English FA, Irish FA, Welsh FA, and along with Premier League referees. The event was attended by many famous faces from the football world. It was a pleasure to meet them and to host a whisky tasting for them.

Whisky Tasting Loch Lomond

During this very special event our guests were served a wonderful meal specially prepared in the Pavilion at Boturich Castle. The Pavilion is a recent addition to Boturich Castle and is perfect for wedding gatherings and corporate events. It is beautifully furnished and big enough for very large gatherings. Boturich Castle is superbly situated just outside Balloch on the A82. It is 45 minutes by car to Glasgow city centre and 30 minutes to Glasgow Airport.

At the tasting my guests enjoyed:

Talisker 10 year old single malt whisky 45.8%abv – served with haggis
Bunnahabhain 12 year old Islay single malt whisky 46.3%abv – served with chocolate pave
Caol Ila 13yo Islay single malt whisky bottled by Gordon and Macphail 43%abv
Glenfarclas 10 year old single malt whisky bottled for Master of Malt 55%abv

Loch Lomond Venues

We have worked at multiple venues on Loch Lomond. There are many choices that make the perfect venue for all sorts of events. Here are a selection of venues and links to their websites:

Contact us about a Whisky Tasting at Loch Lomond

We would love to host a whisky tasting for you. I was Distillery Manager at Caol Ila Distillery on the Hebridean island of Islay so my tastings are as authentic as can be. Each of our bespoke tastings are designed to fit perfectly with your event whatever that may be. We are totally independent so we can serve and talk about any whiskies that either we or you like from around Scotland, and there are many fantastic drams to choose from.

If you are interested in us hosting a whisky tasting for your special event, whether it be at Loch Lomond or anywhere else in Scotland please complete the form below or contact me (David) on 07875 405 980. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Whisky Tasting Experience for your Wedding in Scotland

February 4, 2024February 8, 2024daviddistilled Leave a comment

A Whisky Tasting for your Wedding Drinks Reception in Scotland

If you are planning to have your wedding in Scotland there are many incredibly special venues to choose from including beautiful castles, country houses and fantastic hotels. We are often asked to host whisky tasting experiences in lots of different wedding venues all over Scotland.

A whisky tasting is a great way to entertain your wedding guests on the evening before your wedding or even the day after if your guests are staying for a few days.

Many of our whisky tastings in Scotland take place at pre wedding day drinks receptions especially if guests are travelling from far and wide and are staying at the venue for a few days.

About Distilled Events

We’ve worked in the whisky industry for many years and have been involved in every aspect of the Scotch whisky industry. For many years David was Distillery Manager at the largest malt whisky distillery on the West coast of Scotland, the mighty Caol Ila Distillery on the Isle of Islay. He also worked at the iconic Lagavulin Distillery where he worked alongside the Lagavulin Legend, Iain MacArthur himself.

We are totally independent and don’t work for any brands so we can present any whiskies that we, or our clients want. Our tastings are as authentic as can be as well as fun and engaging. If you ask us to host a whisky tasting at your wedding in Scotland you can be sure that we’ll keep your guests entertained.

Exclusive Whisky Tastings in Scotland

Each of our tastings are bespoke and tailored to your requirements. Often our tastings in Scottish castles and country houses are very informal. Typically we will set up in an area in the venue and we’ll engage with guests individually or in small groups throughout the afternoon or evening, talking to them about all things Scotch whisky and serving them with a few drams from around Scotland.

We provide everything needed for the tasting including the glassware and the whiskies. Your whisky tasting will be hosted by David Wood.

Venues Where We Have Recently Hosted Whisky Tastings at Weddings in Scotland

Here are some examples of venues where we have hosted whisky tasting experiences at weddings in Scotland and others that we would very much recommend:

Rossdhu House at Loch Lomond Golf Club. Rossdhu House, Luss by Alexandria, Dunbartonshire, Scotland. G83 8NT. Telephone: 01436 655 555 email: info@lochlomond.com
Dundas Castle. South Queensferry, Edinburgh, Scotland. EH30 9SP. Telephone: 0131 319 2039
Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club. Kirknewton, Edinburgh, Scotland. EH27 8EB. Telephone: 0131 333 1845
Glenapp Castle. Ballantrae, Ayrshire, Scotland. KA26 0NZ. Telephone: 01465 831 000 email: info@glenappcastle.com
Drumtochty Castle. Auchenblae, Scotland. AB30 1TP. Telephone: 01561 320 169 email: nikki@drumtochtycastle.com
Dalvey House. Forres, Moray, Scotland. IV36 2SP. Telephone: 01309 673 940 email: info@dalveyhouse.com

Contact Us!

If you would like more information about our whisky tastings in Scotland please call David on 07875 405 980 or complete the contact form below and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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Whisky and Chocolate Tastings

October 2, 2023January 30, 2024daviddistilled Leave a comment

Whisky and Chocolate Pairings for your Private Party or Corporate Event

If you are looking for something completely different for your special party or corporate event a whisky and chocolate tasting is the perfect addition to entertain your guests.

Wherever you are in the UK, or even further afield, at home, at the office or at your venue or conference, we’ll come to you.

Whisky and Chocolate Pairings with Handmade Chocolates from The Highland Chocolatier

Pairing great single malts with beautiful handmade chocolates is a fantastic way of introducing people who haven’t yet began their Scotch whisky journey.

This tasting works really well where guests within the party are a mixture of guests who already seasoned whisky enthusiasts but also for those who haven’t experienced the amber nectar before.

Whisky and Chocolate Pairing

During these very special tastings we serve classic single malt whiskies with beautiful handmade chocolates from The Highland Chocolatier in Pitlochry in the Scottish Highlands. These chocolates have been specially prepared to pair perfectly with specific single malt whiskies.

A sit down tutored tasting usually lasts around 90 minutes to 2 hours but we can tailor it to work with the timings of your event. We can also offer this tasting on a very informal basis and works well as an add on to your event whether it be at a drinks reception or on a conference stand. It is a great way to engage with and entertain your clients whilst they network.

We provide everything needed for the whisky and chocolate tasting including:

Whisky industry expert as host
Range of single malt Scotch whiskies
Chocolates to pair with each whisky
All glassware
Still spring water if required

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If you would like more information about our tastings or if you would like to check availability please call David on 07875 405 980 or complete the form below and we will get to you within 24 hours.

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Whisky Tasting Aboard The Silver Dolphin, Loch Lomond

September 13, 2022January 30, 2024daviddistilled Leave a comment

Corporate Whisky and Chocolate Pairing in Scotland

We were delighted to be asked to host a whisky and chocolate pairing by a Glasgow company who were looking after a group of 50 guests in the Loch Lomond area, keeping them entertained with lots of different activities in the hills and glens of the southern Highlands.

The Silver Dolphin

The whisky and chocolate pairing took place on board The Silver Dolphin which is a cruiser operated by Sweeney’s Cruise Company. I arrived at the ferry landing at Balloch in plenty of time to set up my glasses and pour the drams before we set off to collect our guests from Cameron House on the shores of Loch Lomond.

Whisky and Chocolate Pairing

During the tasting our guests enjoyed 3 single malt Scotch whiskies perfectly paired with 3 beautiful handmade chocolates from The Highland Chocolatier in Grandtully, a small village that sits between Aberfeldy and Pitlochry in the Highlands. Each of the chocolates were created by Ian Burnett to pair specifically with each whisky. Here are the pairings that we decided to show:

Auchentoshan 12 year old Lowland single malt whisky – Orange with a hint of clove velvet truffle

Bunnahabhain 12 year old Islay single malt whisky – Espresso velvet truffle

Caol Ila 12 year old Islay single malt whisky – Lemongrass and lime velvet praline

Whisky Tasting in Scotland

If you would like us to host a whisky tasting in Scotland for your corporate event or private party please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Each of our tastings are bespoke and are created to work perfectly with our client’s itineraries.

If you would like more information or if you would like to check availability please give David a call on 07875 405 980 or complete the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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