It was so good last year, that we returned for World Whisky day at Black Gate Distillery in Mendooran again. We most certainly will also be back next year. Mendooran where is that? Head over the mountains, though Capertree and Crafty's Distillery, via Mudgee for a coffee, through Dunny Doo for a top pie shop … Continue reading World Whisky Day at Black Gate Distillery
Austalia has received world wide recognition for producing quality whiskies. There is also a notable community of Australians enjoying the magic of this incredibly complex distilled elixir. Through this community we have met an aspiring and inspiring individual affectionately known as Crafty. Well known within the Australian whisky scene and well recognised by his trademark … Continue reading Whisky trail western NSW, visit Craft Works distillery
Meatstock is held annually around the country and pays homage to all things meat and BBQ. The Sydney event was held at Sydney Olympic Park, which was well suited to this epic meat and BBQ festival. There were many purveyors of top produce, including meat, sauces, rubs and much more. There was also plenty of … Continue reading Meatstock
Back to one of our favourite bars, but this time it's primarily for a feed. Mjolner is hidden downstairs off the busy Cleveland St Surry Hills, the only thing that gives it away is the 18+ sign out front. Mjolner is a Viking themed bar and restaurant. When we say viking themed, it's not a … Continue reading Be a viking @ Mjolner
The plaza premium First class lounge at Hong Kong International airport is a new addition. For access, it costs 700 HKD and they give you a little takeaway thermos to keep as your momento. We happened to be passing through on opening day and there was a special deal on until October 5. We are … Continue reading One of the best airport lounges – Plaza Premium First Class, Hong Kong
Maker's Mark and its seal of quality are famous the world over. A family business specialising in Bourbon, a type of whiskey from the US and are proud of the artisan skills that go into making the product and the brand. Kurt is a huge whiskey (whisky) fan and with it being Kurt's drink of choice, … Continue reading Handcrafted using 4 ‘W’s’ @ Makers Mark
Just what Sydney always needed, and a viking whisky bar come restaurant appears. Mjolner is one of the coolest openings of 2017. Situated on Cleveland St on the border of Surry Hills and Redfern, the bar is a little hard to find. Keep an eye out for the over 18 sign. Walk down some stairs … Continue reading A Viking restaurant @Mjolner
We returned to one of our favourite Sydney venues: The Oaks for an event called 'whisky of the world. This event combined two of our favourite things, whisky and cheese. It was another well run event by Amy along with the staff of The Oaks and was hosted by Suntory, Beam, CCA Brand ambassador Michael Nouri. After … Continue reading Whisky of the World @The Oaks
