The Barrels of Gratitude Series recognises those who have made an impact on our whisky journey. Joining the incredible individuals highlighted so far, Graham Wright and Jose Dymenstein are two amazing characters who have provided both grounding and philosophic direction in what we are trying to achieve. Jose As an importer of quality spirits [...]
So Gareth got a message from across the miles... Can you come over… and bring whisky? Perth. Perth is apparently the most isolated capital city in the world. Perth? Just try and stop us! These barrels of gratitude are named after some incredible people in the Perth whisky scene... Nathan and Thao DeTienne It was [...]
Today in our 'Barrels of Gratitude' series we are celebrating friendships. The spirit of whisky is so much more than what is bottled. Whisky celebrates new friendships and friendships that have stood the test of time. Today these barrels are a celebration of Peter Golotta and Aly Roberts... Peter Golotta Design and construction. Photography. [...]
In our 'Barrels of Gratitude' series we are highlighting people who have made an impact on our business and also on our personal whisky journey. Today we are highlighting people closer to home. While doors were opening and new faces were becoming more familiar in Melbourne, at home in South Australia a nautical themed cocktail [...]
Gareth's very first visit to Whisky & Alement involved Luke McCarthy sneaking him in upstairs where Brian Hollingworth from Black Gate was presenting his fine single malts. Whisky & Alement have possibly the most diverse collection, and knowledgeable staff in Melbourne. This is due to the drive and philosophy of two leading bar owners in [...]
That evening with Seb Costello at Bad Frankie has always felt like a sliding door moment for us. It set in motion the meeting of many new Melbourne faces who have grown our knowledge and love of whisky. After visiting Kelvin and Yao at Elysian Whisky Bar, Gareth caught an Uber with Luke McCarthy to [...]
Launching into a new venture of any sort invokes different reactions from those around you. Some openly display doubt, others are cautionary...then there those extraordinary ones who are encouraging and inspirational. For us, Robert Schrapel from Bethany Wines has been that extraordinary person. Without him there would not have been a Fleurieu whisky. Robert [...]
