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Past Events
Simply Whisky pride themselves on the high quality of their events and their attention to detail. Some of our recent events and the kind words our clients and Whisky Library club members have had to say are listed below.
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In home whisky tasting and cocktail birthday celebration. Invitees were treated to a range of single malts which were then re-imagined in cocktails created on the night by Simply Whisky's mixologist. A choice of tunes heightended the sensory experience followed by dancing and a trip aboard the unique Simply Whisky Transportation Device |
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Tasting evening for Citi bank to introduce staff to the wonders of whisky from each of the Scottish regions. Simply Whisky sourced and selected the venue, canapes and designed whisky tasting placemats while also presenting a series of fun facts and distillation science for the full appreciation of the water of life |
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After dinner single malt whisky tasting and networking event at the prestigious Circolo Bonania Club in Bologna, Italy for F&L, the European Freight and Logistics Leaders Forum. Delegates from over 90 companies were in attendance representing 15 different European nationalities |
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Simply Whisky Cocktail Extravaganza in collaboration with Stuart Fritz of LAB Bar (London Academy of Bartenders), Colin Dunn, Global Brand Ambassador for Diageo and Erik Lorincz, head bartender of the Savoy Hotel's American Bar. The sold out event featured three sensational single malt whiskies to taste first neat and then in a cocktail. The evening culminated in the ultimate flavour sensation as we created a cocktail containing the World’s oldest whisky, the Mortlach 70 Year Old / 1938 |
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Annual evening of whisky based entertainment in Gothenburg, Sweden. The tasting included whisky that has been in the bottle for over 100 years, the unique Simply Whisky Lowland Transportation Device, Sir Ernest Shackleton's Mackinlay's Rare Old Highland malt, a Japanese taiko drumming performance, whisky from lost distillery St Magdalane, a rock'n'roll band, the whisky lottery and an auction that raised 1300 SEK for a local children's charity. |
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In store whisky tasting event for designer clothing brand Core Spirit at their flagship store on New Bond Street, London in celebration of the 2011 Vogue Fashion Night Out. Visitors enjoyed the spectacle of live models in the windows, an in-store catwalk, pro make-up artists and hair stylists, and a contemporary introduction to whisky…who says whisky is an old man's drink? |
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Five customised whisky tasting events for delegates of the COUP conference at St Andrews University. Visitors to the VWR UK stand were treated to a laboratory style tasting with beakers and test tubes of fruity, sweet, salty and smokey whiskies paired with cheese and chocolate for a flavour sensation. A mock putting green re-created the final hole of The Old Course. |
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Whisky based entertainment for media and customers at a press launch Genuine PR produced for Howie Nicholsby of 21st Century Kilts in London to launch his new ready to wear collection and website. Assisted with marketing campaign for the client through the use of our own channels. |
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Whisky tasting event for The Whisky Exchange at Vinopolis, London Bridge featuring 7 sensational whiskies (a selection of grain, malt and bourbon from Scotland, Japan and the US), rocking bagpipes and drums, multimedia presentation, party poppers, a visit from a Reverend, and a chocolate pairing with a heavily sherried Macallan. |
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Tailored evening of corporate entertainment for global staff of biotechnology company United Therapeutics encompassing a bagpipe welcome, whisky tasting, whisky quiz and Scottish dinner for which specific whiskies were selected to match the main course and dessert. |
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Burns Supper Celebration with drums, pipes and celidh dancing in the Nash Conservatory at Kew Gardens for e-learning and corporate identity specialists Front Page Design. |
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Simply Whisky bagpipe and drum musical performance for guests. |
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The Simply Whisky team returned to Sweden for a 3rd year in a row to host our biggest event yet, a whisky cocktail masterclass and whisky tasting in Gothenburg's unique Skansen Lejonet castle. Skal! |
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Customised whisky tasting event to the rousing sound of live bagpipes for JCDecaux Airport, the World's leading airport advertising company, in central London venue. |
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Very special Simply Whisky Library Club event for our valued members - Are Simply Whisky and Iberica London the 1st to successfully match Spanish Tapas with Scottish Single Malt Whisky? |
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Supplied expert knowledge and rousing anecdotes for a whisky tasting networking event for over 120 members of the China-Britain Business Council in top central London venue. 3 separate whisky flights were prepared to cater for a variety of tastes. |
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Private whisky tasting masterclass for a group interested in the effect the wood finish has on the taste of whisky. The whiskies featured were matured in american white oak ex-bourbon, spanish oak ex-sherry oloroso and limousin french oak ex-cognac casks. |
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5 x masters of ceremony for Albannach restaurant and whisky bar Burns Supper Celebration in Trafalgar Square, London, hosting 100-140 people each time. Entertainment included a passionate address to the haggis, readings of 'To A Mouse' and 'Tam O Shanter', live renditions of Burns songs 'Scots Wha Hae' and 'Red Red Rose', a drum and pipe band, Burns Idol and celidh dancing. |
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Special Burns Supper Celebration for Dinner Dates and their 40 guests in central London restaurant. |
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Whisky tasting and learning experience in London art gallery for 1 lucky auction winner and 4 guests in support of Borderline - charity for homeless Scots in London. |
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Launch night of the Simply Whisky Library Club in secret central London location known only to members. |
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Top quality evening of Scottish Entertainment in Gothenburg's unique Skansen Lejonet castle featuring 3 course feast, live pipes and drums, connoisseur's whisky range and whirlwind traditional ceilidh dancing. |
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Whisky Cocktail Masterclass in partnership with Monkey Shoulder whisky to celebrate Banking Technology magazine's 25th Birthday party in the tropical surrounding of London's Barbican conservatory. |
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Private whisky tasting event for publishing company Informa in the surrounds of a contemporary Scottish art exhibition in London off Trafalgar Square. |
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Special tasting of rare first release whisky in Gothenburg, Sweden for panel of 30 local businesses. |
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Tasting experience for the band MGMT (Management) at London Kentish Town Forum after showparty. |
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Whisky tasting experience in Soho's Groucho Club for London's top financial journalists (including BBC and FT). |
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Promotional event for Scottish Enterprise in Glasgow, Scotland during the NAPF conference - leading voice of workplace pensions in the UK. |
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A pre-Wedding whisky tasting for a German couple and their 70 guests in St Andrews, Scotland. |
Testimonials
The sweetest sound of all is praise, here are some kind words from our valued clients and Whisky Library club members.
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"Thanks for organising a great tasting last night - it was very enjoyable, entertaining and informative - I really enjoyed it." "Thanks for a great evening gents, lots of good feedback from our members already on what a great evening they had." James Small and Hugh Stirling Citi |
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"We hired Simply Whisky to do a whisky tasting for members of a major european transport forum and were delighted with their amusing and entertaining event which complemented our gala dinner perfectly." Audrey Macnab, Secretariat The European Freight and Logistics Leaders Forum |
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"The guys from Simply Whisky certainly caused a stir at our stand and there was a severe case of other exhibitors being envious of the crowd we were attracting. Both Simon and Franchi were great at attracting the crowds, having fun and giving our customers a really great memorable experience- Thanks!" Dr Becky Nuttell, Business Development Manager VWR UK |
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"Simply Whisky provided a fun atmosphere and entertained media and customers throughout a programmed event we produced in London for Howie Nicholsby of 21st Century Kilts to launch his new ready to wear collection and website. They worked flawlessly with us and the team at the venue, bringing a unique experience and lively atmosphere to the process, and also worked proactively as an integrated part of the wider marketing campaign for our client through their own channels offering huge added value." Chris Hunt, Director Genuine PR |
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"Simon and Franchi were fantastic, filling the room with all the drums and drama you could want from a tour through the world of whisky. They easily dispelled the notion of whisky as an old man's drink with a rock 'n roll sensibility that bordered on punk at times, and incited a religious fervour in the room with their enthusiasm and knowledge. These boys are dangerous (in a good way)." Alex Huskinson "I attended the whisky tasting at Vinopolis and would just like to say what a great whisky tasting experience it was. Perfectly pitched in terms of audience, very funny and educational, plus some great whiskies. Hopefully, you’ll be at Vinopolis again later this year in which case I’ll be there" |
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"Simon and Franchi know how to put on a great show. They know how to pitch and pace the proceedings perfectly. They know how to create a sense of gleeful drama. They know how to perform with passion. In short, they know their Burns—and they do him proud. Slainté!" Felicity Johnson, Director Front Page Design |
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"Simon and Franchi really made our client evening a huge success. Their knowledge is exceptional, and their enthusiasm infectious. Our guests warmed to them immediately and thoroughly enjoyed themselves as a result – even the ones who professed to be non-whisky drinkers! A great blend of education and entertainment. I would recommend them to anyone." Steve Cox, Marketing Director JCDecaux Airport |
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"We used Simply Whisky to provide a whisky tasting theme for an informal business networking event organised for UK and Chinese business members of the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC). Over 150 guests from business and government attended and were treated throughout the evening to expert knowledge and rousing anecdotes from Simply Whisky’s qualified connoisseurs. As knowledgeable as they were entertaining, Simon and Franchi helped create a fantastic atmosphere that added a unique and memorable dimension to the event. Guests, regardless of their own whisky knowledge, found them highly amusing and easily accessible. I would strongly recommend anyone wanting to add an alternative and charismatic theme to any event to try out the boys at Simply Whisky!" Henry Bott, Business Development Executive China-Britain Business Council |
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"Simon and Franchi are a truly entertaining duo who filled the evening with laughter, stories and of course, our glasses! They are both very professional throughout the tasting and impressively attentive to our needs and sensitivities. The whisky selection was well suited and we had the opportunity to taste some of the finest whiskies imaginable. We pass our gratitude and would certainly have them back." Tasmyn Strick Votive Communications Ltd |
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“It was a really entertaining presentation by you and your partner.” Robina Dam Editor, bmi Voyager |
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“Thanks for an enjoyable and entertaining evening. My colleagues and I had a great time sampling such fine Scottish whisky, finding out about the drink itself and listening to your poetry reading.” Fay Sanders International editor, IR magazine |
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"Just a note of thanks to all involved in last nights event - the organisation, venue and content was spot on. Thanks again.” Jim Watson Director of business growth and learning, Scottish Enterprise |
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"It was one of the best ideas to have Simply Whisky host their cocktail master class at our party. The experience enhanced our event tremendously and helped to make the evening more memorable than just the usual "drinks and canapes". The audience participation in mixing cocktails went down well with our guests and the feedback has been great. Thanks for helping to make our party a huge success and for convincing me that whisky is not just for old men!” Samantha Graham Head of Events and Awards, Informa/Banking Technology Magazine |
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Thanks for such a great evening, Evan and I really enjoyed ourselves! Kylie and Evan Whisky Library Club Members Nice work, really had a great time!! Really!! Amanda Whisky Library Club Member |
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We all had a most wonderful evening in your company and under your expert tutelage. We all learnt a lot but more importantly you gave us a most convivial and entertaining evening with an excellent range of malts and super toasts and recitations! It was just brilliant! Alan Mackie Borderline |
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Our Burns Night was fantastic! Thank you once again! Sonia Buffon Events Manager, Albannach |