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HOW TO DRINK AUSTRALIAN SINGLE MALT WHISKY Part 1 – The Glass

HOW TO DRINK AUSTRALIAN SINGLE MALT WHISKY Part 1 – The Glass

The start of your love affair with Single Malt Whisky - Getting into Single Malt Whisky can be daunting if you don't know where to start! The following series of short articles are designed to empower you with enough non-biased information to begin your journey into...

Whisky and Wisdom, by Andrew Derbidge

Whisky and Wisdom, by Andrew Derbidge

Whisky and Wisdom, by Andrew Derbidge Chief’s Son has released their 2021 Distiller’s Select release. Matured in French Oak ex-Apera casks (some of the earliest filled by the distillery), it’s a special drop that seriously delivers. My personal thoughts as follows….....

Gospel Straight Rye & Chief’s Son Distillery

Gospel Straight Rye & Chief’s Son Distillery

Read this great write up by Throsten @scenepointblank he will have you salivating for a taste of our whiskies Sweet Peat 60% - "At cask strength, things are elevated to new heights with berry, cherry and plum aromas and the most subtle hint of delicious smokiness."...

Looking down the barrel – Melbourne Whisky Week cheers the local drop

Looking down the barrel – Melbourne Whisky Week cheers the local drop

Looking down the barrel - Melbourne Whisky Week cheers the local drop - Sunday Age 15 Aug Unfortunately Covid has yet again caused another event to be cancelled. However have a read about some of the best distilleries Melbourne has to offer and put them on your post...

Australian whisky 101 – Local distillers shake things up

Australian whisky 101 – Local distillers shake things up

Good Food | Australia's home of the Hats The world of whisky can be daunting, but don't let that put you off. Buckle up and give these bold Australian spirits a whirl. Whisky has long been the spirit of choice for deep-thinkers and world leaders. Writer Mark Twain...

Brisbane Tasting event with Zac McHardy

Brisbane Tasting event with Zac McHardy

Located in Brisbane - no need to miss out on Chiefs Son get along to Mr Henderson in Sandgate on either Thurs 10th June or  Thur 17th June tickets through Eventbrite. 'We will be trying 6 different whisky's at this event. From the standard to 2 limited (now sold out)...

You Magnificent Son of a Chief

You Magnificent Son of a Chief

https://somewhiskybloke.com/2021/05/05/you-magnificent-son-of-a-chief-chiefs-son-900-standard/ ...."Straight into the nose and it’s a desert buffet, redskins and raspberry liqourice dissolving as they drop into a river of melted milk chocolate. boiled cherries come...

Stay Close Go Further

Stay Close Go Further

Come down for a drink like no other Follow Grant & Bake from Jetty Road Brewery as they visit their neighbours, Bass & Flinders & us - Chiefs Son Distillery to discover the great products here on the Peninsula.  From the team at Delicious and Visit...