WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE VENUE
The True Story of Oysters and Champagne
Food and wine writers Richard Cornish and Max Allen are bringing The True Story of Oysters and Champagne to Itinerant Spirits in Ballarat on Sunday October 4.
In this lively Hungry Gentlemen show, guests will taste three different local sparkling wines and a bespoke gin cocktail while enjoying freshly shucked oysters harvested from around the Australian coast.
Between the bubbles and bivalves, Cornish and Allen will reveal the remarkable story of the immense native oyster reefs that once fringed Australia’s coastline - and how oysters became part of the extravagant dining culture of gold-rush Ballarat.
Equal parts tasting, history lesson and rollicking good yarn, The True Story of Oysters and Champagne promises an afternoon of delicious drinks, freshly shucked oysters, fascinating stories, plenty of laughs and some genuine surprises. The sellout show comes to Ballarat for one performance only.
The Line up
- Mitchell Harris
- Blue Pyrenees
- Best's Wines Great Western
- Itinerant Spirits
"We didn’t know until we started researching this show that oysters were sent all the way from Port Phillip by horse and dray, and later by steam train, to Ballarat to feed wealthy miners,” says Richard Cornish.
“And they were washing down those oysters with French champagne, chilled on ice shipped all the way from America.” adds Max Allen
"We will pouring some carefully chosen local bubbles to support this event,” says Allen.
“There could even be a tower of glasses brimming with bubbles,” adds Cornish. “Anything could happen.”
ITINERANT TRIVIA
Every Thursday!
7pm
Thursday nights are about to get a little more competitive.
Settle in with great drinks, good food and your sharpest teammates as you take on two rounds of 20 questions in the warmth of the distillery.
There is plenty worth playing for. The winner of each round will score a spritz jug for their table, while the overall winner of Round Two will walk away with a $75 Itinerant Spirits voucher.
Whether you're chasing bragging rights or simply looking for a new Thursday tradition, this is your excuse to gather the crew, grab a drink and spend an evening by the fire.
Bookings are strongly recommended to avoid disappointment, so secure your table and let The Weekly Fifty put your knowledge to the test.
WHISK(E)Y WANDERERS
An Evening with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Wednesday, Oct 7 · 7:00 pm
Join us at Itinerant Spirits for an evening of truly exceptional whisky, hosted by Matt Bailey from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society.
Guests will be welcomed with a cocktail on arrival before settling in to explore a curated tasting of four distinctive bottles from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Matt will guide guests through each whisky, sharing the stories, character, craftsmanship and selection process behind these unique drams.
Expect an evening of great whisky, good conversation and a chance to discover something new. Whether you’re a seasoned whisky enthusiast or simply curious to explore the world of Scotch, this special tasting is not to be missed.
Tickets:$39 each, which includes:
• A curated cocktail on arrival.
• A guided tasting of four SMWS whiskies.
• Matt’s extraordinary vault of whisky knowledge and charm.
Come thirsty, curious and ready to discover some seriously good whisky.
About The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is a true whisky club that hosts tastings, offers 15+ single casks each month, and offers a welcoming and relaxed club for all to be united by one thing: a love of whisky.
Since forming in 1983, SMWS has believed in doing things differently. As unconventional whisky experts they seek out whisky in its purest form, prize flavour above everything else and give each bottling a curious name. United and constant in their passion - to share the world’s best whiskies, to bring them to life, and to make members proud to belong to the world’s most colourful whisky club.
Please let us know if you would like to sit with any other attendees or have any accessibility requirements.
EXPERIENCE ITINERANT SPIRITS
Saturdays & Sundays
Explore and discover at Itinerant Spirits every weekend.
Our Spirits Explorer Session from 1pm & Cocktail Making Class from 3pm make for the perfect way to enjoy an afternoon with friends and family. Starting with a tour of our active distillery, you'll then dive into your chosen experience.
So book, taste, discover and explore. We’re excited to have you on board!
THE BOTTOMELESS LONG LUNCH
Enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless spritz carafes, fries, mezze and pizzas to share. This is a weekend lunch done properly.
$69pp for bottomless spritzes + food
$85 to add Vansetter Espresso Martinis + Vansetter Margaritas
The best lunches are the ones where you lose track of time. Gather your friends, settle in and let your Saturday and Sunday afternoons roll on.
Bookings are essential, so click the button below, choose your Saturday or Sunday and select the ‘Bottomless Long Lunch’ option to secure your spot!
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GALLIVANTER GIN
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VANSETTER VODKA
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VANSETTER COFFEE LIQUEUR
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