Club Wise Spring Formal sponsored by Bacardi
We welcomes Kevin Brownlee, Western Canada’s Brand Ambassador from Bacradi to our private membership event to host a 5 part whisky tasting; followed by Bob ‘The Moj’ from TSN Radio to talk business and sports
Kamiki Blended Malt Whisky - Review
Translated as ‘God’s Breath’ and named after the winds which descend from Mount Miwa in Nara, Kamiki is a modern blended whisky bound by the ancient traditions of Japan’s Kansai region. Carefully selected Japanese malt whiskies are blended with some of the finest malt whiskies from across the globe to create a smooth, deep, world blended expression. The next step sees the whisky fused with Japanese spring water and aged in Japanese wood. What kind of wood, you ask?
Introducing Glenmorangie Allta - Special Edition 10
We recently had the chance to sit down with Doctor Bill Lumsden (Glenmorangie’s long-time whisky-maker, or ‘Director of Distilling') and taste his latest private release... Private Edition No. 10, otherwise known as ALLTA, a single malt created with the wild yeast that grows on Glenmorangie’s own barley fields near the distillery. Glenmorangie Allta is described as rich and fruity, “marrying biscuit notes with hints of baking bread, mandarin orange and butter candy.”
Whisky Wisemen donates $12,000 to Backpack Buddies!
The Whisky Wisemen Society presents a cheque to 2017 beneficiary, Backpack Buddies!
YYC: An Evening with the Whisky Chef
On Thursday April 5th, 2018, Whisky Wisemen YYC collaborated with local venue The Wednesday Room to present an exclusive evening with the esteemed whisky expert Matt Jones AKA "The Whisky Chef".
Whisky Wisemen CEO, Lesley Anne Brown, selected as one of BC Business 30 Under 30
Our CEO, Lesley Anne Brown has been named a 30 under 30 by BC Business Magazine for 2018!
Loch Lomond Announces Five Year Partnership With The Open
Loch Lomond Group, the award winning independent Scotch whisky distiller, has announced its new five year partnership with the professional golf championship The Open. This partnership includes support towards the Ricoh Women’s British Open, the showcase of the full range of Loch Lomond Whiskies, and the title of ‘The Spirit of The Open’ for one of the distiller’s range of single malts.
Sixth Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival
The Sixth Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival (WOF) will be held April 11 to 14, 2018 in Sarasota, Florida. Whiskey Obsession is the largest world whiskey festival in the U.S., with four days of classes, tastings, lunch and dinner pairings, expanded bartender academy, interactive panel discussions, cigars, VIP pours, a fabulous grand tasting with hundreds of whiskies to sample, and live music street party in the heart of downtown. Dozens of distillers and professional brand ambassadors from around the world travel to Sarasota to share their knowledge and passion for these fine spirits. Tickets on sale on Friday, December 1, 2017 at www.whiskeyobsessionfestival.com. Limited sponsorship opportunities are available; contact us for info.
YYZ: TORONTO Seasons Greetings! Thanks Corby!
We are so excited to continue and grow the success that we have had in 2017 into the new year! We were able to cap off our 2017 year with some private whisky tastings as well as a special holiday cocktail mixer, all thanks to our collaborator and sponsor, Corby Spirit & Wine Ltd.
WHISKY CLASSIQUE - WISEMEN APPROVED EVENT!
The 5th Annual Whisky Classique is back! Vancouver's Whisky Festival showcased over 160 of the delicious whiskies available in BC. Come and meet Brand Ambassadors from around the globe as they educate you while you sip their delicious whiskies.
Whisky Wisemen heads to the Hiram Walker and Sons Distillery
On October 4th 2017 the Whisky Wisemen Society travelled to the JP Wisers Distillery to learn, welcome, and support the launch of the new Hiram Walker and Sons Distillery.
Grouped together with fellow Influencers, media, as well as food & beverage; our journey through the Distillery highlighted the history of the JP Wisers brand as well as the intimacy and care that is put into building their products. Brought together on J.P. Wiser's birthday, our day included meeting the team behind the brand as well as a private tour of the public tours opening this fall.
YYC: Whisky Wisemen and Calgary Stampede
On July 13th our Whisky Wisemen YYC Chapter partnered with several sponsors to host a hugely successful private Stampede event in support of the local charity Brown Bagging for Calgary's Kids Society (BB4CK). The event was hosted on the extensive rooftop patio of ONE18 Empire Restaurant & Whisky Bar in downtown Calgary and was attended by approximately 600 individuals representing clients, friends and family of sponsors including Calgary Jewellery, Mercedes Benz, Oris Watches and National Bank of Canada.
Lucas McCann w/Whisky Wisemen Society goes to the British Open
This year the Whisky Wisemen Society took its next step towards one of its objectives, to create a sustainable fundraising model. On July 13th 2017 we hosted our very first inaugural golf tournament at the beautiful University Golf Club. This was a very special years for us as our Presenting sponsor, Glenmorangie, gifted us an incredible prize; flight, accommodation, and ticket to the opening of the British Open.
YYZ: Whisky Wisemen Launch a huge success!
What a truly remarkable kick-off event! There were so many individuals that helped bring this together, but it would not have been possible without our sponsors, INDOCHINO, Original Grain and Glenmorangie! INDOCHINO andOriginal Grain provided amazing prizes that three lucky individuals got to go home with and Glenmorangie provided the tasty whisky that people bonded over! Lastly, we would like to thank SIPBAR for creating and providing the libations for the evening!
WHISKY WISEMEN HEADS TO IRELAND FOR ST. PADDY'S DAY
Thanks to our Wise Friends at the Jameson Distiller, the Whisky Wisemen will be heading to Ireland for St. Paddy’s Day celebrations!From St. Patrick’s cathedral, to Smithfield’s Safari, to the Jameson celebrations, Jameson has packed our 3 day visit with whiskey and love.
The Fifth Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival will be held from March 29 to April 1, 2017 in Sarasota, Florida.
The Fifth Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival will be held from March 29 to April 1, 2017 in Sarasota, Florida. Whiskey Obsession is the largest world whiskey festival in the U.S., with twenty events over four days: classes, tastings, lunch and dinner pairings, panel discussion, cigars, VIP pours, live music street party, and grand tasting with 250 whiskies from six countries.
WW x ESTBLSH - The Perfect Combination
Tie, socks, square - the trifecta of men's modern style - the difference between what makes or breaks your look and your night out!Take the guess work out of your wardrobe and let our good friends over at ESTBLSH sort you out. They are Canada's newest and hottest men's style box subscription service and the WW have partnered with them for the entire month of December! Every month they offer a curated collection of men's accessories. Each item is handpicked and carefully considered.
Every box is a one-time, limited release - especially this one!
YVR - Club Wise 2nd Annual Gala @ The Permanent - 11.19.2016
WOW! What a night! We started Club Wise two years ago and from the very first day we have built such a unique and passionate community full of members who love whisky and love the concept of #dogood and #bebetter. Our members really do live this ideology every single day and our Club Wise is just one vehicle where they are able to prove that their mission in life is to better themselves and pursue their dreams while still taking time to give back to their communities.
YYC - September Third Thursday @ One 18 Empire
On Thursday, September 15th, our YYC Chapter hosted their 15th monthly Third Thursday event and took advantage of some late-summer warmth with a huge celebration on one of Calgary’s best situated rooftop patios! The event proved to be a huge success with representation from all areas of the community thanks to the generous efforts of the Calgary team and their partner venue, ONE18 EMPIRE.
YVR - Club Wise, Now Accepting New Members for 2017
Club Wise aspires to be a multidimensional organization bringing together driven young professionals seeking to grow both personally and professionally. The vision of Club Wise is simple; promoting personal and professional growth and donating our time and proceeds to local charities, all united by a love of whisky.