Due to Washington State liquor control laws, this fund-raising event is not open to the general public, but is by invitation only. If you would like to find out more about the invitation list, please contact Skye Richendrfer directly or call 360-416-4934. This program is a fundraising activity for the Celtic Arts Foundation, and features a traditional Scottish meal, and an incredible selection of fine Scotch Whiskies.

For centuries Scottish families (clans) have distilled whisky in much the same manner. The word whisky itself comes from the ancient Gaelic "Uisge Breatha" meaning the "water of life." The carefully guarded distilling procedures have been passed from one generation to the next, and to this day the methods and ingredients remain much the same. Barley, water and peat are used to create the "pot-still" or unblended Scotch whisky.

There are four distinct types or groupings of "single malt" or "unblended" Scotches: Highland malts, Lowland malts, Islay malts, and Speyside malts. The various flavors are geographically specific and quite distinguishable one from the next. At this event, several whiskies will be tasted from all of these regions, and you'll learn about tasting techniques, the distilling process, and even something about the history and geography of Scotland!

From out of town? Please consider staying overnight at the Best Western CottonTree Inn. Special discount rates of approximately 20% are being provided for guests attending the Scotch-tasting. Please contact them directly: http://www.bwcottontreeinn.com/mtvernon and make sure to tell them you get the Scotch-tasting discount!

We especially appreciate the generous informational and educational support provided by US Concepts LLC, agents for Diageo North America.

For more information about fine malt whiskies, check out these websites:

www.scotch-whisky.org.uk
www.scotchwhisky.com
www.scotchwhisky.net