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This isn’t just a tasting; it’s an audience with a master. Kick off ScotFest 2026 with a high-energy social hosted by the man who revolutionized Canadian craft distilling. With over 30-years of global expertise and a PhD in fermentation, Dr. Graeme Macaloney brings a legendary flare and deep-rooted passion to every glass he pours.
With Macaloney’s Whisky in hand, engage directly with Graeme as he shares the stories behind his "World’s Best" winners. Paired with authentic savory appetizers from The British Store, this is the ultimate VIP launch for the weekend.
Day tickets offer entry to the site on Saturday June 20, 2026 from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm.ScotFestBC: The 129th British Columbia Highland Games.Piping, drumming, pipe band, highland dancing and heavy event competitions. Plus live Celtic music, dancing all day, food and merchandise vendors.
Shop Hands-Free All Day! We want you to enjoy the Highland Games without being weighed down by your discoveries. The Bottle Valet is available for all unopened alcohol purchased on-site, whether from the Macaloney Pop-Up or the JAK’S Shop.
Host: Duncan Polson, Macaloney’s Whisky Ambassador
Forget everything you know about "standard" maturation. Macaloney’s Duncan Polson leads this fascinating exploration into the vanguard of spirit science. This session focuses on Macaloney’s boundary-pushing Single Cask and Small Batch experiments—where the wood does the talking. This is a masterclass showcasing how non-traditional barrels are being used to create the most complex whiskies ever produced on the West Coast.
Enjoy Five premium pours.
Host: Diageo Ambassador (TBA)
A pilgrimage to the "Queen of the Hebrides." Explore the peated icons of this rugged island. This session dives into the maritime smoke, seaweed, and brine notes that have made Islay the most famous whisky region in the world. A must-attend for those who worship a powerful "smoke and salt" profile.
Host: Beam Suntory Ambassador.This session dives into the sophisticated world of Highland single malts. Explore the nuanced, honeyed, and occasionally spicy profiles that define northern craftsmanship. From floral delicacies to rich, structured oak, this class highlights the refined legacy and diverse character of Scotland’s most expansive whisky region.Enjoy Five premium pours.
(*Please note: This class is still being confirmed. Premium whiskies TBA.)
Host: Diageo Ambassador
An Elevated Journey Through Scotland. Our "Premium" session for the curious palate. This class is designed for those who want to go beyond the basics and understand the incredible diversity of Scotch whisky in one sitting.Enjoy five premium whiskies.
Smoke, Sea, and Terroir. This is the ultimate session for the smoke-lover who thinks they’ve tasted it all. While the world looks to the mossy bogs of Islay, Macaloney’s has spent years perfecting a purely North American peated profile that is as bold as the Pacific spirit. Join Duncan Polson for a masterclass in The Peat Project—a technical and sensory journey into the most unique smoke-infusion process in the industry.* Following this class, you'll have time to make it to the Lew Ross Field for the finale' "Massed Pipe Bands", followed by The Barra MacNeil's in the Big Tent.
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