Caviar, mullet roe and Spanish ham - The art of whisky pairing

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Shop C, G/F, 49 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong
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Top-quality caviar comes from the eggs of female whales and is the ultimate enjoyment of taste. Although there are more than 70 species of whales in the world, only 12 species can be made into caviar. It is known as the “living fossil in the water” and its history can be traced back to 250 million years ago. Among them, Beluga, Oscietra and Sevruga are particularly precious, especially Beluga, which ranks first in the world’s caviar. Today, wild whales have been included in the protection list of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Fishing is strictly prohibited and this treasure can only be obtained through artificial breeding. The combination of whiskey and Iberian black pig ham (Jamón Ibérico) brings a double enjoyment of rich sweetness and fragrance. It is a combination that food lovers who like rich oiliness should not miss. The salty fragrance of mullet roe (Bottarga) and the deep flavor of whiskey are a wonderful collision of taste buds.

Course Highlights Tasting experience: Selected top-quality caviar, showing the delicate flavor of Beluga and Oscietra grades. Iberian black pig ham brings rich fat and nutty aroma. Mullet roe presents the salty and mellow taste of the ocean. Six carefully selected whiskies (covering various styles such as Sherry barrel sweetness, peat smoke, and fruity aromas) are paired with three ingredients one by one to explore the ultimate possibility of flavor fusion.

Professional decryption:

  • Caviar grading standards: the secrets of whale species, salinity and quality grades.
  • Caviar production process and tasting techniques, teach you how to savor its deliciousness.
  • Characteristics and influence of major breeding countries.
  • The aging process of Iberian ham reveals the source of its rich flavor.
  • The unique principle of mullet roe production tradition and whiskey pairing.

What to expect

Top-quality caviar comes from the eggs of female whales and is the ultimate enjoyment of taste. Although there are more than 70 species of whales in the world, only 12 species can be made into caviar. It is known as the “living fossil in the water” and its history can be traced back to 250 million years ago. Among them, Beluga, Oscietra and Sevruga are particularly precious, especially Beluga, which ranks first in the world’s caviar. Today, wild whales have been included in the protection list of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). Fishing is strictly prohibited and this treasure can only be obtained through artificial breeding. The combination of whiskey and Iberian black pig ham (Jamón Ibérico) brings a double enjoyment of rich sweetness and fragrance. It is a combination that food lovers who like rich oiliness should not miss. The salty fragrance of mullet roe (Bottarga) and the deep flavor of whiskey are a wonderful collision of taste buds.

Course Highlights Tasting experience: Selected top-quality caviar, showing the delicate flavor of Beluga and Oscietra grades. Iberian black pig ham brings rich fat and nutty aroma. Mullet roe presents the salty and mellow taste of the ocean. Six carefully selected whiskies (covering various styles such as Sherry barrel sweetness, peat smoke, and fruity aromas) are paired with three ingredients one by one to explore the ultimate possibility of flavor fusion.

Professional decryption:

  • Caviar grading standards: the secrets of whale species, salinity and quality grades.
  • Caviar production process and tasting techniques, teach you how to savor its deliciousness.
  • Characteristics and influence of major breeding countries.
  • The aging process of Iberian ham reveals the source of its rich flavor.
  • The unique principle of mullet roe production tradition and whiskey pairing.
The bar "Bar IWE" is located on Graham Street in the core area of Central. The picture shows the real scene of the street, showing the characteristics of the surrounding environment.
The bar "Bar IWE" is located on Graham Street in the core area of Central. The picture shows the real scene of the street, showing the characteristics of the surrounding environment.
The bar "Bar IWE" is located on Graham Street in the core area of Central. The picture shows the real scene of the street, showing the characteristics of the surrounding environment.
The bar "Bar IWE" is located on Graham Street in the core area of Central. The picture shows the real scene of the street, showing the characteristics of the surrounding environment.
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The picture shows a long-range shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing its overall appearance.
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The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows a close-up shot of the bar "Bar IWE", showing the details of the facade design.
The picture shows the whisky course, where students actively participated and showed high satisfaction.
The picture shows the whisky course, where students actively participated and showed high satisfaction.
The picture shows the interactive session of the course, where students had a lively exchange with our professional whisky instructor "Tiga Chan". The experience was full and the students were highly engaged, fully reflecting the teaching concept of combi
The picture shows the interactive part of the course, where students had a lively exchange with our professional whisky instructor "Tiga Chan". The experience was full and the students were highly engaged, fully reflecting the teaching concept of combinin
The picture shows the actual environment of the whisky tasting course, with complete equipment and comfortable environment.
The picture shows the actual environment of the whisky tasting course, with complete equipment and comfortable environment.
The picture shows the actual environment of the whisky tasting course, with complete equipment and comfortable environment.
The picture shows the actual environment of the whisky tasting course, with complete equipment and comfortable environment.

Good to know

To ensure the best teaching quality, the recommended number of students per class is 4-6, ensuring that every student can get sufficient guidance and interactive experience.

To ensure the quality of small class teaching and student experience, if the number of applicants on the day is less than 4, we will take the initiative to contact you and negotiate to adjust to other suitable class dates according to your convenience. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

In case of bad weather (for example: Hong Kong Observatory issues tropical cyclone warning No. 8 or above, black rainstorm warning, etc.), in order to ensure your safety, the company will decide to postpone or cancel the class on that day. We will take the initiative to contact the affected students and arrange another suitable class date. The relevant arrangements will be based on the official warning issued by the Hong Kong Observatory. Thank you for your understanding.

It is recommended that you follow Islay Whisky Experience Limited's IG @islay_whisky_experience & @bar_iwe and Xiaohongshu: WHIS8689KY (Islay Whisky Lover) before the experience to keep up to date with the latest developments!

If you have any questions, please call +852 9868 6114 or email islaywhiskyexp@gmail.com

In case of any disputes, the company reserves the right of final decision.

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