Backpacker Accommodation Near Whisky Live Festival
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Nearby Attractions & Landmarks: Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Long Street, Two Oceans Marathon, South African Museum and Planetarium, Koopmans-de Wet House, Two Oceans Aquarium, Langa Township, Heart of Cape Town Museum, Noon Gun, Lions Head, Chavonnes Battery Museum, Castle of Good Hope, Newlands Brewery, Newlands Stadium, District Six Museum, The Company's Garden, Greenmarket Square, Holocaust Centre, Rhodes Memorial, South African National Gallery , Orange Kloof, Blue Train, Long Street Baths, Signal Hill, St George's Cathedral, V&A Waterfront, Bayside Mall
Whisky Live Festival Reviews
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Peaty, feinty and sulphury are just some of the words used to describe the aroma and taste from that most sophisticated of drinks, the fabulous whisky. And to celebrate its golden pureness, the Whisky Live Festival is held in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town once a year and the 3-day event treats ticket holders to a host of whisky tastings from all major distillers.
Experienced whisky drinkers use the three senses; sight, smell and taste to assess the product and from this, can determine much of the whisky’s characteristics.
First to appeal to the whisky connoisseur is the colour of the liquid which ranges from clear to a dark coffee. The colour is an indication of the length of maturity and the media in which it is matured. For instance, a rich golden hue generally implies that the whisky is oak-matured.
The second sense is smell, to test the aroma for character and quality. It’s... Show more
About Backpacker
For those who are a little adventurous and enjoy the company of other travellers, you can decide to stay at a Backpackers. Often having to share a room with others as well as costs, it is incredibly inexpensive. Often the best choice for those who may be just passing through or will be occupied for the majority of their day. It comes with the most basic amenities and is often formed as part of a bar or similar establishment. Not recommended for those who want privacy, this is best suited for those who wouldn’t mind meeting various other interesting travellers.