Down from the rugged Highlands and up from the depths of the Pacific, two beverage producers celebrated for their equally impressive crafts kick off the 2018 “By The Barrel” series under the stars at Estancia La Jolla. Sample unlimited Macallan single malt whiskies and barrel-aged beers from Ballast Point, enjoy live music by Highland Way, and pick your favorite pairing during a hearty family-style dinner where courses are paired with both scotch and beer. Sip and speak with chief ambassadors during the welcome reception: James Murray, Ballast Point VP of Brewing, Steve Anderson, Ballast Point Director of Barrel Aging, and Kieron Elliot of Macallan.
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RECEPTION
Tray-Passed Hors d'Oeuvres
Macallan 12 Year Sherry Cask
Macallan 12 Year Double Barrel Cask
Ballast Point Sculpin IPA
Ballast Point High West Barrel-Aged Victory at Sea
DINNER
Coffee-Chipotle Seared Buffalo Carpaccio
Wild Arugula, Jicama, Shaved Manchego, Arbequina Olive Oil, Ciabatta Chip
Juniper Berry-Crusted Venison Loin
Roasted Baby Carrots, Yellow Turnips, Cippolini, Baby Watercress, Blueberry-Blackberry Demi Sauce
Smoke Roasted Muscovy Duck Breast
Wild Rice Cake, Ballast Point Sculpin-Braised Vegetable Medley, Blood Orange Sauce, Five Spice Gastrique
Wild Boar Shoulder & Three Bean Casserole
Braised with Ballast Point Barrel-Aged Victory at Sea, Aromatic Vegetables, Lacinato Kale, Wild Boar Bacon, Rosemary
Macallan 18 Year Fine Oak
Macallan 18 Year Sherry Cask
Ballast Point Piper Down Scottish Ale
Ballast Point Gin Barrel-Aged Blackberry Sour Wench
DESSERT
Macallan 18 Year Sherry Cask Caramel-Apple Cobbler
Marcona Almond Streusel
White Chocolate Mousse
Shortbread, Mixed Berry Compote
Tipsy Laird Trifle
Layers of Fresh Raspberries, Custard, Macallan 12 Year Sherry Cask Soaked Cake
Victory at Sea Chocolate Truffles
Belgian Chocolate Infused With High Whiskey Barrel-Aged Victory at Sea
Macallan Edition No. 3
Ballast Point Peanut Butter Victory at Sea