In a nostalgic nod to the golden age of cinema, revered Scottish distillery The Glendronach is putting an indulgent twist on the classic movie night this November, exclusive to Palace Cinema Como in Melbourne’s South Yarra. A limited edition whisky meets film experience pairs rare single malts with cinematic storytelling and reimagined cinema snacks, running exclusively at Palace Cinema Como from Wednesday 12 to Friday 14 November.
The event invites guests to enjoy films inspired by The Glendronach’s most celebrated expressions – complete with in-seat whisky butler service, caviar-topped popcorn, and a $2,000 whisky tasting to close the evening.
Curated by renowned film critic Zak Hepburn, each screening is designed to reflect the character and depth of the whisky it accompanies.
The series opens with The Great Gatsby alongside The Glendronach 12-Year-Old, a pairing that celebrates indulgence and nostalgia. It’s followed by Y Tu Mamá También with the 15-Year-Old, echoing its Spanish sherry-cask warmth and sensual complexity. Finally, The Godfather with the 18-Year-Old, mirroring the whisky’s balance of power, patience and legacy.
Priced at $50 – equivalent to a Palace Platinum screening – each screening offers a truly elevated journey through film and flavour. Guests will start with a guided tasting of The Glendronach’s featured single malt alongside a rare release from the Master’s Anthology Series, followed by a bespoke cocktail served to their seat by a dedicated whisky butler.
Classic cinema fare is elevated through a gourmet lens, featuring Yarra Valley caviar-topped popcorn and Spanish charcuterie paying homage to the distillery’s famed Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks.
The evening then concludes with a sweet treat and a surprise pour of an unreleased Glendronach whisky valued at $2,000, ensuring a finale worthy of the silver screen.
Of his approach to selecting each film to perfectly pair with The Glendronach’s single malts, curator, Zak Hepburn said:
“Pairing film and whisky is about more than flavour; it’s about emotion, atmosphere and storytelling. Each Glendronach expression evokes a distinct mood – from bold and brooding to rich and nostalgic – inviting guests to experience cinema and whisky in a completely new way.”
Stuart Reeves, The Glendronach Brand Manager, Brown-Forman, added:
“At The Glendronach, we’ve always believed great whisky tells a story – rich, layered and deeply evocative. This partnership brings that philosophy to life in an entirely new form. It’s not Gold Class; it’s a masterclass in craftsmanship – cinema, served neat.”
Tickets include:
A bespoke whisky-and-film pairing, featuring one of The Glendronach’s signature single malts.
A pre-film tasting, led by The Glendronach, featuring the hero whisky of the evening alongside a rare pour from the Master’s Anthology Series.
An in-seat whisky cocktail crafted with the featured expression, served by a dedicated whisky butler.
Yarra Valley Caviar-topped popcorn and Spanish charcuterie, inspired by The Glendronach’s famed Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks.
A sweet treat and a surprise pour of an unreleased $2,000 whisky to conclude the night.
Film and Whisky Pairings:
Wednesday 12 November – The Glendronach 12-Year-Old x The Great Gatsby (2013)
Coincidentally released 12 years ago, this lavish reimagining of Fitzgerald’s classic is an ode to opulence. The film is a perfect match for the 12-Year-Old’s decadent notes of chocolate praline, gingerbread and sun-dried raisin. Both the whisky and the film celebrate indulgence and nostalgia, tipping a hat to the past while embracing the modern age of luxury.
Thursday 13 November – The Glendronach 15-Year-Old x Y Tu Mamá También (2001)
Acknowledging The Glendronach’s Spanish Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucía, this coming-of-age masterpiece from Alfonso Cuarón captures the same warmth and complexity as the 15-Year-Old’s layers of maraschino cherry, honeyed fig and dark chocolate mint. Both are bold, sensual and unafraid to linger on life’s most intoxicating moments.
Friday 14 November – The Glendronach 18-Year-Old x The Godfather (1972)
Dark, complex and enduringly powerful, The Godfather mirrors the 18-Year-Old’s balance of sweetness and spice – rich notes of fudge, fruit compote and toasted walnut that echo the film’s themes of legacy, loyalty and quiet ambition. Both reward patience, reflection and appreciation for craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Guests are invited to arrive from 6:30pm for a guided pre-film whisky tasting. Screenings commencing at 7:00pm each evening.
The Glendronach Whisky-Meets-Film Experience runs at Palace Cinema Como from 12 – 14 November 2025. The Como Centre, Level 1/299 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141.
Tickets are available here.
Website: https://www.glendronachdistillery.com/most-luxurious-cinema/
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/theglendronachofficial/ and https://www.instagram.com/palacecinemas/
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