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International ticket rush for Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
Dram lovers from all over the world will be descending on Scotland this May, as the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival celebrates soaring sales. A total of 116 events sold out in first 24 hours with ticket sale value increasing by over £30,000. Almost 5000 tickets valued at £154,000 were bought within 24 hours of…
Read MoreEden Mill announces plans for £4million expansion
A Scots distillery is set for a multi-million expansion. Eden Mill has unveiled ambitious plans to create a new distillery and brewery just metres from its current headquarters in Fife. The £4million expansion project in Guardbridge will see historic former paper mill buildings refurbished to become Eden Mill’s new home – allowing them to increase…
Read MoreNatural light adds an air of tranquility to Perthshire property
A lovely three-bedroom bungalow situated in a peaceful location is currently on the market. Schiehallion in Aberfeldy is situated in a peaceful location near to the end of a cul-de-sac and offers beautifully presented accommodation with high quality, tasteful fixtures and fittings. Brought to the market by Galbraith, the house is naturally light throughout and…
Read MoreFlexible living accommodation in a bespoke modern country house
A bespoke modern country house within a beautiful rural setting in Perthshire is now on the market. Balgreen is finished to a high standard. This family home balances flexible living accommodation with excellent reception space including two reception rooms, attractive dining kitchen, four double bedrooms (two en suite) and family bathroom. The grounds extend to…
Read MoreScotland’s answer to eau de vie is being produced in Fife
A Fife microdistillery has launched Scotland’s first version of the famous French eau de vie. Tayport-based Tay Spirits has created Never 25, using locally-source produce, to make the spirit. The grain is is milled, mashed, fermented and triple-distilled, before fruit is added and macerated into the spirit – before it is distilled for a fourth…
Read MoreCameron McNeish wins 2018 Scottish Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture
Scottish mountain walker Cameron McNeish has won the prestigious Scottish Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture in 2018. Nominated by the public and his peers as a mountain hero who celebrates achievement, accomplishment and the spirit of adventure, Cameron – also a wilderness bikepacker and adviser to various organisations on outdoor pursuits, in his field…
Read MoreStars give their support to International Scotch Whisky Day
Scotland’s national drink will tomorrow be celebrated globally from free distillery tours across Scotland to a series of red carpet events around the world. Thursday, 8 February, is International Scotch Whisky Day. The annual diary date invites whisky lovers to raise a dram to Scotch, with A-listers James Marsden, Suki Waterhouse and Shanina Shaik launching…
Read MoreViews are wanted to keep beer campaign all ale and hearty
Real ale lovers across Scotland have the chance to come together to discuss their campaign’s future at a number of meetings. Members of the Campaign for Real Ale – CAMRA – is holding discussions throughout February and March, to follow a root and branch review of the organisation’s purpose and objectives, known as the Revitalisation…
Read MoreIce cream parlour scoops up more business than expected during the winter months
Ice cream fans have devoured a huge number of servings at a new Scottish parlour – with early favourites proving locals have an adventurous sweet tooth. Despite the cold winter weather, in the first six weeks of trading, Mackie’s 19.2 in Marischal Square, Aberdeen, has served up more than 10,000 scoops of the sweet stuff…
Read MoreNew single malt offers a tantalising taste tease from Raasay
Everything comes to those who wait, and that’s definitely the case with a new single malt from Raasay. While in the process of building the first distillery on Raasay, R&B Distillers created the aptly named single malt Raasay While We Wait, as a preview of flavours enthusiasts can to look forward to from the island…
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