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Dewar’s new cask finishes are coming to Scotland
Dewar’s is celebrating the launch of the latest additions to its innovative Cask Finish Series, Caribbean Smooth and Ilegal Smooth, into bars in the UK. Dewar’s has created an alternative to the traditional with its Cask Finish series, where its blended Scotch whisky has been influenced by the exotic flavours of Mexico and the Caribbean.…
Read MoreThe Machrie is the perfect place for an escape
Summer is a distant memory. Days are getting chilly, breath visible as you leave the house and cheeks pinched red. Escaping to warmth or hibernating until spring becomes all the more appealing. Thankfully, The Machrie excels when it comes to cosy spots that tick all the right boxes: crackling log fires, piping hot hearty food…
Read MoreNew rum from Aberdeenshire is making its mark
There could have been easier times than during a global pandemic but that was the beginning of Cabezon Beverage. Founder David Smith reveals the initial idea for the rum brand first came around in the autumn of 2019 and was incorporated in December 2019. Cabezon Beverage’s signature product, the botanical aged rum, Ron Cabezon, launched…
Read MoreVirgin Atlantic reveals its new Scottish home
Virgin Atlantic has a new home in Scotland, as the airline has announced plans to start flights from Edinburgh Airport. Services to the Caribbean island of Barbados will begin this December with flights to Orlando, the theme park Capital of the world set to commence from April 2022. The new routes mark the first time…
Read MoreBladnoch Distillery to auction rare whisky for charity
Bladnoch Distillery has announced that one rare bottle of their Sample Room Reserve whisky will be released for a charity auction. It will be sold through Whisky Bull Auctions with the distillery matching the final bid and all proceeds going to charity. The first edition bottle comes from owner David Prior’s personal collection, having received…
Read MoreCall to protect Scotland’s red squirrels from the greys
Twenty natural strongholds would protect red squirrels in Scotland even if greys were to run rampant across the country, according to a new study. The UK’s red squirrels are under threat from their invasive, North American grey counterparts. Scotland is now home to around 75% of all the UK’s red squirrels. A variety of conservation…
Read MoreThree whisky auctions will benefit a worthy charity
The Distillers’ Charity and Sotheby’s have announce a six-year partnership to host three biennial auctions of ultra-rare and unique Scotch whiskies and experiences under the name The Distillers One of One. The first Distillers’ One of One auction – comprising one-off, never-to-be-repeated lots specially created and donated by leading Scotch whisky distilleries – will take…
Read MoreSt Andrew Boat Club steers new path with £1m boathouse
St Andrew Boat Club is delighted to announce that work begins this week on its new £1m flagship boathouse in Edinburgh. Measuring nearly 600 square metres, the new facility is three times the size of the current building, which has been in use since 1984. The new boathouse will be constructed on land leased from…
Read MoreStirling Highland Games launches virtual programme
Traditional heavyweight competitions, a pipe band and cookery demonstrations are among the online events showcased at Stirling Highland Games this month. Organisers have unveiled an exciting programme of virtual activities to entertain families, food-lovers, history buffs and Highland Games competition fans from home and abroad on Saturday August 21. Spectators can watch competitors take part…
Read MoreMultrees Walk is the definition of luxury
Multrees Walk: The Definition of Luxury in the heart of Edinburgh and the perfect destination for all your exclusive and luxury shopping while visiting the Scottish Capital City. Multrees Walk is home to Scotland’s only Harvey Nichols, which boasts five floors dedicated to luxury fashion, beauty, food, and wine. There is something for everyone at…
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