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Simon Fraser, Lord Lovat, c 1667 - 1747. Jacobite. Artist Unknown, after William Hogarth, Bequeathed by William Findlay Watson 1886. National Galleries of Scotland..

Actor Russell Crowe reveals he is related to Scottish Jacobite

Actor Russell Crowe has revealed he is related to Scottish Jacobite Simon Fraser, the 11th Lord Lovat. The Gladiator star said he has been investigating...
Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament protest Blairgowrie, c.1983. All pictures credit: National Museums Scotland

Scotland’s part in the Cold War to be told in new exhibition

Scotland’s critical position on the frontline of the Cold War will be explored in a new exhibition.  Nearly 200 objects, many on display for the...
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National Library buys first Broons annual after decade long search

The National Library of Scotland has bought a copy of the first ever Broons annual for its collection after a ten year search. The Broons...
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Scottish butcher creates ‘world’s first chocolate haggis’ for Burns Night

A Scottish butcher has released the world's first chocolate haggis ahead of Burns Night.  Simon Howie wanted to do something special ahead of the big...
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Fleece from Dolly the sheep donated to National Museums Scotland

A fleece from Dolly the sheep has been donated to National Museums Scotland. The fleece, which recently appeared on the Antiques Roadshow, has been donated...
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The latest issue of Cask & Still is out now with all the latest whisky news

The latest issue of Cask & Still is out now with all the latest whisky news. Once again it has been a huge year for...

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Gin Bothy unveils plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route

Scottish producer Gin Bothy has unveiled plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route.  The distillery in Glen Prosen, Angus, sits on land...
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Scotch Malt Whisky Society releases two new Taiwanese whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has released two new Taiwanese whiskies. The whisky club is shining a spotlight on the five-year-old single malt Taiwanese...
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A Dram With Graham Omand, Lagg Distillery: ‘Welcoming Ewan McGregor and gifting him his very own cask was some achievement’

From welcoming Ewan McGregor to the distillery to gift him his own cask and celebrating five years in business, it's been a busy year for...
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The Glen Grant releases its rarest ever whisky – a 65 Year Old with a £39,000 price tag

When James ‘The Major’ Grant inherited Speyside distillery the Glen Grant in 1872, he brought his affinity of plants, flowers and the natural world with...
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Formula One Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc becomes new face of Scotch whisky Chivas Regal

F1 Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc has become the new face of Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal. The partnership comes following news of the spirit company...
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A Dram With Euan Campbell, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society: ‘We’re pushing boundaries but respecting the heritage of this centuries old drink.’

Whisky drinkers all over the world have likely heard of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Since the whisky club was first formed in 1983, it...

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