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Sir Paul McCarney performing Mull of Kintyre

It’s 40 years since Mull of Kintyre topped the charts

As the Christmas number one is set to be revealed, this year marks the 40th anniversary of a distinctly Scottish-sounding song. Paul McCartney's Mull of...
The giant walrus has been named Marmalade

Preserved walrus is named Marmalade after public vote

A giant walrus being exhibited in a Scottish museum has been named after a public vote. The walrus, kept at The McManus: Dundee’s Art Gallery...
The Bloom & Wild Tiny Tree

A tree-mendous idea for a last-minute Christmas gift

For those who have left entering into the Christmas spirit to the very last minute, don't fear the letterbox Christmas tree is here - or...
Waldorf Astoria staff in Edinburgh in front of the restored Roll of Honour, with cocktails which will raise funds for veterans' charities

Hotel cocktails with a poignant story will benefit veterans

A prestigious Edinburgh hotel has created cocktails to honour its staff who lost their lives in the First World War - which will benefit charity....
West Carswell Farmhouse near Neilston, in East Renfrewshire

Farmhouse offers a fantastic lifestyle with equestrian facilities and cottage

A stunning farmhouse on the outskirts of Glasgow is currently on the market. Robb Residential present West Carswell Farm in  Neilston, East Renfrewshire, which is set in...
Equi's new double cream vanilla

New ice cream is doubly good – and ideal for a Christmas treat

Party hosts will be dreaming of a white Christmas with a special new ice cream. With the festive season upon us, by now party-throwers, entertainers...

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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...
65 YO Bottle Shot

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...
Speyside Tour with SMWS 2 & 3rd Nov 2017.
Glen Moray Distillery, Elgin
Euan Campbell smells the whisky in the barrels

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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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