LATEST POSTS

The fascinating secrets we all carry in our bones

Think medical chat is dry? Never want to be seated next to a doctor at a dinner party? Swap those name places back and think...

A sensitive look at Glasgow in the 20th century

It is remarkable to think that the late Eric Watt was considered an amateur photographer.  Capturing the second half of the 20th century in Glasgow,...

Edinburgh’s most gruesome murders brought together

Calling all Edinburgh dwellers: ever wondered if someone was murdered on your street long, long ago? Jan Bondeson reveals all in their articulate account of...

Supermarket launches its Scottish Larder

Championing the finest food and drink from more than 30 of the nation’s top producers, Lidl’s flavour-filled Scottish Larder hits the shelves this week. Bursting...

Glenalmond College set to host debut farmers’ market

Glenalmond College in Perthshire is preparing to host a two-day celebration of quality Scottish food and drink this summer. The Glenalmond Farmers’ Market will be...

Jenni Fagan’s latest novel is the most compelling yet

Prize-winning author Jenni Fagan does not disappoint with her latest novel, Luckenbooth, which is easily her most compelling yet. In her usual poetic style, Fagan...

WHISKY

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
SCOTLAND'S NATIONAL DRINK

George McNeil is the new CEO of Aceo Ltd, a long-established independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist.

Whisky firm Aceo appoints its first chief executive

A leading independent whisky bottler and cask management specialist has appointed its first chief executive officer. Aceo Limited, an Edinburgh-based firm established 25 years ago,...
Large-Stewart Barley pic

A dram with Stewart Walker, Fettercairn Distillery: ‘All whiskies have a home, there’s a whisky for everyone’

Steeped in a rich history and aged finely like the golden spirit it distils, Fettercairn Distillery has seen a lot of change through the years....
Michael Henry, Master Blender at Loch Lomond Group

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender awarded prestigious Keeper of the Quaich

Loch Lomond Group’s Master Blender, Michael Henry, has been awarded a prestigious Keeper of the Quaich. Michael has led the whisky blending team at the...
Rosebank_33 Year Old_1990 Single Cask_Travel Retail_Lifestyle_Outside 2_2024

Rosebank Distillery introduces rare cask from 1990 for global travellers

Rosebank Distillery has introduced an extremely rare single cask from 1990 for global travellers.  Rich and fruity, the 33-year-old is the perfect expression of the...
image001

Scottish star Ewan McGregor gifted cask of Lagg Single Malt

Lagg Distillery on The Isle of Arran have gifted renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor his very own cask of Lagg Single Malt. The team at...
Billy Somerville, Senior Restaurant Manager at Amber Restaurant

Review: Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh

The Scotch Whisky Experience sits in a prominent spot on the Royal Mile, a landmark in itself inviting tourists to discover the world of whisky...

Author