Second Bowmore internet exclusive from Amazon

Due to the overwhelming success of the first release of Bowmore 19-year-old on Amazon, a small number of casks have been made available for a second release. This unique bottling combines the rich flavour of the French Oak Barriques and the signature Bowmore style created in the worlds oldest maturation warehouse, the famous No.1 Vaults.…

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20 pairs of tickets to Glenrothes whisky launch must be won

The Glenrothes is giving away 20 pairs of tickets to an exclusive tasting of its first-ever 40 year old single malt this October. Not only will whisky-lovers taste The Glenrothes full Soleo collection (from 10YO to 25YO) but they will also have the chance to try The Glenrothes’ exquisite £2,900 40YO whisky – of which…

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Bellfield Brewery opens tap room in Edinburgh

Peter Ranscombe joins the UK’s first dedicated gluten-free brewery for the official unveiling of its bar in Scotland’s capital. NECESSITY is the mother of invention, or so the old saying goes. For Alistair Brown and Giselle Dye, that adage came true. Dye’s husband, Robin Baillie, was diagnosed with coeliac disease in 2000, with Brown being…

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Distiller’s daughter marks 80th birthday

A historic Elgin distillery, normally closed to the public, has opened its doors to a very special guest to mark her 80th birthday. Nora Fraser, who celebrated her milestone birthday yesterday (4 September), was born at Linkwood Distillery in one of the site cottages in 1939. The daughter of Henry Arthur Stephen and his wife…

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Two new core whiskies and a revamped look

The Isle of Arran Distillers Ltd have launched a new look across their range of Arran Single Malt whiskies, including a new logo and packaging for their core range. The campaign, which incorporates an entirely new visual identity for the brand, is titled A Breath of Fresh Arran and aims to showcase the natural elements…

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GlenAllachie adds to its core whisky range

The GlenAllachie Distillery is extending its multi award-winning core range of single malt whiskies to include a 15-year-old expression. The new GlenAllachie 15 year old, which is now being rolled out across UK and international markets, is described by master distiller Billy Walker as the perfect representation of the distillery’s DNA. He believes the 15…

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Scotch whiskies going under the hammer

A number of Scotch whiskies sold for more than their expected prices at auction in Glasgow. McTear’s Gallery, based at the Meiklewood Gate Auction Galleries on Meiklewood Road, held a rare and fine whisky sale earlier this month. A Brora 1972 Rare Malts Aged 22 Years single malt Scotch whisky was expected to fetch £3-£4000,…

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Exclusive whisky set to touch down at Scots airport

A limited-edition expression of whisky will be making short-haul journey of its own to go on sale at Aberdeen International Airport. Glen Garioch whisky will arrive exclusively at the airport next month in time for the upcoming Offshore Europe event. Available from September 2, Glen Garioch is made in one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, just…

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Islay’s singing sands inspire new whisky release

Smoky malt whisky lovers will have the chance to experience Ardbeg’s latest permanent release – Ardbeg Traigh Bhan from next month. This rare 19 Year Old single malt is inspired by the heavenly vista of Islay’s Traigh Bhan (pronounced ‘Tri-Van’)– known locally as The Singing Sands – and will be made available in annual small…

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Lagavulin takes to the air with exclusive release

A brand new single malt crafted at the renowned Lagavulin distillery is now available exclusively at selected Dufry Travel Retail stores. Lagavulin 10 Year Old has been created on Islay’s spectacular southern shoreline. The 10 Year Old is available now in Dufry Travel Retail stores in the UK and will roll out to selected European…

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