Posts Tagged ‘oak’
Thoughtful design in the perfect family home
A tremendous, spacious detached family home is now available in the Scottish Borders. Presented by Galbraith, Lowood provides spacious, thoughtfully designed and well appointed accommodation. The house benefits from solid fuel central heating which is provided by a large wood burning stove in the sitting room/dining room. The property also benefits from solar panels and…
Read MoreBladnoch Distillery releases limited edition 10-year-old malt
Bladnoch Distillery has launched its limited edition 10-year-old single malt. Crafted by Master Distiller Ian MacMillan, the Bladnoch 10-year-old is matured in Bourbon casks to harness sweet but spicy characteristics. Bladnoch Distillery owner David Prior, said: ‘The Bladnoch 10 year old bourbon cask finish represents an exciting new path for the brand. ‘It is a…
Read MoreGlenAllachie unveils first core range of aged single malts
GlenAllachie has unveiled its first core range of aged single malts. Specially selected by master distiller Billy Walker, the release features age statements ranging from ten-year-old cask strength to the flagship 12-year-old and 18- and 25-year-old bottlings. Billy Walker GlenAllachie managing director and master distiller said: ‘The first release of our GlenAllachie core range has been a culmination of months of hard work and…
Read MoreGlenDronach’s medal-winning seventh batch released
The GlenDronach Distillery has released its seventh batch of Cask Strength Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Matured in the finest Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks and presented at cask strength, this whisky recently won a Silver medal at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. This expression continues GlenDronach’s tradition of crafting and releasing…
Read MoreThe search is on for Scotland’s Tree of the Year
The Woodland Trust is calling for the public’s nominations to find Scotland’s Tree of the Year 2018. Previous winners include the Suffragette Oak in Glasgow, The ‘Ding Dong’ Tree in Prestonpans and the Big Tree in Kirkwall, Orkney. Is there a tree in your area which can follow them? The winning tree will receive a…
Read MoreJoin whisky legend Charlie MacLean for a night of drams
Scots whisky legend Charlie MacLean is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society next week. Charlie has personally chosen a selection of whiskies to mark the society’s birthday. The Edinburgh event takes place on Tuesday, 3 July, and features a whisky tasting, food and screening of The Angels’ Share, the Ken Loach…
Read MoreCreating a good dram with a taste of the 19th century
A Scots distillery has turned back the clock to release its newest whisky, appropriately named Temporis. Historical whisky research indicates BenRiach was the first distillery within Speyside to re-introduce peated malt into its whisky making back in the 1970s, a time when most Speyside distillers had moved their focus towards unpeated malt distillation. It is…
Read MoreA prestigious home in an original estate setting
An outstanding executive home occupying a large private site within the original walled garden of a prestigious development is now for sale. The Walled Garden in the Daviot Estate, near Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, is presented for sale by Galbraith. As you enter the electric gates the property stands handsomely with a south facing position surrounded by…
Read MoreWork begins to restore a hidden Scottish landmark
The £128,894 restoration of one of the Borders’ most fascinating landmarks is underway. Work on the Monteath Douglas Mausoleum, near Ancrum, is being done thanks to the efforts of a group of local volunteers and a six figure funding package. Grants from the Fallago Environment Fund (£59,444), WREN’s FCC Scottish Action Fund (£59,450) and BCCF…
Read MoreIdeal family living with fantastic lochside views
A traditional country farmhouse with outbuildings, over 11 acres and has exceptional views over a loch is now for sale. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, Orwell Farmhouse lies between the villages of Milnathort and Wester Balgedie in Perthshire, one of the most attractive areas of Scotland, making it ideal for family living. Orwell Farmhouse is…
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