Posts Tagged ‘scotch’
Val McDermid confessed she wishes popular character drank whisky instead of gin
Scottish crime writer Val McDermid has confessed she wishes she’d made her popular character Karen Pirie drink whisky instead of gin. The whisky-loving writer behind the globally successful Karen Pirie book series revealed she regularly receives bottles of gin as a gift from well-meaning fans. But on The Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s Whisky Talks podcast…
Read MoreAnonymous buyer of world’s biggest whisky bottle revealed
The anonymous buyer of the largest bottle of whisky ever created, which sold for £1.1 million in Edinburgh, has been revealed. Whisky aficionado Viet Nguyen Dinh Tuan added the 5ft 11in tall bottle, known as The Intrepid, to his collection in Vietnam this week. The dram was conceived by Daniel Monk of Cask World and…
Read MoreLe Petit Beefbar steaks its claim to the capital
A great steak dinner is the culinary equivalent of a pair of jeans. Denims have been a constant in the world of fashion for well over a century. A wardrobe staple which sees many a change in style, but they are always there, a perennial favourite. And the same can be said of a steak…
Read MoreScotland’s most northerly mainland distillery opened by The King
Scotland’s most northerly mainland distillery has been officially opened by The King. 8 Doors Distillery was opened by His Majesty King Charles during a visit to John O’Groats. King Charles toured the visitor centre, distillery and warehouse, meeting with a number of the team and finding out more about 8 Doors Distillery, before unveiling a…
Read MoreStranraer Oyster Festival announces full programme
Stranraer Oyster Festival will take place next month, with visitors from all over the UK flocking to what has become one of the biggest food festivals in Scotland. A must-visit for oyster enthusiasts, the event will take place between 15-17 September. The opening ceremony will see the crew of The Vital Spark land one of…
Read MoreProduction at Rosebank Distillery restarted after 30 years
Production at Rosebank Distillery has restarted after 30 years, with the first cask filled and now maturing. The Falkirk distillery was mothballed in 1993 after more than 150 years of distilling whisky. The new spirit is maturing in a refill bourbon barrel which will create a rich, fruity, and floral whisky, reminiscent of the original…
Read MoreRare whisky worth £500,000 to go under hammer at Distillers One of One auction
A bottle of rare whisky worth £500,000 will go under the hammer later this year as part of the Distillers One of One auction. The auction will feature some of the finest whiskies produced which are highly sought after by collectors all across the world. The second auction of ultra-rare Scotch whiskies and experiences will…
Read MoreAbercairny Estate crowned winner of Estates Challenge
Abercairny Estate in Crieff was crowned winner of the Estates Challenge at The GWCT Scottish Game Fair. The sixth annual inter-estate competition is run to celebrate Scottish estates and raise awareness of the work carried out by their ghillies and gamekeepers to preserve and care for the countryside. It saw teams of six showcasing their…
Read MoreWhisky news round-up: Tours, festivals and more
Looking up The UK’s first vertical whisky distillery has appointed its Head of Whisky as it prepares to turn on its stills and open its doors to the public. Vaibhav Sood, previously Operations Manager at The Lakes Distillery, has taken on the newly created role. The £13m nine-storey distillery is due to open later this…
Read MoreBook review: 101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die
Sammi Minion reviews 101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die by Ian Buxton who began working in the Scotch whisky industry in 1987. This compact guide is ideal for both seasoned whisky connoisseurs and those new to the world of whisky. Buxton recommends a perfect balance of classic brands alongside exciting new drams, ensuring accessibility for…
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