Posts Tagged ‘whisky’
Rare Scotch whisky becomes world’s most expensive bottle at £2.1 million
A rare Scotch whisky has become the world’s most expensive bottle after it sold for £2.1 million. The Macallan 1926 single malt is one of the world’s most sought-after bottles of Scotch whisky. A similar bottle was sold in 2019 for £1.5m. It was sold by Sotheby’s for $2.7m (£2.1m), more than double its estimated…
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MasterChef winner Jamie Scott revamps Newport eatery on back of AA Rosette win
MasterChef winner Jamie Scott has revamped his Newport eatery – just weeks after collecting a third AA Rosette win. Jamie, crowned the BBC MasterChef Professionals winner in 2014, and wife Kelly were recently awarded the coveted AA Rosette at the Newport Restaurant in Fife. Now the couple has revamped The Newport Bar, and given it…
Read MoreHollywood legend Jean-Claude Van Damme launches own Irish whiskey brand
In a world filled with action-packed movies and adrenaline-pumping stunts, few names stand out as prominently as Jean-Claude Van Damme. Known for his incredible martial arts skills and charismatic on-screen presence, Van Damme has been a global icon in the world of cinema for decades. But now the Hollywood movie legend has taken on a…
Read MoreThe Macallan Launches Collab with Stella and Mary McCartney
Their memories of Scotland stem from their childhood home on the West Coast, where they spent days on a farm in Kintyre with their father Paul McCartney. And now Stella and Mary McCartney are paying homage to their memories of Scotland by collaborating with The Macallan on a new release. As children, the sisters spent…
Read MoreWhisky society sets world record for largest online tasting event
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has set the Guinness World Record for largest online tasting event to mark their 40th anniversary. SMWS is the world’s largest whisky club – with nearly 40,000 members in 20 countries across the globe. Last month, 447 of its members from more than 15 countries logged on for an online…
Read MoreThe Macallan: World’s ‘most valuable’ whisky to go for auction
A bottle of single malt whisky from The Macallan distillery is set to go for auction next month, with an estimated price of up to £1.2million. Experts say The Macallan 1926 is known to be the most sought-after Scotch whisky, with a similar bottle selling for a record-breaking £1.5m in 2019. It is the first…
Read MoreLoch Lomond Whiskies: The Whisky Lover’s Guide to Hosting a Tasting Dinner
AD Feature A tasting dinner is an ideal way to get to know fellow whisky enthusiasts or to introduce friends with no knowledge of this spirit to the magic of the water of life. Here are some tips to ensure your tasting evening stands out, featuring exceptional choices from Loch Lomond Whiskies to elevate the…
Read MoreIntroducing X MUSE: Scotland’s First Blended Barley Vodka
If you’ve been seeking a truly exceptional vodka experience, look no further than X MUSE (pronounced ‘tenth muse’). This exquisite spirit is a tribute to Scotland’s rich heritage of spirit making, blending two heritage barley varieties, Plumage Archer and Maris Otter, with pure, pristine water sourced from an ancient aquifer within the heart of the…
Read MoreExplore Scottish Field’s November Issue
Your copy of Scottish Field’s October magazine is out now to buy, both in shops and online, with the very best lifestyle features, news, interiors, properties, antiques, motoring, gardens, wildlife, field sports, whisky, and more. This month’s magazine is one of the most eclectic we’ve produced in a while, and as a result it’s been…
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