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Best Scotch Whiskies: Superb drams at every price chosen by experts

From everything you've ever wondered about whisky, to what drams to buy based on taste and budget, we have it answered here in this ultimate guide. This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a...

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7 of the best rugby pubs near Murrayfield Stadium

Here we take a look at some of the best pubs in the area so you can enjoy a drink pre or post match. The Roseate Edinburgh (4 West Coates, Haymarket, EH12 5JQ) Located on Edinburgh's unofficial Rugby...

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Burns night 2024: 20 whiskies under £50 to toast the haggis

With Burns night just around the corner (25 January), we take a look at some whiskies that won’t break the bank. From blends to single malts, all of these whiskies are £50 or under, and they’re ideal...

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Lochlea release 5 year old whisky to celebrate anniversary

Lochlea 5 Year Old is a vatting of five different casks from the distillery – each one showing a different side to the house spirit, hand-selected by production director John Campbell and the team....

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How to do the wine and crisps TikTok trend - tips from a sommelier

In the ever-evolving world of TikTok trends, there's a new sensation making waves among food enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs alike – the wine and crisp pairing trend. According to Google search...

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Traditional Scottish recipe: How to make Atholl Brose whisky liqueur

A traditional whisky liqueur recipe, Atholl Brose is steeped in rich history and combines Scotland's love of whisky with its love for all things sweet. Perfect as an after dinner treat, Atholl Brose is...

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Burns Night: Which whisky to pair with haggis to celebrate Robert Burns -...

It's the age old question, which usually crops up around Burns night - what whisky or whiskies pair well with haggis? As it's almost Burns night, we've spoken to some experts to get their advice on...

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8 easy-to-make whisky cocktails to celebrate Burns night - including an Irn...

It's almost Burns night, which means many will be partaking in a dram or two. If you'd rather drink your whisky as a cocktail or cocktails then there are plenty of options, With this in mind, we've...

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Spirit of Speyside launches preview of 2024 events - including a helicopter...

The preview of events for The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival 2024 launches today (25 January) when the world celebrates Robert Burns with a dram, giving attendees a few days to peruse over 650...

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Eden Mill Experience to open in Edinburgh - the first city centre venue for...

Independent distiller Eden Mill has announced an opening date for The Eden Mill Experience, the capital’s latest drinks experience and Eden Mill’s first brand-owned venue in central Edinburgh. Located...

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“It’s good not having all the answers” - John Campbell reflects on his time...

Lockdown had a different effect on all of us. For John Campbell, it gave him a chance to reflect in a way he wasn’t expecting and the results were also unexpected. For him but also the wider whisky...

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20 of the best Edinburgh bars for watching rugby - where to see Scotland vs...

Here are some of the best pubs in Scotland’s capital showing the Six Nations, when it kicks off in February. At 4.45pm on Saturday 3 February 2024, Scotland will take on Wales in Cardiff, and are...

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10 of the best Glasgow pubs to watch the Six Nations

Here are some of the best pubs showing the Six Nations in Glasgow, ideal for when it kicks off in February. At 4.45pm on Saturday 3 February 2024, Scotland will take on Wales in Cardiff, and are...

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Apples and grains event will celebrate Fife producers including Daftmill and...

On the 22 February, Balgove Larder will hold ‘Fife Apples & Grains’ an event to celebrate and explore three drink producers based in Fife. The Cafe at the St. Andrews farm shop will welcome the...

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9 Scottish bars named in top 50 UK list for 2024 - including new additions in...

The Top 50 UK cocktail bars for 2024 have been revealed, and nine are in Scotland. While London dominated the list, the number one slot was given to Manchester’s Schofield’s Bar. In at number five was...

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Bruichladdich reveals new Luxury Redefined range - including 18 and 30 year...

Created, distilled, matured, and bottled on Islay, the expressions in the new Bruichladdich Luxury Redefined range are the liquid embodiment of the distillery’s pioneering past and steadfast...

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Arbikie distillery to offer accommodation with launch of OOD mirrored cabins...

Arbikie distillery, located near Lunan Bay in Montrose in the north east, has announced the opening of four mirrored cabins on their Highland estate. Created by ÖÖD, an Estonia-based company that...

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Two Scottish family drinks businesses unite to save much-loved gin

Family-owned Jackton distillery has invested in the McLean's Gin brand, to help secure the future of its Somthing Blue gin. Home of RAER Scotch Whisky and Jackton Spirits brands, Jackton Distillery is...

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The Macallan collaborates with Cirque du Soleil to launch an exclusive...

To commemorate The Macallan’s 200th anniversary, the single malt Scotch whisky brand has come together with Cirque du Soleil to create a bespoke, theatrical experience, titled SPIRIT, at its Speyside...

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Best tequilas and mezcals: from smoky to sipping and tequilas for cocktails

Tequila! Just the name of this Mexican spirit, or its agave-based cousin Mezcal, is enough to get you in the party mood, dreaming about what cocktail you might conjure up next. Perhaps the...

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Martin Compston on hopes for UK launch of Restless Natives beer ahead of BBC...

The Line of Duty star hopes to bring his Restless Natives lager to the UK, as he discusses new BBC travel show, Martin Compston's Norwegian Fling. Martin Compston has revealed he hopes to launch his...

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Why are Starbucks making a pork flavoured latte - new limited edition coffee...

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Starbucks has created a braised pork latte. The limited edition drink is said to "integrate traditional New Year customs into coffee" and combines espresso with...

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Dream job for whisky fans as Scots company seek 'taste masters' to nose and...

Scottish whisky bottler The Single Cask have announced a once-in-a-lifetime job that will be the easiest decision any whisky fan will make this year. The Single Cask - home to a warehouse in...

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Port Charlotte unveils first 18 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky

Named after the village two miles south of Bruichladdich Distillery, Port Charlotte Islay single malt was first distilled in 2001. Now fans can enjoy the 18 year old whisky from Port Charlotte. Laid...

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Cardhu celebrates 200 years with limited edition anniversary whisky and...

Cardhu distillery in Speyside is marking its 200-year anniversary with the release of a limited edition 12 year old whisky and a free event this International Women’s Day (8 March). Attendees to the...

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Perthshire auctioneer to host world's first auction dedicated to women in whisky

Whisky Auctioneer, a global online whisky and spirits auction platform based in Perthshire, will host the world’s very first auction dedicated to recognising the achievements and contributions of...

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10 facts you (probably) didn't know about Guinness

If you're looking to enjoy a pint of Guinness for St Patrick's Day or beyond, then here are ten facts about the famous stout that you (probably) didn't know. 10 facts you (probably) didn’t know about...

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Port Ellen Distillery on Islay reopens - here’s what visitors can expect...

Port Ellen Distillery on Islay reopened today (19 March) with a bold vision to be a trailblazing light for the future of whisky distillation. The ghost distillery closed more than 40 years ago, part...

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New bar with Scotland's largest collection of rum to open in Edinburgh 

Opening its doors in Edinburgh at the end of March, Ruma - Scots Gaelic for Rum - will offer Scotland a wider selection of rum than ever before. Based at 39-41 Broughton Street in the heart of...

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Louise Aitken-Walker MBE commemorates rallying victory with limited edition...

Scottish motoring and whisky combine as Louise Aitken-Walker MBE - the first woman to win the FIA Ladies World Rally Championship - has partnered with whisky virtuoso David Robertson to unveil an...

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Rosebank distillery to reopen this summer

Closed three decades ago in 1993, the Rosebank distillery is now back in business following a four-year restoration project, and is set to welcome its first visitors when it reopens later this year....

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7 new whisky distilleries opening in Scotland this year - including Rosebank...

Here we take a look at a range of new distilleries which are set to open this year in Scotland, from eye-catching builds, to long lost names from ‘ghost’ sites and sustainable projects. Ardgowan,...

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Whisky production underway at The Orkney distillery

The production of single malt Scotch whisky is underway at The Orkney Distillery, marking a new era for the business, best known for its award-winning range of Kirkjuvagr gins. An initial whisky mash...

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18 of the best Scottish drams from the 2024 World Whiskies Awards - including...

Originally founded in 2001 as the Whisky Magazine ‘Best of the Best’ competition and now part of the World Drinks Awards, the World Whiskies Awards commends the best whiskies in 22 taste categories,...

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Charles Maclean and sons release limited edition Ardnamurchan whisky in aid...

The Ardnamurchan 6 year old single Highland malt is the first release by The Maclean Foundation, the Scottish charity founded by author Charles Maclean MBE and his three sons, world record-breaking...

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9 of the most expensive and rare drams available in Scottish bars - including...

From a very rare bottle of Macallan and 1970s Port Ellen to a 40 year old Balvenie, there are many rare whiskies to be enjoyed at bars and hotels across Scotland. While some are beyond most people’s...

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Glenmorangie unveil new-look distillery visitor centre - including tasting...

Glenmorangie has unveiled its new-look distillery visitor centre, which includes tasting rooms, a museum and a boutique. Created by Russell Sage Studios, who transformed the beautiful Glenmorangie...

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Torabhaig reveals Cnoc Na Mòine whisky - the third chapter in its Legacy Series 

Torabhaig has recently unveiled Cnoc Na Mòine, the limited edition third chapter in its Legacy Series that charts the journey to a ten-year-old expression. Meaning “hill of peat” in Gaelic, Cnoc Na...

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Lochlea reveals the final chapter of the Seasonal trilogy whisky series:...

The Lochlea releases celebrate the farming calendar with the four Seasonal whiskies, each one showcasing a different side to Lochlea’s house style of spirit. The four whiskies in the First Crop were...

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Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024: Dates, events and festival bottlings from...

Mid May is the time for the Campeltown Malts Festival, which falls after Spirit of Speyside in early May, and just before Feis Ile, the Islay Festival, at the end of May. A pinnacle moment in...

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Over £49k raised in Demeter collection auction - the first recognising women...

The inaugural Demeter Collection auction, hosted by Whisky Auctioneer, has achieved a final hammer price of £43,614 from 19 specially curated lots. Alongside waiving their auction seller fees, Whisky...

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Glenmorangie add triple cask reserve whisky to core range

Inspired by the distillery’s Highland home, the team of whisky makers have married together three carefully chosen types of casks in Glenmorangie Triple Cask Reserve. Uniting bourbon casks and new...

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Douglas Laing launches Strathearn - their inaugural single malt whisky 

The first release has been bottled from 32 specially selected casks; a combination of ex-Bourbon, Virgin and ex-Sherry oak, some of which were inherited when Douglas Laing acquired the Strathearn...

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Glen Scotia unveils Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024 limited-edition release

Glen Scotia has unveiled its 2024 Campbeltown Festival Edition release – a limited-edition bottling to celebrate the annual festival, which celebrates the region’s whisky past and present.    The Glen...

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Ardbeg reveal Spectacular Feis Ile whisky and Ardbeg Day theme for 2024

Held annually on the final Saturday of Islay’s Festival of Music and Malt (Fèis Ìle), Ardbeg Day is a global celebration of all things Ardbeg.  This year, festivities will take place on Saturday 1...

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Earth Day 2024: Scottish businesses offering sustainable spirits and drinks

This year sees the 54th Earth Day, which was established in1970, and there are different ways to mark it, including buying sustainable spirits and from B-Cop businesses. What is Earth Day? Earth Day...

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Nc’nean add Orchard Cobbler whisky to Huntress series 

Organic whisky distillery, Nc’nean, will release the latest limited-edition whisky in their Huntress series, Orchard Cobbler, this month. The Nc'nean Huntress series, which is released each April, is...

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Whisky in your diet: Is whisky gluten free, is whisky vegan and how many...

With more and more dining options opening up for those enjoying a gluten-free or vegan lifestyle, which alcoholic drinks, including whisky, are acceptable can still be a little confusing.  Is whisky...

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World Dram Day 2024: Date, how to take part and cheap drams - including...

Online spirits retailer Master of Malt, and Drinks By The Dram have teamed up to launch World Dram Day, an annual celebration set to debut this April 25, and which will take place on the last Thursday...

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Ardgowan distillery unveils Anchorsmith and Draughtsman - the final whiskies...

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Ardgowan Distillery has announced the...

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