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Introducing Inchmoan: From the Island of the Peat
Loch Lomond Whiskies has unveiled two exceptional new single malts from its Island Collection – Inchmoan 12 Year Old and Inchmoan Vintage 1992. Since 1814, the Loch Lomond Distillery has been producing the finest single malt and single grain whisky. Situated on the banks of Loch Lomond it takes its name from the most picturesque…
Read MoreThe Dalmore releases 40 year old whisky
The definitive luxury single malt The Dalmore is set to add to its repertoire of exceptional rare and aged whiskies with The Dalmore 40 year old. Building on The Dalmore’s pioneering heritage in the art of maturation, The Dalmore 40 has been carefully nurtured and crafted by renowned Master Distiller Richard Paterson. Having been laid…
Read MoreJoie De Leith – Gleann Mόr Spirits launch Leith Gin
Gleann Mόr Spirits have launched the first of their geographical gin range – ‘Leith Gin’. Derek Mair, Founder of Gleann Mόr Spirits said: ‘Leith Gin was created by two locals who wanted to produce a gin that is full of flavour but at the same time, subtle on the palate. When we moved to our warehouse in Leith almost…
Read MoreJamie McCulloch: Scottish passion with Swiss precision
Peter Ranscombe meets Scottish winemaker Jamie McCulloch, whose handcrafted wines from Switzerland are finding fans on Edinburgh’s food scene. IT’S always fascinating to meet Scottish winemakers. It’s possible to count the number of vineyards in our nation on one hand and so it’s interesting to explore the reasons why fellow Scots turn to making wine.…
Read MoreKingsbarns goes five star
Kingsbarns Distillery has announced that its visitor centre has recently received a five-star rating from VisitScotland. The visitor centre opened on 30th November 2014 and was initially graded at four stars in 2015. The facility includes a whisky tour complete with exhibition and tasting, a shop and cafe. Scott Robertson, Visitor Centre Development Manager, commented:…
Read MoreSummer Glow-Getter
Benefit Cosmetics celebrate summer at Loch Lomond this weekend Every year, tens of thousands of holidaymakers leave the U.K and flock to sunnier shores, from Marbella to the Maldives. This summer Benefit Cosmetics is celebrating staycationing and the quintessential British holiday by launching the Hoola Ice Cream Van, which will con-tour the UK this summer.…
Read Moreeteaket’s Wimbledon inspired Strawberries & Cream Shortbread
Inspired by their love of Wimbledon, loose leaf tea experts, eteaket have taken it upon themselves to create their very own shortbread recipe using their delicious strawberries and cream tea. The leaf tea gives adds a little sweet yet tangy finish to the shortbread, paired perfectly with a cup of tea whilst curled up watching…
Read More2017 distillery exclusive now available from Dalmore
Luxury single malt whisky maker The Dalmore has released its limited edition distillery bottling for 2017. Available exclusively from the renowned The Dalmore Distillery in the Scottish Highlands, The Distillery Exclusive Vintage 2000 combines the depth and complexity of The Dalmore’s unique new make spirit with sweetness gifted from the soft character of Californian Merlot. Released during…
Read Moreeteaket launches Europe’s first Whisky Barrel Aged Black Tea
Rich in heritage, tradition and craftsmanship, whisky and tea are time-honoured beverages that have both forged strong identities throughout the years. Born in the early 15th and 16th centuries respectively, and recognised today across every corner of the globe, this year sees the coming together of these two blends as the UK’s leading leaf tea…
Read MoreMeet the Designer at Loch Lomond Shores
Leading Scottish jewellery designer, Sheila Fleet, is putting the finishing touches on some new summer designs. If you’d like to be among the first to see these fine silver and gold pieces then take a trip to Loch Lomond for Sheila’s Meet the Designer event. Sheila will be showing her new designs and…
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