Grape&Grain
Why Local Selects’ gift boxes are here to stay
Peter Ranscombe reviews some of the amazing Scottish drinks featured in Local Selects' gift boxes. Read More
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Five of the best from M&S’s new ‘Classics’ range
Wines from Europe feature in the first wave of arrivals in Markies’ new ‘Classics’ selection, as Peter Ranscombe finds out. Read More
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What does a covid compliant wine list look like?
As hospitality venues continue to reopen, Peter Ranscombe visits Hotel du Vin in St Andrews to run the rule over its pared-back wine list. Read More
Grape&Grain
Making organic wine in style
NEVER judge a book by its cover - nor a wine by its label. Read More
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A first look at Spar’s latest wines
Continuing his covid convenience retailer romp, Peter Ranscombe runs the rule over Spar’s latest bottles. Read More
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Restaurants get 100,000 free glasses of wine to tempt customers back
As the UK Government’s “Eat Out to Help Out” scheme ends, wine importer Hallgarten is giving restaurants and bars a helping hand – and Peter R... Read More
Gin
What makes Aldi’s new Scottish gin so special?
As the Old Curiosity Distillery prepares to restart its tours, Peter Ranscombe hears the story behind the gin it’s created for Aldi. Read More
Grape&Grain
You’re history: the stories behind famous wines
Peter Ranscombe travels back in time to explore some of the history of grape growing and winemaking. Read More
Beer
Outdoor venue for Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival
ORGANISERS have moved Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival from The Biscuit Factory to The Corn Exchange’s outside venue. Read More