Scotland
Clanlands is an astonishingly gripping travelogue
Sometimes you just have to admit when you are wrong, and this is one of those (rare) occasions. I started this book with a heavy heart, but by the time I’d finished I was sorry I’d managed to whizz through this quirky Scottish travelogue quite so quickly. Heughan and McTavish, in case you’ve never heard…
Read MoreJoin the party for our Whisky Challenge’s 21st birthday
Scottish Field’s Whisky Challenge marks its 21st birthday this year – and you can join in the celebrations. Tickets are now available for our whisky awards ceremony, which is taking place at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh on October 29. Each ticket includes a glass of Prosecco on arrival, a three-course meal at the…
Read MoreTomatin offers the new French Collection
Tomatin is whisking budding whisky connoisseurs to France from the comfort of their sofas with the launch of a four-part digital series to celebrate the release of The French Collection. This is a limited release collection exhibiting the unique influence imparted by different French wine and spirits casks during maturation. The content series has been…
Read MoreBenriach adds a smoky whisky to its revamped range
Speyside distillery Benriach has released a brand new expression, Smoke Season, to add to its recently revamped portfolio. Celebrating the time of year where peated spirit runs through its stills, a tradition revived by the distillery over 50 years ago, Smoke Season is a small batch release that captures one of Benriach’s time-honoured seasonal production…
Read MoreLow alcoholic botanical spirit launched in a paper bottle
A Scots firm has introduced a new drink which is one of the first spirits to be housed in a 94% recyclable paper bottle. With the ever expanding collection of non-alcoholic and low-alcohol spirits entering the market, NB Distillery wanted to turn it up a notch, with their collection of award-winning spirits expanded to include…
Read MoreHead to head in a friendly battle of repurposing
We all love a bargain, revamping ourselves and our homes, and being able to do our bit for the environment at the same time. Alannah and Jamie are Style Fixers who love finding fashion gems in second-hand stores. They live for repurposing and upcycling, turning the drab and dated into fabulous and on fleek. By…
Read More100 unmissable experiences to enjoy in Angus
From vast sandy beaches to historic Pictish stones, Arbroath Smokies to wildlife hot spots like Montrose Basin, Visit Angus has today launched the Insider’s Guide to Angus – 100 Unmissable Experiences. Shining a light on the vast range of attractions Angus has to offer, an audacious sand artwork has been created at Montrose Beach with…
Read MoreRelaxing outdoor events at beautiful Glamis Castle
One of Scotland’s most beautiful visitor attractions is celebrating the natural world and its healing benefits with a series of relaxing outdoor activities. The historic Glamis Castle is introducing Forest Bathing sessions to its events calendar during the summer, a wellbeing exercise and sensory experience that enables visitors to escape the ‘everyday’ and connect with…
Read MoreScotch Malt Whisky Society team up with radio DJ
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society have teamed-up with long-standing BBC Radio Scotland presenter, Vic Galloway, to pair his favourite music with SMWS whisky flavour profiles. Vic, who has been broadcasting weekly on BBC Radio 1, BBC Scotland and BBC 6 Music for over 22 years, is also an author of two music books, a DJ…
Read MoreThe Enchanted Forest has been cancelled for 2021
Perthshire’s multi-award-winning sound and light show The Enchanted Forest has been cancelled for 2021. Set against the stunning natural backdrop of Faskally Wood, organisers the Enchanted Forest Community Trust have produced world-class shows and won numerous awards, including being named as a finalist for Best Cultural Event at the Scottish Thistle Awards. From October to…
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