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Three extra special whisky casks go to charity auction
The Holyrood Distillery in Edinburgh has partnered with Whisky Auctioneer to offer three ‘extra special’ whisky casks up for charity auction. Matured in ex-bourbon barrels, this is an excellent opportunity for whisky enthusiasts to get their hands on three rare casks as they are completely distinctive from Holyrood Distillery’s current Made by Edinburgh cask programme,…
Read MoreNaked Grouse whisky rebranded as Naked Malt
Macallan-owner Edrington is re-presenting its Naked Grouse whisky brand with a new identity. Embracing its independent spirit and honouring the liquid by placing a first-fill sherry cask centre stage on the bottle, the brand will also evolve to Naked Malt to reinforce its quality credentials and reflect the blend of some of Scotland’s finest single…
Read MoreGlen Scotia reveals line up for 2021 virtual festival
Glen Scotia has revealed the schedule for this year’s virtual Glen Scotia malts festival which will go live next month. On June 7, for the second year running, the festival will be run entirely digitally, with whisky fans from all around the world able to access a range of different events and content by visiting…
Read MoreMorrisons distillers launches its new range
Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers have launched their awaited portfolio of brands which include a wide variety of unique and exceptional casks from pedigree distilleries across Scotland. Since coming under sole ownership of Brian and Jamie Morrison last year, Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (formerly Morrison and Mackay) have completely refined their portfolio. The Morrison family can…
Read MoreGlenAllachie launches its oldest whisky to date
The GlenAllachie Distillery is launching its oldest and most prestigious core offering yet: The GlenAllachie 30-year-old Cask Strength Batch 1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Hot on the heels of winning the World’s Best Single Malt award (World Whiskies Awards, 2021), a brand-new addition to the GlenAllachie’s flagship range, Batch 1 of The GlenAllachie 30-year-old is…
Read MoreEurope’s first stoat detection dogs arrive in Orkney
Three specially trained conservation detection dogs are the most recent team members for a project to safeguard Orkney’s native wildlife. The trio will be using their sensitive noses to assist the world’s largest stoat eradication. The first stoat detection dogs in Europe have arrived in Orkney. They are the latest team members for a project…
Read MoreScottish gin is making its way across the Atlantic
Isle of Harris Distillery has announced that its multi-award winning gin is making its way to American shores. The boutique distillery, founded in 2015 on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, is known as the ‘Social Distillery. MISA Imports, a US wine and spirits import company based in Dallas, Texas have partnered with…
Read MoreJura whisky unveils distillery cask Fèis Ìle edition
Jura single malt whisky has announced the launch of its Distillery Cask Fèis Ìle Edition 2021. It is set for release on the distillery’s official day of Fèis Ìle on June 6. This special single cask release will, for the first time, support the vital annual Jura Music Festival. Fully matured for 18 years in…
Read MoreOffers over £1.6 million to buy this Scottish estate
A compact residential estate with outstanding views over the River Tay to the hills beyond is for sale – with a closing date on May 19 2021. With a principal house in Highland Perthshire, two detached cottages, grazing land, salmon fishing rights and woodland, it is available as a whole or in lots. Presented by…
Read MoreCelebrate Islay’s festival of music and malt with a bottle
When it comes to whisky, few celebrations are as eagerly anticipated as Islay’s festival of music and malt – Fèis Ìle. Established almost 30 years ago, the festival draws visitors from across the globe to the thriving shores of the island each year to experience its community, culture, and its world-renowned whisky. Now, the most…
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