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Distilleries unite to support hospitality workers
Tobermory, Bunnahabhain and Deanston Distilleries are donating 10% of all product sales through their online stores to The BEN – in aid of Scottish hospitality industry workers affected by covid-19. The BEN is offering vital social, emotional, and financial support to the licensed trade, with Covid-19 leading to an unprecedented demand for their services, as…
Read MoreHow to keep your car roadworthy when not in use
During the period of social lockdown that is in force throughout Scotland – and much of the rest of the world, for that matter – you may not be going out in your car as much, if at all. Of course, for certain key workers, heading out in their car may be necessary every day.…
Read MoreRaising a special dram to mark his 75th birthday
The GlenAllachie Distillery’s master distiller Billy Walker was given some good news just days before his 75th birthday. Billy has won the prestigious Icons of Whisky Global Master Blender/Distiller of the Year award and the World Whiskies Awards World’s Best Blended Malt for its MacNair’s Lum Reek 21 year old at the Whisky Magazine Awards.…
Read MoreGrant’s switches to producing sanitiser alcohol
William Grant & Sons is shifting production at three of its distilleries to supply about five million litres of ethanol over the next eight weeks for the production of much-needed hand sanitiser. This is to help protect people around the world from the coronavirus. The company has confirmed that production of ethanol that conforms to…
Read MoreAdvice on caring for animals during outbreak
Guidance for animal owners related to the coronavirus outbreak has been published by the Scottish Government. All animals owners are advised to: • consider how they would continue to care for their animals if self-isolating • keep dogs from self-isolating households on a lead when in public • follow general hygiene measures Rural Affairs minister…
Read MoreWorld’s first lockdown whisky festival announced
Tomatin single malt will be hosting the world’s first Lockdown Whisky Festival next month. They will be holding it alongside an array of whisky brands including Glen Moray, Arran and BenRiach, with a view to bringing enjoyment to the general public and the whisky industry which, like many others, has faced event cancellations and postponements…
Read MoreWatch Dunnottar Castle restored before your eyes
A famous ruined Scots castle has been brought back to life – digitally. Dunnottar Castle in Stonehaven is one of seven European castles restored to their former glories. As efforts to contain the effects of the Covid-19 crisis ramp up, millions of people across the globe are stuck at home. This project offers a slice…
Read MoreCall to avoid horse riding and hill walking
People are being urged not to horse ride, mountain bike or hill walk in the countryside to avoid putting extra pressure on the emergency services. Scottish Land and Estates, the rural business organisation, has issued the plea after its members have reported having to help people who are injured, often in remote areas, at a…
Read MoreThere’s no escape from the cruel sea
The anonymous grave of a drowned merchant seaman washed up on Mull provides a timely reminder of just how lethal the Atlantic Ocean can be. Halfway along a lonely road which passes alongside Loch Spelve on Mull, there is an isolated graveyard. It’s called Balure Cemetery, the name probably derived from the Gaelic word Ball-y-ure…
Read MoreA traditional home overlooking Loch Awe
Tigh an Daraich occupies a stunning river side location in a very picturesque and popular area of Argyll, close to Taynuilt village. The site comprises a unique and varied range of properties all under the same ownership, and offers a superb opportunity to acquire from a choice of traditional three bedroom family home with separate…
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