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Crime and punishment – 10 infamous Scots trials
Some of Scotland’s most infamous criminals have fallen foul of the law and ended up in the dock in ten of the country’s most remarkable...
The man who saved the army – without holding rank
Sir John Pringle saved the lives of countless soldiers without ever commanding a battalion. This well researched book by a fellow physician tells the story...
Eat Game Awards opening for nominations
The start of pheasant season on 1 October coincides with the opportunity for individuals to nominate the heroes of our rural Scottish communities and all...
A delicious pair of bagels are on the way
National Seafood Week and National Chocolate Week fall in October this year - and both are being celebrated in bagel form. Bross Bagels in Edinburgh...
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Ardbeg Smokiverse explores a new high gravity dimension
Islay-based Ardbeg Distillery has unveiled Ardbeg Smokiverse - its new limited-edition release to mark Ardbeg Day 2025, which takes place on Saturday 31st May as the...
Glen Scotia reveals oldest ever whisky – a 50-year-old that’s the first edition in its new Elements series
Glen Scotia has unveiled a 50-year-old as the first edition in its new Elements of Campbeltown collection. The Elements of Campbeltown Collection takes inspiration from...
The Macallan unveils single malts inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh – including rare 46 Year Old
The Macallan has launched two single malts inspired by Scottish artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh, including a 46 Year Old whisky. Inspired by Mackintosh’s 1902 stained-glass...
A Dram with Ben Curtis, The Single Cask: ‘Older doesn’t always mean better. It’s the cask that makes the whisky’
It has been a busy year for the team at The Single Cask as they opened up their new flagship bar in Singapore and expanded...
