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A fascinating history of Scotland’s pubs

Having visited Scotland, Samuel Johnson, James Boswell, Dorothy Wordsworth and Robert Southey all wrote accounts of their experiences in its taverns, inns, public houses and...

So much to see in these 20 recommended walks

Raasay, with its rocky coastlines, dense forests and beautiful lochs, is a paradise for walkers. The twenty routes in this illustrated guide, Exploring Raasay, explore...

Downpour marks the first gin from North Uist

The only legal distillery located on Scotland’s outermost Hebridean islands of Uist, has today announced the release of the island’s first ever gin, Downpour.   Crafted...

Distillery to open its doors for Spirit of Speyside

A new batch of cask finish gin is being released in time for distillery open days during the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival. Running from...

Top food and drink awards launch for 2019

The Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards are calling for entries from food and drink businesses across the region. The 16 categories are now...

Buses in the highlands take centre stage

O’er Highland Highways  covers the operation of the highly valued bus and coach services of David MacBrayne from 1906 to 1972. It also includes the...

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The Macallan releases rare 84 Year Old dram – its oldest ever whisky

The Macallan has released a rare 84 Year Old dram - the oldest whisky to come from the distillery. The whisky, from 1940, forms part...
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Charity founded by whisky writer Charlie Maclean helps bring clean water to nearly 2,000 after first year

A fledgling Scottish charity founded by iconic whisky writer Charlie Maclean has provided clean water for life to 1,847 Madagascans after just a year.  The...
The Balvenie Fifty - Landscape bottle & drams

The Balvenie launches first in a trilogy of rare expressions

The Balvenie has launched the first in a trilogy of rare expressions that will form a new collecion to be released over three years. The...
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Beyoncé launches whisky after collaborating with a leading Scotch expert

Pop sensation Beyoncé has launched her own whisky, after collaborating with a leading Scotch expert. The star worked with Moët Hennessy, a subsidiary of LVMH,...
ULTRA Launch 2

Murray McDavid Whisky Unveils ULTRA collection

Renowned Scotch whisky brand Murray McDavid has introduced its most prestigious collection yet – ULTRA. The collection is a showcase of rare whiskies, each matured...
Ardnahoe x Skerryvore

Scottish folk-rock band Skerryvore appointed global band ambassador at Ardnahoe Distillery

Scottish folk-rock band Skerryvore has been appointed as the global band ambassador of Ardnahoe Distillery. The band are planning a series of special whisky sessions...

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