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A novel take on turbulent marriage of Robert Burns
The Jewel is a historical novel which follows the dramatic years of Jean Armour and Robert Burns’ courtship, and their turbulent, passionate married life. Bringing...

Scottish Crime Book of the Year to be announced
The longlist for the McIlvanney Prize 2019 and the shortlist for the inaugural debut Scottish Crime Book of the Year have been announced. The winner...

Mara Seaweed earns its place on Tesco’s mentoring programme
Edinburgh based food producer, Mara Seaweed is delighted to announce its inclusion in Tesco’s 2019 Incubator programme. It is just one of six UK food and drink brands, and the only one from...

Outlander star receives honorary degree from Stirling
Award-winning Scots actor Sam Heughan, best known for playing the lead role in hit television show Outlander, has spoken of his delight after receiving an...
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How the UK–India trade deal opens door in the Scotch whisky industry
Euan Duncan, a Partner at law firm Morton Fraser MacRoberts, on how the UK–India trade deal will affect Scottish whisky and the importance of geographical...

Scottish Field Summer Challenge 2025 Results
For 25 years – a quarter of a century – the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge has been helping readers to discover some of the best...

A Dram with Stewart Bowman, Lochranza: ‘Whisky is not just about making something to drink. It’s about the people and the place, it’s a journey’
Lochranza distillery manager Stewart Bowman chats about his career in whisky, his favourite flavour profiles and what makes Lochranza and Arran whisky so special. ...

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...