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Picture perfect biography of famed Scots artist

Godfrey Bell was prompted to write Colin Hunter of the Holland Park Circle after moving to the same area – Holland Park Circle in Kensington,...

Scots rugby stars try their hand as mix masters

Eden Mill, the official gin of Scottish Rugby, has released a light-hearted video of Scottish rugby stars Adam Hastings and Blair Kinghorn making cocktails inspired...
A coloured lithograph from a series depicting a Mary, Queen of Scots-themed mask ball held in France. Produced in 1829.

Exhibition marks Mary Queen of Scots’ death

Mary, Queen of Scots enthusiasts will have the chance to view rare material from the National Library of Scotland’s collections next weekend. This will take...
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A handy guide to buying your first caravan

Owning a caravan or motorhome offers the ultimate in freedom and spontaneity. It’s great value for money and allows you to travel around the UK...
The Glover family in the early 1900s

The Scottish Samurai who modernised Japan

A hero, a founding father of modern Japan, and the Scottish Samurai. These are just a few of the titles bestowed upon the merchant Thomas...

Craftsman Angus has reached the turning point

Angus Clyne, originally from Glenuig in Lochaber, is a man of many talents. Past professions have included fisherman, chef, DJ and busker, but now Angus’...

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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Gin Bothy unveils plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route

Scottish producer Gin Bothy has unveiled plans for a whisky distillery on a historic smuggling route.  The distillery in Glen Prosen, Angus, sits on land...
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Scotch Malt Whisky Society releases two new Taiwanese whiskies

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has released two new Taiwanese whiskies. The whisky club is shining a spotlight on the five-year-old single malt Taiwanese...

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