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Scots baronial mansion designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh up for sale – and it has some of the best views in Scotland

This incredible Scots baronial mansion on Wemyss Bay beach, which was designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and is said to have some of the best...
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In a Nutshell: Chef Francesco Ascrizzi, Sotto, Edinburgh

Born in Catanzaro, Calabria, Francesco Ascrizzi moved to Edinburgh in 2013 and has worked at some of Edinburgh’s best restaurants. He joined Sotto as head chef...
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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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John Bellany: Life of one of the most notable British artists celebrated in Edinburgh

He’s regarded as one of the most notable British artists of the 20th century and widely known for his fearless self-portraitists. But now the life...
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Life on the Loch: Former timber bothy on shores of Loch Tay hits the market – and comes with a private beach

If you have ever wanted to live on a Scottish Loch, this might just be the property for you - and it comes with a...
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Historic 20th century photographs of Midlothian village Roslin go on display

A new online exhibition featuring historic photographs of the Midlothian village of Roslin has been launched.  Some 40 photographs which are part of The Bryce...

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Scotch £6bn exports bonanza and more whisky news

SCOTCH whisky exports broke through the £6 billion barrier last year for the first time. Distillers exported £6.2bn-worth of our national drink, climbing from £4.52bn...
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Dram good time in the glen

Two powerhouses of Perthshire tourism have combined to produce a whisky tour quite unlike any other I've been on, writes editor Richard Bath. STRALOCH ESTATE...

REVIEW: Old Perth PX

Drinks blogger James Robertson reviews Old Perth PX Blended Malt Scotch Whisky. SOMETIMES it seems we get too caught up with single malt Scotch whisky....
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Whisky news round-up: Skincare and more

Peter Ranscombe raises another irreverent glass to all the latest whisky news from Scotland. THE Scotch Malt Whisky Society has nearly notched up 40,000 members...
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Whisky news round-up: Speyburn, Macallan, and more

Peter Ranscombe takes another look at the world of Scotch whisky. SPEYBURN distillery is preparing to welcome visitors for the first time in its 125-year...

Raising a glass to this year’s whisky festivals

SCOTLAND'S whisky festival season is getting underway, with The National Whisky Festival returning to SWG3 in Glasgow tomorrow as part of Celtic Connections. The festival...

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