Posts Tagged ‘Christmas’
The used whisky casks finding a brand new use
If you suddenly found that you had over 3000 whisky casks on your hands, what exactly would you do? That’s exactly the situation that Patrick Keir found himself in earlier this year. Having spotted an eye for a business venture, but wasn’t exactly sure to begin with, he’s now selling the former casks in an…
Read MoreA new Scotch whisky gets an American slant
A Scotch whisky has been given an American twist ahead of the Christmas market. The Glen Moray Fired Oak Cask 10-Year-Old Single Malt Whisky is released this month, as the Glen Moray team continue to develop their ‘Gateway to Flavour’ by adding a new expression which is intensely sweet and smooth. Master Distiller, Graham Coull…
Read MoreSerene Santa’s Grotto for children with autism
Santa’s farmyard cottage will become a serene haven for children with autism and their families on 1 December. Almond Valley have teamed up with Lothian Autistic Society to offer exclusive visits to Santa for children who may get distressed with loud music, flashing lights and long queues. Instead of a bright, noisy environment, Santa will…
Read MoreIt’s a ho ho home run for Santa at Bowhill
On the first day of December, Santas and elves of all ages will gather at the grounds of Bowhill House in Selkirk to spread festive cheer. They will be taking part in a one mile or 5km fun run. Santas and elves will be rewarded with festive treats to heat themselves up after the race…
Read MoreMore Scots are celebrating Christmas away
With the festive season fast approaching, Macdonald Resorts has found a growing trend of people planning to go away for Christmas with a 66% increase in the number of nights booked across both its UK and Spanish locations. The most significant increase comes from those looking to celebrate the festive period abroad, with Macdonald’s Spanish…
Read MoreEight new single casks released by GlenAllachie
The full spectrum of spirits being created at The GlenAllachie Distillery can now be enjoyed with the release of a series of single cask editions. These are its first batches of single casks specially selected for different markets and retailers. Master distiller Billy Walker has personally chosen a selection of casks that showcase the GlenAllachie…
Read MoreFlavours of the festive season captured in gin
A supermarket is releasing a range of limited edition gins from Scotland, inspired by the festive season. Part of the St Andrews based distiller Eden Mill’s Botanical Project, the Winter Warmer Gin (£19.99, 50cl) and Baked Apple and Salted Caramel Liqueur (£14.99, 50cl) are both exclusive to ALDI. On sale now, the seasonal, limited-edition Winter…
Read MoreSWG3 sheds some light with its new artful installation
One of Scotland’s leading multi-discipline arts venues has today unveiled a stunning exterior light installation – part of the venue’s festive programme. Running from now until mid-January, the installation, called New Glasgow, is the creation of Glasgow-based artist Patrick Jameson and takes centre stage on the gable-end façade of SWG3. The installation can be observed…
Read MoreScotland’s national chef on cookbook signing tour
Scotland’s national chef will be attending a series of book signings at selected Dobbies Garden Centres in the run up to Christmas. The 2016 MasterChef champion Gary Maclean was appointed by the Scottish Government as Scotland’s first national chef in November 2017, and fans will be provided the opportunity to meet the TV star and…
Read MoreNew additions in time for Burns and Christmas
Old Pulteney is celebrating the launch of its new range with treats to tempt malt whisky lovers over the festive and Burns seasons. The Maritime Malt has added three exquisite new expressions to its family, with the non-aged smoky Huddart, 15 and 18 Years Old expressions joining Old Pulteney’s signature award-winning 12 Years Old malt…
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