Distiller’s amazing charity gesture – in perpetuity

A Scots family distiller has announced that it will be donating £1 per bottle for all on-going sales to Motor Neurone Disease, in perpetuity. Arbikie Distillery, which is based on Scotland’s scenic east coast by Lunan Bay is owned and run by the Stirling brothers, who named their award-winning AK’s Gin after their father, Alex…

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Supermarket’s support for Scottish firms

The success of its Scottish Gin and Beer Festivals has promoted a leading supermarket to relaunch several of its most popular alcohol lines. After flying off the shelves during last year’s Scottish Gin and Beer Festivals, ALDI is again celebrating the drinks created by some of Scotland’s top craft distilleries and breweries. On sale now,…

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Welcome news at plans for littering drivers

Environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful has welcomed the Scottish Government’s commitment to make it an offence to litter from vehicles. It follows a announcement from the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform, that Holyrood will vote on proposed legislation. Keep Scotland Beautiful has been pushing for a change to legislation in this…

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A tasty Kiwi smoothie will give you a healthy boost

Fresh ingredients make such a difference when you’re looking for something healthy. This week we’re bringing you some recipes with a difference, courtesy of the award-winning Eteaket  – a Scottish independent whole leaf tea company based in Edinburgh. Today we present a simple recipe for a smoothie with a cheeky name – the Kiwi Kick…

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A delicious smoothie with added goodness

Are you a fan of smoothies? If so, we’ve got the perfect healthy drink for you. This week we’re bringing you some recipes with a different, courtesy of the award-winning Eteaket  – a Scottish independent whole leaf tea company based in Edinburgh. Today we present a recipe for a Mighty Mango Kombu Matcha Medley smoothie.…

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Search is on for the Chivas Masters Global Champion

Chivas blended Scotch whisky has launched its search for the 2019 Chivas Masters Global Champion. Launched six years ago, the Chivas Masters is a global competition that celebrates the individual blend that makes world class bartenders who they are – while championing the spirit of collaboration that drives this creative community to achieve even greater…

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Oro Distilling Company hope it’s V for victorious

Fresh from the successful launch of their debut gin, the Oro Distilling Company has announced the release of its follow-up gin: Oro V. Already an award-winner, Oro V is a modern style of Scottish Dry gin, with a subtler and fresher flavour than its original counterpart. With a soft juniper start, Oro V opens out…

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Why BrewDog were not barking up the wrong tree

Whether they are brewing beers at the bottom of the ocean, or bottling them in taxidermy squirrels, BrewDog has started a craft beer revolution. Gone are the days of bland yellow lagers, poured from uninspired glass bottles. Looking around the latest pubs that have appeared on our streets in the last decade, it takes no…

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Bakery’s sweet and savouries are Manna from heaven

My son and I stopped into The Manna House Bakery in South Queensferry for lunch on a wet and windy Saturday afternoon. The staff were friendly and welcoming. There were a huge range of savoury options – pasta bakes, paninis and wholesome soups, all served with a selection of tasty breads. I chose the vegetarian pasta…

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Holland Cooper marks its first year in Edinburgh

Luxury British brand Holland Cooper Edinburgh is celebrating its first birthday this week. A firm favourite with royalty and rockstars alike, Holland Cooper Edinburgh is headed up by franchisee Nadia Cunningham-Alexander, and the Multrees Walk store has enjoyed a successful first year of business. To celebrate the store’s birthday, the Holland Cooper team will be…

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