Posts Tagged ‘gin’
Ski Lodge opens for the winter in St Andrews
Think there’s no apres without ski? Think again. With the season – both ski and festive almost upon us, The Adamson Restaurant and Bar in St Andrews launches an alpine-themed pop up and apres bar. Rocking up on South Street in the former Burger restaurant site from November 30-January 6 equipped with seasonal hot cocktails,…
Read MoreDouble awards delight for William Grant & Sons
The 2018 International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) have taken place. These awards are known for setting the international benchmark for quality and recognising excellence in wines and spirits worldwide. The competition follows a rigorous judging process with more than 400 global experts judging products over a seven month period. Now in its 49th year,…
Read MoreIf you fancy this deluxe gin, it’s just £4000
The world’s most valuable gin is to go on sale at Harvey Nichols in Edinburgh. Luxury gin makers Jam Jar Gin have announced the arrival of Morus LXIV. This ultra-premium spirit – a very modern expression of British luxury – is produced in extremely limited quantities and will be sold exclusively at retail through Harvey…
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 MoreEdinburgh Gin plans to create new city centre distillery
Multi-award-winning spirits brand Edinburgh Gin has today announced its plans to invest in a new multi-million-pound distillery in Edinburgh city centre. The development includes acquisition of large-scale premises on East Market Street, in the heart of the city’s historic Old Town. The new distillery will invite visitors to embark on a journey through the history…
Read MoreSpuntini will be living La Vita local in city centre
A popular Italian restaurant in Glasgow is opening a new outlet in the city centre. La Vita Spuntini Gordon Street opened to the public in soft launch mode earlier this month. After La Vita Pizzeria restaurants on George Square and in Bishopbriggs, Piccolino E Vino in Newton Mearns and Spuntini Byres Road, the Gordon Street…
Read MoreCrime novelist set to launch Granite Noir festival
Aberdeen’s crime writing festival Granite Noir is all set to launch its third festival programme at a special event this weekend. Local crime novelist Stuart MacBride will join the team behind Granite Noir to share the secrets of the festival’s 2019 programme and mark its official launch. Granite Noir 2019 will take place from Friday…
Read MoreLidl House of Hortus offers a treat for the senses
Last week, Edinburgh’s Castle Street was transformed into a gin-lovers’ paradise. Set in a small, but beautifully decorated marquee, the Lidl House of Hortus pop-up gin club offered guests the chance to sample their extensive range of budget artisan gins. A feast for the eyes, walking into the venue felt like a treat in itself.…
Read MoreLidl pops-up in Edinburgh with gin range
Peter Ranscombe heads down to the capital’s Castle Street for a preview of the German grocer’s gin range. POP-UPS have become a regular fixture on our high streets, filling empty shops with retailers for a short period of time. They can be a great way for new businesses to dip their toes into the water…
Read MoreDundee set for North Hop food and drink festival
A popular Scottish themed food and drink festival is preparing to take up residence inside a giant pop-up marquee at Apex City Hotel in Dundee later this month. The 1,125 square metre marquee is set to host a series of unique events and festivals, including Spirit of North Hop Dundee, celebrating Scottish spirits and much…
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