The stars came out for new restaurant opening

It was a party with plenty of glamour – as the latest Italian restaurant in Glasgow opened its doors this week to a host of celebrities and VIPs. It’s the first Spuntini in the City Centre from the La Vita restaurant group, and they’ve lavished over £1 million on the former Robertson Outerwear site on…

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Whisky celebration for a decade of the Bruadairs

The tenth anniversary of popular houses on the country estate have been toasted by their whisky partner. George Dark, one of the kilted whisky guides from Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery, has raised a dram to the ever-popular Bruadair Houses on the Mains of Taymouth 5 star Country Estate & Golf Course at nearby Kenmore, along with…

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This trio of whiskies form a classic collection

Three single malt whiskies from the Benromach Classic Range are set to be a perfect Christmas present. Epitomising the traditional Speyside style, these Benromach whiskies are beautifully balanced with a light touch of smoke. Matured in a mixture of first fill bourbon barrels and first fill sherry casks, the flagship Benromach 10 Years Old exemplifies…

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Enjoy a fantastic festive fizz with a whisky

Loch Lomond Single Malt is getting into the festive season – Scottish style. It has crafted the perfect serve for revellers planning to welcome the New Year. Marrying whisky and fizz, the Loch Lomond Sparkling Gold is designed to satisfy the staunchest of traditionalists, while also providing the ever-pleasing pop of a cork. Made with…

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Tickets set to go on sale for The Steamie at Hogmanay

It’s been a Scottish favourite for decades – and The Steamie is coming to the SSE Hydro next Hogmany. Neil Laidlaw and Jason Haigh-Ellery present The Steamie, which has been a massive hit since it was first written by Tony Roper 31 years ago. Tickets go on sale this Friday, for the production in 2019.…

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Sixth release in Glengoyne’s Teapot Dram series release

The much-anticipated sixth release from Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has been announced. From the Teapot Dram series, Batch No. 006 is matured in first fill Oloroso sherry oak casks and has a natural, rich amber hue and notes of cinnamon, marzipan and cloves. The Teapot Dram series has been created in tribute to…

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Kiwi Jason is the new face of Talisker whisky

Premium Scotch whisky Talisker has a new brand ambassador – and he’s from New Zealand! Diageo Reserve has appointed Jason Clark to the post. Originally hailing from New Zealand, Jason joins the Diageo Reserve team in the UK and has recently celebrated 20 years in the bar industry. He has represented New Zealand in various…

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Double 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,…

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A 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…

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Why meat is good for you – and the environment

Eating red meat sourced from Scotland is good for your health. That’s the view of Quality Meat Scotland and the Institute for Global Food Security, who also cite the nation’s farming and geography as helping the environment, rather than damaging it. Their statements come after a Committee on Climate Change (CCC) Report. Kate Rowell, chair…

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