Posts Tagged ‘whisky’
Scottish locations given a starring role in 10 top films
If the right location is the key to a film’s success, then Scotland deserves an Oscar. The number of films which have been shot here over the decades is phenomenal, bringing in a host of tourists from overseas. Here we present 10 locations you may want to visit. 1. Rannoch Moor Trainspotting is a very…
Read MoreNew 12 year old is the story from Tobermory
One of Scotland’s oldest distilleries is celebrating its return to production following a 24 month intermission. During that time the distillery team at Tobermory have been obsessively perfecting and crafting a new signature expression – Tobermory 12 Year Old. During the past two years, the Hebridean distillery has been on a journey of self-discovery taking inspiration…
Read MoreThe four elements inspire Old Particular 2019
The elements have inspired a new series of Old Particular Single Cask Limited Edition bottlings for 2019 from Scotch whisky specialist Douglas Laing & Co. The four elements of Fire, Air, Earth and Water are the inspiration for the range. The series launches with the Fire bottling which, very aptly, is a mocha-spiced Craigellachie 12…
Read MoreIt’s the perfect guide to the best whiskies around
Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow has crafted the ultimate manual to help experts and beginners appreciate Scotland’s national drink. His genuine passion for whisky shines through, and in this book he showcases over 750 varieties of the iconic Scottish drink. He also includes a step-by-step guide on the art of whisky tasting, its journey to our…
Read MoreWorld Class Bartender workshops come to Scotland
The hunt is on for Scotland’s top bartender – with the aim of finding the best on the planet. Diageo Reserve’s world-renowned bartender competition, World Class, is set to return, launching with its UK-wide studios tour next month. On the hunt for the very best home-grown talent, there will be two Scottish events taking place…
Read MoreAn Auld Alliance of food for a delicious treat
Scottish Field loves to bring you recipes every week – and today we bring you Cranachan Parfait from Scot Jill Colonna in Paris. Last week we brought you recipes from Christina Conte, an ex-pat Scot living in Los Angeles. And now we continue our international recipes, courtesy of Jill Colonna, another Scot, who now lives in…
Read MoreA new education awaits at Drink School Scotland
We all like something different for a night to remember every now and again. For David Austin, that’s his everyday job. He’s the owner of Drink School Scotland, and he knows what he’s talking about – after all, he has been involved in the wine, spirits and hospitality industry for more than 30 years, at…
Read MoreChris’ new life in the USA is a world away from rugby
As the Six Nations kicks off, former Scotland rugby hero Chris Cusiter is a world away from the game. The 36-year-old made 70 appearances for Scotland, in a carer which also saw him play for the Glasgow Warriors, Border Reivers, Perpignan and Sale Sharks, before reporter. Now retired from the game, he is now working…
Read MoreA new secret to be found in whisky-filled Cave Bar
A Scots hotel has revealed its biggest secret – a brand-new casual dining experience in its award-winning Cave Bar. 1236 is a new chapter in the history of Meldrum House in Aberdeenshire. The Cave Bar is in the oldest part of the 800-year old building and so it seemed apt to call it 1236 –…
Read MoreWhere are the best whisky bars and visitor experiences?
Do you know a good whisky bar or visitor experience? If so, we want to hear from you. This year’s Bars and Distilleries awards, a part of the year-long Scottish Field Whisky Challenge, will begin by opening up to public nominations. The Scottish Field Whisky Challenge, now in its 19th year, comprises of the Summer…
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