Posts Tagged ‘whisky’
Highland whisky will make fringe show debut
A Scotch whisky is set to make debut at Edinburgh Festival Fringe next month. Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky will make feature in an interactive new event series exploring the traditions behind Scotland’s slowest whisky stills. Taking place on selected dates from 3-26 August at Cannonball Restaurant and Bar on Castlehill, Unhurried – Glengoyne’s…
Read MoreTaking the story of a famous whisky to the world
A new short film looking at the heritage of a famous Scotch whisky has been released. Diageo has released the film online, examining the heritage and making of Johnnie Walker, Scotch: From Scotland To The World takes viewers to the places where Johnnie Walker is made and introduces them to the talented people who make…
Read MoreNew whisky from Tomatin with a Moscatel finish
Highland whisky distillery Tomatin has today revealed the release of its new limited edition Moscatel finished whisky. The expression, which was distilled in 2003, is aged 15 years and has a limited run of just over 6000 bottles available worldwide. The whisky has been finished in first fill Portuguese Moscatel wine barriques for a period…
Read MoreJust one week to go until Edinburgh Food Festival
Food lovers across Edinburgh and the Lothians have only one week to wait until this year’s Edinburgh Food Festival kicks off in Assembly George Square Gardens. Starting from Wednesday, 25 July, over 20 top local food and drink producers will be on the menu during the free five-day event, including Edinburgh’s Thinking Chocolate, Alandas Scottish…
Read MoreDid you know that tea grows in the Highlands?
Scotland has many fantastic items when it comes to natural produce – whisky, fruit, vegetables – but one that doesn’t automatically spring to mind is tea. But two women have launched a Scottish grown black tea and are helping to cultivate Scotland’s rich history in the tea industry. Erica Moore from eteaket tea in Edinburgh…
Read MoreRestaurant to open in former Royal Bank HQ
A multi award-winning restaurant is opening its doors in the Scottish capital this week. Hawksmoor – the highly anticipated 185 cover steak and seafood restaurant from Will Beckett and Huw Gott – is situated within a grand Art Deco banking hall on St Andrew Square, Edinburgh. It features a locally inspired menu and unique interior,…
Read MoreA double honour for Distiller of the Year Dr Bill
The man behind two successful Scotch whiskies has been named as Distiller of the Year at a renowned industry competition, for the second time. Dr Bill Lumsden, the driving force behind Glenmorangie and Ardbeg’s acclaimed whisky creation, was honoured at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) for his innovation and exceptional craftsmanship, The Glenmorangie Company’s director…
Read MoreChasing the Dram: Finding the Spirit of Whisky
What’s the story? Whisky, now a global phenomenon and the mark of sophisticated drinkers world-wide, has been Scotland’s national drink for over five-hundred years. However despite this, whisky is still hardly ever used in cooking. Well… Rachel McCormack aims to change that with this book. Interspersing an interesting mix of anecdotes, history and information on…
Read MoreThe Macallan goes to the dark side with M Black
A new dram which has been crafted to reflect the diverse history of The Macallan single malt and house a subtly smoky flavour. M Black is the latest and most complex release in The Macallan Decanter Series. It celebrates the mastery, creativity and character that defines the very heart of The Macallan’s single malt. An…
Read MoreGet set to celebrate The Open with a tasty cocktail
A new cocktail is being created ahead of this year’s Open being held in Scotland. Loch Lomond Whiskies, the official spirit of The Open, will have golf fans shaken and stirred with its bespoke new cocktail, dedicated to the internationally renowned course at Carnoustie. The Barry Burn, which will be available to sample onsite at…
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