Haggis ice cream at iconic Scots restaurant

One of Scotland’s most iconic restaurants is taking a creative approach to its Burns Night menu this year by putting a new haggis-spiced dessert on the menu for sweet-toothed foodies from January 21-31. Head chef Scott Davies at The Three Chimneys at Colbost, Isle of Skye, has used the spices which flavour a traditional haggis…

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Robson Green opens salmon fishing season on River Tay

The official opening ceremony of the River Tay salmon fishing season took place at Meikleour in Perthshire on Saturday. The opening was hosted by Meikleour Fishings and the Tay District Salmon Fisheries Board. In contrast to previous years, the opening was not be a public affair, given Covid guidance. The event will be scaled-down and…

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Benriach miniatures launched for Burns Night

Benriach have launched three packs of miniatures just in time to enjoy while ceilidhing on Zoom, toasting at a Burns supper, or sitting by the fire. The expressions have been created by Dr Rachel Barrie, also known as the first lady of Scotch whisky, to encapsulate the full spectrum of whisky flavour making them great…

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MasterChef winner ready to serve up a special Burns Night

A special Burns Supper is taking place in St Andrews later this month. Executive chef and MasterChef: The Professionals winner, Derek Johnstone, will be teaming up with Richard Turner, chef and co-founder of London butcher Turner & George for a very special Burns Night Supper at 18, St Andrews on Tuesday, January 25. The rooftop…

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Darnley’s launches gin in recyclable pouches

Darnley’s Gin has announced the launch of its recyclable gin pouches as part of their 2022 sustainability strategy. This new plan aims to spread environmental awareness and sustainable practices throughout the brand. The brand-new range is primarily aimed at existing fans, who can simply order their re-fill and decant the gin into their Darnley’s bottles…

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Michelin star is the new target for the Glenturret

The Glenturret – Scotland’s oldest working distillery – had a phenomenal year in 2021, but now they’ve set their sights even higher this year. The distillery, located in the heart of Crieff, celebrates an exceptional year with 31 international award wins, success at a groundbreaking Sotheby’s auction, a collaboration with the country’s most renowned hotel,…

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Fine and rare whiskies going under the hammer in Glasgow

More than 300 lots of fine whiskies, wines and other spirits are going under the hammer in Glasgow later this month. McTear’s is holding a Whisky: Fine and Rare sale on Friday, January 21, at 10.30am, when they have 337 lots for sale. Leading the way is the instantly recognisable Black Bowmore 1964 First release…

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A recipe for a warming salted honey hot toddy

It’s National Hot Toddy Day tomorrow, January 11, and to mark the occasion, Old Pulteney has created a gorgeous Salted Honey Hot Toddy recipe. Old Pulteney, The Maritime Malt, presents their salted honey twist on the well-loved classic. Featuring a 12-year-old Scotch from the UK’s most northernly shores and tasting notes of salted honey, anise,…

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Julieann Fernandez wins Icons of Whisky Scottish title

Distell International’s master blender, Julieann Fernandez, has won the regional Icons of Whisky award for Scotland at the World Whisky Awards ceremony in Edinburgh. Julieann Fernandez is the master blender for Distell Group – spanning Bunnahabhain, Tobermory and Deanston distilleries, Black Bottle and Scottish Leader. Aged only 30, she is one of the youngest people…

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A new look for one of Scotland’s favourite whiskies

Bell’s Original Whisky has been given a new look. The UK’s second biggest blended Scotch whisky has been given a new bottle, which was launched with a £1 million media investment behind the brand’s first TV commercial in six years. The new packaging for Bell’s Original is in 70cl and 1L formats. The refreshed bottle…

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