Posts Tagged ‘whisky’
Following the spice route to Azaline
Peter Ranscombe samples a pinot noir-driven vermouth that takes drinkers on a trip to the Orient. ONE of the most exciting aspects of tasting a new drink is pulling it apart to study its components. Why does this wine taste of lemons, and butter, and vanilla? Why does this whisky taste of dark chocolate, and…
Read MoreHuge sales rise thanks to virtual drinks events
A Scots distillery has seen online sales increase by 250% over the past year, thanks to the success of their virtual drinks experiences. When COVID hit in March 2020, the Stirling Distillery tour, shop and gin school were all temporarily closed, so the business had to rethink its approach and fast. Founders June and Cameron…
Read MoreOutlander’s Sam Heughan is the star of our May 2021 edition
The May edition of Scottish Field is available to purchase now – and it’s a cracker of an issue. Our main feature of the month features our cover star, Outlander star Sam Heughan, in an eight-page interview, in which he gives the lowdown on Bond rumours, Men In Kilts, and his love for the water…
Read MoreWhat’s the craic with Beer 52’s Irish craft ales?
Peter Ranscombe joins drinks website Beer 52 for a virtual road trip around the island of Ireland’s breweries. FEW countries are associated as closely with a single drink as Ireland and stout. Guinness flows through Dublin’s veins, and few beers can claim to match its global brand recognition. Yet Ireland also has a thriving craft…
Read MoreNew head of whisky creation at Glen Moray Distillery
Glen Moray has announced that Stephen Woodcock will take the helm at the Speyside single malt whisky distillery from this month. Stephen, who brings a wealth of experience to his new role as head of whisky creation and stocks, will be responsible for developing Glen Moray’s wide range of inviting whiskies and championing its long-held…
Read MoreNew Laphroaig 10 year old is set to launch
Laphroaig is launching a 10 Year Old Sherry Oak in April – a new take on its much-loved and iconic single malt, to join its core range.  Finished in Oloroso sherry casks for 12 to 18months, this new expression combines the unforgettable flavour of Beam Suntory’s Laphroaig 10 Year Old with the sweet and aromatic…
Read MoreNew Littlemill release is a testament to the past
A limited edition release of 250 Littlemill Testament decanters has been launched. The new release celebrates Littlemill’s legacy as Scotland’s oldest licensed distillery and is contained in a luxury decanter which skilfully incorporates treasured remnants of the original distillery manager’s house giving collectors the opportunity to own a true piece of Scotch Whisky history. These…
Read MoreCap Classique: Are these the world’s best-value bubbles?
Peter Ranscombe celebrates 50 years of South Africa’s flagship sparkling wine. IF YOU went to a party and all the guests were sparkling wines then you’d be able to spot the usual suspects. There’s Champagne over there, holding court, and hogging the limelight. Then there’s Prosecco in the middle of the dance floor, causing trouble…
Read MoreAll is still no more at the Falkirk Distillery
The Falkirk Distillery is now distilling single malt whisky, after a frustrating period of delays. Issues relating to planning due to the proximity to a section of the Antonine Wall and the global pandemic slowed down their progress. But, finally, founder George Stewart is delighted to be back on track. He said it was ‘a…
Read MoreBarra Distillery reveals its ÂŁ5million plans
Isle of Barra Distillers have revealed plans to build a whisky and gin distillery on the island. They plan a ÂŁ5 million distillery, with a visitor centre, which is expected to bring at least 30 jobs on the island and generate tourism both locally and further afield. Kate and Michael Morrison started developing the plans…
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