SUSAN NICKALLS GOES CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AND IS IMPRESSED BY THE RANGE OF QUALITY, OFTEN HAND-CRAFTED SCOTTISH GOODS AVAILABLE
When it comes to Christmas gifts Scotland has a veritable treasure-trove of high quality products that make ideal presents and stocking-fillers. The latest internet technology has made it even easier to access items by mail order, so you no longer have to live within driving distance of Jenners to b...
By Susan Nickalls
from Issue 5 published on 4/11/2002
TOM BRUCE-GARDYNE INVESTIGATES THE CREAM OF SCOTCH WHISKIES AND LIQUEURS FOR THE PERFECT FESTIVE TIPPLES
News that around two thirds of Scotch whisky is now sold during the festive season would be no great surprise to those who invented the drink back in the 15th century. Originally whisky was very much a seasonal brew, distilled after the harvest and drunk until it ran out, hopefully not before the sp...
By Tom Bruce-Gardyne
from Issue 5 published on 4/11/2002