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Scotsman
an hour ago
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- Scotsman
Win rare whisky in Master of Malt competition
Win thousands of pounds worth of Whisky for the price of a bottle of Bells with Master of Malt's competitions | Master of Malt This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Think you can tell your Laphroaig from your Glenfarclas? Master of Malt is giving whisky lovers a shot at owning a rare and pricey dram. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Do you think you know your Ardbeg from your Auchentoshan? Or your Lagavulin from your Laphroaig? Whisky geeks might be in with a chance of winning a super-rare, super-expensive spirit in a series of competitions by Master of Malt. The online purveyor of sumptuous Scotches has lined up some of the rarest whisky in the world to be give away as prizes, and all you need to do is answer some questions they describe as "fiendish". So far more than £1 million of whiskies have been won, and it's no surprise, because some of them are worth thousands of pounds. This 50-year-old Murray David could be yours for a fiver | Master of Malt Prices for tickets to enter the competitions vary depending on the dram that's up for grabs, but they start at just £5 - and that could win you anything from a £400 Macallan to a £600 Glenfarclas. All you need to do to enter is click here to choose your prize, and then answer the questions. If you're successful, you'll go into the draw and you're in with a chance of one of the world's rarest whiskies winging its way to you. Canva Get beach-ready with MySweetSmile's gentle teeth whitening range £ 20.99 Buy now Buy now Sunshine, selfies and holiday cocktails – summer is here, and so are all the moments you'll want to capture with a glowing smile. Whether you're jetting off for a beach escape or heading to a sunny staycation, MySweetSmile can help you look your best. This UK best-seller offers peroxide-free, gentle whitening that works its magic without harsh ingredients or faff. Their powder is perfect for whitening before take-off, while the handy on-the-go pen is great for keeping your smile photo-ready poolside. Shop the full MySweetSmile summer-ready range here. Hello Fresh Meals from just £1.62 per person, delivered tomorrow (aff links) £ 36.99 Buy now Buy now If meal planning drives you up the wall, HelloFresh is the service we rate for taking the load off. We've tested it ourselves, and the convenience really does make a difference – ingredients arrive fresh and pre-measured, the recipes are easy to follow, and everything's clearly labelled so you can get straight to cooking without faffing about. The menu updates weekly, with quick dinners, veggie choices, indulgent extras and more. We liked how flexible it was – you can skip a week, swap meals, or cancel anytime via the app. It's also a smart way to cut down on waste and save on the weekly shop. It won't suit everyone, but if you want to make weeknight dinners easier without compromising on quality, this is worth trying. 👉 Get 50% off your first box and a free dessert for life
Scotsman
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Win rare whisky in Master of Malt competition
Win thousands of pounds worth of Whisky for the price of a bottle of Bells with Master of Malt's competitions | Master of Malt This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Think you can tell your Laphroaig from your Glenfarclas? Master of Malt is giving whisky lovers a shot at owning a rare and pricey dram. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Do you think you know your Ardbeg from your Auchentoshan? Or your Lagavulin from your Laphroaig? Whisky geeks might be in with a chance of winning a super-rare, super-expensive spirit in a series of competitions by Master of Malt. The online purveyor of sumptuous Scotches has lined up some of the rarest whisky in the world to be give away as prizes, and all you need to do is answer some questions they describe as "fiendish". So far more than £1 million of whiskies have been won, and it's no surprise, because some of them are worth thousands of pounds. This 50-year-old Murray David could be yours for a fiver | Master of Malt Prices for tickets to enter the competitions vary depending on the dram that's up for grabs, but they start at just £5 - and that could win you anything from a £400 Macallan to a £600 Glenfarclas. All you need to do to enter is click here to choose your prize, and then answer the questions. If you're successful, you'll go into the draw and you're in with a chance of one of the world's rarest whiskies winging its way to you. Canva Get beach-ready with MySweetSmile's gentle teeth whitening range £ 20.99 Buy now Buy now Sunshine, selfies and holiday cocktails – summer is here, and so are all the moments you'll want to capture with a glowing smile. Whether you're jetting off for a beach escape or heading to a sunny staycation, MySweetSmile can help you look your best. This UK best-seller offers peroxide-free, gentle whitening that works its magic without harsh ingredients or faff. Their powder is perfect for whitening before take-off, while the handy on-the-go pen is great for keeping your smile photo-ready poolside. Shop the full MySweetSmile summer-ready range here.
Daily Record
11-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Six 'limited edition' Scottish whiskies you can buy for less than £60
We have rounded up rare bottles that won't break the bank. When it comes to buying whisky, the most important thing is that you choose what you enjoy. However, it can also be fun to collect a rare bottle that is hard to come by. Often, limited-edition releases can fetch hundreds—if not thousands—of pounds. This does not need to be the case, though, and you can also pick up rare whiskies for a much more reasonable price. Retailer The Whisky Shop stocks a large number of limited whiskies across a wide range of prices. The Daily Record has rounded up six of them that can be ordered for less than £60, as well as provided more information about the flavour profile of each one. The Whisky Shop stated: "Limited editions are the apple of any whisky and spirit collector's eye. We are proud to offer runs of unusual cask finishes, limited bottlings and the chance to try lesser known distilleries, as well as the chance to try the big distilleries, such as The Macallan, Glenfiddich and The Dalmore, offering one-of-a-kind experimental runs that may never be repeated again." Read on for six "limited edition" Scottish whiskies you can buy for less than £60. More information can be found on The Whisky Shop website. 1. Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV According to The Whisky Shop, Lindores Abbey is the site of the first officially recognised recorded distillation of whisky in Scotland in 1494. Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV, which was matured for three and a half years, offers notes of vanilla, caramel, green apples, and figs. The Whisky Shop is currently selling Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV for £51. However, the whisky is also available from Master of Malt for £49.23. 2. Glenkeir Treasures Secret Islay This unique single malt is part of the Glenkeir Treasures range, in which every whisky is one-of-a-kind. Exclusively available at The Whisky Shop for £54, the retailer "guarantees its quality". Aromas include smoke and fruitiness, while among the palate notes are saltiness and fresh citrus. Meanwhile, the finish features a mix of warming spices and green fruits. 3. Lochlea Harvest Edition 3rd Crop This is the final Harvest Edition from Lochlea's seasonal bottlings, with the Lochlea Harvest Edition 3rd Crop being double matured in refill bourbon and port casks. Nose notes include strawberry jam and clotted cream, while among the tasting notes are apple pie and white chocolate. Currently, The Whisky Shop is selling the whisky for £53.50. Elsewhere, it can be purchased from Master of Malt for £51.45. 4. Kingsbarns Dream to Dram The Kingsbarns Dream to Dram, which was distilled at the new Kingsbarns distillery in the East Neuk of Fife, is a limited-edition release matured in first-fill bourbon casks and shaved, toasted, and re-charred wine casks. There are notes of banana, pineapple syrup, and summer berries on the nose, and soft toffee and custard pastries on the palate. Those interested in Kingsbarns Dream to Dram can purchase a bottle from The Whisky Shop at a price of £57. The whisky is also in stock at Loch Fyne Whiskies for £44.95. 5. Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023 The Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023 was created in honour of the 151st Open at Royal Liverpool. Rose, peach, and pear are some of the nose notes, while tasting notes include red berry, orchard fruits, creamy vanilla, and dark chocolate. At the moment, the Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2023 can be picked up from The Whisky Shop for £57. It can also be purchased from Loch Fyne Whiskies for the same price. 6. 1770 Glasgow Constantia Wine Cask Unpeated Small Batch 1 First matured in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels, before being finished for 22 months in rare South African Constantia dessert wine casks, there are just under 1,000 bottles of this limited release available worldwide. The double-distilled whisky has aromas of fresh apricot, clementine, and vanilla, while its tasting notes include Manuka honey, pink grapefruit, and sweet almond. The Whisky Shop is currently selling the 1770 Glasgow Constantia Wine Cask Unpeated Small Batch 1 for £59. Shoppers can also pick it up from Master of Malt for £58.95.
Daily Record
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Scotland's 'top seven' whiskies for July 2025 including limited edition drams
The best Scottish drams of the month have been named. Scotland's top whiskies for July have been named. Bottles from distilleries such as Glenmorangie and Laphroaig are featured on the roundup. When it comes to purchasing whisky, it can be difficult to know where to start. Unless you are a seasoned expert, it is easy to overspend if you are not sure what the right whisky is for you. Retailer Master of Malt has shared its list of the top 10 whiskies of July 2025. The Daily Record has rounded up all of the Scottish whiskies featured on the list. Read on for the top seven Scottish whiskies for July 2025, according to the experts. The full list of the top whiskies around the world this month can be found on the Master of Malt website. 1. Kinglassie Raw This limited-edition peated single malt is among the first releases from the InchDairnie distillery in Fife. Matured in bourbon barrels for eight years, it features scents of heather and caramelised banana and tasting notes of black pepper, smoked bacon, and salted toffee. The Kinglassie Raw Whisky is available to buy for £78.95 from Master of Malt. Elsewhere, it can be purchased for the same price from The Whisky Exchange. 2. Old Perth Manzanilla Limited Edition The Old Perth Manzanilla Limited Edition is another limited-edition, this one being a blended malt whisky matured in manzanilla sherry casks. There are notes of buttery almond croissants on the nose, while tasting notes include amaretti biscuits and candied almonds. At the moment, the whisky can be bought from Master of Malt for a price of £58.95. It is also stocked by The Whisky Exchange, for £58.95 as well. 3. Glenmorangie A Tale of Tokyo This is the fourth release as part of Glenmorangie's 'Tale of' series, and is unique for being partially aged in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Among the notes are sandalwood, incense, dried cherries on the nose and citrus, marzipan, and fennel on the palate. Glenmorangie A Tale of Tokyo is currently in stock at Master of Malt for £66. Buyers can also find the whisky for sale on The Whisky Exchange for £73.95. 4. Secret Wigtownshire 6 Year Old 2018 - Elevenses The Secret Wigtownshire 6 Year Old 2018 - Elevenses comes from Edinburgh-based cask broker and independent bottler Keeble Cask Company. Distilled in 2018 and matured for six years, nose notes include pancakes and lemon peel and tasting notes include lemon sherbet and fruit sorbet. The Secret Wigtownshire 6 Year Old 2018 - Elevenses can usually be purchased from Master of Malt for £49.95, though it is currently out of stock. Elsewhere, it can be picked up from Royal Mile Whiskies for a price of £48.95. 5. Laphroaig Elements 3.0 The newest release in Laphroaig's Elements series, this one-of-a-kind whisky was distilled under fire before being fully matured in American oak bourbon casks. Unsurprisingly, it features an intense smoky and peaty character—as well as notes of cocoa beans and tangy fruit. At the moment, Master of Malt is selling Laphroaig Elements 3.0 at a price of £169.95. The whisky can also be purchased from The Whisky Shop for £170. 6. Dailuaine 16 Year Old 2008 Single Cask (Master of Malt) This whisky comes from the Dailuaine Distillery in Charlestown-of-Aberlour, and was bottled for the exclusive Master of Malt collection. There are notes of apple pastries, shortbread, and vanilla on the nose, giving way to a palate of banoffee, candied mango, and overripe fruit. The Dailuaine 16 Year Old 2008 Single Cask is available to purchase for £69.95 from Master of Malt. 7. Glencadam 10 Year Old Finally, the Glencadam 10 Year Old is a multi-award-winning whisky aged exclusively in American oak bourbon barrels. Neither coloured nor chill-filtered, its notes include wood and vanilla on the nose and tart fruits and cut hay on the palate. Those interested in a bottle of Glencadam 10 Year Old can find it for a price of £39.90 on Master of Malt. Elsewhere, Glencadam 10 Year Old is sold by The Whisky Exchange for £44.75.
Daily Record
19-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Seven of Scotland's top whiskies you can buy for less than £50
Buying a bottle of whisky doesn't need to break the bank. A list of Scotland's"top whiskies" that can be purchased for less than £50 has been shared. The roundup includes whiskies from distilleries such as Benromach and Tobermory. When it comes to buying whisky, prices can vary wildly. While it is possible to purchase a bottle for a low price, rarer and more unique malts can easily fetch hundreds—if not thousands—of pounds. Retailer Whisky-Online Shop has shared a list of its picks for the "top 10 whiskies under £50". The Daily Record has rounded up seven of these, including more information about each one and where they can be purchased. Whisky-Online Shop website. 1. Tobermory 12 Year Old The Tobermory 12 Year Old, which was matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks, features a strong fruity and spicy character. It includes aromas of vanilla, oranges, and flowers, and tasting notes of apples, tropical fruits, toffee, and honey. The whisky is available to buy for £41.95 from The Whisky Exchange. It can also be purchased from Master of Malt for £44.99. 2. Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish This whisky was made with heavily peated barley and was matured in ex-bourbon casks, before being finished in specially-selected Spanish Rioja casks. It includes notes of smoke, spice, grape, and sweet berries, as well as a lingering saltiness. Customers can order the Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish from The Whisky Exchange for £38.25. The whisky can also be picked up from Royal Mile Whiskies for £37.96. 3. Ledaig 10 Year Old Meanwhile, the Ledaig 10 Year Old is another peaty whisky from Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. The whisky features aromas of soft peat and gentle smoke, as well as tasting notes of spice and black pepper. The Whisky Exchange is currently selling the Ledaig 10 Year Old for £40.75. Elsewhere, it can be purchased from Master of Malt for £40.75. 4. Benromach 10 Year Old The Benromach 10 Year Old was made with a mix of 80 per cent ex-bourbon casks and 20 per cent ex-sherry casks, and was aged for nine years before being finished for a further year in ex-Oloroso Sherry casks. It offers a toffee and spice sherried character, including notes of peat, citrus, and apple. At the moment, Royal Mile Whiskies stocks the Benromach 10 Year Old for £40.95. Shoppers can also order it for £41.95 from The Whisky Exchange. 5. Caol Ila 13 Year Old Gordon & MacPhail Discovery Range This whisky comes from Islay, and features the island's typical notes of sweet fruit and dark peat smoke. Particular flavours include apricot, banana, pineapple, and vanilla. The Caol Ila 13 Year Old is currently being sold by The Whisky Exchange for £48.95. It can also be purchased for the same price from Master of Malt, though the whisky is currently out of stock. 6. Orkney (HP) 2010-2025 | 14 Year Old Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition 38 The Orkney (HP) 2010-2025 | 14 Year Old Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition 38 was aged in a mixture of Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon hogsheads. It features aromas of dark berries and sea salt, as well as tasting notes of sherried fruit, honeyed malt, and peat. Currently, Royal Mile Whiskies is selling the product for £48.95. The Whisky Exchange is also selling the Orkney (HP) 2010-2025 | 14 Year Old Signatory Vintage 100 Proof Edition 38 at a price of £48.75. 7. Tomatin 12 Year Old Finally, the Tomatin 12 Year Old was finished for between six and nine months in Oloroso sherry casks before being bottled. Nose notes include butter, cooked apple, and raisin, while among the tasting notes are vanilla, mint, and ginger. Shoppers can order the whisky from Master of Malt for £35.90. Elsewhere, it is in stock at The Whisky Exchange for £40.95.
