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Whiskies of the Month
December Whiskies of the Month - The Festive Season
11 Dec 2024
As the festive season envelops us in its warm embrace, it’s the perfect time to explore the stories and flavours behind some exceptional whiskies that capture the magic of winter.
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November whiskies of the month - Family Spirit
13 Nov 2024
Our November “whiskies of the month” have been selected by our brilliant team of visitor experience assistants. This month the team have chosen whiskies that have connection to family.
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Edinburgh & Scotland
Some very Scottish Halloween traditions!
26 Oct 2024
Halloween is of course the spookiest time of the year! From dressing up in spooky costumes, to party games, every country brings something different to Halloween and today we’re looking at Scotland!
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October Whiskies of the Month - Halloween
01 Oct 2024
October's "whiskies of the month" come from a team of our passionate and talented visitors experience assistants. This month's team were delighted to have the chance to uncover some spooky Halloween themed whiskies.
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Sustainable Whisky News
Buzzy Planters at SWE
06 Sep 2024
Sustainability is one of our key focuses here at SWE. We are proud to hold both the Gold Green Tourism and Meetings awards, but we know that there is always more that we can do. That is why we are excited to share with you our new urban garden!
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September Whiskies of the Month - Crime and Murder Mystery Literature
05 Sep 2024
National Read a Book Day is celebrated on September 6th. Our very own bibliophile, Elsa Hare, custodian of our team book club, has created a wonderful list of drams connected with Murder Mystery literature and Crime fiction.
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Edinburgh & Scotland
Scottish Food & Drink September - our retail products
02 Sep 2024
Our retail team work hard at sourcing sustainable Scottish suppliers, find out more.
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Edinburgh & Scotland
Scottish Food & Drink September - Amber Restaurant
02 Sep 2024
This month it is Scottish Food & Drink September, which was previously known as Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight. The celebration has been extended! Throughout the month, we will be putting a spotlight on some of the brilliant producers we work with
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August Whiskies of the Month - Olympics 2024
16 Aug 2024
Are you still feeling the Olympic fever? Missing keeping up to date with the medal counts? And looking for something to tide you over until the start of the Paralympic Games? Then we have the perfect blog for you to dive into.
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Edinburgh & Scotland
In the heart of the city
16 Aug 2024
We’ve put together our hidden gems for you to go out and explore; many locals may not even know about these stunning locations!
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Edinburgh & Scotland
The Edinburgh Festivals - our staffs top picks!
29 Jul 2024
With so many shows to choose from this August, we have put together the top picks from our staff.
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Whiskies of the Month
July's Whiskies of the Month - The 152nd Open
28 Jun 2024
FORE!!! This month Royal Troon will be the hosts of the 152nd Open Championship for the tenth time in its illustrious history.
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