A Scottish-based conglomerate that operates Kingsbarns Distillery in Fife has just reported a big drop in turnover and profits last year.
Dram lovers missing the annual Fife Whisky Festival took part in an online tasting which boosted the coffers of Age Concern.

Glencadam Distillery in Brechin expects to have its new world-class visitor centre up and running within the next couple of years.
Brian Townsend, our regular whisky columnist, samples the goods from an East Neuk distillery, Kingsbarns.

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The '38 year itch' has been named after the number of years since Scotland won the Calcutta Cup against England at the rivals' home ground.
The prestigious awards gave recognition to many local distilleries, including Angus-based Arbikie and The Glenturret Distillery in Crieff.
It wouldn't be Burns Night without toasting to The Bard with a little whisky tipple. Here are three easy cocktails to toast him with.

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Trade deals are a hot topic at the moment - perhaps the Government should ask an Angus distillery for some advice.
Plans for new warehouses on the outskirts of Glenrothes will allow two growing Fife whisky companies to greatly expand their businesses.