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Guide · 26 May 2023
Ten Great Gift Ideas for Father's Day
Father's Day is fast approaching! With just a few weeks until the big event, you might feel like you're scrambling about to find the perfect gift for your auld man. Not to worry, though! I've put together some of my favourite whiskies to gift loved ones to help you on your way.
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News · 23 May 2023
Hamish's Hidden Malt: The Macallan
Enter to win a sample of a dear Macallan!
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Guide · 5 May 2023
Hamish's Favourite Highland Drams
Here at Loch Fyne Whiskies, I've chosen ten of my favourite Highland whiskies for you to try.
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Culture · 17 Apr 2023
English Drams For St George's Day!
Let us pay tribute to St. George by raising a glass of excellent English spirit! I have sampled the offerings from our southerly neighbours, and compiled a list of some of the best whiskies from English distilleries in the land. Have a wee look!
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News · 14 Apr 2023
Hamish's Hidden Malt: Ledaig
Enter my latest Hidden Malt competition!
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Culture · 3 Apr 2023
West Coast and Islands Highlights
Our theme for this month is a spotlight on whiskies made on Scotland's West Coast and Islands. This is inclined to be our favourite, as our original wee shop is located in Inveraray on the west coast in Argyll and Bute. Lets have a look at all the different whiskies, and all their different characters - from the Isle of Arran to Islay. I've highlighted my favourite expression of each too - in case your looking for a new tipple.
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Hamish
Guide · 31 Mar 2023
Easter Gift Selection
Take a look at my picks for Easter. We have easter themed gift packs, springtime classics, and sweet, chocolaty drams. Whether your gifting someone special, or indulging in a sweet treat this bank holiday: we have the tipple that will do the trick.
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News · 30 Mar 2023
Hamish's Hidden Malt: Talisker
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Guide · 28 Mar 2023
Light & Fruity Whisky Spotlight
As the first signs of Spring approach, late afternoon sunshine, baby Highland coos and daffodils sprouting around Inveraray, it's all getting me in the mood for some light and fruity whiskies. If it has you feeling the same, Hamish has gathered the best of the bunch!
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News · 16 Mar 2023
Hamish's Hidden Malt: Fettercairn
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Islay Festival 2024 Bottlings
I've managed to nab a few gems from distilleries involved in Feis Ile 2024, all while soaking in the atmosphere at Loch Fyne. Can you imagine the excitement of getting your hands on those limited edition bottles, surrounded by the beauty of Islay and the buzz of the festival? It's like a dream come true for any whisky aficionado. And let's not forget the history behind Feis Ile, how it started as a humble celebration of Islay's greatness in 1986 and blossomed into this fantastic showcase of whisky culture.
May 13, 2024
This Week In Inveraray 15/04
We have two more ballots for our Fyne+ members, plus four new Loch Fyne bottlings!
April 15, 2024
This Week In Inveraray
We have two cracking 24 hour ballots this week for our Fyne+ members, plus loads of new releases.
April 2, 2024
Mothers Day Picks
For whoever you call mum, Hamish has found the very best presents at The Loch Fyne - perfect for the most important female figure in your life.
March 1, 2024
This Week in Inveraray
We have two cracking 24 hour ballots this week for our Fyne+ members, plus a customer favourite back in stock and a few exciting new releases.
February 26, 2024