Scran on the road - part one

Welcome to our first 'Scran on the Road' episode! This week, host Rosalind Erskine starts her engine and ventures to the Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside to see what the offering is now that doors are open.Kevin Smith, managing director at the hotel, talks about how the hotel has adapted during the lockdown. He also talks about the hotel's refurbishment back in 2014 and how this led to a star-studded relaunch party with guests including Kate Moss and Noel Gallacher.Whilst at the hotel, Rosalind visits the Quiach, the world's leading whisky bar, home to over 500 bottles, and enjoys a whisky tasting with bar manager Angus Bryce-McVay.Continuing the whisky trail, Rosalind visits the Whisky Shop in Duffton and chats to owner Mike Lord. He discusses how his once intimate Whisky Colours festival has evolved into a hybrid with both in-person tastings and virtual experiences. He also shares what drams he has in his cupboard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices