This topic has the potential to be very controversial but controversial is good; we like controversy at Lockett Bros, so let’s dive right in! Expensive wines, worth it or not? Let’s throw that massive question on the table for you to ponder for a second. It’s a...
We’re getting a little bit excited here at Lockett Bros as the winter weather seems to have finally abated and spring is ready to make an appearance. Have we just spoken too soon and jinxed it? Probably. But let’s just pretend that we’ve finally seen the back of...
Did you think that as long as you paired white wine with fish then you had it covered? Pah, we say! Okay, we wouldn’t really say that but we would be quick to point out the flaws in your logic. Okay, so broadly speaking, pairing a nice Sauvignon Blanc with a tasty...
For those who enjoy a dram or two of some fine Scotch whisky, the idea of following a process when drinking might be a wee bit alien but, believe us, it can really enhance your whisky experience. The chances are you’ve spent a pretty penny on your latest bottle of...
Millions of Scots and plenty of non-Scots will be coming together over the next few days to celebrate the life of legendary Scottish writer Robert Burns and, naturally, whisky will play a starring role in proceedings. A traditional Burns Night is one of those events...
Ever been accused of being a wine snob? Yes. Okay, so it’s perhaps not a very nice accusation but what it really proves is that you have a passion for wine. That’s something to be proud of at least. So, for a little bit of fun, here’s our (tongue-in-cheek) top 10...
It’s amazing to think that such a diverse and exciting drink could have so many different tones and flavours when it’s made from just three ingredients but that is one of the wonders of single malt whisky. Barley. Water. Yeast. Can you think of three more basic...
Think you know all there is to know about Scotland’s best distilleries? Think again! You may be surprised to find out just how many there are that you have never even heard of. There’s a whole land of distillers producing incredible whiskies out there in the...
Heating on full blast – check. Your favourite winter sweater on – check. Lots of winter warming comfort food bubbling away in the kitchen – check. A selection of wines to make you glad it’s winter? Hmmm, that’s something that requires more thought. There’s really...
