Scottish Pink Gin Pig Glass Mini Decanter (1 x 50ml) - Pink Gin Gift Hand Made in Scotland - Drinkable & Refillable Gin Gifts by Angels' Share Glass

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Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva. rbge.org.uk Inside the Scottish National Gallery ( Getty Images) 15. Muse on Scotland’s greatest art works guide.michelin.com/gb/en/city-of-edinburgh/edinburgh/restaurants Craigmillar Castle (Alamy) 20. See Edinburgh’s other castle The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form. Following on from the ' Gin Craze' of the early eighteenth century when half of the London drinking establishments were gin bars, and later when the aristocracy of the Victorian era had ' Gin Palaces' there was a desire for specially made jugs and decanters to display how wealthy the household was.

Swing by the Scottish National Gallery for some fine-art eye candy from the likes of Van Gogh, Monet, Botticelli, Raphael, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Constable and Turner, and also lesser-known, Scottish names such as Ramsay, Raeburn and Wilkie. There’s so much to see that pieces are spread across two neo-classical treasure troves: the National Gallery and the Royal Scottish Academy. The exterior Doric columns and detailing are just as dazzling. All are handmade and hand filled in our Bridge of Allan glass blowing studio and feature a cork stopper for the nose, delicate pink ears, and subtle blue eyes. Angels’ Share Glass is based in Bridge of Allan, near Stirling and was established by Master Glassmaker Tom Young MBE and his daughter Karen Somerville in 2013. Our Pink Gin Pig is filled with 50ml/5cl of Pink Gin at 37.5% ABV. 65 - 70mm diameter. It is a miniature measure of gin. Visiting Edinburgh and drinking a fine grain malt or juniper-infused gin is a must these days; both spirits are seeing a renaissance within the city limits. Start by supping a single malt on the Royal Mile, before boning up on how to blend at one of many distilleries. The West End has the monstrous Johnnie Walker Princes Street and the subterranean Edinburgh Gin Distillery. Take a tour of the latter and you’ll meet its two copper stills, Caledonia and Flora, see one of the world’s best inventions — a Victorian glass gin pig decanter — and sample some of the bestselling gins along the way.Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

The glass pig decanter is hand-made at the Angels’ Share Glass studio and has a stopper for the nose so the drink can be poured out and later refilled. The Scottish capital is one of the greenest cities in the UK and its highlight is the almost absurdly picturesque Botanic Garden — filled with 13,000 plant species and a herbarium containing three million specimens. It has been open since 1670 and the view of Edinburgh’s steeple-spiked skyline from in front of Inverleith House is among the most enchanting in the city. Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

The release is in honour of the brand’s ‘10 years of award-winning innovation’, marking a decade since it won its first ‘best rye’ award. Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style. Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg. nationalgalleries.org Rosslyn Chapel ( Getty Images) 16. Unravel the Knights Templar connection at Rosslyn Chapel

waterofleith.org.uk/walkway The Palm House at the Royal Botanic Garden (Alamy) 14. Get lost in the Royal Botanic GardenYour dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

They’re a bit of fun and we’re delighted that shoppers in Harvey Nichols will be able to treat themselves to a quality Scottish product. Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience. The launch of the Piggybank Rye decanter follows the auction of an original 19th-century antique Berkshire Bitter Pig filled with 20-year-old rye whiskey at Christie’s in June 2022. From rush-inducing Edinburgh Castle to the 19th-century New Town, Scotland’s capital has no shortage of spellbinding architecture. Forgotten among this is Craigmillar Castle: a toothy ruin, complete with a tower house, great hall and standout city views. You’ll find it three miles southeast of the city centre — it’s easy to get to by public transport, or you can book a guided tour to see it along with the city’s other hidden sights.Inspired to visit Edinburgh but yet to book your trip? Here are the best hotels from Booking.com and Hotels.com. These are the best tours of Edinburgh from our trusted partners.