The Courier & Advertiser (Fife Edition)
Gin with star quality is up for an Oscar
Gin lovers can share an Angus drink with the likes of Martin Scorsese, and Margot Robbie at the Oscars this weekend, without leaving the sofa.
We previously revealed Forfar favourite Gin Bothy had been chosen to provide an exclusive tipple for the Oscars goody-bag.
And now that gin will be available to buy, so film fans can enjoy the very same drink set to be enjoyed by Hollywood’s finest without having to leave Angus. Bottles labelled 1-25 will be given out to nominees for best picture, best actor, best actress and their best supporting counterparts.
The remaining 275 are available on sale on the Gin Bothy website, or in-person in their Glamis and Forfar shops.
Gin Bothy boss Kim Cameron decided to put the “rare” gin up for sale — made using Scottish heather, Scots’ pine and rosemary — after sending the first 25 to America.
“This is not just a celebration for Hollywood, it’s an invitation for everyone to experience the glamour and taste of the Oscars.
“Rather than hold on to the remainder of this unique batch we decided to make them available for anyone to buy.
“The Oscars are one of the biggest events in the world and so being able to bring a piece of that to our customers is really exciting.
“While most of us can only dream of winning an Oscar, anyone who gets their hands on one of the 300 bottles will certainly be able to practise their winner’s speeches with ease as each bottle comes with a miniature six-inch Oscar figure to commemorate the event.
“Those who are staying up to watch the Oscars can also be part of the glamour and excitement surrounding Hollywood’s biggest night, replicating the glitz with our filminspired cocktails including Nominee’s Negroni, Fit for a Star Martini and It’s Show Thyme.”
The “everyone’s a winner” goody bags feature a number of Scottish products this year.
As well as Gin Bothy bottles, the packs will contain organic, vegan Fetcha Chocolates, produced by a company based in Campbeltown.
Bag-winners in 2022 were offered a three-night stay at Turin Castle, also in Forfar.
Goody bag holders reportedly had private use of the castle, a butler service, gin-tasting and a welcome from a bagpiper.
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This is an invitation for everyone to experience the glamour of Hollywood