Join Britain’s foremost writer on spirits, Ian Buxton, to hear about Birlinn’s new edition of the first book dedicated to island whiskies for more than a decade. Ian will be interviewed by Ardbeg distillery manager, Bryony McNiven, in the stunning bar of The Times Hotel of the Year 2026. Expect some nice surprises, which will no doubt delight any lover of uisge beatha.

Tickets: £30. Over-18s only.
Places are limited; advance booking is essential.