Scurvy grass (Cochlearia) is a genus of about 30 species of annual and perennial herbs in the Brassicaceae family. The botanical grows in arctic and temperate areas of the northern hemisphere and is commonly found in coastal and mountainous regions. The scientific name of the genus – Cochlearia derives from the Latin word ‘cochlear’ – …
Mapmaker’s Rum has been several years in the offing! We first spoke about rum way back in 2015, our early Rock Rose Gin days.
This month our Beautiful Botanicals post is all about oarweed (kelp)! Oarweed (Laminaria digitata) also known as ‘Sea Ribbon’ and ‘Sea Girdle’ is a large conspicuous sea kelp growing between 2–3 metres in length. It is commonly found at low water during spring tides on rocky shores attached to bedrock or another suitable hard substratum …
Mother's Day Top Picks Mother’s Day is just around the corner, why not treat Mum with some truly special gin gifts. There’s no better way to show her how much you care! From our luxurious gin hamper collection to stunning gift sets and wee treats, here are our top Mother's Day gift ideas. Order before 12 [...]
As part of our Holy Grass Hero exhibition we are hosting a Botanical Art Workshop. We are inviting you to join Lisa McDonald of Haven House Art for a botanical themed painting evening at Dunnet Bay Distillery on 17th March from 7-9pm. Lisa will give guidance and demonstrations in creating a Caithness inspired landscape painting …
We are celebrating the Year of Holy Grass and will host our Robert Dick: Holy Grass Hero Exhibition in the winter months in our Tasting Room at the distillery.
Valentine's Day Top Picks From our luxurious gin hamper collection to stunning gift sets and wee treats, here are our top Valentine’s Day gift ideas for the gin lover in your life. Order before 8 February to ensure best chance of pre-Valentine's Day delivery. Free delivery when you spend £50 and over Dunnet Bay DistillersA [...]
Our Smoked Orange Edition returns and we are delighted to have it as part of our Rock Rose family permanently. To celebrate its return we are running a fab wee competition – The Orange Envelope.
