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Glen Aln 35cl - Some 50 years after the launch of the first whisky back in the 1950’s Lindisfarne have launched this limited-edition Glen Aln whisky. This is a blend of fine scotch malt & grain whisky aged over 9 years.

It was created in order to honour the original Glen Aln whisky produced in the 1950s through the Alnwick Rum Company Limited

A blend of carefully selected malt and grain whiskies, aged in sherry casks and bottled at 46% ABV

Doddingtons Biscuits - North Doddington Farm is set in some of the most beautiful countryside in Northumberland.
The herd of dairy cows produce the milk for a fantastic range of cheese and ice cream. This range of cheese biscuits is a perfect accompaniment to the Doddington cheese and having taste tested the range we certainly agree!

Northumbrian Chutney - This locally inspired chutney uses a blend of plums and apples combined with sultanas, cloves, allspice and ginger which add warmth and character to this robust fruity chutney. Perfect with hard and soft cheeses and delightful with cold cuts, hot sausages and quiches

Ghost Ship Crisps - We all know that a beer and crisps are the ultimate match, but beer ON crisps? Now, that’s gamechanging. Especially when the beer in question is so delicious. 

Northumberland County IPA - Brewed in celebration of our most northerly county, it’s magnificent castles and coastline but most of all the passionate people who make it their home. Now in the hands of the second generation, Hexhamshire Brewery is family owned and run it is in great condition – just like our beer. 4.5% abv A british session IPA with Goldings and Olicana hops

Whapweasel - The legendary Whapweasel. A smooth strong bitter — dangerously drinkable! Auburn bronze premium bitter, full bodied with hints of soft fruit. Pale Ale, Cara & Crystal malts. Goldings & East Kent Goldings hops.Brewed to the original recipe for the last thrirty years, the name comes from a burn that drains out of Hexhamshire Common and, in local dialect, a Curlew's whistle. 4.8% abv

Devils Water - Named after a local burn that flows into the River Tyne at Corbridge, Devil’s Water was one of the first beers created by Hexhamshire Brewery when they brewing in 1993. Now in the hands of the second generation, our family owned and run brewery is in great condition – just like our beer. 4.1% abv dark and fruity beer

Dry Roasted Peanuts - Mr Filbert’s Dry Roasted Peanuts are a twist on the classic recipe and utterly moreish! Suitable for vegans and free from gluten, dairy, and artificial flavours and preservatives, we only use 100% natural ingredients for a tastier and healthier snack. The finest plant-based snacking protein.

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Canny Northumberland Fudge - Artisan, hand crafted confectionery ranges consist of fabulous classic and modern fudge in various textures, tantalising toffee brittles, munchy honeycombs, incredible ices, pure belting nougat and extraordinary limited edition products.

This is Northumberland - Inspiring discovery across the land of dark skies, rolling hill and remarkable coastline;

This is Northumberland is an annual independent publication telling the stories behind the people, places and unique enterprises that make Northumberland such a special place to visit.

Every copy of This is Northumberland 2023 supports the Kielderhead Wildwood Project, an ambitious rewilding mission restoring natural processes and rebuilding healthy ecosystems across vast swathes of rural Northumberland.