The Glenlivet, the world's No.1 single malt Scotch whisky, has launched The Glenlivet Blethermen Single Cask Edition in Hong Kong at the recently opened Seafood Room to appeal to whisky aficionados looking for a rare expression steeped in the heritage of the renowned distillery from the Speyside region. This unique event, offering guests numerous entertainments such as a Whisky Game Station and a Tea & Nadurra pairing counter, marks the first ever organised in the new restaurant since its opening. 

The Glenlivet Blethermen Single Cask Edition is named after The Blethermen, a landmark on one of the original smuggling trails out of the Glenlivet Valley to the Scottish market town of Perth. The routes were originally used by the founder of The Glenlivet, George Smith and the illicit distillers of the 18th and 19th Centuries to transport their goods to sell in larger Scottish towns.

Drawn from a single Blethermen cask picked for its exceptional quality from The Glenlivet inventory, The Glenlivet Blethermen Single Cask Edition has been bottled after 16 years of maturation, at around 52.5% cask strength and without chill filtration to offer the purest expression of The Glenlivet style, providing the closest experience possible of drinking a dram straight from the cask. Just 570 bottles of Blethermen Single Cask Edition have been drawn from the cask, making it a real whisky collectors' item.

Alan Winchester, The Glenlivet Master Distiller, comments: "I am honoured to present The Glenlivet Blethermen Single Cask Edition to The Glenlivet fans in Hong Kong. Each addition to The Glenlivet Single Cask Editions range offers its own individual insight into the provenance, artisanal production techniques and smooth, floral, fruity house style of The Glenlivet. Bottled straight from the cask in which it has been matured, this unique combination of liquid, cask and age will never be replicated.

"Our founder, George Smith crafted the original single malt that set the standard for the quality and taste that has come to define the Speyside style of whisky, and I believe that he would have been proud of this truly rare single malt and its reflection on the craftsmanship in place at the distillery today. The Glenlivet Blethermen Single Cask Edition will provide whisky fans with the opportunity to experience The Glenlivet in its purest form and learn about the heritage of the Speyside region through its unique taste profile, featuring sweet and fruity aromas of banana, peach and creamy toffee on the nose. The palate is silky smooth with flavours of sweet juicy orange, spicy cinnamon and a touch of ginger.

The Glenlivet Blethermen Single Cask Edition is available from June at the recommended retail price of HK$2988 at Watson Wine. Please enjoy The Glenlivet responsibly.

The always busy and buzzing city of Hong Kong packs a near endless list of family oriented events into its calendar. Regardless of when you visit or what you come for, there is sure to be something happening in Hong Kong that will provide Mum, Dad and the kids with lavish entertainment. Here we round up a few of the most exciting annual events and other attractions, though, believe us, this is very much an abridged list.

The Great European Carnival

Once a staple of Hong Kong's cultural calendar the Great European Carnival was on hiatus for a number of years but is now back and bigger than ever. An annual, three month funfair, it promises fun for all the family, mixing traditional carnival attractions with more modern fare, all carried off with typical Hong Kong spectacle. Expect thrill rides, high tech games, carousels and a whole lot more more – the overall budget for the carnival is a whopping $130 million. The dates change, though it generally takes place in winter, between December and February, by the New Central Harbourfront.

Kidsfest

If you want to give your kids some culture but still want to make sure they are entertained, you should get on down to Kidsfest, which takes place every January. A celebration of family friendly theatre, it is the largest English language children's drama event in Hong Kong. It takes place in The Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts in Wan Chai.

Hong Disneyland

No list of Hong Kong family friendly day's out would be complete without a nod to old uncle Walt's Easternmost outpost. Though it is not quite yet as spectacular as its Californian, Floridian and Parisian cousins, it has improved year upon year since it opened its gates back in 2005. Now it plays host to a bevy of breath-taking rides, including Space Mountain, Big Grizzly Runaway Mine Cars and Orbitron.

Hong Kong Science Museum

When the rain falls in Hong Kong, there are few better ideas than taking the kids down to Kowloon for a walk around the Science Museum. With over 500 exhibits, there is no end of things to keep your children engaged, and it is particularly rewarding if they are curious about how the world works. A huge number of the exhibits allow visitors to get involved themselves, including drivable car simulators and audio visual effects machines.

Ocean Park

Though perhaps not quite as well known as Disneyland, Ocean Park is just as popular if not, arguably, more so. It offers the visitor a sea-themed day out, with small queues and lots of friendly animals to meet, including pandas, sea lions and a massive aquarium. Adults will love travelling between Ocean Park's upper and lower levels using the extraordinary sky tram. From one of its compartments, you can enjoy an unrivalled view of the city.

Hong Kong Park

For a relaxed sunny day out with the kids, Hong Kong park is a lovely choice. This small, tranquil little haven in the middle of the hustle and bustle is a perfect spot to wile away a few hours, watching the turtles playing in the numerous small ponds that dot the greenery.

Entertainment is not hard to come by in Hong Kong. This thriving, bustling metropolis is a true bastion of hip happenings. Whether you are looking to drink, eat, dance, listen to music, take in some art, watch movies or go to the theatre, you'll find something to suit your tastes here.

One of the most recent trends in Hong Kong nightlife is the profusion of wine bars, exclusive clubs and live music spots that have popped up across the city in the last few years. The increasingly multicultural population has seen the entertainment options on offer multiply, with more and more to do and see after dark in Hong Kong. Here are a few of our favourite spots.

The Gecko Lounge

If you fancy a classy drink or two in Hong Kong, then the Gecko will be the place for you. This intimate little wine bar sits just off Cochrane, and offers a huge menu of some of the best French and Italian wines you'll find in China. It also has a plentiful supply of absinthe, in case you fancy taking things up a notch or three. As you have probably gleaned from above, the vibe is very much Parisian, so it's a good bet for the Francophile looking for an Asian flavoured taste of the city of lights.

Executive Bar

Those who consider themselves connoisseurs of whisky and bourbon will be right at home in this exclusive little spot on Causeway Bay. The Executive Bar boasts a massive menu, much of which is available to taste, and is décor and ambience has been carefully constructed to foster an old-school businessman's retreat atmosphere. If you want to sample the wares, you have to make an appointment in advance, so don't just rock up expecting to be let in.

Club 71

If the Executive Bar does not sound like your cup of tea, there's a good chance Club 71 will be more what you are after. As opposed to exclusivity, this bohemian little bar has been designed for inclusivity and friendliness. It is a favourite of Hong Kong's arty types and left wing political activists – in fact, its named after a protect that took place in 2003 and it was the headquarters of a major coup attempt 100 years ago. Expect jamming sessions, beer and a generally amiable atmosphere.

Globe

One of the city's most famous bars is Globe, which offers great good, plush décor and one of the deepest menus of alcohol you will find in the city. There is more than 150 different varieties of beer to be had, plus T8 – the first ever cask conditioned ale to be brewed native in Hong Kong.

Sevva

Sevva is one of the more costly places to drink in Hong Kong but the huge crowds that flock here every evening believe it's a fair price to pay for perhaps the best view you can find of Hong Kong's skyline. Its balcony is famous across the city for giving drinkers an unmatched look at both the skyscrapers of the financial district and Kowloon. You'll want to book ahead if you want a table on the balcony, however.

Living in Hong Kong is a truly extraordinary experience, one which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Yes, of course, all the major cities are different, but few are quite as uniquely different as HK. The entirely exceptional cultural, economic and political situation that exists here means a culture shock is on the cards regardless of where you originally come from. Here we give you our brief guide to Hong Kong life and Hong Kong culture to ensure you are prepared to join this extraordinary city's vibrant populace.

Finding accommodation

People who live and work in HK either live on or off the island. Like moving to any central location, being on the island means you are close to the nightlife, restaurants and, most probably, your place of business, though this will be reflected in your rental costs and the amount of space you get. By choosing to live off the island you will save a packet or, at least, get a bit more value for money, though it will mean a longer commute and a potentially more isolated social life.

Making friends

Hong Kong is a city that offers you an extraordinary amount of choice when it comes to what you do in your spare time. From high culture to crazy nights on the town it's all here. Live music, art, theatre, cinema, theme parks, restaurants and anything else you could name is available to those in need of entertainment.

The first great bit of news for the recently arrived expat is that the city hosts a very friendly, welcoming expat community. People come and go all the time from the island and, as such, they are always looking to make new friends and let people in to their circle. The second piece of good news is that, as well as the high-octane, non-stop nightlife, there are plenty of other options available. Outdoor activities, for example, are everywhere in the city, such as hiking in the nearby mountains, water sports in the river and ocean, football, rugby and much, much more.

Eating

As if you need to be told, restaurants are one of the things for which Hong Kong is famous. You really can find incredibly high quality food from just about every culinary culture here. Not only that, you don't have to spend big to get fine food in a really nice eatery. The downside is that, though eating out is great and, if you do it the right way, surprisingly affordable, cooking for yourself is actually very expensive and not always easy to do. Supermarket prices can be very, very high and they will not always stock products consistently – i.e. one week a place will have a shelf filled with tuna, the next week there won't be a single can to be had. After a while, hitting the restaurants often feels like the better choice.

The work/life balance

Chances are, you came to Hong Kong because you were offered a great job here and, chances are, most people you meet will be in the same boat. That means managing a work/life balance will be easy so long as you subscribe to the work hard, play hard philosophy. Making business connections and social connections is often one and the same and is very easy to do.