Partan Bree with Old Pulteney

The Scots and Gaelic name for crab is ‘partan’ and ‘bree’ refers to a liquid or broth so this is simply a traditional crab broth that can be found all over the west Highlands. There are variations on the theme, some include seaweed, most include rice and this one is enriched with a little whisky. To me, it makes sense to go for a rounded buttery or oily whisky from the coast with a hint of salt so I’m using Old Pulteney 12, from Wick in the very north, but it is totally up to you.