Come to the ‘Wee Toon’ for Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
The Glen Scotia team will be joined by a host of industry experts exploring the history and heritage of the former ‘Victorian Whisky Capital of the World’
Port Ellen revival promises a ‘trailblazing new light’ for Scotch WhiskyÂ
One of the so-called ‘ghost’ distilleries that closed more than 40 years ago, the rebirth of Port Ellen is the final stage of an £185 million investment by Diageo.
Greene King achieves 100% pass rate in Best Bar None accreditation
Best Bar None is already recognised for identifying well-run licensed premises - but the multi-site accreditation scheme is a new venture for the body
Shamrocks and shenanigans as brands pursue stout’s pot of gold
Nothing is going to stop the white-topped tidal wave which will wash across the UK from Dublin’s St James's Gate on March 17th...
Radisson Red reveals £15million Rotunda restoration and revamp
The newly-published plan will divide the building into two distinct spaces – ‘The Roundhouse’ on the ground floor and ‘The Rotunda’, on the upper floors.
Bute distillery and brewery thrives with all-female leadership team
The Bute Brew Co. and Isle of Bute Distillery chose to invest in training to upskill a trio of team members to take on the brewing and distilling roles previously occupied by male colleagues.
Top Sommelier qualifications for Highlands hospitality youngster
At just 21 years old, Caitlin Evans, has earned the Introductory Master Sommelier qualification and WSET Level 2 - Distinction, with a whopping 100% pass.
Spirit of the Sixties – a cocktail contest for crazy cats and cool chicks
SLTN, in partnership with Inverarity Morton, is inviting bartenders and mixologists to create a delicious drink that channels the Sixties vibe of fun, optimism and freedom.
Dean Banks bans Sunak and Hunt – and offers diners ‘VAT-free Fridays’
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt had best avoid The Pompadour, Dulse Edinburgh, Haar St Andrews and Dune St Andrews – because Dean Banks has banned them.
Crieff Hydro’s Stephen Leckie appointed as new Chair of VisitScotland
A long-time advocate for Scotland’s tourism industry, Stephen is currently Chair of the Scottish Tourism Alliance, a committee member for UK Hospitality and Lord-Lieutenant of Perth and Kinross.
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