Monthly Archives: March 2012
Brands cast Indie vote
A NEW drinks distributor focusing on high-end spirit and liqueur brands has just been launched.
Established by Chris Bowen, who previously worked with South African...
Managed bars in high spirits
A STRONG performance by Spirit Pub Company’s managed outlets was last week credited with offsetting a drop in income across its leasehold division.
Posting its...
Every cocktail tells a story
THE people behind Caorunn gin are in the mood for a story.
Inver House Distillers is challenging bartenders to create imaginative cocktails based on the...
Wine and spirits sales slow
SALES of wine and spirits across the UK are continuing to fall, according to figures from the Wine & Spirit Trade Association (WSTA).
The...
Bulmers blends the old with the new
A NEW limited edition Bulmers cider has been launched to celebrate the brand’s 125th anniversary.
Replacing previous limited edition variant Crisp Blend, Bulmers Vintage Reserve...
Cider set for small screen
SOUTH African cider Savanna is set to appear on TV screens from next month as part of a new marketing campaign for the brand.
The...
Opportunities there for taking
THE boss of tourism marketing body VisitScotland has urged operators to make the most of the major events coming to UK shores in the...
Aspall cider exports soar
EXPORTS of Aspall Cyder have soared by more than 50% in the last year, the Suffolk-based producer confirmed last week.
And the firm expects overseas...
Hotel brand takes it easy in Glasgow
THE second easyHotel in Scotland opened its doors in Glasgow earlier this week.
Located in Hill Street, the new hotel has 125 bedrooms featuring the...
New boss for Bull
RED Bull has appointed Andy Shaw as its new MD – and charged him with ensuring the continued growth of the brand in the...
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