Monthly Archives: October 2013
Sound of music a force for Scots bars, says PPL
PLAYING music in a venue can help publicans to boost revenues, according to licensing company PPL.
A recent survey of 300 people in Scotland...
Sun shines on Scotmid
WEATHER was cited as a key factor as Scotmid Co-operative posted “comparable” results for the 26 weeks to July 27.
Recording an operating profit of...
West comes off Best in Spain
A GROUP of west coast publicans celebrated in the sun last month after winning the inaugural Caledonia Best Golf Challenge in Spain.
The team...
A Merry move into the on-trade
MERRYDOWN cider has been launched in a new 500ml bottle in the on-trade.
Described as a 6% ABV “classic medium cider”, the bottled product carries...
Craft requires careful thought
A planned approach to new beer products is key, say brewers
CRAFT beer continues to prove popular with Scottish consumers, but introducing or expanding...
Harviestoun marks 30th anniversary
THE Harviestoun Brewery is to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a special addition to its Ola Dubh range.
Produced in partnership with the Highland Park...
Life is Swede as cider sales soar
SWEDISH cider brand Kopparberg has credited a combination of good weather, consumer loyalty and a new marketing strategy with helping to boost sales of...
Compliance is costly for trade
COMPLIANCE with health and safety and employment law costs the licensed trade £792 million a year, according to the Forum of Private Business (FPB).
The...
Artists re-mix with rum brand
Campaign aims to promote passion with music competition
THE firm behind Bacardi will look to reinforce the brand’s music credentials today when it announces the...
Hospitality sector boosts economy
THE hospitality industry plays a “critical” role in fighting youth unemployment and is “essential” for jobs and growth and the health of other sectors,...
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