Monthly Archives: April 2014
Bubbles still rising in wine
Sparkling records strong growth in on-trade, report says
BUBBLES have yet to burst, Burgundy is under pressure and French wine is still top dog –...
Doggy-bag scheme to help cut waste
CONSUMERS are being given the opportunity to help reduce restaurant waste through a new initiative from Zero Waste Scotland.
The ‘Good to Go’ scheme...
Room to grow for soft drinks
A selection built around quality products is key, say firms
AN increasingly discerning and health-conscious public is creating opportunities for operators to grow soft drinks...
Quality and variety key to energy drinks
Trade can make the most of category in growth, say producers and suppliers
WITH sales volumes climbing year-on-year, energy drinks continue to be an on-trade...
First of the summer wine
Operators advised to spring clean list to reflect new season
THE clocks have gone forward, spring is in the air and warmer weather – although...
Gin brand a long time in the making
A 66 year old recipe is said to be at the heart of a new small-batch gin from Edinburgh.
Pickering’s Gin is the brainchild of...
Howlin’ Wolf prowls into city bar scene
Homage paid to blues music legends at new Glasgow venue
THE common thread between Mark Lappin and Paul Bright’s first two Glasgow ventures has been...
Operators risking fines over waste
Majority of businesses not compliant, report claims
FOOD businesses across Scotland are risking prosecution by failing to comply with waste regulations, according to new research....
Youth captured by spirit beer?
Emerging category is said to be appealing to young adult drinkers
THERE has been a relative explosion in the range of spirit-flavoured beers available in...
Heritage focus for Bacardi ad
THE firm behind rum brand Bacardi has launched a multi-million pound ad campaign in the UK, promoting the brand’s heritage.
The Bacardi Untameable Since 1862...
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