Monthly Archives: October 2014
Pubcos pick up prizes
Star Pubs & Bars and Punch Taverns shine at BBPA annual awards dinner
PUB companies were celebrating at this year’s British Beer & Pub Association...
Drinks firm in marketing push
PRUK launches major campaigns ahead of Christmas
PERNOD Ricard UK is investing heavily in marketing three of its drinks brands in the run up to...
Established eatery for sale
THE long-established Rawalpindi Indian restaurant in Glasgow is up for sale.
The eatery has been trading on the city’s Sauchiehall Street for more than 30...
Woodford makes it a double
THE firm behind Woodford Reserve has extended the bourbon brand’s portfolio in the UK on-trade with the launch of Woodford Reserve Double Oaked.
The...
Strong season for cocktails
DRINKS supplier Bibendum has predicted strong sales for spirits this Christmas, driven by the continued popularity of cocktails.
Revealing figures for the 12 weeks...
Craft’s mission to North America
Scottish brewers cross the pond to promote their products
A DELEGATION of Scottish craft brewers embarked on a mission to North America to raise awareness...
Health report was far from definitive
Recent publication from AFS was well put together but flawed
“A STATEMENT of the bleedin’ obvious” – that was a short and simple ‘tweet’ verdict...
Trade initiatives giving youth a chance
By Gillian McKenzie
YOUNG people have long played an important role in the workforce of Scotland’s licensed trade.
But while working in a bar or restaurant...
Guest house gets smart on the web
Operators use business funding to launch mobile website
THE operators of a Highland guest house have embraced the growth in smartphone use by launching a...
Baileys back on TV
CREAM liqueur brand Baileys is to be the subject of a £3.5 million media spend in the run up to Christmas.
The investment in the...