Monthly Archives: November 2014
New gin brings festive spirit
THE firm behind Edinburgh Gin has launched a new limited edition spirit inspired by the ‘taste of Christmas’.
Edinburgh’s Christmas Gin is infused with...
Firm links with Fife hotel
A FIFE hotel has changed hands in a deal brokered by chartered surveyors Shepherd.
Investment firm Kapital Assets is the new owner of the former...
Time for trade to review contracts?
Employers should consider how staff overtime is dealt with in light of holiday pay cases, writes lawyer John Grant
THERE have been a number of...
Britvic unveils new look
SOFT drinks firm Britvic has unveiled a packaging redesign across its Mixers and Juices range in the on-trade.
The new look, which is being...
Shine on you crazy berry
SOFT drinks firm Britvic has launched its festive limited edition J2O Glitter Berry in time for Christmas.
The blend of grape, cherry and a hint...
Bar in its element after makeover
AN Edinburgh bar has been given a “stylish new look” as part of a £130,000 refurbishment project.
Element, on the capital’s Rose Street, has been...
Highland Brewing Co takes top award
Host of producers recognised in Scottish competition
ORKNEY’S Highland Brewing Company has triumphed at what’s been described as Scotland’s “most fiercely fought beer contest”.
The brewery,...
Lynagh back in SWA office
THE Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has appointed Eddie Lynagh, area manager for Booker, as its senior vice-president.
The appointment will see Lynagh take over...
Brut pops over from Burgundy
WINE and spirit distributor Sovereign Brands has launched Luc Belaire Brut in the UK.
Made from Chardonnay grapes, the French wine is produced in...
Beer tie loosened after Bill amendment?
By Gillian McKenzie
IT has spanned several years, dividing opinion and polarising the industry; and, last week, the debate over the ‘beer tie’ took another...