Monthly Archives: March 2016
Time of change for trade group
By Dave Hunter
WHEN Stephen McGowan, a partner at legal firm TLT, took over as chairman of BII Scotland a little over three years ago,...
Take a different route this year
Stocking unusual wines could pay off in coming months
Stocking a range of unusual, lesser-known wines could pay off for licensees this summer, according to...
Comfortable distribution deal brings liqueurs to the table
Liqueur brands Southern Comfort and Tuaca have a new distributor in the UK thanks to an agreement with drinks marketing and distribution firm Hi-Spirits.
The...
Pubco to absorb wine duty rise
Punch Taverns to preserve some prices following tax increase
Punch Taverns has pledged to absorb the increase in wine duty which came into force last...
Poor transport is hurting our pubs
More investment needed in wake of drink drive change
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has called for the Scottish Government to commit to improving...
Spring has sprung out of the brewery
Edinburgh-based Caledonian Brewery has launched its latest seasonal guest ale, which is available from now until May.
Caledonian Brewery’s First Dawn is a golden pale...
More brands help fortify drinks portfolio
Whyte & Mackay has bolstered its brandy and sherry portfolio through a new deal with the firm behind Spanish brandy and sherry business Fundador.
As...
Capital eatery up for sale
OPERATORS seeking to open a venue in Edinburgh might be interested in the leasehold for a city centre outlet which is up for sale.
Property...
New online ordering system for pubs
Brewer, pub company and wholesaler Greene King has overhauled its online ordering system in a bid to simplify the process for operators.
The launch of...
Six of the best in spirits deal
New agreement sees UK firm take on expanded portfolio
Drinks distributor Catalyst Brands has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with global spirits giant Beam Suntory,...
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Luke Richardson
William Woodburn
