Monthly Archives: September 2017
Bottle return plan ‘flawed’
The plans could affect the on-trade
Scots gin stars ready to shine
EIGHT Scottish gin distillers are in the running for the top prize at the inaugural Scottish Gin Awards.
A new face in an old town
ONE of only three functioning distilleries in the former whisky capital of Campbeltown has expanded its range with the launch of an 18 year old expression.
Cashing in on coffee
While the number of cafés looks set to continue to rise, pubs and bars are well-placed to capitalise on offering quality hot beverages too.
Bonsai bottles as gin goes mini
JAPANESE-inspired London Dry gin Kokoro has been launched in miniature bottles.
Whisky specialist bolsters portfolio
WHOLESALER and independent whisky bottler Gordon & MacPhail has become the sole UK distributor of Bladnoch Distillery’s single malt whiskies.
Celebrating historic connection
ORKNEY Distilling has joined forces with Rosslyn Chapel to produce a new gin to celebrate the Midlothian chapel’s Orkney links.
Keep a cocktail list in line with the times
MUCH like the seasons, taste in drinks can change throughout the year; what proves popular in the summer may not be selling quite so well as the mercury drops.
Some ghostly serves
COCKTAIL mixer and puree brand Funkin has introduced a range of Halloween-themed cocktails for on-trade operators looking to capitalise on the occasion.
There’s plenty time to capitalise on gin
As gin continues to grow in popularity, what are the best ways for operators to translate this snowballing spirits category into sales in their outlets?
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Luke Richardson
William Woodburn
