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.

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?

‘Perfect storm’ for rare malts

THE market for rare Scotch whisky experienced ‘unprecedented growth’ during the first six months of this year, according to recently published figures by a whisky investment analyst.

Taking a trip back in time

SPEYSIDE single malt The Balvenie is moving forward by looking back with a new addition to its core range that pays homage to the distillery’s past.

One for all and all for one

A NEW expression of Jura single malt whisky that celebrates the island’s community and distillery workers has been released.

Scots producers eye awards

SCOTTISH beer firms are set to contest no less than five gongs at the annual UK-wide Beer and Cider Marketing Awards.

Soft drinks range hits awards for six

THE Franklin & Sons range of premium tonics and mixers picked up six accolades at this year’s Great Taste Awards.

The view from behind bars: rum

Two Scottish bartenders talk trends, tiki and trading up

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