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.
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.
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