The Best rugby deal is renewed

Tennent Caledonian Breweries has confirmed that its Caledonia Best ale will sponsor Scottish Rugby for a further three years. The deal will see Caledonia Best...

Brewers offer new year steer on beer

Balanced range and a knowledgeable team are cornerstones of the category Balancing larger, well-known brands with small, craft products could be one of the best...

Branching out in Balmaha

Family-owned hotel set to expand its brewing business The family behind an award-winning hotel, bar and restaurant in Balmaha is expanding its brewing operations as...

Tequila brand in UK move

Specialist drinks importer Spirit Cartel has introduced premium tequila brand Clase Azul to the UK market. The four-strong range of tequilas, produced in the Mexican...

Converting rugby into pints in pubs

There's nothing like a sporting tournament to bring the punters into their local, and this year licensees will have a number of events to...

Distillery growth gets green light

Production set to step up in Speyside following expansion A Major expansion plan for the Glenfiddich Distillery which will allow the whisky producer to increase...

Facelift for single malt

New-look packaging for Highland single malt Tomatin is set to be released this March. The packaging facelift will see the Tomatin Distillery’s core range of...

Seasonal chance to raise national spirit

Scotch whisky in line for Christmas and New Year sales spike THE coming weeks present a significant opportunity for growing sales of Scotch whisky, according...

Hotel spirit is alive and well

WITH a range of around 250 whiskies to choose from, it can sometimes be difficult for customers at Glenesk Country House Hotel to decide...

Highland firm turning up the heat

Craft spirits producer Arbikie Highland Estate has celebrated its first anniversary with the launch of a new chilli vodka. Arbikie Chilli Vodka uses chipotle chillies...

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