Never mind the continental lagers – here’s the Scottish prizewinners
People may have been temporarily drawn in by the ‘marketing mirage’ of foreign beer – but Innis & Gunn founder Dougal Sharp says the future of premium lager will be homegrown.
Orkney Brewery and Fyne Ales take home awards at Indie Beer Scotland 2024
The SIBA Scotland Independent Beer Awards are blind-tasted by expert beer judges, beer sommeliers, and master brewers from elsewhere in the UK.
Tayport Distillery and The Criterion ring the bells with a new rum
100 Chimes is said to offer a rich and complex flavour profile, with notes of vanilla, sweet orange and all spice creating a warm and pleasant drinking experience.
Surf’s up as Badachro launches new Highlands-inspired golden rum
Surfing Puffin Rum – a companion to Badachro’s Dancing Puffin Vodka – has already been shortlisted in the International Blended Rum category of the 2024 Scottish Rum Awards.
Make way for a new category – zero alcohol, but maximum mushroom!
Zooz is described as a ‘ground-breaking pioneer’ in no-and-low category which its creator believes will redefine the way consumers and bar-owners think about adult soft beverages.
Vault City brings back popular Black Grape Buckie sour beer
Described as ‘a big flavour for a big night’, with 8.3% ABV, it’s recommended serving is in ½ or ⅓ pints.
The Famous Grouse takes flight from Edrington to William Grant & Sons
Edrington described the move to exit the blended Scotch category as ‘the next stage of the company’s mission to be the world’s best at crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands’.
Innis & Gunn lager named as Scotland’s best at the World Beer Awards
Innis & Gunn’s Lager beat some big international names, including Estrella Damm, Madri, Stella, Becks, and Chang, as well as besting local market leaders Tennent's and Heverlee.
Scottish gin producers celebrate three-star success at Great Taste Awards
Operated by the Guild of Fine Foods, the awards recognise quality food and drink products from across the UK - and only 2% of products are awarded its coveted three-star status.
Brand new Benbecula distillery makes 150 casks available for sale
The 250-litre first-fill ex Pedro Ximénez and oloroso sherry casks are being sold for £8000 and £7500, respectively. The buyers' names will be recorded on the walls of the distillery.
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