Smugglers brand raises the spirit of prohibition-era Edinburgh
Resonating with those smugglers’ ‘determination to deliver great spirits to the masses’, the company,established in 2020, has since specialised in small-batch spirits, defined by bold flavours.
Baileys makes a bid for Eurovision glory
Unveiling a three-year partnership with Eurovision, Baileys said it would be ‘drizzling a little deliciousness’ all over the competition’s ‘joyful, global celebration of inclusive and diverse cultures and communities’.
Hoxton Spirits launches three new liquids and an eye-catching new look
Eleven years after disrupting the spirits industry with Hoxton Tropical gin, Hoxton Spirits this week launches three pioneering new spirits – its very own London Spritz’, a Spiced Whisky, and a classic dry gin.
Dalmore Gin captures the flavour of Highland Perthshire  Â
Alan Bannerman, owner of The Dalmore Inn & Restaurant in Blairgowrie, has spoken of the journey to create the gin which was recently named ‘Best Spirit to Pair with Food’ at the International Cheese & Dairy Awards.Â
Bareksten spirits offer a taste of Norway
The range is produced by forager and master distiller, Stig Bareksten, who promises 'peerless, world-class ingredient quality and exceptional flavour.'
Cutting costs in the cellar is ultimately a false economy
Wasting money is never something businesses aspire to, but as prices climb and disposable income shrinks, wastage is something business owners will be looking to avoid like the plague.
Quality in the spotlight at next month’s In Drinks event
Running on 8th and 9th March to coincide with ScotHot, In Drinks will feature a packed programme of debates and advice around Scotland’s dynamic drinks industry, as well as the chance to sample a wide range of quality beers, wines and spirits.
Embracing gin with the Masonic Arms
It’ll be 25 years this year since husband and wife Simon and LJ Jackson took over the Masonic Arms in Kirkcudbright, and they haven’t stopped developing the place since.
Tullamore DEW’s sweet and sour St Patrick’s day alternative
Described by the brand team at parent company William Grant & Sons as ‘a fresh, herbal twist’ on the classic Whiskey Sour, the Emerald Sour combines the Irish whiskey with Manzana Verde liqueur, Chartreuse Verte, mint syrup, lime juice and egg white.
Black Heart takes aim at the draught stout monoculture
Black Heart taps, running off a nitro line, will start appearing this weekend, serving up pints at 4.1% ABV, with tasting notes promising ‘chocolate and extra dark crystal malts giving layers of roasted, toasted coffee and cocoa, with a hint of caramel coming through’.
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