Isle of Skye Distillers shows pioneering spirit

Portree-based Isle of Skye Distillers has launched its first vodka.
Premium Christmas drinks should include quality spirits, while those making them should also demonstrate flair and creativity, firms say

Give customers the gift of choice

Premium options are expected to be in high demand over the festive season
Callum and Michaela

Four drinks of Christmas

Callum Neilly and Michaela Ball of The Finnieston in Glasgow reveal the serves they suspect could be a hit this December
Dried fruit is among the options available to licensees looking to stock sustainable garnishes.

Sustainability is not just for Christmas

Eco-friendly cocktails and garnishes can prove especially useful during the festive season
Orkney Brewery’s Craig Steven (right) with Guy Sheppard of SIBA.

Gold for top craft brewers

Orkney and Drygate biggest winners at SIBA
Pouring beer

Strike the right balance in beer

For many venues, it’s important to offer a mix of big brands and smaller names
kirin

Refreshing time for beer

Japanese beer brand Kirin Ichiban is sporting new-look packaging, designed to accentuate the beer’s premium positioning
poster

Soft approach driven home

Holidays are officially coming as CCEP unveils Christmas plans
bottle in ice

Jägermeister campaign plays it cool

The firm behind Jägermeister has been encouraging 18 to 24 year olds to get into the party spirit ahead of Christmas
Old Curiosity’s new gin changes colour

A colourful festive spirit

A colour-changing gin has been launched by the Old Curiosity Distillery in time for the festive season

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