Demand for gluten-free options is growing
Catering for gluten-intolerant customers is a ‘must’, food firms say
Gluten-free is one of the biggest changes the food industry has seen since vegetarianism –...
Brooklyn gin is bound for UK
Drinks marketing and distribution firm Hi-Spirits has bolstered its gin portfolio by reaching an agreement to supply Brooklyn Gin to the UK on and...
Outlets risk serious fines
Operators warned against failing to comply with waste regulations
Scottish restaurant, bar and hotel operators could be risking fines of up to £10,000 by failing...
Fall for wine cocktails
Wining and dining is a major part of both Valentine’s and Mothers’ Day for many, which is good news for the on-trade.
And it seems...
Fizz remains as gin’s rise continues
Stocking a blend of big brands and small-batch spirits is key
As image makeovers go, gin’s has been pretty impressive.
Once saddled with the less-than-complimentary ‘Mothers’...
Firm aims to join up supply chain
A new Scottish consultancy which aims to bring wholesalers and suppliers together has been launched.
Scott MacDonald, a former drinks executive with brewing giant AB...
There are choices galore with whisky
Diversity of category can play a key role in driving sales, say producers
With a seemingly limitless number of things to talk about, from cuts...
Wine firm forecasts a return to form
Things are looking up for the on-trade with alcohol sales on the rise and premium products continuing to shine, wine supplier Bibendum has revealed...
Kane is willing and able
Glasgow publican Annie Kane has taken the helm of her second outlet in the city’s south side following two refurbishments funded by parent company...
Investing in the future
Pubcos are backing Scottish trade
The Scottish trade may have faced some tough challenges in 2015, but that doesn’t seem to have shaken the pub...




























