History is written by the mixer – the tale of Jerry Thomas
THE COCKTAIL is liquid folklore. Old stories are remade and retold all the time, and cocktails are no different.
Start saving money in the cellar
BREWFITT says that its Future of Dispense draught dispense system can provide savings of £1800 a year for the average pub, while reducing wastage by up to 1500 pints a year.
Matugga – Scottish rum with international soul
“The link to rum, sugar, age of empire, transatlantic slavery – Scotland was in the middle of all of that. You walk around the streets of Glasgow, Jamaica Street etc, all the sugar houses that were there..."
Craft beer – stock a good range and make sure your staff know about...
WITH on-trade visits more expensive for customers than ever, it’s important for venues to offer a quality experience – and this strengthens the argument for stocking a good range of Scottish craft beers.
Getting finance for hospitality businesses “tough” in ’23
Operators may have to look away from the high street and to sources such as ‘challenger’ banks if they want to fund expansion...
Harris family celebrates 50 years at the Original Rosslyn Inn
Grahame Harris bought the Original Rosslyn Inn in 1973, developing the business along with wife Maureen, and continues to be involved with the hotel, which is now run by son Richard, today.
Thirty Knots: Buzzworks harnesses the power of the Forth
There is no missing the spring in the step of a staff with a hit on their hands, singing to themselves as they flit between the warmly lit tables.
Will vodka be the next craft spirits boom?
Should licensees and bartenders be prepared for growing demand for small-batch vodkas from switched-on customers?
Hospitality efficiencies that can help protect the environment
Buying energy-saving equipment is no longer an optional extra – it’s a must to soften the blow of energy price hikes.
Keeping on top of the big trends in hospitality at ScotHot
There will be plenty for tourism and hospitality professionals to get their teeth into at this year’s ScotHot, with the Scottish Tourism Alliance and Liquid Academy/Drink Think looking to tackle the big trends and topics affecting Scotland in 2023.
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Luke Richardson
William Woodburn
