Kopparberg is one of a number of cider brands to boast a range of fruit flavours.

Keep cider in range, drinks firms say

Operators advised to choose carefully if fridge space is limited An explosion of new fruit flavours and products in recent years has given operators no...
One of the main design features in Pilgrim, the bar frontage is made from old suitcases.

Happy trails for Pilgrim

Edinburgh bar embarks on new journey after major refurb. Dave Hunter reports BREATHING new life into old material is a recurring theme at Edinburgh bar...
Technology can play an important role in helping outlets run smoothly.

Trade urged to embrace technology

New kit and software can improve efficiency, suppliers say TECHNOLOGY is playing an increasingly important role in bars, restaurants, hotels and nightclubs – and the...
The Orkney Brewery is one of the Scottish brewers capitalising on the growing craft trend.

Beer drinkers thirst for more

Search for new flavours boosting craft sector, microbrewers say A FOCUS on new flavours and quality ingredients is helping to drive sales of craft beers...
Long drinks should prove popular with pub customers this summer, say spirits firms, but it is vital publicans promote their drinks menus.

Long drinks can help trade get into the summer spirit

Well-stocked gantry key to boosting sales in coming months AS the nights get longer so should the drinks. That’s the message from drinks firms, who...
Summer sales can shine without sun

Summer sales can shine without sun

Drinks range more important than weather, say operators THE right product range is crucial to making the most of summer trading this year, operators have...
G&J Greenall is positioning its range of premix drinks in the off-trade as an easy, time-saving option for consumers ahead of the summer season.

Saving time this summer

G&J Greenall is positioning its range of premix drinks in the off-trade as an easy, time-saving option for consumers ahead of the summer season....
There is plenty of scope for growing soft drinks sales this summer, says Britvic.

Casual diners are a soft option for pubs

CASUAL diners and time-limited consumers are among the key opportunities for soft drinks sales this summer, according to Britvic. The firm has identified the...
Funkin has a range of cocktail mixers.

Mixing it up with Funkin

THE firm behind cocktail mixer brand Funkin has launched two promotional campaigns in the run up to summer. The ‘Innovation Champion’ activity will see...
Souther Comfort Lime

SoCo sets its sights on summer

SUMMER drinking occasions are the focus of a new marketing initiative for speciality spirit Southern Comfort. Promotional kits from Bacardi Brown-Forman Brands highlight signature serves...

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