SLTN Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 looks to the future of Highland hospitality
DAVID Whiteford, ebullient chairman of Highland Coast Hotels, is heading into peak hospitality season with a mixture of long term optimism – and short term frustration.
This Is The Way – a trip to the Cocktail Geeks’ Cantina
Imperial droids and imagery adorn the walls, a small stuffed Grogu surveys proceedings from atop the back-bar and customers venturing upstairs will walk past Han Solo encased in carbonite
For the majority of customers, ‘moderation’ means soft drinks
Some younger demographics represent a generation that never became established alcohol drinkers, so they aren’t seeking out low alcohol replacements...
Dark roasted renaissance for the coffee liqueur
Modern UK consumers have become ever more discerning over their choice of coffee, focussing on provenance and quality – and now the coffee liqueur is undergoing a renaissance powered by the same premium principles
Simple steps to sustainable hospitality
Drinks companies say there is increasing pressure from the public for businesses to introduce sustainable practices and cut their carbon footprint, even if this can be a challenge.
Sales of premium apple and flavoured ciders growing on tap
The value of premium draught cider sales has grown by 67% (apple ciders) and 275% (flavoured ciders) in Scottish pubs and bars over the past five years
The Macallan: a modern marvel
The high-tech facility, on The Macallan’s Easter Elchies Estate – which has been home to The Macallan since 1824 – has enabled The Macallan to increase its production capacity by up to a third.Â
There are several licensing steps to take before opening a venue
You’re about to take a big step on the hospitality ladder: acquiring your own business ... and a close look at the premises licence is the first step towards maximising trading opportunities.
Gin drinkers seeking out ‘more complex’ flavours
Flavoured gins that draw their tastes from distilling rather than ‘synthetic’ sources have been gaining ground, with both premium and super premium products gaining popularity.
Scottish operators get set for a summery cider season
Cider sales ‘skyrocket’ during the summer months: "You can almost be doing three times the volume of cider when the sun comes out."
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Jack Cummins
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
Luke Richardson
