Cutting ecological cost of cocktails
Fewer ingredients, repurposing unused garnishes and buying British products wherever possible are among the ways venues could reduce the carbon footprint of their cocktail lists.
Choice is now top priority for many
Mindful drinking, already a trend prior to the pandemic, has become more important to many pub and bar customers as they look to lead healthier lifestyles.
Ensure your drinks offer is full of beans
It may still be comparatively young, but the Espresso Martini is a staple on cocktail lists around the country.
Consumer thirst for sustainability
Sustainability credentials of venues and drinks brands are an increasingly important consideration for consumers when deciding where to go and what to order, a new report has claimed.
Quietly becoming the next big thing?
Rum sales across the UK are said to be growing. Will there be a boom in demand?
Variety holds key to summer sales
Variety is the spice of life when it comes to hard seltzers and RTDs.
A day for the gin fans of the world
A CORE range of high quality products and effective use of menus will be among the best ways to capitalise on the upcoming World Gin Day in June.
Healthy boost for soft sales
HEALTH and wellbeing are important drivers for many consumers when it comes to choosing what to drink.
A summer that’s all about agave?
THE popularity of Mexico’s national spirit is growing in Scotland’s pubs and bars – and there could be a boom this summer.
Same spirit, new priorities
PROVENANCE, choice and sustainability are three of the factors that are likely to influence people’s gin-buying decisions this year, according to brand owners and distributors.
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Jack Cummins
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
Luke Richardson
