Lager still the pub linchpin
Lager's status as the linchpin of the Scottish on-trade lives on, with new figures from CGA showing it accounts for a third of the alcohol sold in the Scottish on-trade .
A category just beyond the pale
Heineken must have been working hard to promote John Smith’s over the past year as CGA’s data reports that the brand is now the second-biggest ale in the Scottish on-trade .
Enjoy the fruits of their labour
It's been a good year for cider sales in the Scottish on-trade, with the category’s value having risen by almost £3 million to £145m .
A stout performance
Not surprisingly, Guinness has retained its position as the biggest-selling stout in Scotland’s bars and pubs, with Belhaven Black retaining second place .
Champion local heroes
The boom in Scottish spirits production – whether it is whisky, gin or rum – has been good news for operators and consumers alike.
Capitalise on Caledonia brews
The quality of Scottish beer can pull in punters, brewers say .
Wider options not free from admirers
As more people follow restricted diets, greater choice is required in venues .
Raising a glass to the homeland
WooHa eyes more domestic growth after export success .
Future’s bright for Scottish beer
Apprenticeship for would-be brewers launched .
Beers Fallen into Coors portfolio
Craft IPAs, pilsners and porters from Stirlingshire’s Fallen Brewing Company are now available through Molson Coors Scotland thanks to a distribution partnership between the two .
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Niall Hassard
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
Luke Richardson
