Lauren’s lavender-infused love letter to a transgender 60s hero
"Marsha P Johnson was a prominent figures in the gay rights movement of the 60s and 70s. A black transgender woman who made such an impact in her short life. She was a hero."
Jonny’s Mezcal and Aperol cocktail proclaims ‘never trust a hippie’
"This drink is bold, layered with flavours, and a bit quirky – just like Frank Zappa’s sound on Absolutely Free by The Mothers of Invention."
Scott invokes the revolutionary power of French protest photography
"This cocktail ties the revolutionary spirit of May 1968 with the intensity and passion of Gilles Caron’s photography."
Barbecues are ‘outdoor food theatre’ that can help change up menus
Pubs and bars take note – the public's appetite for barbecues ‘rocketed’ during 2020 and enthusiasm for al fresco food has not dwindled since.
Signature Group’s insights into what beers will prove popular this summer
With the summer season incoming, Louise MacLean gave SLTN some thoughts on what the company expects to be the big beer trends this year.
Sales up in Scottish bars and pubs, with customers still spending
World beers, premium ciders and low and no-alcohol products are said to be among the big success stories – as well as stout.
Spritzes, highballs and Margaritas are expected to shine this summer
What will be the big bar orders this summer? Will customers be searching for spritzes? Happy for highballs? What will be the top sellers?
Favela Cerveja founder has his eyes on the Scottish on-trade’s taps
Charles and his team took two years to land on the right recipe for the beer, which uses organic ingredients, is vegan-friendly and gluten-free.
Matthew Clark’s wine is a key part of The Adamson’s winning formula
“It’s a really important relationship to me. Matthew Clark understand that we’re not somebody with an endless budget, but they value us. They listen.”
The Glasgow Distillery marks its first ten years of whisky production
The facility itself, located as it is within an industrial unit, may have a strong claim to the title of ‘Scotland’s least attractive whisky distillery’.
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