Cider sales branch out

CIDER continues to move from strength to strength, with sales in the Scottish on-trade up £2.5 million to a total of £142m

Rum: Darker journey continues

CONSUMERS have continued journeying to the dark side of rum, which is reflected in the latest CGA statistics for the category.

Liqueurs and RTDs: Specialities stay strong

Liqueurs' versatility key to success

High flyers: The brands taking off in the on-trade

Movers and shakers making strides in Scotland’s pubs

Lager, ale & stout: Lager is still trade king

DESPITE a slight dip in overall sales, lager remains king of the on-trade – accounting for 29.6% of sales in Scotland’s pubs and bars.

Low & no-alcohol beer: A sensible year for sales

Low and no-alcohol variants continue to add fans in the trade

Edinburgh gin bar goes fourth

One Square marked the launch of the fourth batch of its gin with a special party last month .
Top brands 2018

Top Brands 2018: The big names are still the top brands

Despite the craft revolution, the biggest players retain their top spots

Freshers’ week can win over new fans

Students can be turned into repeat customers with great, themed nights out 

Christmas is on the cards

Drinks wholesalers say the operators who firm up festive season plans early stand to reap the rewards from the enhanced level of footfall that December brings

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Jack Cummins
LEGAL
Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
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Neil Morrison
THE GRAPEVINE
Luke Richardson