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The top stories and latest news, dedicated to the licensed trade in Scotland.

The festive season encourages customers to try something new

Whisky has a loyal following throughout the year – but the festive season opens it up to people who might not usually drink it

Dunblane Hydro’s partnership with Nick Nairn comes to an end

Nairn has been at the helm of the hotel's Kailyard Restaurant since its launch, played a ‘defining role’ in shaping its reputation

Ayrshire coast hotel creates 30 new jobs ahead of spa opening 

SimpsInns' £3million investment in The Waterside Hotel has created new sea view bedrooms and a state-of -the-art spa

Kathleen Hood, co-founder of the Lisini Pub Co, dies aged 81

Kathleen devoted over 60 years to the trade and helped build one of Lanarkshire’s best-known and most enduring hospitality groups

Oakbank Inn reopens this weekend under community ownership

Scotland’s newest community-owned pub venture, the Oakbank was bought with the help of a grant from the Scottish Land Fund.

Kimpton Blythswood retains five-stars and increases AA scoring

“We are delighted by the results of our inspection - our AA Rosette for iasg, and fantastic feedback is testament to our great team"

Tennent’s Direct and Ingliston Country Club make the perfect pair

"Ingliston have built a reputation for top-class hospitality, with a premium food and wine offering that makes every visit feel special"

Steps licensees should take to check they are World Cup ready

The question for licensing boards is 'will there be boogie woogie all night long in premises up and down the country?'

McIntyre uses award win to spread his mental health message

“We all know someone who is experiencing a tough time. Make this promise to yourselves – let them know that you are thinking about them.

Macleans launch 34-year-old whisky to mark Pacific world record

Drawn from a single 1991 Auchroisk cask donated by Diageo, proceeds from the release will fund clean water projects in Madagascar.

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