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

Thomson given Master Innholder status for outstanding career

James Thomson OBE, owner of renowned Edinburgh hospitality venues The Witchery and Prestonfield House, has been a ‘great inspiration’ to the industry.
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Taylor Swift comes bearing gifts for central belt hospitality

Analysis of advertised online rates has found that the average one-night-stay in Edinburgh on Friday, June 7, currently comes in at £686.67.

Laphroaig granted a new Royal Warrant by His Majesty The King

“We are truly honoured to have Laphroaig’s commitment to excellence and sustainable practices recognised with a new Royal Warrant."

Better safe than sorry when it comes to drinking alcohol on duty

‘Drunk’: a very ordinary word with an uncomplicated meaning. But for those involved in the management of licensed businesses it has a particular significance. 

Budweiser adds Kopparberg to UK on-trade distribution portfolio

The companies said the move would allow Kopparberg to tap into Budweiser’s on-trade distribution network, and in return enhance the brewer’s Super Premium portfolio.

SLTN Award-winning Carriages is ready for a busy summer season

Carriages, in Kilmacolm, scooped Best Outdoor Area, in association with Magners, at the 2023 SLTN Awards, after a few years of change for the venue.

BrewDog co-founder James Watt steps down from chief executive role

BrewDog's current chief operating officer, James Arrow, will replace Watt as CEO, in what was described as a ‘succession plan put in place last year’.

Contini marks 20 years of authentic Italian food on Edinburgh’s George St

The first restaurant in Scotland to be officially recognised as an ‘Authentic Italian Restaurant’ by Accademia Italiana della Cucina, Contini opened in April 2004.

This sporting summer, it’ll all be kicking off at The Ark in Glasgow

How Scotland fares in the UEFA Euros is in the hands of the gods – but for The Ark, only the most pessimistic punter would bet against victory.

First release from Laing family’s Ardnahoe Distillery on Islay

Six decades after Stewart Laing first learned how to make whisky on Islay, he has realised a lifelong dream with the launch of ‘Inaugural Release’.

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