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

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Mikaku launches extraordinary 30-day campaign to ‘secure its future’

Despite strong local support, loyal regulars, and a big online following, the venue is facing ‘unsustainable pressures that go far beyond footfall’.
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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.”

First tranche of Scottish Pubs Code legislation comes into force

The first section of the code is now in force, with the remaining provisions – governing rent reviews and market rent-only leases – due to go live on 30th June. 
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East end neighbourhood bar is a place for all kinds of beer drinkers

Opened in 2014 in Glasgow’s Dennistoun area, Redmond’s – which was named SLTN Craft Beer Bar of the Year 2024 – has carved out a successful niche for itself.

Thompson Brothers launch crowdfunder for a new distillery in Dornoch

The project aims to ‘redefine the future of whisky production’ while boosting the local economy and advancing sustainable industry practices.

Alexander Wines brings the sunshine to its Glasgow trade tasting

A combination of producer-hosted tables and free-pour areas allowed the healthy turnout of hospitality operators to take their time over their wine sampling.
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Forth Valley’s Nahui Keiss is Scottish Student Chef of the Year

Nahui, her assistant Anastasiia Severina and their lecturer have won an all-expenses paid educational food trip to Italy.  
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New hires as Crieff Hydro invests £5 million in dining revamp

Przemek Kaminski has arrived as Crieff Hydro's new general manager and Ryan Whitcut as its new executive chef.
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Diageo World Class Cocktail Festival reveals its Scottish participants

Built around bartenders named within the Top 100 finalists of Diageo World Class 2025, the festival aims to ‘elevate cocktail culture nationwide’
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Scoop promises ‘rejuvenated energy’ from its refurbished Ox and Finch

Ox and Finch was awarded a Bib Gourmand by Michelin within six months of opening; an accolade which it has retained ever since.

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