Gavin goes to London for Giffard Liqueurs’ West Cup cocktail decider

The premium liqueurs and syrups firm said that the Mayfair event promises to be a ‘celebration of innovation and skill’ featuring six exceptional bartenders

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.

Dakota Hotels group named as one of the UK’s best places to work

The list ranks workplaces on employee satisfaction, workplace culture, benefits, opportunities for growth, and overall employee experience.

Grassmarket gets new outdoor cocktail bars courtesy of Magnum

Magnum has teamed up with Cold Town House to create three new iced cocktails using the brand, including the Banana Colada, Choc N’ Chip and Strawberries N’ Cream.

Stonegate hits half-a-million milestone in MND charity fundraising

Since April 2022, Stonegate's managed pub network and support teams have collaborated to raise £500,000 in support of Motor Neurone Disease.

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.

The Orkney Distillery produces its first run of new make spirit

Kirkwall is already home to Highland Park and Scapa and will soon boast another malt - once that new make spirit has matured for three years.

Dundee Council event encourages more people to eat and drink locally

Multiple venues and businesses across Dundee will be involved in the Dundee Food Festival taking place on Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July 7.
BrewDog founder James Watt

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.

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