Molson Coors weighs into the stout wars with Caffrey’s Black
Caffrey’s Black Stout has been launched at 3.4% ABV, below the 4.2% of Guinness and its challenger, Heineken UK’s Murphy’s at 4.0%
Hospitality giant Mitchells & Butlers reveals strong festive trading
The hospitality group – which includes the All Bar One and Toby Carvery brands – saw sales up by 7.7% over the three-week period
Duck & Waffle prepares for a modern take on Burns Night indulgence
St James Quarter restaurant promises ‘playful' versions of classic Scottish dishes and dram-worthy moments celebrating the Bard
Rabbie Burns brings a wee ray of light to cold, dark January
Whether through straight drams, food pairings or cocktails, events celebrating Scotland's Bard have scope to grow whisky sales
Industry greets Scottish budget with disappointment
ScotGov avoided outright condemnation by including 15% business rates relief for some hospitality businesses
SimpsInns sets opening date for its new Ayrshire coast hotel spa
Following a £3million development, the hospitality group is to open Si! Spa at The Waterside on Tuesday 17th February
Restored Annandale Distillery pays tribute to Burns and Bruce
The original distillery ceased production in 1918 – until new owners professor David Thomson and Teresa Church arrived in 2007
‘Through the roof’ costs erode profitability at The Boar’s Head
Multiple SLTN Award-winner shines a stark light on the challenges faced by Scottish hospitality businesses going into 2026
William Grant’s Greenwood takes Scotch Whisky Association chair
Greenwood will lead the SWA’s Council of 16 member company representatives, shaping the direction of the industry as a whole
Maclean Brothers go up Ben Lomond for a gig and an Innis & Gunn
The Macleans lugged their accordion, bagpipes and guitar up to the summit to promote the Celtic Connections festival
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