Who sets the mixology standards across Scotland?

As mixologists turn their attention to autumn, Edinburgh bars Panda & Sons and Tonic, and Glasgow venues The Gate and Lunar, are among the cocktail bars attracting industry praise.

Glasgow Film Theatre agrees union recognition with Unite Hospitality

The agreement, which covers staff working in GFT’s licensed front of house and cleaning teams, will formalise collective bargaining and negotiation on pay and workplace policies.

Eden Mill promotes Rennie Donaldson to deliver on its ambitions

The company strategy is to 'reposition and premiumise' Eden Mill’s portfolio, drive international distribution and build its reputation particularly within the US and Asian markets.

Molson Coors hands Bartrums the reins of Aspall Cyder for five years

Family-owned Bartrums will be responsible for the UK outbound transport, factory clearance, storage and co-packing operations for the entire Aspall Cyder brand.

Crieff Hydro group signs three-year contract with Inverarity Morton   

The hotel group said that the partnership will enhance the guest experience across its portfolio of eight venues with an impressive range of premium wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks. 

Glasgow Council and venue operators at loggerheads over the LEZ

Glasgow City Council’s Low Emission Zone is being attacked as an ‘iniquitous, cash grabbing exercise’ that is needlessly pushing the city’s night-time economy over a cliff.

Heineken UK takes Pride in its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts

Drinks companies must ‘walk the walk’ of inclusivity, before they can rightfully ‘talk the talk’ in their corporate statements and promotional material.

Take the Kaizen Challenge at the House of Suntory Dojo

BARTENDERS will have the chance to learn more about Japanese drinks and hospitality this September when the House of Suntory’s Dojo advocacy programme comes to Edinburgh.

New Edinburgh ‘dive bar’ Dizzy Izzy’s has a punk attitude

The venue, opened last month by owner Shandy Martin – who is also behind capital venue 4042 – has a focus on punk and rock music. 

Helping hospitality to become a more inclusive industry

What can operators and their teams do to make their venues feel more inclusive to a broader range of people – both as staff and customers? 

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ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
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