Japanese whisky swipes Scotland’s crown
Scotch whisky has suffered a shock defeat in a blind tasting hosted by Fever-Tree, with Japanese whiskies coming out on top.
Better informed people will choose to drink better drinks
Sales of premium spirits brands are said to be weathering the economic downturn, because despite consumers going out less, they are ‘trading up’ when they do.
Edrington’s focus on ultra-premium spirits pays off
Overall, the group’s revenue was up by 5%, at £1.334.3m, producing profits before tax of nearly £407m, and a bottom line profit of £164m after ‘exceptional items’.
Why pouring the perfect pint is so important
"This online learning is a fantastic resource that will support our on trade customers to deliver a quality service": Stephen Dickson, Dispense Quality Manager
As Britain heads to the polls, hospitality hopes for help
A cut to VAT and a review of the UK’s immigration restrictions are the hospitality industry's biggest asks for Westminster ahead of this General Election.
Edinburgh bar owner is looking to make his mark on premium spirits
Chris, who owns The Black Cat on Rose Street, said: "As a barman I think you want to own your own bar, and then you want to do your own spirit."
Stock Spirits and Argyll Estates plan a distillery at Inveraray Castle
Clan Campbell is a popular whisky blend in France – and the plan is to produce a single malt whisky which could also be used in the Clan Campbell blend.
Non-alcoholic spirit wins Scottish entrepreneurial competition
Talonmore Non Alcoholic Spirit has won the Scottish Edge Competition and secured wholesale deals that will make the liquid available across the whole of Scotland.
Pairing beers with specific dishes can be a winner for food venues
With beer such a popular choice in on-trade venues, and the category boasting such a variety of styles and flavours, food pairing would seem to be a no-brainer.
Licensing boards can run into problems when they reach beyond their objectives
The five licensing objectives set out in the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 are designed to guide licensing boards’ approach to applications and review hearings.
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Luke Richardson
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