Sapporo Premium Beer makes its UK draught debut through KBE Drinks
Master Brewer Seibei Nakagawa travelled to Germany to acquire brewing knowledge, and then brought it back to Hokkaido, where cutting-edge technology has since perfected the brand...
Scottish Nationalist gin brand survives Portman Group scrutiny
The complaint, made by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association, argued that YES Gin's packaging did not signal the alcoholic nature of the drink and might appeal to under-18s
Belhaven Black: new wind in the sails of Scotland’s number one stout
The brewery, fresh from the successful relaunch of Belhaven Best, has reported an ‘incredible surge in interest’ in Belhaven Black, particularly from younger customers.
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  Â
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.Â
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.
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