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Harviestoun has been brewing at Alva, in the shadow of the Ochil Hills, since 1983, making craft beer in Scotland long before it became as popular as it is today

Run by Chef Patron Christopher Dougan, The Kenmuir Arms is launching as a gastropub with rooms, offering a ‘stand-out culinary experience’ showcasing Scottish produce

The promotional event, running from from June 29 until July 9, is being coordinated by the Marketing After Dark agency, which previously enjoyed some success organising Dundee Cocktail Week.

Created as part of the Big Peat brand’s ‘World Tour’ of bottlings, 'The Bannerman’s Bar Edition’ is the first to be bottled specifically for a bar.

‘Be A Little Fruktig’ will run throughout the summer to coincide with the increased consumer appetite for fruitier, more refreshing alcoholic drinks, with an expected reach of 42 million UK adults. 

DRG – which operates bars and restaurants across Scotland's cities, including the popular Di Maggio’s, Amarone, and Café Andaluz brands – has reported a sales spike in refreshing serves as the hot weather has persisted.

Three in 10 people said that they would be more likely to visit a venue if it promoted its equity, diversity and inclusion policies.

Launched in 2019, the former Northern Lighthouse Board tender was refurbished as a hotel by the award-winning team at The Royal Yacht Britannia, which is berthed nearby.

Nairn’s will occupy the Henderson St site that was formerly Nick's, before a serious kitchen fire in 2021 devastated the property.

Supported by Scotland Food & Drink and commercial law firm Burness Paull, the festival will mark the start of Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight and Scottish Rum Week.