Renton to lead Wine Importers
Wine Importers, the Livingston-based wine merchant, has appointed Neil Renton as its new managing director.
Industry veteran to head Ardgowan
Drinks industry veteran Mike Keiller has been appointed as the new chairman of the Ardgowan Distillery Company as the business prepares to begin construction of its production facility.
A four-dram trip to Orkney
Bar operators and staff from across Scotland took a virtual trip to Orkney this month for a Burns’ Night celebration with SLTN and Edrington UK.Â
Scottish spirits shine in World Gin Awards
Distilleries on Mull, the Cairngorms and Edinburgh were among the winners in the first round of this year’s World Gin Awards.
Free chef management course opens for applications
Chefs in Scotland have access to a free management training programme after a new government-funded scheme opened for applications.
Jarl is the Champion of Scotland
Fyne Ales, the Argyll-based brewery, has won the Champion Beer of Scotland award for its Jarl ale.
Mental health courses for hospitality launched
A range of fully-funded mental health and wellbeing training courses for those working in Scotland’s hospitality industry has been launched.
Investment firm takes majority stake in Eden Mill
Eden Mill, the Scottish gin and whisky distiller, has sold a majority stake in its business to Edinburgh-based investment firm Inverleith for an undisclosed sum.
Grants of up to £5000 for pubs hit by table service rule
Pubs impacted by the table service requirement which was brought in on 27th December and ends today (24th January) will be able to apply for a one-off grant of up to £5000.
Orchid and Glenfiddich team for Burns’ Night
William Grant & Sons, parent company of Glenfiddich, has teamed with Aberdeen cocktail bar Orchid to offer a range of Burns’ Night cocktails for home delivery.
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