A Genius move from industry heavyweights
Genius Brewing, the Glasgow company that launched a 3% ABV craft lager in 2018, has secured funding from two drinks and hospitality heavyweights as it marks its second anniversary
Coronavirus: BBPA publishes ullage guidance
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has published in-depth guidance for pubs on the correct way to destroy unsellable beer in their cellars
A masterclass at home
The company behind single malts BenRiach and The GlenDronach has taken its education programme online with the launch of a new ‘conversation series’ on Instagram Live
Coronavirus: CAMRA supports Edinburgh and south east businesses.
The Edinburgh and South East Scotland branch of consumer group CAMRA (the Campaign for Real Ale) has launched a new online service in a bid to support pubs and breweries during the coronavirus lockdown period
Coronavirus: councils begin paying business grants
Payments come as Scottish Government under fire for limiting grants to one per business, not one per property as in England
Coronavirus: ‘Clear demand’ for delivered food and drink
There is a “clear demand” for quality food and drink delivered from on-trade premises during the COVID-19 lockdown, according to research company CGA
Edinburgh Gin shakes up store cupboard ingredients into cocktail creations
Edinburgh Gin will help people create the perfect serve at home through a new online service, by transforming household ingredients into cocktail recipes
Coronavirus: pressure mounts on pubcos to cancel rent
Pressure is mounting on pub companies to waive rent for the duration their pubs are shut due to COVID-19, as a pro-pub campaign group vows to “name and shame” companies continuing to charge their tenants and lessees rent
Ian Macleod Distillers unveils new whisky podcast
Ian Macleod Distillers is launching a new podcast which aims to both entertain and educate listeners on the whisky industry
Coronavirus: ‘tronc’ payments should be included
UK Hospitality is calling on the UK Government to include ‘tronc’ payments – money normally distributed to staff which is earned through tips, service charges and gratuities – in the amount paid to furloughed hospitality workers under the Job Retention Scheme



























