Posts Tagged ‘gin’
Last year’s sell-out gin botanical bouquets return
Edinburgh Gin’s botanical bouquets are back in bloom for Valentine’s Day and three multi-sensory arrangements are available. After last year’s Valentine’s Gin bouquet sold out in under 24 hours, the Scottish distiller has once again partnered with MUD Urban Flowers to introduce two new striking arrangements – Classic and Rhubarb and Ginger. Each of three…
Read MoreTwo alternative Scots spirits to toast Burns Night
If you’re not into whisky but want to toast the Bard with something special, some other award-winning Scots spirits are being suggested. Burns Night celebrations wouldn’t be complete without a dram of whisky, but for those who prefer white spirits, Eight Lands Organic Speyside Gin and Vodka provide a perfect alternative whilst giving a nod…
Read MoreArbikie Distillery celebrates major US export deal
Family-owned luxury spirits producer Arbikie celebrated its fifth birthday by signing an agreement that will see its brands exported to selected states in the United States. The Angus-based sustainable, field-to-bottle distiller has agreed a substantial distribution deal with a leading US importer. The distiller, which launched in 2014 with Scotland’s first potato vodka, distils vodka,…
Read MoreMixologists create masterpieces at The Gallery
A series of exclusive cocktails have been created by mixologists at The Gallery – the stylish new bar at the Chester Hotel in Aberdeen. They were given a blank canvass to create a cocktail menu for the luxurious venue, resulting in a blend of the contemporary and the classics in an exhibition that defies artistic…
Read MoreDornoch Castle Hotel kick-starts its anniversary year
When it comes to making bucket lists for the New Year, there is one ‘to-do’ that should be added to everyone’s list: spend a night in a Highland castle. Whether it’s one night or a long weekend, venturing out into the fresh countryside air and returning to an historic, cosy castle for a tipple or…
Read MoreLimited edition gin in unique presentation
Hendrick’s Gin has collaborated with Oscar winning graphic designer for film, Annie Atkins, to create a curious limited-edition gift. Dublin-based Annie is perhaps best known for her collaborations with Wes Anderson on The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), for which she received an Oscar for Best Production Design, and Isle of Dogs (2018). Atkins has worked…
Read MoreA preview of food trends set to arrive in 2020
In 2019 veganism was on the rise, as more people than ever signed up for Veganuary last year. With people becoming more health conscious, does this mean no beer for a year? Greta Thunberg has waged a war against global warming, making people all over the world sit up and listen. This has led to…
Read MoreSpirits are high as Eden Mill boosts its annual sales
Award-winning distiller and brewer Eden Mill has announced a 48% surge in revenue for the year ending March 2019. Total turnover increased to £8 million as the company expanded its portfolio of drinks under the Eden Mill brand. Operating profit for the year will grow to £495,000 with the current year’s profit forecast projected at…
Read MoreEden Mill launches Eden Nil alcohol free range
Award-winning St Andrews based distiller and brewer Eden Mill has today announced the launch of its first alcohol free range. The aptly named Eden Nil range launches following research which found 61% of consumers want better choice when it comes to non-alcoholic drinks, while 58% are drinking more non and low ABV drinks than last…
Read MoreAn incredible year of growth for Scots gin firm
Stirling-based Boë Gin wrapped up a phenomenal year with 12 months of quick growth. They have enjoyed a slew of new listing announcements in 2019, and with on trade data from CGA revealing their very rapid growth, partly achieved by securing an additional 4,000 new outlets around the UK in the period January-August 2019. They…
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