Union Brew Lab unveils its new immersive coffee boutique in Edinburgh’s Old Town Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 In the News, Producers Leading coffee experts Union Brew Lab, who first opened in the capital in 2012, say the new outlet will offer everything needed for brewing at home, including the latest kit, coffee beans by weight, tips and...
Edinburgh-based wine maker celebrates after three of his Australian wines take home trophies at top wine competition Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 Drink, In the News, Wine Giles Cooke, who splits his time between his home in Edinburgh and Adelaide, where the winery is based, was delighted when Thistledown Wine – which specialises in old Vine Grenache grapes, the variety that...
Galaxy become first major milk chocolate brand to offer vegan alternative Sean Murphy November 13, 2019 Food, In the News The brand say that the new smooth orange, caramel and sea salt, and caramelised hazelnut varieties don't compromise on quality or taste, and have been tested by the company's team of sensory scientists and...
Dewar’s master blender Stephanie McLeod on her recent Amazon tasting and why digital platforms matter Sean Murphy November 12, 2019 Drink, In the News, Whisky When tradition meets technology it can often lead to new and exciting opportunities, not just for consumers but also for the producers and companies looking for new ways to engage with them. Traditionally,...
Glasgow’s Illicit Spirits launch gin smoked with Scottish peat Sean Murphy November 7, 2019 Drink, In the News Dubbed Blacklist, the new gin is black in colour and features a recipe of botanicals designed to enhance the smokey flavour. Founder and distiller Darran Edmond said that they wanted to create a gin with...
Scotland’s newest grain-to-glass distillery, Sutors, launches its first gin Sean Murphy November 7, 2019 Drink, Gin, In the News The team at Sutors, which is based at Balinroich near Tain, say they are one of a small band of distilleries in the UK which makes its own spirit, using ingredients grown on its own doorstep. Founded by IT...
Glasgow shoppers given first taste of new festive flavour of Irn-Bru Sean Murphy November 7, 2019 Drink, In the News The limited edition Crimbo Juice is a spicier version of the original, with added ginger, clove and cinnamon. Drag queens Frankie, 24 Carat Goldie and Myriam helped launch the new spiced ginger flavour,...
First look: Amarone re-opens in Aberdeen with grand redesign Sean Murphy November 7, 2019 Food, In the News The premium restaurant on Union Street has been redesigned to incorporate a new central island tubular brass cocktail bar and can accommodate up to 200 diners, with two areas for private dining – including...
Chick-fil-A hit back at ‘inaccurate and misleading’ reports on LGBT row that led to petition to have new Aviemore store shut down Sean Murphy November 6, 2019 Food, In the News The US fast food chain described the reports surrounding their funding of anti-LGBT causes as 'inaccurate and misleading', stating that money given to three organisations in particular had been misrepresented...
Game of Thrones fans can now complete their limited edition whisky collection with release of ninth and final bottling Sean Murphy November 5, 2019 Drink, In the News, Whisky Dubbed Six Kingdoms, the final bottling is a 15-year-old Mortlach and concludes the series of whiskies that were inspired by HBO’s iconic series. Paying tribute to the fate of Westeros, whose long-held...
