Arbikie to host first ever tour of their distillery and farm – here’s how to join Rosalind Erskine May 29, 2020 Drink, In the News For the first time, Arbikie distillery will be virtually open to visitors, as co-owner John Stirling hosts a tour of the farm, what's grown there and the ethos behind it. John will also take virtual...
Tomatin virtual whisky festival raises over £8000 for Maggie’s Highlands Rosalind Erskine May 27, 2020 Drink, In the News Tomatin hosted its second virtual whisky festival on 9 May to raise much-needed funds for its charity partner, Maggie’s Highlands. The event, which was live-streamed on Tomatin’s YouTube channel, saw over...
BrewDog launches Kickstart Collective to support independent bars Rosalind Erskine May 24, 2020 Drink, In the News Any independent bar, pub or bottle shop can apply to be part of the BrewDog Kickstart Collective, which is being formed to help independent outlets navigate the challenges of...
Pub beer gardens and restaurants with outdoor space could reopen ‘within weeks’ – here’s how that might work Rosalind Erskine May 22, 2020 Drink, Food, In the News On 21 May, Nicola Sturgeon revealed long term plans for easing Scotland's lockdown, which set out a timeline for pub beer gardens and restaurants with outdoor space to reopen, amongst other things. While...
11 easy to make whisky cocktail recipes to try at home Rosalind Erskine April 17, 2020 Drink, Drink, In the News Since it is almost the weekend, and none of us can head to the pub, we have shared these easy-to-make whisky cocktail recipes - ideal for those getting creative at home. From a twist on a classic whisky...
Scotland’s first alcohol-free spirit Feragaia to thank frontline drivers with care packages Rosalind Erskine April 7, 2020 Drink, In the News Scotland's first alcohol-free spirit, Feragaia, is set to launch an initiative to thank front line drivers during the coronavirus pandemic. Whilst Scotland is on lockdown amidst the pressures and concern...
Glengoyne to host virtual tasting in celebration of International Whisky Day Rosalind Erskine March 25, 2020 Drink, Drink, In the News The Glengoyne distillery is now closed to the public but still plans to celebrate International Whisky Day with an online tasting. As the coronavirus crisis and UK lockdown continues, many businesses have...
Here’s how to get beer, whisky, gin and wine delivered to your door Rosalind Erskine March 24, 2020 Drink, Drink, In the News Here we take a look at a range of Scottish businesses, from beer to soft drinks, who will delivery to your door at this difficult time. Bellissimo Vino...
G1 Group halts ‘sacking hospitality staff across Scotland’ after putting blame on coronavirus outbreak Rosalind Erskine March 20, 2020 Drink, In the News Due to the ongoing coronavirus spread, many restaurants and bars have had to close and let staff go. However, hospitality group G1 had reportedly taken more drastic measures by sacking the majority of their...
Scran episode 13: The Beers Without Beards story – with Amélie Tassin Rosalind Erskine March 6, 2020 Beer Features, Drink, Drink, In the News If you're a woman who loves beer then Beer Without Beards - a group for women who like beer and would like to get together to enjoy it in good company - is worth checking out. To celebrate International...