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New independent whisky bottler Halcyon Spirits unveils its inaugural release

Published 1 year ago

A new family-owned independent whisky bottler, Halcyon Spirits, has launched and debuted its first-ever release – a single cask Macallan 30 Year Old which was distilled in 1993.

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WJM aids grand opening of £25m ‘The Cairn’ distillery

Published 1 year ago

A team of Inverness-based solicitors are reflecting on their involvement in The Cairn - a distillery on the Spey - which marks its official opening today.

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Scotland’s deposit return scheme delayed until late 2025

Published 1 year ago

The implementation of Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has been postponed until at least October 2025.

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BrewDog records third year of losses despite growing revenues

Published 1 year ago

Ellon-based brewer and pub operator, BrewDog, has reported substantial losses for the third consecutive year, despite showing a 12% rise in revenue to £321.2 million.

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Diageo accelerates CEO succession amid Menezes’ health concerns

Published 1 year ago

Diageo plc has moved forward a transition in its top management earlier than planned due to the unforeseen medical circumstances of outgoing CEO Ivan Menezes.

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Scotland hosts French chefs in international trade initiative

Published 1 year ago

In an initiative to raise awareness about Scottish produce among high-profile French chefs, a four-day visit has been arranged by Scottish Development International (SDI), supported by the Scottish Government’s office in Paris and the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership.

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Scottish restaurant group Six by Nico brings tasting revolution to Leeds in latest expansion

Published 1 year ago

Glasgow-founded restaurant group, Six by Nico, is set to expand its portfolio with a brand-new restaurant in Leeds – the first for the chain in Yorkshire.

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Uncertainty surrounds deposit return scheme amid exclusion of glass

Published 1 year ago

Scottish Circular Economy Minister, Lorna Slater, is to reassess the feasibility of the nation’s deposit return scheme due to a Westminster decision to exclude glass from the initiative.

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Campervan Brewery’s ‘Extra Black’ beer set to quadruple production

Published 1 year ago

Since its introduction as Scotland’s response to Guinness in January, Campervan Brewery’s Extra Black beer has quickly become the company’s top-selling product.

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Scotland’s Mackie’s ice cream churns national deal with Waitrose

Published 1 year ago

Scottish family-run ice cream manufacturer, Mackie’s of Scotland, has bagged a national deal with Waitrose to sell its Honeycomb flavour across the supermarket chain’s 245 stores.

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Tayport Distillery unveils coffee liqueur in collaboration with Aimers

Published 1 year ago

Tayport Distillery has unveiled its latest product, a meticulously crafted coffee liqueur, marking a milestone in the company’s commitment to deliver top-notch spirits.

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Plans lodged for new whisky distillery in Campbeltown

Published 1 year ago

The growing resurgence of Campbeltown as a distinct whisky region has been marked today with the submission of a planning application from Brave New Spirits for the creation of a contemporary whisky distillery.

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Highland Spring Group appoints Simon Oldham as managing director

Published 1 year ago

Highland Spring Group have announced that Mark Steven, who alongside Simon Oldham, is currently joint managing director of the business, has taken the decision to retire and as of July 1, and Mr Oldham will take over as sole managing director of the company.

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Scottish salmon exports to Asia double to £24m

Published 1 year ago

Scottish salmon exports to Asia have seen a significant increase, doubling to £24 million in Q1 2023, owing to an upsurge in demand from China, Taiwan, Singapore, and South Korea.

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Two major Scottish fresh produce organisations merge and form Pease Bay Farms

Published 1 year ago

Two of Scotland’s longest established fresh produce organisations, East of Scotland Growers Ltd (ESG) and R&K Drysdales Ltd (RKD), have merged and also created an additional growing business, Pease Bay Farms.

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