Scotch Whisky

Liquid assets: the latest drinks launches for October

03-Oct-2022 By Restaurant

A sporty gin, a passionate vodka, a harmonious whisky and a caffeine-fueled tequila are among this month's new drinks launches.

Licensing Act in need of 'radical overhaul'

04-Apr-2017 By Sophie Witts

The 2003 Licensing Act is ‘fundamentally flawed’ and in need of a complete overhaul, according to a House of Lords Committee.

Scotland becoming a 'global leader' in food and drink

22-Feb-2016 By Sophie Witts

The top performing Scottish food, drink and leisure businesses saw a combined turnover of £4.1bn last year as the country continues to further its reputation as a ‘global leader' in the industry.

CAMPAIGN NEWS

ALMR and BII back Budget Drop the Duty campaign

24-Feb-2015 By Mike Berry

The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) and Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) have both backed the ‘Drop the Duty’ campaign which calls for a 2% cut in wine and spirits duty in next month’s Budget.

Highland Park launches Dark Origins Whisky

03-Jul-2014 By Lauren Houghton

Highland Park has launched Dark Origins, a new single malt whisky inspired by the company’s founder.

Diageo announces new Scotch Whisky in partnership with David Beckham and Simon Fuller

08-Apr-2014 By Lauren Houghton

Premium drinks business Diageo has today announced the launch of its new Haig Club Single Grain Scotch Whisky in partnership with David Beckham and entrepreneur Simon Fuller.

5cc opens cocktail and whiskey bar in City of London

14-Mar-2014 By Carina Perkins

Intimate cocktail bar concept 5cc has opened its third site in London’s Square Mile.

Abv launches Whisky Ambassador course

22-Jan-2014 By Carina Perkins

Abv Training has become the sole provider of the UK’s only accredited Scotch Whisky training course.

The Sign of the Don: New restaurant to open in the City

08-Oct-2013 By Luke Nicholls

The team behind London restaurants Bleeding Heart and The Don are launching a third in the City next month.

The Balvenie launches Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch 8

28-Jun-2013 By Luke Nicholls

The Balvenie, a range of single malts crafted by ‘malt master’ David Stewart, has launched Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch 8 - a one-off’ single malt married from 12 casks of the distillery’s precious stocks of aged spirit.

Glenfiddich launches Age of Discovery Madeira Cask Finish

12-Mar-2012 By Luke Nicholls

Glenfiddich has launched its first 19-year-old single malt Scotch whisky matured in oak casks previously used to age fine Madeira wine. 

IDEAS FROM YOUR PEERS

Christmas Smiles at Orchid and Spaghetti Wednesdays at Spaghetti House

11-Nov-2011 By Luke Nicholls

Restaurants, hotels and pubs from across the UK including Orchid pubs and Spaghetti House tell BigHospitality about the extra activities and promotions they’re planning to keep their business thriving.

Ideas from your Peers

Fathers’ Day tour at Vinopolis and Spanish celebration at La Tasca

10-Jun-2011 By Becky Paskin

Restaurants, pubs and hotels including tell us what promotions they’re running to attract customers this Fathers’ Day (19 June).

Why the Boisdale is bottling its own series of single malts

28-Feb-2007 By Restaurant

Why the Boisdale has decided to bottle its very own series of limited edition single malts I felt like I had finally made it. To my right was sitting a beautiful columnist from Wallpaper, to my left was the editor of Whisky Magazine. Other guests ...