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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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Glasgow coffee roaster pours millions into sustainable roasting

Published 1 year ago

Scottish coffee roaster Matthew Algie has secured a multi-million-pound investment at its Glasgow production headquarters, to enhance production capabilities while aiming to be net-zero by 2035.

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Newly launched Uile-bheist Distillery reveals trio of leadership appointments

Published 1 year ago

Inverness-based Uile-bheist Distillery and Brewery, has appointed a new general manager, head distiller and head brewer, coinciding with the introduction of its first product range to the market.

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Artisanal Spirits Company announces new CFO and business development director

Published 1 year ago

The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC), the powerhouse behind The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, has promoted Billy McCarter to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and appointed him to the group’s board with immediate effect.

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Edinburgh’s Margiotta to open new store following £725k HSBC funding

Published 1 year ago

Margiotta, a family-run independent convenience retailer in Edinburgh, is poised to grow its footprint, backed by a £725,000 investment from HSBC UK.

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Still Spirit strengthens whisky business with £1 million cask warehouse investment

Published 1 year ago

Ellon-based Still Spirit has launched a new whisky cask warehouse, offering whisky enthusiasts a complete cask ownership experience.

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Highlands and Islands Enterprise launches £2m green grants fund

Published 1 year ago

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has launched a £2m Green Grants Fund to support tourism, creative, and food and drink processing businesses, as well as social enterprises, in reducing their environmental impact.

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Scottish entrepreneur John Watson revealed as backer of Glasgow Social Bite cafe

Published 1 year ago

It has been revealed that Scottish entrepreneur and philanthropist John Watson is a major backer of the newest Social Bite cafe in Glasgow.

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Salmon Scotland unveils ambitious European growth plan

Published 1 year ago

Scotland’s salmon sector has unveiled an ambitious European growth plan for its premium ‘Label Rouge’ salmon to boost the rural economy and further enhance Scotland’s international reputation for food and drink.

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