Gin
Scottish gin brand will be heading all over the UK
A Scottish gin is to benefit from a new distribution deal that will see it expand all over the UK. Glasgow Gin, part of Gleann Mor Spirits’ geographical range of gins, has this week joined the extensive portfolio of Inverarity Morton. As Scotland’s leading privately-owned drinks distributor, Inverarity Morton will distribute Glasgow Gin throughout Britain.…
Read MoreWhisky academy adds gin to its diploma courses
Pioneers of accredited and independent whisky education, Edinburgh Whisky Academy, is expanding its portfolio – into gin. The Academy have unveiled a range of new courses for 2018, building on its hugely popular Diploma in Single Malt Whisky. First to go live is the brand new online Introduction to Whisky Certificate which provides insight into…
Read MoreLegendary whisky area will celebrate with its first festival of gin
Campbeltown and the Kintyre area are legendary for their whisky, but now it’s set to host its first festival of gin. The inaugural Gintyre Festival will take place from 20-22 April as a collaboration between Campbeltown Town Hall, Explore Campbeltown and local gin producers, Beinn an Tuirc Distillers. A spokesman said: ‘Our aim is to…
Read MoreDouble cherry gin is an experimental release for Scots firm
The Glasgow Distillery has launched a new series of experimental spirits. The Single Batch Spirit Series are a range they feel intrepid minds and keen spirit enthusiast will love to try. Double Cherry Gin is the first release in the series. A premium gin which has been aged in cherry wood casks for around 10…
Read MoreNew Scottish gin aims to conquer the equestrian market
A new Scottish gin aimed at the equestrian market has been given its official launch. And Ginkhana has already received the seal of approval from two Olympian equestrian legends, Sir Mark Todd and Pippa Funnell MBE. Ginkhana launched its first small batch expression in partnership with Twin River Distillery in Royal Deeside. The spirit has…
Read MoreScottish gin producer accepts Dragon’s Den cash – then turns it down
It’s every entrepreneur’s dream to be offered an investment of £80,000 for their brand. But the owner and founder of House of Elrick in Aberdeen said ‘thanks but no thanks’ to the most high-profile investors around and has instead turned to crowdfunding to help finance his expansion plans. Stuart Ingram pitched his business, which encompasses…
Read MoreScottish gin plays its part in winning the World’s Best Martini 2018
The search for The World’s Best Martini 2018 is now over – and the title has come to Scotland. Scottish distiller Arbikie Gin, in partnership with bartender Francesco Petracci from The Gibson, have claimed the title. With the hotly anticipated final taking place recently at Oslo, Hackney in London, six spectacular gin brands competed for…
Read MoreEden Mill announces plans for £4million expansion
A Scots distillery is set for a multi-million expansion. Eden Mill has unveiled ambitious plans to create a new distillery and brewery just metres from its current headquarters in Fife. The £4million expansion project in Guardbridge will see historic former paper mill buildings refurbished to become Eden Mill’s new home – allowing them to increase…
Read MoreTickled pink by Edinburgh Gin’s special release for Valentine’s Day
Gin lovers will be tickled pink by the latest limited-edition Edinburgh Valentine’s Gin, an ideal gift for the most romantic day of the year. Lovingly handcrafted, this exclusive small-batch gin will get you into the spirit for this day of love with its delicate floral notes and a pink hue from an infusion of rose…
Read MoreFind yourself some gin-spired at an Aberdeen celebration of the drink
Tickets are selling fast for this year’s festival of gin in Aberdeenshire. GIN:NE is being held on February 9 and 10, at Inverurie Town Hall. Visitors will get to meet the makers of the gins and other drinks, sample their offerings as well as be able to purchase direct from them. There will also be…
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