Diageo has released images showing how its new Johnnie Walker whisky visitor centre in Edinburgh will look when it opens in the summer. The drinks giant’s investment will transform the former House of Fraser department store in Princes Street into a series of private dining areas, modern sensory tasting rooms, personalised tour and tasting experiences, […]
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Age-verification helps combat fake whisky market
Researchers have developed technology that will authenticate rare whisky, writes JULENA DRUMI Anyone experienced in acquiring collectable items will know all too well that one nagging question stands between wanting to buy and handing over the cash. Is it the real thing? From paintings and sculptures to watches and stamps, the market in fake goods […]
Brasserie Ecosse leads a Covid comeback for hospitality sector
Brasserie Ecosse considers itself Dundee’s premier restaurant and cocktail bar and now the popular establishment on Shore Terrace, under the Caird Hall, is leading what it is calling the “Covid comeback”, for young people wanting to work in the hospitality industry. The 7,000 sq ft eatery, home to the famous egg chairs, a champagne wall, […]
Firms show their hand tackling the virus crisis
Amid the gloomy reports of companies on the brink, some have found salvation meeting one particular demand thrown up by the coronavirus, says TERRY MURDEN It had been a busy few weeks with revenue exceeding management expectations. “Sales of these products have been exceptional,” beamed Michael Williams, chief executive of a small distillery making gin […]
Beating the booze put ex-broker in a better place
A former oil broker and bar tender, who is raising money for his healthy drinking programme, understands at first hand how a bad experience with alcohol can change your life. Ruari Fairbairns is part-way through a £1.4 million fund-raiser for his One Year No Beer online tool kit which helps those wanting to live an […]