Late-night sector backs planning change to save bars and clubs
The licensed trade has called on local authorities around the UK to follow the lead of London’s mayor by introducing planning guidance to protect bars, clubs and pubs from closure. In response to calls from the late-night sector, London mayor Sadiq Khan is introducing the “Agent of Change” principle in his draft London Plan – …
Bartenders use foraged ingredients for winter forestry cocktails
Leading London bartenders have come up with cocktails inspired by “winter forestry” as part of an initiative run by mixer specialist The London Essence Company. Called “The Essence of the Season”, it is a collaborative forum to help bartenders explore flavours and develop their skills with support from specialists such as industry mentors Nick Strangeway …
UK launch for Islay whiskies inspired by Viking heritage
Three scotch whiskies inspired by Viking heritage are being launched in the UK through premium spirits specialist Emporia Brands. Under The Islay Boys of Scotland brand, the bottlings have been created by Donald MacKenzie and Mackay Smith who are both from Islay’s Rhinns peninsula. Their first three whiskies are Flatnöse Blended Scotch Whisky, Flatnöse Blended …
WSET announces nominees for educator of the year
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) has announced the nominees for its award for its top educator of the year. Leading wine and spirits suppliers Berry Bros & Rudd and Conviviality, owner of Matthew Clark and Bibendum, are among the UK line-up along with Erica Dent of Enjoy Discovering Wine and Laura Kent of …
