One thing I've seen more of recently in pubs and clubs is the rise of the number of "shot sellers". A recent article in the Press & Journal highlighted the rise of this activity - whereby self employed shot sellers weave through the crowds, tray in hand, selling potent drinks directly to patrons. For bar owners, this model can seem like a win-win: increased sales with minimal overhead, as these individuals are typically engaged as self-employed contractors, not direct empl

Trump International Golf Links Scotland has been granted a licence to serve alcohol from a mobile cart on its prestigious Balmedie course, a move that will change the 19th-hole experience for members and visitors. The Aberdeenshire Licensing Board approved the application, allowing the club to deploy a branded buggy to sell beers, wines, and spirits to players directly on the fairways. A spokesperson for the club stated the service was intended to "enhance the premium experie

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