a) The Scottish Beer Heritage Centre (proposal for Edinburgh) – by John Martin.
b) Ten Years of Cask Marque in Scotland – by Harvey L Milne.
c) Strength Behind Bars! Aitkens of Falkirk – The story of a brewery that advertised itself with an illustration of a caged tiger and the slogan “Strength behind bars!” by Forbes Gibb.
d) Tribute to Sandy Hunter – Former Belhaven Managing Director Stuart Ross pays tribute to Sandy Hunter of Belhaven Brewery, at the funeral service in 2007.
1. Chairman’s Statement: The SBAA wishes to welcome two new corporate members, Cold Town Beer and Barney’s Beer. Please see their details later in this Newsletter. Also, congratulations to our corporate members who did well at the recent Scottish Beer Awards, read...
1. Chairman’s Statement: The passing of Sir Geoff Palmer has been well documented in the media, and I can only add my own sentiments by saying it has been a privilege and an honour to have known him. Geoff was a quietly spoken and humble man, who often used humour in...
1. Chairman’s Statement: I start this Newsletter on a sombre note by mentioning the passing of Allan McLean, an active SBAA member for 20 years who contributed greatly with his knowledge of brewing history, which was vast. Please see Allan’s obituary, he will be sadly...