That's The Spirit!

The popular Craft Spirit Show returns this month to raise a glass to the distillers and enthusiasts who play a part in Scotland's vibrant market

- SOPHIE MCVINNIE

AS Scotland's craft spirit industry continues to go from strength to strength, it's no surprise that the country's main showcase for distillers is doing A from strength to 's no surprise exactly the same thing.

The Craft Spirit Show, formerly called The Gin To My Tonic, is back this month bigger and better and its managing director Paul Hudson-Jones cannot wait.

Every year, a selection of top-class producers from around the country convenes at the show (October 25-27 in Glasgow, and November 15-17 in Aberdeen) to display more than 300 craft spirits including gin, vodka, whisky, tequila and more. Visitors can enjoy tasting samples, take part in workshops and watch masterclasses from industry professionals.