The South of Scotland: Naturally Delicious
Food & Drink Innovation
Why the South of Scotland?
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A Region Where Heritage Meets High Growth
The South of Scotland is where tradition evolves into commercial advantage. Generations of farming, fishing and distilling have created a globally recognised reputation for quality. Today, that heritage is driving a bold new era of food and drink innovation.
Here, businesses don’t choose between authenticity and scale - they achieve both.
With fertile land, pristine waters, established supply chains and a collaborative business ecosystem, the region provides the ideal conditions for premium production and sustainable growth. Investors and innovators alike are discovering a place where provenance enhances brand value and sustainability strengthens competitiveness.
Brewing & Distilling Excellence
The South of Scotland has become one of the UK’s most exciting locations for drinks innovation. More than 30 distilleries and breweries operate across the region, including The Borders Distillery and Jackson Distillers, Scotland’s first carbon-negative grain distillery.
Distilling, rectifying and blending spirits represents a significant and growing share of the regional food and drink economy. Businesses benefit from established supply chains, export-ready infrastructure, specialist packaging expertise and strong global demand for premium Scottish products.
Recently the region welcomed the backing of Sam Heughan, who returned to Galloway to establish a home for his award-winning global brand Sassenach. The Outlander TV Star, who is proudly born & bred in the South of Scotland, has established the Galloway Distillery in Newton Stewart and is developing what is fast becoming a world-class visitor attraction.
From whisky and gin to craft beer and cider, this is a region blending heritage, sustainability and scalable opportunity.
Along the Coast: Premium Seafood & Marine Innovation
The South of Scotland’s coastline is a powerhouse of seafood production and marine enterprise.
St James Smokehouse has earned more than 65 awards for its smoked salmon, exporting globally while maintaining the highest sustainability standards. Meanwhile, GreenSea Solutions is developing macroalgae and cultivated seaweeds to support global decarbonisation.
Research and collaboration are strengthened by institutions such as St Abbs Marine Station, providing critical ecosystem data and enabling innovation in aquaculture, marine sustainability and renewable integration.
The result is a coastal economy that combines provenance, research capability and export ambition.
Ready to Invest Where Provenance Powers Performance?
Few regions offer such powerful alignment between heritage, sustainability and impact.
The South of Scotland is not just producing exceptional food and drink - it is shaping the future of responsible global brands.
Get in touch to explore investment opportunities, connect with innovative producers, and grow your food and drink business in a region built for bold, sustainable success.
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