Why Bees Matter So Much

Bees do far more than buzz about your garden. These tiny pollinators are essential to Earth, helping more than 75% of flowering plants reproduce and thrive. Without bees, our ecosystems would crumble.

Beyond pollination, bees give us one of nature’s most versatile treasures: honey. This sweet substance has been prized for millennia—not just for its flavour but for its natural preservative and medicinal qualities. It’s no wonder why we chose it as a cornerstone flavour in our liqueur.

Be Good to the Bees

Despite their importance, bee populations are declining worldwide. Habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, and disease are all taking a toll. That’s why World Bee Day (May 20th) is more than just a moment of celebration—it's a call to action.

Whether you're planting pollinator-friendly flowers, avoiding harsh garden chemicals, or supporting local beekeepers, every small act of kindness helps protect these hardworking creatures.

Why Our Own Bees Matter

At Bruadar, we’re proud to say we keep our own bees. Why? Because having our own hives allows us to:

• Ensure quality: The honey we use is pure, local, and traceable—straight from our bees to your bottle.

• Support sustainability: By maintaining hives, we’re actively contributing to local biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.

• Stay inspired: Watching bees work is a daily reminder of how connected we are to the land—and how important it is to care for it.

The Honeyed Heart of Bruadar

Bruadar is a Scottish liqueur infused with honey, sloe berries, and whisky—a combination that speaks to tradition, craft, and natural richness.

The honey in Bruadar isn’t just an ingredient—it’s the soul of the spirit. It lends:

• A warm, smooth sweetness that balances the tartness of the sloes and the depth of the whisky

• A golden hue that glows in the glass

• A flavour profile that evolves on the palate—floral, lightly spiced, and endlessly drinkable

Each sip is a nod to the bees who helped make it possible.

Where to Enjoy Bee-Themed Cocktails Across Scotland

During the month of May, we have partnered with a handful of bars across Edinburgh and Glasgow, bringing you some buzz-worthy cocktails in celebration of Bee Day.

Enjoy this refreshingly tropical serve at the renowned Voyage of Buck, Edinburgh

At Montpeliers, Edinburgh you can enjoy sipping on ‘Bee-yond the Smoke’ during the month of May

This Hot Honey cocktail was created by our friends at Kelvingrove Cafe, Glasgow. Pop along over the next few weeks and enjoy!

Join the Celebration

This World Bee Day, we invite you to enjoy a glass of Bruadar and toast to the bees—those tireless workers who give so much and ask for so little. Let’s honour them by protecting their future and appreciating the beauty they bring into the world.

🐝 Donate or Support

1. Bumblebee Conservation Trust (UK)

o Focus: Protecting bumblebees and their habitats across the UK.

o 🔗 bumblebeeconservation.org

2. Friends of the Earth – Bee Cause (UK)

o Focus: Campaigning to make the UK bee-friendly with wildflower planting and pesticide bans.

o 🔗 friendsoftheearth.uk/bees

3. Buglife (UK)

o Focus: Protecting all invertebrates, including pollinators like bees.

o 🔗 buglife.org.uk

4. The Bee Conservancy (US, global support)

o Focus: Habitat creation, education, and community beekeeping projects.