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Editor’s

Welcome

Welcome to the first edition of the BSA’s
eMagazine Something’s Brewing for 2024.

It was with deep sadness that I learned of the
death of Ranald Paterson in early December
2023. I first met Ranald at the inaugural

meeting of the Beverage Service Association
established in 1996. At that time, I did not
realise what a profound effect Ranald would
have on my life in the hot beverage industry.

Ranald played a very big part in ensuring the
Beverage Service Association and soon-to-be
Beverage Standards Association worked
professionally and diligently to improve the
quality of hot beverages served across cafes,
restaurants, and other out-of-home businesses
in the UK.

It is very important to remember that without
Ranald the Association would not have the BSA
City & Guilds Approved training centres across
the UK and the Beverage Standards Awards
which ran for over 10 years.

For me, I could turn to Ranald for guidance, They are joined by Jaguar Espresso Systems

admiring how he could see how to improve based in Reading and they are ‘the UK's
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As well, he allowed me to enjoy many rounds espresso’.
of golf at Beaconsfield golf course too.
Do remember that we welcome articles and
Please take the time to read a ‘Life well lived’ in stories from BSA members and supporters, JANUARY/FEBRUARY. 2024 | ISSUE 34
this edition of eMagazine. and these can be sent to me at
bulletin@beveragestandardsassociation.co.uk.
Without the support of our Partners, the
magazine would be not as good as it is. Martyn Herriott
Therefore, I am delighted that BWT water +
more continue their support in 2024. bulletin@beveragestandardsassociation.co.uk

www.beveragestandardsassociation.co.uk