Tatt’s vintage as Irn Bru David’s ink blast of past
Shirley Bartynek An Irn-bru superfan stepped back in time to get a third tattoo featuring the famous fizzy juice.
David Laing, who downs three litres of Scotland’s other national drink every day, got the 1901 vintage can tattooed on his leg.
This was Barr’s first ever can of their best-selling drink – which was still called ‘Iron Brew’ back then.
The Motherwell man, who already has two other cans tattooed on his legs, explained: “I just wanted to go back to the beginning and have the very first can put on my leg.
“I just love Irn-bru. I’ve featured in their advert, which was a brilliant experience, and helped to draw the Irn-bru Challenge Cup alongside Jim Jefferies.
“I would like to think I’m Scotland’s fan.”
David, who has spent thousands on Irn-bru over the years, says he might draw the line at having a two-litre bottle inked on his leg.
The 35-year-old truck driver said: “One of my friends suggested that I get it done. But think that might be just too big – but you never know.”
David, who had his first Irn-bru tattoo done in 2014, said he has been drinking the juice since he was a child biggest Irn-bru and has amassed a hoard of memorabilia in honour of his favourite drink.
He began collecting memorabilia when reps visited his work with some giveaway goodies.
David added: “I have lots of stuff like keyrings, earrings, posters and a bike. The latest addition to my collection is crusheddown Irn-bru cans made into ashtrays.
“Everyone thinks I am crazy, but I just love everything about it.”