The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Craving a refreshing warm-weather sip? Discover Jim Beam's five new flavored bourbon cocktails—from Honey Lemonade to Vanilla Fizz—with recipes and prices inside. Read the full article at Jim Beam’s S…
The UK Government is being urged to put an end to industrial drinks made from as little as 35% juice, which can be taxed and sold as cider and perry. The post Government asked to back UK grown and mad…
CAMRA is urging the government to put an end to industrial drinks made from as little as 35% juice by global companies, which can be taxed and sold as cider and perry. The consumer group is campaignin…
British-Indian brand Desi Daru has secured a listing at Tamarind of Mayfair in London for its Alphonso Mango vodka The post Desi Daru shines at Tamarind of Mayfair terrace appeared first on The Spirit…
the drinks business is now taking entries for The Travel Retail Masters 2026, a competition dedicated to discovering and rewarding the finest wine brands available in global travel retail. The post Ca…
Once renowned for its naturally low-alcohol whites with a hint of fizz, Vinhos Verdes is diving into a new era – one that reveals the Portuguese wine region in all its technicolour glory, writes Sarah…
Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky has announced that it will significantly expand its Octave whisky range this year, in response to growing demand. Nearly 1,000 new Octave releases will be brought to market…
CAMRA is urging Government to put an end to industrial drinks made from as little as 35% juice by global companies, which can be taxed and sold as cider and perry. The consumer group is campaigning fo…
Britain's oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has teamed up with fellow independent Kent business Karimix to launch a delicious new range of signature table sauces, now available across its pubs. The new S…
Analysis from the British Beer and Pub Association finds that pubs could generate an additional £27.5 million from pint sales alone for Saturday's game BBPA call for Government to bring permanent reli…
Chouffe, the Belgian beer known for its mischievous gnome mascot and adventurous brewing heritage, is expanding its UK retail range with the launch of Chouffe Framboise in Waitrose stores nationwide f…
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Brasserie Chouffe has expanded its UK retail range with the launch of Chouffe Framboise in Waitrose stores. Brewed in the heart of the Belgian Ardennes, Chouffe Framboise (7% ABV) combines the classic…
New beer launches and collaborations this week, in store, on bars, and online, from around the UK. Northern Monk have collaborated with journalist Lanre Bakare on Foreign Extra Stout (7.8% ABV). For a…
Whether you’re celebrating World Mojito Day on 11 July or simply want to enjoy a refreshing cocktail in the heatwave this weekend, we've got you covered. Julie Sheppard tells you how to make a Mojito…
Earlier this week the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) published a report called Beer in the UK which highlights, among other things, that many ‘world lagers’ are actually brewed in Britain. This is old…
Herefordshire-based Wye Valley Brewery are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their award-winning 1985 lager. Crisp, refreshing, and easy-drinking, 1985 is brewed using British-grown hops alongside E…
No true Scotsman would drink White Claw, but that didn’t stop the Mark Anthony Brands brand from trying to glom onto the viral tale of the Tartan Army’s unquenchable thirst last month in Boston. Was t…
Kroger is enhancing its wine selection and installing tasting bars at 147 locations nationwide. The Cincinnati-based grocer will also staff the select locations with trained stewards to guide shoppers…
Is there a "right" way to drink Chivas Regal 12? We break down neat, on the rocks, and mixed serves, plus the best mixers and cocktails for any occasion. Read the full article at How To Drink Chivas R…
The 2026 International Whisky Competition judged every dram blind. So which single malt Scotch took the top crown, and why does one winner still have no name? Read the full article at The Best Single…
Can a 26-year-old blend still be a bargain? Discover Blue Hangar’s layered apples to Cognac profile, and why it rewards an hour in the glass. Read the full article at Berry Bros & Rudd Blue Hanger 14t…
TrAles of the Unexpected are organising a walking tour of Canterbury on International Beer Day, 7th August. “My small company run ‘walking beer adventures’ in East Kent — we call them TrAles as they a…
What makes this 39-year-old Talisker so special that it marks the end of an era? Discover why Gordon & MacPhail's final bottling honors decades of history. Read the full article at Gordon & MacPhail U…
Fancy winning E.H. Taylor, Blanton's or a Weller Millennium bottle for just $5? Give 270's Round 20 raffle offers premium bourbon while giving back to Kentucky. Read the full article at Give 270 Hosts…
Two of the best value bourbons go head to head—but which deserves a spot on your shelf: bold Wild Turkey 101 or the more refined Elijah Craig Small Batch? Read the full article at Wild Turkey 101 vs.…
There is a reason people love tequila so much: It’s a complex and interesting spirit on its own and it lends itself beautifully to some of the most beloved drinks around. NielsenIQ data puts the Marga…
How do you follow up a project like Gus’ Sip & Dip, which earned almost every coveted bar award there is in its first year? You go super classic with tuxedo-clad bartenders, exceptional hospitality, a…
The UK's advertising watchdog has concluded that Capgroup Int has failed to provide appropriate risk warnings on its website The post ASA rules against whisky cask investment firm again appeared first…
Beer is considered the most American beverage with nearly two-thirds (64%) of adults age 21 and older considering beer part of American tradition, according to a new survey With celebrations of the na…
