The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
The Isle of Harris Distillery has unveiled its 2026 limited edition gin bottle, inspired by the coastal grasslands of the Outer Hebrides The post Isle of Harris unveils annual collectors’ edition gin…
Yellow Tail producer Casella Family Brands has appointed Oatley Fine Wine Merchants as the new distribution partner for its premium wine portfolio in Australia, in a bid to strengthen its presence in…
Athens’ Stelios Papadopoulos is turning Greeks into agave devotees at the city’s Barro Negro – one Paloma at a time The post How Barro Negro is redefining Tequila in Greece appeared first on The Spiri…
The pub group has launched a click and collect drinks service at 34 sites, allowing customers to order and pay for drinks in advance and collect them directly from the bar. The post Young’s rolls out…
Exporter Charter Brands has welcomed La Luna to its premium spirits portfolio as an exclusive mezcal partner The post La Luna Mezcal partners with Charter Brands appeared first on The Spirits Business…
As Trump touches down in France for a G7 summit, the US president claims he has "no choice" but to slap a 100% tariff on French wine imports unless Paris drops its 3% digital tax on American tech comp…
Angus Dundee-owned Glencadam has welcomed Will Stafford, ex-manager and head distiller of Hinch Distillery, as its new distillery manager The post Glencadam appoints new distillery manager appeared fi…
The Highland based Glencadam Distillery has announced the appointment of its new Distillery Manager, marking the next phase in its growth following the distillery’s 200th anniversary celebrations. Wil…
Brewlab have announced that their Certificate in Practical Brewing, a three-week professional development course, will be running from 3rd to 21st August. The course is ideal for everyone, from beginn…
As weaker demand prompts brewers and distillers into buying less barley for malting, farmers are planting less of the grain in favour of higher-yielding crops like oilseed. The post UK sees lowest bar…
Marta Vidal has been elected as the new president of Spain's Cava Designation of Origin (DO) for the next four years. The post Marta Vidal elected president of Cava DO appeared first on The Drinks Bus…
Following its Tequila and tonic, El Rayo has added a pre-mixed Tequila, lime and soda to its ready-to-drink lineup The post El Rayo expands RTD range appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Isle of Wight Distillery's spirits brand Mermaid sailed to first place at this year's Drinks Trade Regatta yacht race The post Mermaid steers to win Drinks Trade Regatta appeared first on The Spirits…
“Why are we drinking American beer to support the Home Nations in the World Cup?” That’s the question being asked by a beer campaign encouraging Brits to support homegrown independent beer this summer…
Brits are being asked by campaigners to opt for homegrown independent beer while watching the World Cup this summer. The post Fans encouraged to drink British beer during the World Cup appeared first…
Buxton Brewery, one of the Peak District’s best known breweries, has recruited a new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and is targeting a £10m turnover. Matthew Peck is joining in the role of CFO and brin…
Our Champagne correspondent was invited to Ruinart for an incredible vertical tasting of eight wines spanning 100 years.
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Ask someone to describe the décor of a traditional pub and they might well mention horse brasses. Horse brasses are yellow-metal plates or plaques originally used to decorate horse harnesses. In pubs,…
Can Palo Cortado sherry casks turn a Speyside malt into pure indulgence? Explore GlenAllachie’s orange-ginger-chocolate profile in detail. Read the full article at The GlenAllachie 11 Year Old Palo Co…
Which gold Scotch looks like a $150 gift on a $60 budget—Chivas XV or Johnnie Walker Gold Label? This guide tells you which to buy and why. Read the full article at Johnnie Walker Gold Label vs. Chiva…
A new industry podcast, First Draught, has launched, featuring guests from the beer industry around the world. Podcast artwork by David Bailey Presented by beer communicator and Kerroo Brewing Company…
Tickets have gone on sale for the fifth annual Beer Is For Everyone festival, to be held on Saturday, 24th October, at the Queen Margaret Union (QMU), Glasgow. The line-up will feature a number of ind…
Crisp Malt’s Field Forward initiative has produced its first results — and they are a cause for optimism, says the company. New data from Field Forward reveals strong uptake of sustainable farming pra…
Entries have opened for the British Guild of Beer Writers’ annual awards, and this year there are 14 different categories for which competitors can submit work. Last year’s award winners Winners and r…
