The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Pope Leo XIV gave thanks for the inaugural vintage made from the two-hectare vineyard located inside his summer residence and farmed by migrant workers. The post First 5,000 bottles produced from Pope…
the drinks business is inviting wine professionals to help shape the agenda for its 2026 conference through a short industry survey. Three respondents will receive complimentary tickets to the event,…
Non-profit organisation the OurWhisky Foundation has revealed the 2026 cohort of the Atonia Programme, its mentorship scheme for women The post OurWhisky names 2026 Atonia mentees appeared first on Th…
Which Irish whiskeys rose above the rest in 2026? See every SFWSC medal winner—blind-judged from Bronze to Double Gold and rare Platinum. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Irish Whiskey Fro…
Champagne Bollinger has appointed award-winning winemaker Émilien Boutillat as its new cellar master, with the current Piper-Heidsieck chief winemaker set to join the house in October. The post Bollin…
The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has announced the top four international, US and writing and media finalists for the Spirited Awards The post Spirited Awards whittles down to top four appeared fi…
Spirit-based ready-to-drink cocktails added more than 10 million cases in the US last year, according to new figures from Impact Databank. Growth continues to be driven by simple serves and familiar c…
Media and events platform The Daily Pour has become the largest producer of whiskey festivals in the US after acquiring Whiskey Riot The post Daily Pour buys festival brand Whiskey Riot appeared first…
The North American arm of Lucas Bols has partnered with four new distributors in the US as it completes its strategic market overhaul The post Lucas Bols names new US distributors appeared first on Th…
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway, drinks companies across the UK and North America are hoping football can help lift sales. Brewers and spirits groups are investing heavily in the tournament d…
What did George Washington pack in his canteens before crossing the Allegheny Mountains? Wigle Whiskey revives his favorite cordial as a limited-edition release. Read the full article at Wigle Whiskey…
The head of wine at Estelle Manor, the private members’ club in Oxfordshire, has taken top honours at this year’s competition, which focused on rosé Champagne, ripening and winemaking. The post Zareh…
New data from Liv-ex shows that the value of white wine traded on the exchange has soared by 650% since 2010, with Burgundy leading the charge and other regions benefitting from its halo effect. Richa…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Tuesday 23rd June 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which cont…
Which Scotch whiskies won big at the 2026 SFWSC—and what do Double Gold and Platinum really mean? See the full awards rundown and how winners are chosen. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning S…
Non-alcoholic ‘spirits’ brand Mother Root is the fastest-growing private drinks company in the UK, according to the 2026 edition of The Sunday Times 100 The post Mother Root is UK’s fastest-growing dr…
Kaikyō Distillery's whisky brand Hatozaki has released editions five and six of its experimental Omakase Collection The post Hatozaki adds two whiskies to Omakase range appeared first on The Spirits B…
Which bourbons won big at the 2026 SFWSC—and what do Double Gold and Platinum really mean? This guide breaks down every winner in one table. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Bourbon From T…
New podcast 'First Draught' launches today, celebrating those who inspire and innovate in the beer industry Podcast hosted by Kerroo Brewing Company co-founder Elizabeth Townsend seeks to highlight th…
Women in Beer®, the ‘Women Who Beer’ community, has announced the dates for its fourth festival, with five days of events celebrating women in the brewing industry taking place from Tuesday, 20th to S…
Greene King, the country’s leading pub company and brewer, has rolled out new food and drink menus across its heritage estate to elevate customers’ drinking, dining and service experiences in its hist…
Britain’s oldest brewer Shepherd Neame has secured a major new partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), becoming the organisation’s Official Beer Partner for the first time as part of a new…
The functional alcohol-free brand announces £3.57m revenue and its return to Crowdcube to scale retail expansion following its first major listing with grocery giant Ocado. AI-native, functional alcoh…
St Peter’s Brewery Achieves Success on the Global Stage Suffolk-based St Peter’s Brewery, has received top recognition at the Annual European Beer Challenge, The London Beer Competition and World Alco…
Beyond its impact on the local environment, Alentejo’s sustainability drive is also having a profound – and sometimes surprising – effect on the region’s wines, reports Richard Woodard. The post Alent…
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Kent-based brewer Shepherd Neame’s newest beer jumps straight onto the no and low alcohol trend while still doubling down on brand awareness. Jessica Mason reports. The post Shepherd Neame: ‘We saw an…
While tourists flock to the Llyn Peninsula in the summer for its seaside charms, Porthmadog retains its industrial heritage, based on slate, shipbuilding, and railways. The town is still home to the w…
On Sunday 28 June 2026 we’re going to post something inspired by the late Martyn Cornell’s final epic work of beer history Porter and Stout. We’d love you to join us. The first problem is that the boo…
Why did only three Indian whiskies medal at SFWSC 2026—and what do Double Gold and Platinum really mean? Here’s how the winners were chosen. Read the full article at All Indian Whisky Winners From The…
