The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Vault City Brewing has unveiled its latest series of fruit-forward sour beers with a desert-inspired quartet. The new releases are Japanese mochi, New York cheesecake, Thai sago pudding and Scottish c…
What happens when world-class golf meets Speyside single malt? Glen Moray just doubled down, extending its ISPS Handa Senior Open partnership for three more years. Read the full article at Glen Moray…
Grain Brewery and Ampersand Brew Co took home the top two awards at the Indie Beer Awards East, which took place on Tuesday (25 August 2026) at the CAMRA Peterborough Beer Festival. It was the multi-a…
What makes an American bourbon worthy of a 99-point Double Gold? Discover how Starlight's rare Japanese Mizunara oak finish creates a true show stopper. Read the full article at Starlight Mizunara Res…
The Isle of Skye-based Torabhaig Distillery, has announced the launch of the first releases from its new Distillers’ Series, a collection of single malts, that gives its distillers the freedom to crea…
Talk Title: Crafting Better NA Beer: Advanced Hop Solutions for Flavour, Balance and Brewing Success. Description: As the non-alcoholic beer category continues to expand, brewers face unique challenge…
Joe Dick, marketing and communications manager at James Clay and Sons is to receive Knighthood of the Belgian Brewer’s Mash Paddle in recognition for “exceptional contributions” in the development of…
Mount Etna’s recent eruption reminded the world just how powerful volcanoes can be. For wine lovers, lava flow isn’t something to fear; rather, it’s celebrated as the source of compelling terroir. And…
Talk Title: Utilising non-GMO hybrid yeast to unleash hidden flavours. Introducing Thiol Unleashed, the first commercialised strain from WHC Lab’s innovative new hybrid programme which seeks to redefi…
What makes Laphroaig's new 35-year-old so rare? With few high-aged casks left, this £880 Islay single malt honors a founder's son and shows a softer side of the peat. Read the full article at Laphroai…
Paid thousands for a whisky cask, but do you actually own it? A shut-down scam firm shows why a certificate of ownership may be worth nothing at all. Read the full article at Scam Whisky Cask Firm Shu…
Battle Brewery has teamed up The British Museum to launch a beer to help mark the unveiling of the Bayeux Tapestry Exhibition at one of the world’s most celebrated cultural institutions. Launching nex…
In the modern beer market, consumers are increasingly looking for familiarity, consistency, and quality before spending their hard-earned money. At Cheltenham’s Deya Brewing Company and their head bre…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. Whether you are building a bar, you currently are operating a bar, or you just run a bar at home, you need to have a Martini on your men…
What happens when a bourbon barrel first ages honey, then returns to hold whiskey? Four Roses' Experimental Series No. 002 reveals the unexpected answer. Read the full article at Four Roses Launches E…
This episode of Wine 101 is brought to you by Meiomi. The most memorable summer memories are often the ”after” moments, like enjoying fireside smores after a great day at the beach, or playing cards a…
From an Appletini made with green Chartreuse and Suze to a frozen Pornstar Martini, here are six retro cocktails, revamped for the modern drinker.
What makes Michter's Toasted Barrel Finish Rye so special? Discover the second-barrel technique behind this barrel-strength release from the world's most admired whiskey. Read the full article at Mich…
Vault City Brewing has put a boozy twist on four desserts, creating a series of sour beers inspired by Japanese mochi, New York cheesecake, Thai sago pudding, and Scottish cranachan. The Edinburgh bre…
Guild members can access a discount code for complimentary tickets by emailing Barney directly at info@barneysbeer.co.uk. Following sellout 2023, 24 and 25 editions of their beer festival Gravity, fie…
CAMRA reveals the runners and riders for Pub of the Year 2026 The 2026 Pub of the Year competition is hotting up, with CAMRA’s England regions and overall Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland winners…
CAMRA reveals the runners and riders for UK Pub of the Year 2026 The 2026 Pub of the Year competition is hotting up, with CAMRA’s overall winners crowned in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and regio…
New research from Long Live the Local reveals the public's ideal pint companions from history, with one-in-ten picking Winston Churchill Choices included Jesus, Florence Nightingale, and Joey Essex BB…
One of Edinburgh’s leading craft breweries has been named as the official local craft beer partner for a ‘hidden gem’ bar in the heart of the Old Town. Cold Town Beer is teaming up with Kick Ass Bar f…
There was a time when words such as handcrafted, small batch and limited-edition actually meant something. These days, they’re liberally splashed across whisky bottles and have become largely meaningl…
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Decanter asks 18- to 29-year olds around the world to give their honest opinion about a wine they've splashed out on – and if it was worth the cash.
A Preston brewery founder who started brewing beer in his garage aged 18 is set to purchase the city centre premises where his business is based. The Chain House Brewing base in Preston Ryan Hayes, fo…
Double-Barrelled Brewery has secured a £200,000 Thames Valley Berkshire expansion loan from The FSE Group to support its next stage of growth. Founded in 2018 by husband-and-wife team Luci and Mike Cl…
