The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
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The nutritious root vegetable shows off its versatility in these savory and sweet cocktails. The post Earthy and Sweet: Carrot Cocktails appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.
Drinking beers and household chores never had much in common, but now, you can “set the table” while knocking back a half-goblet of lager. In the latest beer challenge to sweep the internet, people ar…
Can a less-sweet, female-founded Italian amaro really challenge the classic aperitivo that dominates the spritz? Amante 1530 has just landed in the UK to find out. Read the full article at Amante 1530…
As British drinkers rediscover the complexity of oxidative wines, Alicante’s historic Fondillón is finding renewed relevance today as Andrea Ontiveros Flores, a sommelier and marketing & communication…
At a jaw-dropping 77.2% ABV, is this Idaho bourbon the strongest dram you'll ever try—and does its extreme power actually make it worth pouring? Read the full article at Lost Lantern Single Cask Day’s…
The Nashville based Hard Truth Distilling Co. has announced the launch of its third 2026 Master Distiller’s Reserve whiskey. Hard Truth Dark Roast Rye Release (50% ABV) is a Bottled-in-Bond release co…
Can an Indian single malt outshine Scotland, Ireland, and Japan? Indri just swept the top three spots at the 2026 International Whisky Competition—here's how. Read the full article at Indri Wins Big a…
Being a brewer requires a well-honed palate and a keen sense of what is and isn’t good. Brewers exist somewhere on the spectrum of artist to scientist, managing a very precise process while also imbui…
Which surprising European markets are driving Irish Whiskey's export boom? Volumes to Greece surged 88% and Italy 68% as the EU appetite for Irish spirits grows. Read the full article at Irish Whiskey…
How can a 25-year-old Scotch that costs nearly $1,400 in Europe land on Alberta shelves for under $300? We taste the Royal Brackla 25 to find out. Read the full article at Why the Royal Brackla 25 Is…
Field Sales Account Manager at Hammerton Brewery Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026 - 18:00 Gawain Thu, 08/20/2026 - 12:00 Hammerton Brewery is based in Islington, situated just off the Caledoni…
Napa and Cabernet Sauvignon are intrinsically linked. The grape brought fame to the region, and in return, the region elevated the grape’s qualities in ways that stood apart from classic winegrowing r…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. It’s brought to you by the same amazing people that brought you Michter’s, and it’s actually the gin that I use at home for my Martinis.…
In this ongoing historic shift we are seeing in the VinePair tasting room, Sauvignon Blanc emerges as yet another variety in the U.S. that offers a wider spectrum of expressions than anywhere else in…
'We call it meta-retsina...'
"We hope the new owners will build on everything that has been achieved over the past 61 years"
A round-up of stories and snippets from brewing and hospitality, and the latest business news in brief Shepherd Neame has re-opened The Duke of York, in Southwark, London, following a major refurbishm…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Sunday 23rd August 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which con…
Kent-based Shepherd Neame is set to open a new venue beneath one of the City of London’s most historic pubs, the Jamaica Wine House. The project, which is being handled independent family brewer and p…
A marked increase in alcohol-free beer volumes, as well as strong performance from its soft drinks portfolio, have helped increase sales at Carlsberg. The Danish business reported revenues of £5.35bn…
Guild Awards 2026 Big Penny Social Wednesday 25th November 6pm - 11pm Our annual event includes a delicious dinner paired with beers, a great range of drinks provided by our sponsors, and the announce…
Representatives of the UK’s independent breweries have today (19 August 2026) called for the implementation of a major recycling scheme to be delayed for at least a year after a shocking lack of detai…
Which US whiskey websites actually reach the most drinkers? Our 2026 traffic data reveals a field far more concentrated than the industry assumes. Read the full article at The Most Visited US Whiskey…
A brewery that toasted its 10th anniversary last autumn, Thames Side Brewery in Staines-upon-Thames is a local institution. But long before starting the celebrated business, brewery founder Andrew Hay…
New beer launches and collaborations, in store, on bars, and online, from brewers around the UK. Crafty Devil have collaborated with retailer Craft Republic on The Devil’s Republic, a 6.5% ABV hazy IP…
What happens when an 8-year-old barrel-proof bourbon is finished in toasted Texas-grown white oak? Koopers' limited 360-bottle release aims to find out. Read the full article at Koopers Whiskey Launch…
The Islay-based Bowmore Distillery has announced the launch of a new limited-edition single malt collection, in collaboration with internationally acclaimed design studio Snarkitecture. The Bowmore 20…
Beers from Russian River Brewing Company, Alaskan Brewing Co, Goose Island and Allagash have been announced as beverages among those to be inducted into The American Craft Beer Hall of Fame. The Ameri…
New headline sponsor at the Vineyard & Winery Show for 2026, Itasca Group accelerates business fuelled by £12.8m of existing investment, strengthening leadership and expanding the English wine compani…
