The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Is Lagavulin 16 getting too pricey? These five smoky, sherried single malts capture its peat, richness and balance for a fraction of the cost. Read the full article at Lagavulin 16 Has Priced Itself O…
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), has announced the launch of a limited-edition blended Scotch whisky, marking a first for the whisky club, best known for its single-cask, single-malt releases. S…
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Contemporary bargoers — particularly Gen Z drinkers — have recently been called out for their lack of etiquette around paying the bill. Some reports suggest they don’t open tabs, which can interrupt a…
Harvey’s Brewery has unveiled Lost Brew No 156, a 7.7% ABV Victorian strong ale, recreated from an original brewing journal dating back to 1890. The story began in 2019, when brewing historian Ron Pat…
With harvest complete, or nearing completion on many vineyards, Hutchinsons agronomists Rob Saunders and Will Robinson look at the impact of the record-breaking summer and what we can learn for future…
What does a Scotch whisky distillery serve for brunch? Eden Mill's new £35 Brunch at The Lookout pairs Fife's finest local produce with sweeping estuary views. Read the full article at Eden Mill Launc…
Cocktail trends come and go, but the Martini is forever. People might debate whether its eternal presence hinges on its flavor or how it makes one feel, but it doesn’t matter in the end. If society ev…
What happens when Donegal meets Cognac? Crolly Distillery's first single pot still whiskey, made in French stills and casks, is now open for pre-order. Read the full article at The Crolly Distillery U…
The carrier’s new project with Jesse Katz of Sonoma’s Aperture Cellars illustrates how it’s taking its business-class wine programme to new heights.
What does BLACKPINK's ROSÉ have in common with the world's top Scotch? Johnnie Walker's new Black Label campaign, launching in Seoul with her own signature highball. Read the full article at Johnnie W…
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Why would a society famed for single cask malts since 1983 release a blended Scotch? Meet SMWS Heresy Batch 44, an 18-year-old blend of just 1,092 bottles. Read the full article at SMWS Lauches First…
Can an Indian forest flower transform a single malt? Crazy Cock Madhuca I, finished in mahura casks, lands at Bengaluru Duty Free beside Six Brothers Mahura. Read the full article at Crazy Cock Madhuc…
Thursday 29th October The Market Porter, Stoney Street, SE1 9AA From 16:30 til Late Market Taverns are please to invite members of the British Guild of Beerwriters to their first Cask Ale festival whe…
Greene King has launched the latest chapter of its Legendary Beers, Centuries in the Making campaign – the Beer Slide. A multi-media campaign centred around a television advert, the Beer Slide, has se…
Arkell’s Brewery Brewer and Quality Control Lead Jack Bridgman has graduated with distinction after completing his Level 4 Brewer apprenticeship. Jack joined Arkell’s in 2012 as a cellarman, following…
After achieving YOY volume growth of 18% MAT at the end of Q3, Budweiser Budvar UK has further fortified its range of authentic Czech beers with the rollout of a 0.0% lager. The Budweiser Budvar 0.0%…
The UK now has more licensed restaurants than pubs, according to new analysis of official figures by Homefords, a wholesale supplier of soft furnishings to pubs, restaurants and hotels. There were 38,…
A return to terroir in Etna and Marsala...
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New beer launches and collaborations, in store, on bars, and online, from brewers around the UK St Ives has unveiled two new strong brews. Lamorna is a 6.2% ABV hazy, double dry-hopped New England IPA…
The Tennessee-based Chattanooga Whiskey, has announced the launch of its first Tennessee whiskey following more than a decade of distilling and over 50 experimental releases. Bad Chattanoogan (50% ABV…
Arkell’s brewer and quality control lead, Jack Bridgman, has graduated with distinction after completing his Level 4 Brewer apprenticeship. Jack with his original beer, Jack’s Juicy IPA Jack joined Ar…
An independent brewery which began in a household garage and has grown into a thriving business is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Vibrant Forest’s journey started in 2011 in the founder’s small gar…
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A historic blend with Islay roots and a smoky reputation - but today, Black Bottle leans more toward sweetness and subtle character than peat-driven intensity. Read the full article at Black Bottle Bl…
Can virgin Mongolian oak improve a sherry-rich Scotch? GlenAllachie Sinteis 4 pairs a cosy coffee-shop nose with a bold, incense-spiced palate. Read the full article at GlenAllachie’s Latest Whisky Us…
A wine producer using bird-repelling lasers and cattle farmer using GPS collars to track livestock are among 17 innovative projects funded from a £500,000 pot to boost Surrey’s rural economy. Surrey C…
Craft beer people tend to agree that it’s worth paying extra for quality but how much better does a beer need to taste to cost more than three times as much? It’s exciting to be able to buy imported H…
