The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
“When we asked consumers to rank the three stouts, more than half the room put Tennent’s Stout at number one"
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What happens when bourbon is finished in barrels that once held farm-harvested honey? Starlight's Honey Reserve delivers a sweet, honey-forward surprise. Read the full article at Starlight Distillery…
What happens when Texas's oldest bourbon distillery joins forces with a duck hunting apparel brand? A camo-labelled Single Barrel limited to just 400 bottles. Read the full article at Garrison Brother…
Grown in almost every major winemaking region, there are over 520,000 acres of Chardonnay vines planted around the world. The versatile white grape is notorious for its somewhat divisive nature, with…
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The Perthshire-based Kythe Distillery, has announced that it has begun production of its single malt whisky, marking a return to heritage brewing and distilling techniques inspired by, and informed by…
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New beer launches and collaborations, in store, on bars, and online, from brewers around the UK Fuggling Helles (5.3% ABV) is Round Corner’s Oktoberfest offering. It pours bright gold, with smooth bre…
Havana Club has announced the launch of the sixth and final release in its Iconica Collection, a series rooted in a tradition that began more than five decades ago. Havana Club Iconica Unión (40% ABV)…
Planning a Goa getaway? Which Indian single malts deserve a spot in your holiday bar, from Sherry-rich Rampur to the Mahura-finished Crazy Cock Madhuca III? Read the full article at Planning a Goa Tri…
Merlot is thought to be named after Merle (or Merlau), a local bird in the Bordeaux region of France. Whether this is true or not, it can be helpful to think of Merlot as the little blackbird of Borde…
Can whiskey beat vodka in an espresso Martini? Ole Smoky thinks so, launching a limited-edition Espresso Whiskey just in time for football season and Friendsgiving. Read the full article at Ole Smoky…
Bolton Beer Festival returns this October with more than 200 beers, wines and spirits, alongside a dedicated gin bar, Prosecco, food and a varied programme of entertainment – all while raising vital f…
Did you know George Dickel makes wheat, light and rye whiskey? Lost Lantern's first single-distillery collection unearths the Tennessee giant's hidden styles. Read the full article at Lost Lantern Unv…
Monday 19th October 8-9pm BST Online Course Join Beer Writer of the Year (2019,2021) and chair of the Guild Jonny Garrett for an hour-long session introducing you to the wild world of social video – n…
Which Colorado single malt was crowned Whisky of the Year—and can you now get it delivered? Root Shoot Spirits opens nationwide online sales of its farm-to-bottle range. Read the full article at Root…
Why would a new Scotch distillery fire its wash still with wood at 800°C? Kythe's founders say efficiency is the enemy of character—here's their old-style plan. Read the full article at Kythe Distille…
The Macallan has announced the launch of a new limited-edition collection of single malts, said to capture the spirit of exploration through a transatlantic journey of oak, craft and time. The new Car…
Outlets across the country are getting behind Drop the Pint Day, on 9th October, to draw attention to the high duty rates the Treasury imposes on British beer. Venues will be offering pints at prices…
Greene King, the country’s leading pub company and brewer, is meeting demand for competitive socialising with traditional and next generation stay-to-play games which aren’t just entertaining customer…
28th September: St Austell Brewery has been named Green Large Organisation of the Year at the Green Awards UK. The award recognises businesses demonstrating exceptional leadership and measurable impac…
Asahi Draught Quality Programme uses live insight in partnership with Bar Analytics to support pub & bar operators in tackling wastage and maintenance needs in beer lines Asahi UK becomes the first ma…
A modern, hoppy twist on traditional cidermaking, Sandford Orchards has launched Pip Hop. A vibrant, fruity relaunch of a dry-hopped cider they first crafted a decade ago, Pip Hop (ABV 5.5%) perfectly…
Molson Coors has confirmed that Sharp’s Brewery, near Wadebridge, in Cornwall, will close by the end of the year with the loss of up to 40 jobs. The news comes at the end of a consultation process whi…
Today, Café Beermoth is known and loved as a venue that sources exciting beers from independent breweries. But before Beermoth became a café, it was a shop. In February 2013—when its original location…
GLP-1 medications are often cited as a headwind for beer, but how much of that impact actually shows up in the numbers? This analysis compares state-level GLP-1 adoption with beer shipment and craft p…
Junior Brewer at Pillars Brewery Closing Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 - 18:00 Gawain Tue, 09/29/2026 - 18:00 Job Title: Junior Brewer Department/Location: Brewing & Production Reports to: Senior P…
Three 3-year board positions are open: two for the packaging brewer class and one for the brewpub & taproom brewer class. Voting is open through Oct. 21. The post 2026 Board of Directors Election: Sep…
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