The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Which Islay whiskies earned Master medals at the Scotch Whisky Masters 2026? From a distillery founded in 1816 to a farm's first permanent release, here are the winners. Read the full article at The B…
Lindemans Brewery enjoyed great success at this year’s World Beer Awards, picking up two world’s bests, three country winner titles, and three gold, two silver, and two bronze medals. Lindemans Oude K…
St Austell Brewery and Bath Rugby have entered “the next phase” of their long-standing partnership, which is marked by major bar refurbishments across the Tribute Stand to elevate the matchday experie…
Would you spend hundreds of pounds just to taste how bad a whisky can be? Meet Loch Dhu 10, the jet-black Speyside dram often called the worst whisky ever bottled. Read the full article at Loch Dhu: W…
Check out our list of the most underrated red wines here! Often with plush, fruit-forward qualities or big, bold structures, red wines tend to carry a connotation of luxury. With that reputation comes…
Think great Islay whisky means shelling out hundreds? These six no age statement single malts took Gold at the Scotch Whisky Masters 2026, starting under $50. Read the full article at The Best NAS Isl…
What happens when former NSYNC stars host a mixology showdown backed by one of America's biggest spirits companies? Meet E!'s new series Cocktail Wars. Read the full article at Heaven Hill Joins E!’s…
What happens when a £130 whisky cask vanishes for 50 years? It resurfaces as the oldest known Glenrothes ever—now on sale for £270,000. Read the full article at Oldest Glenrothes Cask Ever: 57-Year-Ol…
A number of breweries, pub companies, and associations have been named as the first patrons of the Guild of Beer Sommeliers. The Guild was set up in 2024 with the support of the Brewers Livery Company…
What happens when a Master Distiller deconstructs a Triple Cask whiskey into its rarest single-cask layers? Curraghmore's new Annamh Collection reveals all. Read the full article at Curraghmore Announ…
A new series of high-alpha hop varieties that have been bred for “reliable performance in both the field and the brewhouse” have been launched. Hop Breeding Company (HBC), together with partners John…
In previous articles in this series, brewing experts have shared common mistakes to avoid when setting up a canning line, and the business considerations that go into choosing between bottles and cans…
Work has begun to create a stylish new venue beneath one of the City of London’s most historic pubs, the Jamaica Wine House. The project by independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame wil…
Bath Rugby and St Austell Brewery have entered the next phase of their long-standing partnership, marked by major bar refurbishments across the Tribute Stand to elevate the matchday experience as the…
The Guild of Beer Sommeliers are pleased to announce the following companies have become the first Patrons of the Guild. Breweries: Harvey’s Brewery, Timothy Taylor’s & Co, Ossett Brewery, Wells & Co,…
Bath Rugby and St Austell Brewery have entered the next phase of their long-standing partnership, marked by major bar refurbishments across the Tribute Stand. St Austell Brewery — Bath Rugby’s officia…
The Spyway Inn, at Askerwell, has won West Dorset CAMRA’s Pub Garden of the Year competition for 2026. Dave and Louise Compton. Photograph: Rich Gabe Laying in the shadow of Eggardon Hill and with dis…
Staffordshire-based Best of British Beer turns 15 this week, and the team are raising a glass to their busiest year yet. Gill and Lorna, of Best of British Beer What started off in a garden shed in 20…
Cornish maker Horneywink, founded by Chris and Sara Reid, and old schoolfriend Paul Jefferson, have launched their first vintage cider. Intended to be sipped, savoured, and shared, Horneywink Cider is…
The Tennessee-based Chattanooga Whiskey has announced the launch of the eighth release in its acclaimed Barrel Finishing Series. Chattanooga Whiskey Moldovan Ice Wine Cask Finished (47.5% ABV) is a Te…
Traces of the origins of viticulture in the Chianti region found in the woodlands of Badia a Coltibuono. New research conducted in the woodlands of Badia a Coltibuono, within the municipality of Gaiol…
What happens when a Canadian whisky icon teams up with a Y2K fashion legend? Crown Royal and Juicy Couture unveil velour tracksuits and rhinestone bottle bags. Read the full article at Crown Royal x J…
What happens when you co-age Kentucky bourbon and Japanese single malt in the same barrel for a year? This Double Gold winner creates something entirely new. Read the full article at Bardstown Bourbon…
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Scotland's bestselling Scotch just changed hands. Will William Grant & Sons transform The Famous Grouse from bottom-shelf staple into a bottle worth your attention? Read the full article at Famous Gro…
One million cask beer ‘Try Before You Buy’ tasters will be on offer this September with the aim of giving consumers the opportunity to try Britain’s national beer style, and hopefully convert them int…
Talk title: Brewing a team that doesn’t need youThis is a talk for head brewers and heads of production focusing on team building and team management. Pietro will discuss moving away from the idea tha…
Why is Goa more than just another market for UBD's Soorahi whisky? The Delhi-based distiller calls it "home"—and the reason reveals its premium ambitions. Read the full article at Soorahi Blended Indi…
What happens when the makers of Buffalo Trace buy a Welsh vodka brand famous for its solid gold bottles? Sazerac's latest acquisition reveals its global ambitions. Read the full article at Sazerac To…
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