Join free

News

The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press

Producer BlogsIndustry UpdatesSocials
Ardrishaig Distillery secures planning permission
Spirits28 Sept 2026

Ardrishaig Distillery secures planning permission

The team behind the proposed Ardrishaig Distillery, has announced that planning permission for its craft whisky distillery and visitor experience has been granted by Argyll and Bute Council. The appro…

The Whisky Wire
Ardrishaig Oil Depot to Become Craft Whisky Distillery
Spirits28 Sept 2026

Ardrishaig Oil Depot to Become Craft Whisky Distillery

Can a contaminated former oil depot become Scotland's next whisky destination? Ardrishaig's waterfront is about to find out after plans won approval. Read the full article at Ardrishaig Oil Depot to B…

The Whiskey Wash
30 Whiskies You Need to Try Before You Die
Spirits28 Sept 2026

30 Whiskies You Need to Try Before You Die

With thousands of bottles out there, where do you even begin? Here are 30 whiskies every drinker should try at least once, from gateway drams to luxury pours. Read the full article at 30 Whiskies You…

The Whiskey Wash
2026 Price Map: What an Espresso Martini Costs on Average in All 50 U.S. States
Wine28 Sept 2026

2026 Price Map: What an Espresso Martini Costs on Average in All 50 U.S. States

The Espresso Martini is one of the most popular cocktails of today. The modern classic — featuring vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and simple syrup — has solidified itself as a go-to for partygoers a…

VinePair
Eight producers leading Pommard’s winemaking renaissance
Wine28 Sept 2026

Eight producers leading Pommard’s winemaking renaissance

Fresh new faces and fresh new styles...

Decanter
Duck Club Bourbon Launches Wetlands Bourbon For Water Fowl Conservation
Spirits28 Sept 2026

Duck Club Bourbon Launches Wetlands Bourbon For Water Fowl Conservation

What happens when a Riley Green-backed bourbon teams up with Ducks Unlimited? Meet Wetlands, a 107-proof blend where every bottle helps restore waterfowl habitat. Read the full article at Duck Club Bo…

The Whiskey Wash
News in brief: Mitchells & Butlers, Siren Craft Brew, and more
Beer28 Sept 2026

News in brief: Mitchells & Butlers, Siren Craft Brew, and more

A round-up of stories and snippets from brewing and hospitality, and the latest business news in brief Like-for-like sales growth of 2.1% in the year to date represents a robust performance in a chall…

Beer Today
Carso-Kras: The windswept plateau home to one of Italy's most unique wine regions
Wine28 Sept 2026

Carso-Kras: The windswept plateau home to one of Italy's most unique wine regions

A bijou region packed with distinctive wines...

Decanter
Radico Khaitan Lands Rampur Whisky in UK Airport Duty Free
Spirits28 Sept 2026

Radico Khaitan Lands Rampur Whisky in UK Airport Duty Free

Can Indian whisky win shelf space in the home of Scotch? Radico Khaitan is betting on it, landing Rampur and Sangam malts at four major UK airports. Read the full article at Radico Khaitan Lands Rampu…

The Whiskey Wash
Releases round-up: Northern Monk, Bishop Nick, Stewart Brewing, and more
Beer28 Sept 2026

Releases round-up: Northern Monk, Bishop Nick, Stewart Brewing, and more

New beer launches and collaborations, in store, on bars, and online, from brewers around the UK Northern Monk’s Dark & Wild festival may be on hiatus for a year, but they have created a suitable beer,…

Beer Today
VAT rate can make the difference for pubs
Beer28 Sept 2026

VAT rate can make the difference for pubs

The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has written to the prime minister and chancellor ahead of the Budget, urging them to put 10% VAT on all pub sales at the heart of a fair tax deal. Its latest…

Beer Today
Guild Members: Invite to One More Round book launch!
Beer28 Sept 2026

Guild Members: Invite to One More Round book launch!

Guild chair and British Beer Writer of the Year (2019 and 2022) Jonny Garrett would love to see any and all Guild members at the launch of his fifth book, One More Round. The event will be held in the…

British Guild of Beer Writers
Armadale Community Pub Reopens Following Transformational Investment
Beer28 Sept 2026

Armadale Community Pub Reopens Following Transformational Investment

Popular community pub, The Regal on West Main Street, officially reopened on Tuesday 15th September, following a combined investment of £100,000 from experienced licensee, Chris Pollock, and Admiral T…

British Guild of Beer Writers
Expert's Choice: 18 scintillating South American sparkling wines
Wine28 Sept 2026

Expert's Choice: 18 scintillating South American sparkling wines

South America's best fizz...

Decanter
Elements: Gentian Liqueurs
Spirits27 Sept 2026

Elements: Gentian Liqueurs

Gentian liqueur adds an earthy, savory touch to cocktails. The post Elements: Gentian Liqueurs appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.

Imbibe Magazine
Garrison Brothers Lady Bird Bourbon 2026 Review
Spirits27 Sept 2026

Garrison Brothers Lady Bird Bourbon 2026 Review

Can a bourbon infused with honey avoid becoming an overly sweet mess? Garrison Bros Lady Bird pulls off a floral, Cognac-cask balancing act that surprised us. Read the full article at Garrison Brother…

The Whiskey Wash
Woodford Reserve vs Buffalo Trace: Which $30-ish Bourbon Wins?
Spirits27 Sept 2026

Woodford Reserve vs Buffalo Trace: Which $30-ish Bourbon Wins?

They cost nearly the same and sit side by side on the shelf, but which of these two beloved bourbons deserves a place in your glass? Read the full article at Woodford Reserve vs Buffalo Trace: Which $…

The Whiskey Wash
AI has made it easier than ever to make apps nobody asked for
Beer27 Sept 2026

AI has made it easier than ever to make apps nobody asked for

We’ve been inundated lately with AI-written press releases about AI-built tools and websites focused on beer and pubs. Who is asking for this? When we say inundated, it’s probably been one per week fo…

Boak & Bailey
International tour creates commercial opportunity
Wine26 Sept 2026

International tour creates commercial opportunity

WineGB confirms Scandinavian tasting tour, creating a high value commercial opportunity for members. WineGB confirms its Scandinavian Trade & Media Tasting Tour, a three city showcase across Stockholm…

Vineyard Magazine
Bulleit Small Batch Rye Whiskey Review
Spirits26 Sept 2026

Bulleit Small Batch Rye Whiskey Review

Can an affordable 95% rye deliver bold, herbal complexity worth sipping neat? We explore the minty, pickle-brine profile that makes this a cocktail favourite. Read the full article at Bulleit Small Ba…

The Whiskey Wash
Why the Kilchoman Sanaig Cask Strength Might Win Over Peat Haters
Spirits26 Sept 2026

Why the Kilchoman Sanaig Cask Strength Might Win Over Peat Haters

Can a 57.8% cask strength Islay whisky really drink this smoothly? This Oloroso-matured Kilchoman Sanaig won over even a self-confessed peat sceptic. Read the full article at Why the Kilchoman Sanaig…

The Whiskey Wash
Douglas Laing Launches 2026 Scallywag & Big Peat Winter Editions
Spirits26 Sept 2026

Douglas Laing Launches 2026 Scallywag & Big Peat Winter Editions

Why do Douglas Laing staff talk about Big Peat like a person? Find out as Scallywag and Big Peat winter editions land with Cognac and red wine finishes. Read the full article at Douglas Laing Launches…

The Whiskey Wash
News, nuggets and longreads 26 September 2026: Toast of London
Beer26 Sept 2026

News, nuggets and longreads 26 September 2026: Toast of London

Every Saturday we round up the best writing about beer from the past week. This time, we’ve got difficult dads, hilltop beer gardens and sea buckthorn. First, some interesting commentary on some not p…

Boak & Bailey
Drinks sales pick up after tough August
Beer26 Sept 2026

Drinks sales pick up after tough August

Pubs, bars, and drinks suppliers saw an uptick in sales in the first half of September, NIQ’s latest Daily Drinks Tracker shows. Average sales in managed venues in the week to Saturday, 5th September,…

Beer Today
Wetherspoon international festival beers revealed
Beer25 Sept 2026

Wetherspoon international festival beers revealed

Brewers are from China, Singapore, Ukraine, USA, and Denmark have created beers for the next JD Wetherspoon festival, running from 7th to 18th October. The international guest brewers get together for…

Beer Today
SFI 2026: What’s in it for vineyards?
Wine25 Sept 2026

SFI 2026: What’s in it for vineyards?

The second application window for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) is set to open on 22 September, so Hutchinsons head of environmental services, Georgina Wallis, highlights some actions that m…

Vineyard Magazine
Is Laphroaig 10 Year Old The Unrivalled King of Smoky Whisky?
Spirits25 Sept 2026

Is Laphroaig 10 Year Old The Unrivalled King of Smoky Whisky?

What makes Laphroaig 10 Year Old the undisputed king of smoky whisky? Laphroaig's distillery manager reveals the heritage, peat and flavour behind the icon. Read the full article at Is Laphroaig 10 Ye…

The Whiskey Wash
Hooten Young x Ruger Launch First-Fire Bourbon & Cigars
Spirits25 Sept 2026

Hooten Young x Ruger Launch First-Fire Bourbon & Cigars

What happens when a Black Hawk Down veteran's whiskey brand teams up with Ruger? A 1,776-bottle, 7-year bourbon and two cigars. Here's what's inside. Read the full article at Hooten Young x Ruger Laun…

The Whiskey Wash
Award-winning Inver Restaurant & Rooms goes up for sale
Trade25 Sept 2026

Award-winning Inver Restaurant & Rooms goes up for sale

"All accolades aside, this is a truly exceptional business which would suit in particular another chef-led operator"

SLTN
Radico Khaitan Unveils New Look for 1965 Lemon Dash Rum
Spirits25 Sept 2026

Radico Khaitan Unveils New Look for 1965 Lemon Dash Rum

What does a rum born to honor 1965 war heroes look like when it's redesigned for young drinkers? Radico Khaitan's Lemon Dash answers with Gandharaj lemon flair. Read the full article at Radico Khaitan…

The Whiskey Wash
← PreviousPage 22 of 171Next →