The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Brewlab have updated their list of forthcoming courses, offering a selection of opportunities for brewers at all levels of experience. Professional Flavour Evaluation runs on Tuesday, 22nd September.…
Every Saturday we round up the best writing about beer from the past week. This time, we’ve got shipwrecks, dive bars and Japan. First, by way of news, there’s a glimmer of hope in the latest stats fr…
What do you get when an NFL Hall of Famer bottles his own bourbon? Terry Bradshaw's new football cocktail program serves drinks inspired by his greatest gridiron moments. Read the full article at Terr…
Tilray Brands, which acquired BrewDog’s global brand and 11 of its brewpubs out of administration in March of this year, has broadened its drinks portfolio with the addition of light THC beverages. Wi…
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Reducing fatigue during vineyard trimming by hand. As the UK wine industry continues to mature, many vineyards are placing increasing emphasis on quality rather than simply maximising output. Canopy m…
At a double blind tasting held at this year’s London Wine Fair, there was a surprise winner at the Icon Tasting: The Greatest Chardonnay Showdown. The winner was not from Burgundy, or the sunny slopes…
In the county of Essex situated in close proximity to the Crouch Valley, the River Blackwater and the Hanningfield Estuary, sits Missing Gate Vineyard. The family run vineyard was first planted in 201…
Harvest readiness starts with effective maturity monitoring. Every growing season presents unique challenges, but one decision remains pivotal across all vineyards: determining the optimum harvest dat…
Just a few days before his death on 6 August 2026, Matthew wrote this column for Vineyard, which we are publishing in his honour and as a tribute to his talent, warmth and generosity. I love old phras…
Matthew Jukes started his career in wine in 1987, working with consultant James Rogers at the Barnes Wine Shop, London. From there, he moved into buying for Bibendum Restaurant & Oyster Bar, London. M…
Can a 3-year-old blend really deliver sherry depth, coastal peat and serious value? This Living Souls x Thompson Bros bottling says yes. Read the full article at Living Souls X Thompson Bros 3 Year Ol…
What happens when one of Scotland's youngest female distillery founders unveils her first Single Malt? Jackton Distillery's RAER inaugural release is here. Read the full article at Jackton Distillery…
Twenty whiskies have been crowned World's Best Single Malt since 2007, but how many can you still get your hands on today? We tracked down all twenty winners. Read the full article at Every Whisky Tha…
This is VinePair’s Booze News Weekly Roundup, where we gather the hottest headlines and product releases every Friday for a snapshot of what’s happening in the beverage alcohol industry. It was yet an…
A single-varietal white that's sure to impress. The post Drink of the Week: Minuty Prestige Blanc 2025 appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.
Redemption Whiskey has announced the launch of its first Bottled-in-Bond release, as part of its relaunched Higher Marques Collection. Redemption Single Barrel Bonded Bourbon (50% ABV) was produced du…
Reading Football Club has Siren Craft Brew as its new ‘Official Local Brewing Partner’ with the Berkshire brewery’s beers pouring at the Championship club’s Fan Zone. Through the agreement, Siren will…
Nine bottles of Johnnie Walker sell every second. But is that premium Blue Label bottle worth its weight, or are you just paying for heavy glass and clever marketing? Read the full article at What a S…
When considering the name “Rolling Rock,” beer fans might associate the brand with hair-flipping, guitar-smashing rock and roll. But the music genre didn’t emerge until the 1950s, and the story of Rol…
Murphy's culinary philosophy is rooted in ‘hyperlocal’ sourcing and close partnerships with regional producers
Steve Dass, founder of Desi street snacking business Curry Smugglers, has decided to return to his other foodie interest, craft beer. The South Asian-inspired challenger brand is launching a 4.2% ABV…
The Windsor Castle in Carshalton is celebrating the transformation of its function space, The Cottage, following a £50,000 investment by independent family brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame - with…
At the 2026 World Beer Awards in London, Lindemans Brewery delivered an outstanding performance, with seven beers receiving medals across several categories, including one World’s Best, three Country…
Horneywink Cider has launched its first vintage, the culmination of four years of hard work, passion and plenty of fun. Proudly rooted in Cornwall, Horneywink is an exceptionally made Fine Cider – int…
Signature Brew, London’s largest independent brewery, has collabored with electronic music icons Groove Armada and regenerative farming pioneers Wildfarmed to launch a new beer. Do It Right is a Czech…
The Licensed Trade Charity (LTC), hospitality teams, and fundraising ultra runners are celebrating the completion of the inaugural LTC JOGLE Pub Run. The runners at Land’s End Participants crossed the…
Long before the World Cup first kicked off earlier this summer, Wall Street analysts, industry insiders, and rank-and-file bar owners were already anxiously talking up the potential sales boost it mig…
Rogue’s Dead Guy might get a new lease on life. Roughly nine months after Rogue Ales & Spirits’ parent company Oregon Brewing filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, companies are vying for Rogue’s intellectu…
Brewery visits may be higher than ever, even as many taprooms continue to face difficult business conditions. This analysis estimates total brewery visits over time and explores why that growth may no…
