The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
What happens when you double the Cognac-cask finish on a Bardstown bourbon blend? This 111.8-proof release trades sweetness for a bold, sophisticated new character. Read the full article at Bardstown…
Increasing the draught discount for pubs by 30% and freezing beer duty could lead to more affordable pints and over 7,000 more jobs in the sector, according to the British Beer and Pub Association (BB…
What happens when Scottish tradition meets Japanese precision? These four whiskies reveal where two great whisky nations beautifully overlap. Read the full article at Love Scotch and Japanese Whisky?…
Chardonnay is one of the world’s most popular grape varieties, but not every bottle is created equally. With the grape’s wide range of expressions and price points, it can sometimes seem difficult to…
This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. The French baguette is losin…
Asda has launched its own exclusive beer brand, Asquith 1965, a seven-strong beer range bringing together respected breweries and distinctive beer styles. From a 5% ABV traditional world lager and 6.8…
The Highland-based Glenmorangie Distillery has announced the launch of its oldest release to date. Glenmorangie 50 Year Old (45.7% ABV) is a single malt Scotch whisky, matured in a combination of Bour…
Can a 12-year-old whisky at nearly 57% ABV really have zero bitterness? This Springbank 12 Cask Strength blind-tasting winner proves it can. Here's why it scores 8.5. Read the full article at Springba…
Dating back to the late-1800s, the Manhattan is widely considered the first “modern” cocktail. It’s an incredibly simple formula of whiskey, sweet vermouth, and a couple dashes of bitters, and if you…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. As a bartender, I’m always looking for spirits I’d feel confident pouring and recommending to guests, and Farmer’s Gin is one of them. I…
What makes Compass Box’s new 10-year-old Scotch a statement on transparency? Discover its three-malt recipe, limited US release and $84.99 price. Read the full article at Compass Box Releases This is…
Last week on “Wine 101,” Keith dove into the history of glyphosate. Today, he looks at how the chemical affects wine. This episode is filled with data, and most of it was provided by Gabriella Macari…
Attic is putting drinkers at the heart of its approach to cask, combining new consumer research with a 65-venue Cask Ale Trail designed to get more people discovering and talking about cask beer. Runn…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Sunday 27th September 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which…
What makes Laphroaig 15-Year-Old’s US comeback worth a taste? Explore its bourbon-cask aging, coastal smoke, citrus notes and $89 price. Read the full article at Laphroaig 15-Year-Old Returns to US
2027 Guide cover featuring the Oxford Bar, Edinburgh, sponsored by Midland Snacks Traditional Pork Scratchings and endorsed by Cask Marque Campaigners demand a fairer beer market for licensees, indepe…
23rd September 2026: St Austell Brewery has unveiled a special commemorative glass celebrating its 175-year anniversary and Tribute, its much-loved pale ale that has been at the heart of the brewery's…
Analysis shows that an increase in the draught discount and a freeze in beer duty could make pints more affordable These measures will result in 7,100 more jobs across the sector, including 3,400 for…
Birmingham based independent brewery Attic is putting drinkers at the heart of its approach to cask, combining new consumer research with a 65-venue Cask Ale Trail designed to get more people discover…
Czech beer competition returns to Brno on 5 February 2027 with a stronger international focus and an emphasis on calibration, consistency and useful feedback for breweries. BRNO, CZECH REPUBLIC — Czec…
Loch Lomond Brewery has seen sales with Aldi Scotland climb 57% in a year, with more than 77,000 extra beers sold across the country in 2026. The growth comes as the family-run brewery adds three new…
Summerton Whisky Club, one of the UK’s leading whisky subscriptions and communities, has announced the launch of a new whisky festival, bringing more than 100 whiskies from independent bottlers, disti…
CAMRA has published the 2027 Good Beer Guide, renewing calls for a formal competition investigation into the global brewers who dominate the UK beer market. They’re continuing their quest to get indep…
Jean-Charles Boisset makes a significant investment in Carneros amid falling wine consumption
What does a whisky distilled in the mid-1970s and aged for five decades taste like? Meet Glenmorangie's oldest bottling ever—just 149 rare bottles exist. Read the full article at Glenmorangie Unveils…
What happens when Willett's iconic pot still bottle meets full-proof wheated bourbon? Meet the new Cask Strength release arriving each equinox. Read the full article at Willett Pot Still Reserve Cask…
Halfpenny Green Wine Estate is celebrating its biggest accolade in recent years after being crowned Winemaker of the Year at the Wine GB Midlands & North 2026 Awards, to coincide with what could be it…
Beginning on September 29, the U.S. will prohibit imports of many Canadian alcohol beverages, including packaged beer. The post Canadian Beer Import Ban Set to Take Effect September 29 appeared first…
Good drinks. Good vibes. No booze required. The THC drink aisle has gotten crowded… and that’s a good thing! Today, you can find everything from THC-infused iced teas, cocktail-inspired drinks, spirit…
Sam Caporn MW celebrated the launch of her second book, English Wine: Your Essential Companion From Vine to Wine, hosted at Vagabond Urban Winery in Canada Water, southeast London. The venue proved a…
