The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Andrea Ontiveros Flores, a sommelier and marketing & communications specialist from Alicante, Spain discovers the ultimate Autumn wine list England never had. Every year there seems to be a new guide…
MGP Ingredients, one of the largest producers of American whiskey, has announced the launch of its first release under its own name. The launch coincides with the return of the MGP Distillery name to…
Who earned bourbon's highest honor this year? Meet the seven industry legends inducted into the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame's 24th class. Read the full article at Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame Induc…
What happens when you age whisky in ex-maple syrup casks? Cotswolds Distillery's new Round Hill Harvest reveals the delicious answer. Read the full article at Cotswolds Distillery Releases 5th Harvest…
What happens when Ardbeg crafts a single malt using heavily roasted black malt? Discover the distinctive peanut-brittle and ashy smoke profile of Ardcore. Read the full article at Ardbeg Ardcore Revie…
What happens when a distiller rolls back the roof and lets wild Tasmanian yeasts decide the fate of his whisky? Meet Belgrove's kismet-driven craft. Read the full article at Why Belgrove Distillery Le…
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Getting to the heart of the village's Chardonnay expertise...
Under Tilray ownership, BrewDog is back on the front foot, driving the next chapter for one of the UK and Europe’s biggest craft beer brands
After a turbulent history, the nation’s small but fast-growing cool-climate wine scene is finding its feet.
Should you drink Glenfiddich 12 neat, over ice, or mixed into a highball? We break down every way to enjoy the world's best-selling single malt — and which suits you. Read the full article at How To D…
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has announced the release of two special half-size whiskies to mark the start of its new Whisky Equinox initiative, as it prepares for its busiest time of year, w…
Describe a wine as buttery, and most picture Chardonnay. Some might even turn up their nose, having written off the variety entirely as rich, oaky, or creamy without realizing that those characteristi…
Five of Glasgow’s best-known drinking destinations are joining forces for a party to mark the opening of Glasgow Cocktail Week
Utopian Brewery are bringing a nine-day celebration of ‘seriously good, award-winning British lager’, with a distinctly Bavarian twist and a Devonian attitude, to Arcadia, in Exeter. Jeremy Swainson,…
Gravity Beer Festival returns to Summerhall, Edinburgh, this weekend, and organisers have released extra tickets to meet huge audience demand. As Edinburgh’s only all-in craft beer event, there will b…
What makes a $700 Armenian brandy Emmy-worthy? Jardins d’Arménie’s 35-year Royal Brandy arrives in Southern California. Read the full article at Jardins d’Arménie 35-Year Royal Brandy Hits U.S. Market
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…
The beer garden may have had its moment, but Exeter Brewery is marking the arrival of autumn by keeping things decidedly local. As evenings begin to draw in, the independent brewery is inviting drinke…
Its Cask Ale Week to 27th Sept with trade engaged and supporting, making Cask the centre of pub activity During the week we have The Cask Seminar held in Brewers Hall Launch of the Camra Good Pub Guid…
Mayor of Exeter to officially ‘tap’ open a nine-day journey of Oktoberfest happenings at Exeter’s Arcadia (Best Bar 2025/2026 in the Food Drink Devon Awards) Exeter’s Arcadia is set to transform into…
Woodforde’s has unveiled Hopotiki Pale as its seasonal beer for September — a 4.2% ABV light-bodied pale ale with a distinct tropical aroma and a zesty dry finish. And it has proved a success before t…
Northern Swartland is stirring...
Wallet-friendly Latin gems...
The best of Italy's autumn releases...
Leonardslee Family Vineyards is delighted to announce the launch of a premium new tasting room, located within Leonardslee House, at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens. The Drawing Room at Leonardslee will…
Distilled among Herefordshire apple orchards, this 10 Year Old single malt tastes like the first sip of an Old Fashioned—but does it justify the price? Read the full article at Rosemaund Farm Distille…
What if the rarest Macallans ever bottled didn't come from the distillery at all? Discover the Gordon & MacPhail Speymalt series and its extraordinary vintages. Read the full article at Macallan Speym…
Ever dreamed of owning your own cask of Macallan? A whisky broker reveals what it really costs—and whether spending up to £400,000 is worth it. Read the full article at What You Really Need to Know Be…
Single malt Scotch may grab all the glory, but a well-made blend can offer whisky lovers more creativity in the glass.
