The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Orbit Beers have collaborated with roasted malt specialists French & Jupps to brew an Extra Special Bitter (ESB), released for Cask Ale Week. On brew day, Orbit Beers were joined by The Shirker’s Rest…
What does the future hold for Texas' oldest legal whiskey distillery? As Garrison Brothers turns 20, the "Queen Bee" steps up to co-CEO alongside her husband. Read the full article at Garrison Brother…
What makes a whisky "taste like nowhere else"? In the Welsh Wind's final trilogy release, Meirion, uses green malt and a masala cask to find out. Read the full article at In the Welsh Wind Meirion Com…
A group of former hipsters sit around a San Francisco apartment in bow ties, newsboy caps, and suspenders. They listen to 2012 indie folk music. Someone jokingly calls it a “lost ‘Portlandia’ episode.…
Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach take stock of Cabernet Sauvignon. Is the red grape variety actually going through a bit of an identity crisis, or is it still a red wine behemot…
Can a Tuscan dessert wine cask elevate Campbeltown's coastal character? Glen Scotia's Griffin-inspired No.4 blends honey, salted caramel and sea salt beautifully. Read the full article at Glen Scotia…
What legendary creature guarded Campbeltown's whisky for centuries? Glen Scotia's latest release honours the Griffin with a Vin Santo-finished single malt. Read the full article at Behind Glen Scotia’…
What makes a whisky that will never be repeated? Tenkyo's Kaze 921 First Edition 2026 honours its late founder with just 921 bottles and rare PX sherry casks. Read the full article at Tenkyo Distiller…
As pubs and bars continue to navigate rising costs, RedWillow Brewery has announced Nonetheless, a new series of traditionally modern, cask-only pale ales. Nonetheless has been designed from the outse…
A selection of award-winning Grenache dominant and varietal wines from DWWA...
The Bandai, Japan-based Tenkyo Distillery has announced the launch of the first release in a new limited-edition annual series, which will be released each year on September 21st, the birthday of the…
Wales is the only part of the UK growing its independent brewery numbers, and this November those breweries are coming together to pour hundreds of pints under one roof. Indie Beer Fest Wales 2026 is…
22 October 2026 – Register at https://www.ebcu.org/webinars “In the Land of Foam and Patience”, provides an introduction to the history, culture and brewing traditions of Czech lager, exploring how in…
Wales’s independent brewing scene is the only in the UK growing its brewery numbers, and this November those breweries are coming together to pour hundreds of Welsh beers all under one roof. Indie Bee…
Devon beer, Devon pies and a steak and ale filling made with Exeter Brewery’s own Darkness put local producers firmly on the autumn menu The beer garden may have had its moment, but Exeter Brewery is…
The Glasgow Distillery has announced the launch of its inaugural Glasgow 1770 10 Year Old Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky, marking a decade of peated whisky production at the distillery. Limited to j…
Vocation Brewery have announced a line-up of seven seasonal specials this Christmas, from sessions brews to IPAs and indulgent festive stouts. The Christmas line-up has been developed to help operator…
An Edinburgh brewery is investing in renewable energy as it works towards becoming electrically self-sufficient. A new solar installation is expected to save the business nearly £33,000 per year. Phot…
The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival returns October 15–18, bringing four days of food, wine, cocktails, and culinary experiences to New York City. Now in its 19th year, NYCWFF will bri…
What happens when Freddie Noe finishes a Kentucky rye in apple brandy barrels and infuses it with cinnamon? Meet Booker's The Reserves 2026. Read the full article at Booker’s & Little Book Launch Two…
Can rare Oregon White Oak transform mature bourbon? Bardstown's Cascadia finishes in just ten Garryana barrels—but does its 107.5 proof help or hurt the pour? Read the full article at Bardstown Bourbo…
What makes Copperworks' first-ever rye-cask American single malt so special—and why is $10 from every bottle going to support craft maltsters? Read the full article at Copperworks Craft Malt Month 202…
The Buzzworks venue held a birthday bash bringing 100 of its regulars together to mark a decade at the heart of the town
Over the past 30 years or so, craft beer evolved from a semi-obscure curiosity to a known commodity. Perhaps more importantly, it’s made this journey without the sector ever fully selling out to the m…
The new venue is led by former Bramble manager, Sam Baxendale, and the Rutland Hotel’s head of bars, James Grant
'Blending history and contemporary comfort...'
Nine estates get top-tier 'three grapes'...
The Macallan has announced the launch of the latest release in its limited-edition TIME : SPACE Collection. The Macallan TIME : SPACE Sherry Cask (44.8% ABV) is a 20 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky…
Why did Big Easy Whiskey choose a New Orleans hospitality veteran as its new national brand ambassador? Meet Carlos Quinonez and the brand's expansion plans. Read the full article at Big Easy Whiskey…
