The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
A bar built into a combine harvester has been created by AB InBev to celebrate American farmers and US-farmed beer ingredients and is set to go on tour across the country this summer. db reports. The…
The truth will out...
Figures from brewing and hospitality industry have said called on Keir Starmer’s successor to implement “meaningful changes” such as fairer taxation and improved market access for small producers foll…
Terroir-driven, stylistically diverse and increasingly relevant in commercial terms, the wines of Centre-Loire were celebrated at this year's London Wine Fair. The post Centre-Loire grabs attention in…
An extremely limited-edition collectible, in the form of Guinness binoculars, have become available to fans who are willing to enter a social media contest. The post Beer goggles: Guinness binoculars…
Hook Norton, the Banbury-based brewery, has collaborated with London’s Five Points Brewing Co to create a new limited cask ale celebrating modern British brewing rooted in tradition. Points of Brew (3…
Douglas Blyde visits Willett's at The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, where a restored Chelsea landmark pairs polished British cooking with one of London's "most thoughtful" hotel wine lists, placing Englis…
English winemaker launches two 2025 vintage still wines for bars and restaurants. The Uncommon, the B Corp winemaker known for pioneering English wine in can, is entering bottle format for the first t…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Tuesday 23rd June 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which cont…
Just add ice...
Erdinger Weissbräu has launched Brauhaus Helles into the UK, now available in the off-trade, with an initial rollout in more than 300 Sainsbury’s stores. Helles is the second most popular beer style i…
The Pirates of the Caribbean star fronts the brand's new campaign, calling the tale behind its 'Devil's Cellar' one of the most "iconic stories in the world of wine". The post Orlando Bloom becomes ne…
Australian whisky brand Starward has agreed to a multi-year partnership with Rugby Australia, commencing for the 2026 international season The post Starward lines up Rugby Australia deal appeared firs…
Following The Global Rosé Masters earlier this year, we have picked out the sub £20 gold medal winning wines from the competition, with our top affordable drops hailing from Australia and Italy, as we…
From Hong Kong to Osaka and Bangkok, bartenders are reviving foam-topped cocktails as drinkers seek more immersive, multisensory experiences. Once a hallmark of the molecular mixology boom, foam is be…
The taste of the elements...
Nominations have opened for CAMRA’s Heritage Pub Revival Award, recognising those who have revitalised a historic heritage pub. The Vine, at Pitshill, Stoke-on-Trent, is a previous winner of CAMRA’s H…
A fistful of vineyards...
Dorothy’s, a newly opened restaurant on Savile Row in Mayfair, is pledging to bring all-day European wine and café culture to the capital with a drinks programme championing regional wines. The post D…
The annual high double-digit increases for travel retail are over, so the question stands: does Tequila still have headroom to grow? The post Has Tequila peaked in travel retail? appeared first on The…
Guild members can access a discount code by logging into the Membership Area. If you have not registered for the website, please email secretary@beerguild.co.uk Here’s your latest update from the NCTJ…
Bristol, UK – 19 June 2026: Lost and Grounded Brewers have partnered with Co-op to launch ‘Around the World with Lost and Grounded Brewers’, an exclusive six-beer series celebrating lager styles from…
Hook Norton Brewery, one of England's historic independent brewers, has joined forces with London-based craft brewery Five Points Brewing Co to create a new limited cask ale celebrating modern British…
ERDINGER Weissbräu has launched its Brauhaus Helles into the UK and the refreshing Bavarian lager is now available in the off-trade, with an initial roll out in over 300 Sainsbury's stores nationwide.…
AI-native, functional alcohol-free beer brand IMPOSSIBREW® returned to Crowdcube this month to fund its wider retail expansion, raising £725,631 from 784 investors. The move follows an explosive perio…
A new industry-backed accreditation backed by the national brewers is designed to bring together cellar hygiene, staff training, clean glassware and serve standards to help pubs deliver a consistently…
Britain's hospitality sector is facing an existential crisis, and the wine trade can no longer afford to treat it as someone else's problem, writes Benjamin Jack. Cutting hospitality VAT isn't just ab…
Liverpool-based Neptune Brewery is celebrating more than 10 years in the industry with a refreshed new look. The independent business has long been known for its trademark trident, making its vegan-fr…
Master sommelier George Miliotes, who worked at high-profile US restaurants before opening Wine Bar George at Walt Disney World in Florida, speaks to Decanter about his first 'wow' moment, top pairing…
The three Michelin-starred London restaurant has unveiled a new à la carte offering centred on ingredient provenance, alongside details of its redesigned dining spaces and extensive wine collection. T…
