The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Two and a half years ago, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters’ lead for the brewing industry said something that struck me as odd. “Anheuser-Busch [InBev] is a worldwide brewer, and they certai…
London restaurant BiBi has introduced a new late-night format, BiBi Lates, giving guests the chance to experience signature dishes alongside an expanded cocktail offering after dinner service. The pos…
Vintae has completed its acquisition of Bodegas Riojanas after the registration of the winery's restructuring plan, giving the Rioja-based wine group a 90% stake in the historic producer. The post Vin…
A cross-country guide to alcohol-free drinks. The post A Guide to Spirit-Free Bottle Shops appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.
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A range of Scottish distillers and brewers have been named as finalists in the Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2026
Board members in the ownership group of Ballast Point Brewing say the craft beer pioneer is at risk of “operational collapse” amid a legal battle claiming a fellow member took out millions in unauthor…
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The Brewers Association (BA) has released a new guide on integrating the Front-of-House Taproom Staff Training program into your staff onboarding processes. The post New Taproom Manager’s Guide Helps…
The Taiwan based Kavalan Distillery has been awarded the Whisky of the Year title at the 2026 International Whisky Competition (IWC), for its Peatist Oloroso Sherry Cask Single Cask Strength Single Ma…
A government-funded programme that helps businesses across the North West, South East and Yorkshire is aiding breweries and other manufacturers to invest in digital technologies to boost productivity,…
Forget the clichés and preconceptions: Bordeaux today is a hotbed of innovation, with a wealth of groundbreaking projects and initiatives under way. The post New tricks: the changing face of Bordeaux…
The story of Moldovan wine is one of fortitude in facing great challenges – and now this remarkable wine nation is ready to take its place on the global stage. We pick out 10 reasons why the country i…
James Rabagliati is Head of Brewing and Operations at Nirvana Brewery, the UK’s first dedicated alcohol-free brewery. His focus has been on reformulating and expanding Nirvana’s award-winning range wh…
2.6% ABV Description: Bursting with tropical hop character this Hazy IPA pours like sunshine. Expect an abundance of mango, guava and passion fruit character on the nose and palate with a soft bittern…
“The next thing I knew I had told the guy we didn’t have the money for him. He got very angry, started swearing at me and then chasing me on one of those single-wheel segways.” In an industry frequent…
Can Champagne casks reveal a brighter side of Ardnamurchan? This 2026 Paul Launois release answers with grapes, pastry and sea-salt snap. Read the full article at Ardnamurchan Paul Launois 2026 Releas…
0.5% ABV Description: This amber West Coast IPA is bursting with new world hop flavours of citrus and tropical fruit, with a hint of pine for balance. Smooth and refreshing, it has a light malt sweetn…
4.5% ABV Description: Force Field by Alter Ego Brewing Co is a 4.5% ABV hazy pale ale featuring Mosaic and El Dorado hops that deliver tropical stone fruit flavours.
What makes Pearse Lyons' new Camino Collection so rare that no two bottles are ever the same? Discover three limited single cask Irish whiskeys bottled at cask strength. Read the full article at Pears…
Can bourbon really give a sherried Scotch lover the dried fruit, cocoa, and spice they love? These 7 bottles prove it can, just by a very different route. Read the full article at 7 Bourbons for Sherr…
3.2% ABV Description: A refreshing, lightly hazy blonde with an aromatic hop profile. Citra and Simcoe bring citrus, tropical fruit and pine notes. Gluten-free, juicy and easy-drinking.
8.4% ABV Description: Think chocolate fondant meets coffee. Loaded with Vietnamese coffee beans; it’s dark and full bodied with sweet nutty chocolate notes.
Social media is the great connector, but it’s also full of misleading photos and fads that don’t make sense IRL. It’s given us delicious dishes like the baked feta pasta and viral sushi bakes, but it’…
Can any distillery win 'Whisky of the Year' twice in a row at one of the industry's toughest blind tastings? Kavalan just proved it can—here's how. Read the full article at Kavalan Wins Whisky of the…
4.9% ABV Description: Fresh and bright on the nose with crisp apple and subtle citrus. The palate is well-rounded and medium-sweet, with Cox’s characteristic honeyed note balanced by the tartness of B…
4.7% ABV Description: A traditional Czech style dark lager, cold conditioned for a minimum of 6 weeks. Initially crisp followed by light flavours of roasted malt, chocolate and coffee.
The Texas-based Garrison Brothers Distillery has announced the pre-sale launch of its latest limited-edition Hye Rye Bourbon release. Garrison Brothers Hye Rye 2026 (49% ABV), a Texas Straight Rye Bou…
Domaine Lafage has begun its earliest-ever harvest following an exceptionally early growing season in Roussillon. The post Harvest begins in Roussillon appeared first on The Drinks Business.
French spirits giant Pernod Ricard has withdrawn its challenge to the Indian government’s demand for US$314 million in back taxes The post Pernod Ricard drops challenge to $314m Indian tax bill appear…
