The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
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A round-up of stories and snippets from brewing and hospitality, and the latest business news in brief Shepherd Neame has re-opened The Duke of York, in Southwark, London, following a major refurbishm…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Sunday 23rd August 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which con…
Kent-based Shepherd Neame is set to open a new venue beneath one of the City of London’s most historic pubs, the Jamaica Wine House. The project, which is being handled independent family brewer and p…
A marked increase in alcohol-free beer volumes, as well as strong performance from its soft drinks portfolio, have helped increase sales at Carlsberg. The Danish business reported revenues of £5.35bn…
Guild Awards 2026 Big Penny Social Wednesday 25th November 6pm - 11pm Our annual event includes a delicious dinner paired with beers, a great range of drinks provided by our sponsors, and the announce…
Representatives of the UK’s independent breweries have today (19 August 2026) called for the implementation of a major recycling scheme to be delayed for at least a year after a shocking lack of detai…
Which US whiskey websites actually reach the most drinkers? Our 2026 traffic data reveals a field far more concentrated than the industry assumes. Read the full article at The Most Visited US Whiskey…
A brewery that toasted its 10th anniversary last autumn, Thames Side Brewery in Staines-upon-Thames is a local institution. But long before starting the celebrated business, brewery founder Andrew Hay…
New beer launches and collaborations, in store, on bars, and online, from brewers around the UK. Crafty Devil have collaborated with retailer Craft Republic on The Devil’s Republic, a 6.5% ABV hazy IP…
What happens when an 8-year-old barrel-proof bourbon is finished in toasted Texas-grown white oak? Koopers' limited 360-bottle release aims to find out. Read the full article at Koopers Whiskey Launch…
The Islay-based Bowmore Distillery has announced the launch of a new limited-edition single malt collection, in collaboration with internationally acclaimed design studio Snarkitecture. The Bowmore 20…
Beers from Russian River Brewing Company, Alaskan Brewing Co, Goose Island and Allagash have been announced as beverages among those to be inducted into The American Craft Beer Hall of Fame. The Ameri…
New headline sponsor at the Vineyard & Winery Show for 2026, Itasca Group accelerates business fuelled by £12.8m of existing investment, strengthening leadership and expanding the English wine compani…
Sonja Mitchell is the founder and MD of Jump Ship Brewing, Scotland’s only dedicated alcohol-free brewery. Sonja moved to Scotland in 2009 and fell in love with the food and craft beer scene. Unable t…
Can a whisky inspired by the Highland midge deliver bite, balance and charm? Ardnamurchan’s 2025 Batch 2 reveals all. Read the full article at Ardnamurchan The Midgie Batch 2 2025 Release Review
Could one of Scotch whisky's most overlooked independent series hide single casks from legendary closed distilleries? Meet the First Cask Malt Whisky Series. Read the full article at First Cask: A For…
There’s a line in John Steinbeck’s “East of Eden” that seems to sum up our collective attitude toward the state of California winemaking today: ”It never failed that during the dry years the people fo…
Can an Italian vodka become a defining premium brand in America? Altamura Distilleries just appointed a 20-year industry veteran to make it happen. Read the full article at Altamura Distilleries Names…
UK’s independent breweries have said that the implementation of a major recycling scheme should be to be delayed owing to a “shocking lack of details” surrounding the initiative. The Deposit Return Sc…
And how a Led Zeppelin song helped her wine journey...
The Kentucky based Bardstown Bourbon Co has announced the launch of two new limited-edition expressions, which are said to explore whiskey innovation in entirely different ways. Bardstown Bourbon Co L…
Think Scotch is just single malts and blends? There are actually five legal categories, plus one that isn't. Here's what sets each apart—and a bottle to try. Read the full article at Every Scotch Whis…
Sauvignon Blanc has been here in the U.S. for a long time. From when viticulturist Charles Wetmore, founder of Cresta Blanca Winery, imported original grape cuttings from Bordeaux’s famed Château d’Yq…
Six takes on the brunch staple, from a nighttime version made with Scotch to a modern take with “celery air.”
Representatives of the UK’s independent breweries have called for the implementation of a major recycling scheme to be delayed for at least a year. An illustration used to promote the deposit return s…
A fistful of great-tasting Burgundies...
Can a rye whiskey taste like crème brûlée? Branch & Barrel's first-ever Straight Rye brings bourbon sensibilities to a corn-forward Colorado recipe. Here's the story. Read the full article at Branch &…
Government plans that offer pubs more protection have been backed by CAMRA. The updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is expected to contain more protections for pubs at threat of closure…
