The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
A "handle" of whiskey packs 1.75 liters into a single bottle—but does anyone really need that much? Here's when it makes sense, and when it doesn't. Read the full article at What Is A Handle Of Whisky…
The new Unreined Whiskey visitor centre in College Station, Texas, features a ‘speakeasy-style’ lounge and a working rickhouse The post Unreined Whiskey unveils Texas visitor centre appeared first on…
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Martinis and Negronis are great, don’t get us wrong. But some occasions, like a chill night in or day drinking in the park, simply call for more sessionable cocktails. Luckily, when the time comes to…
Jeremy Clarkson’s beer and beef pies are hitting pub menus this month. db finds out more about what they contain and where you can try them. The post Jeremy Clarkson launches beer and beef pies appear…
Washington winery Quilceda Creek, which has long owned a stake in the historic Champoux Vineyard, has now acquired the Horse Heaven Hills AVA site in full, saying it is a vineyard that "will go down i…
Ever heard of Korean wine? No? Well, that's exactly what Ted Ko is trying to change. Under the Koyberpunk brand (a blend of terms "Korea" and "cyberpunk"), he produces a three-bottle bouquet of cabern…
Former Diageo World Class Mexico champion Israel Barón has taken up the brand ambassador role for Don Julio in India The post Don Julio appoints India brand ambassador appeared first on The Spirits Bu…
Maison Ferrand has unveiled Extreme Series VI Legends of Rum, which pays tribute to the people who have shaped Planteray's journey The post Planteray pays tribute to six rum icons appeared first on Th…
Second generation Yunnan Red proprietor Wynn Wu 0pens up about the ways one of the country’s oldest wineries is adapting to China’s evolving tastes. Rebecca Lo reports. The post How Yunnan Red introdu…
The James B. Beam Distilling Co. has announced the launch of its Creator Campus, a new initiative inviting podcasters, musicians, filmmakers, digital creators and storytellers to apply for the opportu…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. It’s brought to you by the same amazing people that brought you Michter’s, and it’s actually the gin that I use at home for my Martinis.…
American Western brand Stetson has partnered with Lofted Spirits' master blender Dan Callaway to launch its first namesake Bourbon The post Stetson saddles up for Bourbon appeared first on The Spirits…
As traditional wine markets stagnate, producers continue to chase shrinking demand in Europe and North America. Benjamin Jack argues that the industry's greatest long-term opportunity lies in Africa –…
Burning Sky Brewery, based in the village of Firle at the base of the South Downs in East Sussex, was set up by Mark Tranter in 2013. Jessica Mason finds out more about the man behind the beers and ho…
Recently on the VinePair Podcast, Adam and Zach tackled the idea of tradition in wine. Give it a listen! I haven’t stopped thinking about it, and I thought I would riff a little on the matter, with so…
Crafty Brewing has launched an officially licensed English Heritage drinks range, featuring Castle Stone Session IPA, Solstice Sunset Craft Lager, and Abbey Orchard Craft Cider. Created under licence…
The latest entry in House of Hazelwood’s Legacy Collection is a 1992 vintage blend of Scotch malt whiskies inspired by the River Spey The post House of Hazelwood debuts 1992 vintage blended malt appea…
A world class chemist, Flora McKinney oversees the liquid development, innovation,quality, and production for DioniLife, the leading non-alcohol company founded by spiritsindustry innovators. In this…
Small format wines are nothing new. But thanks to an "innovative" approach and bold branding, Poco Vino is satisfying a market segment whose needs "have never been stronger", explains Emily Harper, ch…
Can an Indian single malt really stand alongside the world's finest whiskies? GianChand's Gold-medal sweep across eight global competitions makes a bold case. Read the full article at GianChand Indian…
India's food regulator has prohibited the sale of several brands, including United Spirits' Royal Challenge Whisky and McDowell’s No.1 Rum The post India bans Diageo brands over added flavourings appe…
What happens when a £5 bottle sparks a 44-year obsession? Meet the farmer whose 5,000-bottle whisky collection now fills his old pig sties—and carries a £750k price tag. Read the full article at The £…
Having studied microbiology at Reading University, Andy joined Courage, Barcley, Simmonds at their Reading Brewery in 1975. In 1980 he moved to a regional brewery in Horsham Sussex, King and Barnes, a…
the drinks business invites producers worldwide to submit their wines for The Global Sauvignon Blanc Masters 2026, a competition designed to recognise the very best expressions of this celebrated grap…
Mayfair's oldest surviving pub is set to begin an exciting new chapter as the Coach and Horses undergoes a major refurbishment designed to enhance the customer experience while preserving the characte…
The Metropolitan Pub Company is partnering with More Curricular CIC to host a series of events celebrating the 60th anniversary of Notting Hill Carnival, highlighting the role pubs can play in bringin…
Three premium drinks inspired by England's most iconic landmarks will help support the conservation of the nation's heritage. Crafty Brewing is proud to announce the launch of its officially licensed…
Bold, diverse, and with one or two surprises – our American whiskey tasting proved the category has never been more exciting The post The American Whiskey Masters 2026 medallists appeared first on The…
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