The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
UK-based Tequila brand Hacien is launching a crowdfunding campaign to strengthen its position in the global market The post Hacien Tequila seeks investment appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Diageo-owned The Singleton has debuted a new packaging design across its core range of single malts The post The Singleton gets packaging revamp appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Which 12-year-old Scotch tops the list when you rule out anything below 46% ABV and weigh quality against price? The answer might surprise you. Read the full article at My Top 10 12-Year-Old Scotch Wh…
In a ready-to-drink (RTD) market teeming with options, few premixed cocktails have won over younger consumers like BuzzBallz. Found in bright bulbs across convenience, grocery, and liquor stores, Buzz…
Driven by the vision and commitment of the Fayard family, Château Sainte Marguerite has become a stand-out producer of quality Provence wines. The post Exploring the ‘living heritage’ of Château Saint…
More than 3,000 bottles of premium fizz have been nicked from Banfi winery in Piedmont in what the producer has described as a carefully calculated operation. The post 3,000 bottles of Alta Langa stol…
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) recently led a trade tour involving 18 US distilleries to East Asia, in a bid to champion American spirits in the region. The post US spirit…
WineGB appoints new Chair to lead the next phase of industry growth. WineGB has announced the appointment of Charlie Holland as its new Chair, following the completion of Nick Wenman’s interim term. T…
Spanish brandy Torres has launched a line of limited edition bottles inspired by the flags of 10 countries and football fandom The post Torres Brandy unveils football-inspired bottles appeared first o…
Jim Reader, the former head of Cockburn’s Port who was a widely respected member of the port industry in his adopted Portugal, died at home in Oporto at the age of 75. The post Tributes paid to Port i…
The Spirits Business spoke to Zacal co-founder Phil Clayton about the UK-based mezcal brand’s ready-to-drink Margarita The post Zacal Mezcal launches Zacalita RTD cocktail appeared first on The Spirit…
As the US celebrates its independence, it's the perfect time to indulge in spirits made in America, from whiskeys to vodkas The post Five American spirits for Fourth of July appeared first on The Spir…
There's an emerging category of sub 9% abv wines in the UK, dubbed 'mid-strength' by the trade, and it's got celebrity backing – but are consumers actually buying the wines based on their alcohol leve…
Space The post Fresh Beers Inbound! appeared first on Red Elephant Beer Cellar.
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has been named ‘Supreme Champion Family Business of the Year’ at the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026. After scooping awards for London and Sou…
For the garden bar this summer...
Having spent years promoting premiumisation, the global spirits industry now finds itself pushing more affordable options The post Price sensitive: is depremiumisation the future? appeared first on Th…
No more playing around...
We'd love to have you join us at the media launch event on Monday 13th July from 6pm - 8pm to experience the pairings for yourself. Lianne will be there to guide you through each pairing and explain f…
The iconic Woodforde’s Wherry – Norfolk’s most beloved ale – has been named the 41st best beer in the UK by a major beer festival organiser. We are Beer, the name behind the popular London Craft Beer…
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has been named Supreme Champion Family Business of the Year at the National Family Business of the Year Awards 2026. After scooping awards for London and South…
England may have left it late on the pitch, but fans wasted no time getting to the bar as the Three Lions’ dramatic win over DR Congo sent pub sales soaring across HEINEKEN UK’s managed operator pubs…
Please find the British Beer and Pub Association's response to concerns raised by publicans ahead of the 1am kick-off between Mexico and England. Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Associ…
Results, finance, appointments, capital schemes, and more. News in brief from brewers, venue owners, and other hospitality businesses. Pubs have been given the green light to stay open until 5am on Mo…
