Stories, releases and updates direct from UK craft producers
Raise a Glass to Our Rivers: Shed One Distillery & South Cumbria Rivers Trust At Shed One Distillery, we’ve always believed that being a good local business means caring about the place we call home.…
Join us next Thursday, 20th August, for our Tap Room & Garden Open Day 12pm-8pm. Open from 12pm–8pm Pouring our latest seasonal ales in the Bramling Bar all day Light bites and tasty treats available…
If you're looking for one of the best whisky tours in Scotland (not that we’re biased 🤭), a visit to Tomatin Distillery should be high on your list. The post Tomatin Distillery Tours: Discover the Pe…
A very shiny new piece of kit is in action... and Heresy's had a glow up! The post Welcome, centrifuge! appeared first on Abbeydale Brewery.
Iconic Speyside distillery The GlenAllachie has unveiled the latest addition to its core range single malts – The GlenAllachie 21-year-old Cask Strength Batch 7 – a richly layered whisky which represe…
The results are in for the International Spirits Challenge! We are so pleased to announce that we have had an incredibly strong showing across the DropWorks range, with every product entered, being gi…
Choosing the wrong mixer doesn't just dilute your spirit; it actively sabotages the hours of craft that went into every bottle. We've all been there, standing in the supermarket aisle, wondering why s…
Words by Alannah Bayard, photos by Ignacio Muñoz By the time everyone arrives, my kitchen is already too warm and I’ve barely finished negotiating with my four year old to pay a visit to the land of n…
Ally ran a stall at Rotherfield and Marks Cross Bonfire Society Fete on Saturday 8th August. It was a hot sunny day and was well supported. Tastings of our delicious, […] The post A Great Day at Rothe…
A spectacular charity horse and carriage drive took place on Sunday 26 July in aid of Thames Valley Air Ambulance, bringing an impressive collection of heavy and light horse-drawn carriages through Ho…
Ever sipped a gin and thought, “This is lovely, but I wish it had a hint of smoky cardamom,” or imagined a rum with the warmth of Welsh honey and a whisper of Scottish heather? That spark of an idea,…
If your liquid is a masterpiece but your label is merely a whisper, are you truly crafting a brand or simply filling glass? With the UK alcoholic drinks market projected to grow significantly through…
2026 TASTE Supper Pop Up Evening The post TASTE Worcestershire Supper Night appeared first on Astley Vineyard.
We launched our Thor's Hammer bottles over the weekend, and what a time was had! The Jarl Squad travelled from Shetland for the County Show, briefly stopping in to plunder our Peedie Bottle Shop. Now,…
This September we wish farewell to Martyn as he steps away from his role of Director of Brewing and Brewing Operations and departs us for a slower pace of life. We caught up with him to reflect on his…
Written by Arundhati Saraswatula, Oxford Collections Intern One of the wonderful things about a historic house like Waddesdon Manor is that all its objects, though they come from many different places…
Written by Arundhati Saraswatula, Oxford Collections Intern The Rona was the yacht upon which Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild travelled across the world. She was a vessel of extraordinary decadence, use…
Lifting wires and thinning fruit: hot work but no need for water The really very hot June and July has been incredible for the growth in the vineyard, although we have to say a huge thank you to Diogo…
The post BEXLEY BREWERY 12th BRTHDAY appeared first on Bexley Brewery.
Table of Contents What Exactly Happens at a Spirit Blending Masterclass? The Alchemist’s Toolkit: Understanding Base Spirits and Botanicals The Fine Art of Balance: Avoiding Common Blending Blunders A…
There’s a shift happening in the UK’s spirit scene. A murmur of something bolder, more primal, is growing into a roar. Forget the fleeting trends of luminous gins or overly sweet liqueurs; the flavour…
What if the most sophisticated spirit in your cabinet isn't a vintage whisky or a complex gin, but a vodka born from the rugged heart of Wales? Finding the best Welsh vodka shouldn't feel like a gambl…
Make an impact for your social or corporate events when The post Private Bar Hire at Hensol Castle Distillery appeared first on Hensol Castle Distillery.
It’s that time of year again. Voting is now open for the Joule’s Taphouse Awards 2026. Once a year we ask our customers to get behind their favourite Joule’s Tap and tell us who they think deserves a…
A curated selection of exceptional farmhouse and artisan cheeses paired with amazing wines selected for their balance, contrast, and complementary flavours. Along... Read More... The post Wine and Che…
Come along and meet Eva the owner for a relaxed, informative presentation and tasting... Read More... The post New Zealand winemaker/owner tasting evening – Eva Pemper £25 appeared first on Great Grog…
6 courses of exquisite Italian food paired with wines from all over Italy... Read More... The post Italian Wine Dinner, £99 appeared first on Great Grog.
Join Kilchoman Ken for a guided tasting through Kilchoman’s range from the superb core Machir Bay through to the seminal 100% Islay... Read More... The post Kilchoman Distillery Fringe Whisky Tasting…
What if the "craft" bottle on your shelf is actually a corporate giant in a clever disguise? It is a frustration many of us share whilst staring at a back bar or a supermarket shelf, trying to deciphe…
Table of Contents The Art of the Vodka Cocktail: Why Quality is the Foundation Essential Components for the Perfect Home Serve Timeless Vodka Classics Reimagined Innovative Flavour Pairings for Modern…
