The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
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Bacardi-owned Tequila Cazadores has introduced its first infused expression, adding a tropical pineapple twist to its portfolio The post Cazadores launches pineapple-infused Tequila appeared first on…
After last year's 'splitting the G' drinking trend went viral comes a new pub skill linked to Birra Moretti. What does 'setting the table' mean in the context of drinking a pint, and who is doing it?…
New legislation in the US will provide tax relief for smaller distillers who use domestic agricultural ingredients in production The post Spirit Act gives tax relief to US craft distillers appeared fi…
What makes a bourbon worthy of America's 250th birthday? Brush Creek Distillery's 2026 'Heroes Edition' triples its annual release to honor everyday heroes. Read the full article at Brush Creek Heroes…
Ready-to-drink brand The Finnish Long Drink has debuted a new flavour, raspberry, as well as a zero-sugar variant The post Finnish Long Drink explores raspberry appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Bonhams celebrates ‘exceptional’ results for Ornellaia Vendemmia d’Artista charity auction, which outperformed pre-sale estimates, showing continued demand for one-off pieces. The post Bonhams charity…
How did a bespoke whisky company that started in the back of a plant shop become Scotland's Overall StartUp of the Year 2026? The answer lies in rapid growth. Read the full article at Tailored Spirits…
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The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has welcomed Steve Finlan, who is the CEO of member-owned and non-profit retailer The Wine Society, to its executive board. The post The Wine Society CEO j…
A crash in the market for Cognac due to multiple causes is forcing producers to regroup and take a different approach for short-term survival The post Cognac regroups to recover from category crash ap…
With 140 entries from seven countries, which whiskies earned the coveted Double Gold? Only 13 scored 95+ points—see the complete winners list inside. Read the full article at Every Winner From The Glo…
Using the current sporting calendar and a host of city-based drinking hotspots as a hook, the team at non-alcoholic drinks company Dionilife has shown how to boost interest in the category. db finds o…
Alma Luna in Shanghai, from the co-founder of Union Trading Company, will be inspired by the romance and spirit of Old Havana in Cuba The post Yao Lu to open new cocktail bar in Shanghai appeared firs…
Groovy Grüner Veltliner once seemed too weird to succeed, but it is finally becoming the toast of the town in vineyards and on tables across the world after years of obscurity. What gives? Kathleen Wi…
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One of Edinburgh’s leading craft breweries has been announced as the official partner for Scotland’s largest sport and music festival at the city’s Peffermill Playing Fields from 10 to 12 July 2026. C…
Castle Eden Brewery and The Old Brewery Business Centre in the town came together to celebrate 200 years of brewing heritage at the historic Old Brewery site. The anniversary event brought together lo…
A brewery’s output is only as good as the weakest link in its transfer system. Selecting the right hose is not a minor procurement detail, it is an essential strategy for strict quality assurance and…
We are delighted to announce that the 35th Ealing Beer Festival will return to Walpole Park, Mattock Lane, Ealing, from 8–11 July. We are pleased to invite members of the Guild of Beer Writers to join…
Nominations are now open for CAMRA’s new Heritage Pub Revival Award CAMRA has launched a new award to recognise the achievements of a group who have revitalised a historic heritage pub. From grand Vic…
Greene King is shaking up the fast-growing fruit lager category with the launch of Pilfer, a refreshingly 4% ABV crisp lager infused with juicy peach and rooted in a mischievous local legend. Crafted…
World's first lightly sparkling date-based alcoholic beverage secures four major accolades and launches 30 litre kegs alongside 330 ml bottles for pub and bar dispense. LONDON, UK — The UK's craft bev…
Left Handed Giant are celebrating their 11th anniversary with three new collaborations, created with Two Flints, Factory, and Track breweries. The brews are also a collab with a producer at the heart…
Did you know George Washington once ran America's largest whiskey distillery? Discover the historic first-ever bourbon honoring his legacy—just 300 bottles exist. Read the full article at George Washi…
Vibrant Forest Brewery is to hit the road this summer, serving its beers at some of the best food and drink festivals and sporting events across the UK. For the first time, the New Forest Brewery will…
Belgium’s beer culture is world-renowned. In fact, Belgian Beer Culture was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016, recognizing the country’s…
The cocktails and drink styles—both classic and modern—that have driven cocktail trends over the past two decades. The post Cocktails That Have Flexed Their Influence Over the Past 20 Years appeared f…
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Why can't bourbon be the drink of celebration, the way champagne owns the toast? Unbridled aims to change that—but does this bold bourbon truly deliver a moment worth celebrating? Read the full articl…
