The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Christopher Beros, the California Wine Institute’s Director for Greater China and Southeast Asia, explains to Joyce Yip why Asia, specifically China, still has a soft spot for Californian vino. The po…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. Whether you are building a bar, you currently are operating a bar, or you just run a bar at home, you need to have a Martini on your men…
The Artisanal Spirits Company's revenue was flat in the first half of 2026, with growth from its brands offset by lower trade cask sales The post SMWS owner suffers cask sales lag appeared first on Th…
Australia's 2026 wine harvest has dropped to its lowest level in a quarter of a century as weak global demand and extreme weather continue to weigh on the industry. Despite a significantly smaller cro…
Creative collaborations are the lifeblood of Champagne marketing, enabling brands to find new audiences and enhance their lifestyle appeal. Lucy Shaw charts the best. The post How Champagne mastered t…
US brandy producer Copper & Kings has secured backing from Neace Ventures nearly a year after its sale by Constellation Brands The post Neace Ventures invests in Copper & Kings appeared first on The S…
Following the sale of Fielden in January, the English whisky brand's former CEO will take the helm at UK-based Distil The post Ex-Fielden boss Dave Smith joins Distil as CEO appeared first on The Spir…
Wanderlust Wine has been appointed exclusive UK importer for Sardinian producer MESA, with the distributor arguing that sommeliers are moving beyond Italy's established classics in search of more dist…
What happens when a 15-year-old Islay single malt meets White Port casks from Portugal's Douro Valley? Bunnahabhain's latest release reveals the answer. Read the full article at Bunnahabhain Launches…
The tower on the hill finally emerges as the future first growth it’s destined to be — but not without a bit of drama. Listen Online Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Follow Keith on Instagra…
Can a Hebridean single malt from an island of just 161 residents conquer London's most iconic venues? Isle of Raasay's new UK distribution deal aims to find out. Read the full article at Isle of Raasa…
Non-profit trade group the Kentucky Distillers' Association has welcomed WhistlePig Whiskey as its newest member The post WhistlePig joins Kentucky Distillers’ Association appeared first on The Spirit…
What happens when a master distiller finishes bourbon in both Ruby and Tawny Port casks? Yellowstone's 2026 Limited Edition captures a stunning contrast. Read the full article at Yellowstone Unveils L…
The Tax Free World Association (TFWA) has named former Brown-Forman senior executive Charlène Tourneaux as its new managing director. The post TFWA appoints Charlène Tourneaux as managing director app…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Sunday 26th July 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which conta…
Ryan Perry, AKA Crafty Beer Boy, has become the latest candidate to successfully complete the Guild of Beer Sommeliers exam and gain accreditation. Ryan Perry (left) with Alex Barlow, chief examiner f…
The Irish whiskey category is gaining depth and a lengthening ladder of price points at airport shops outside of Ireland The post Irish whiskey to outpace Scotch in travel retail appeared first on The…
Nearly 6000 miles separate Fukuoka in Japan and Leeds in the UK. But for Suguru Hayashi, it’s a journey he was willing to make to follow his dream of becoming a brewer. Part of the team at Northern Mo…
A campaign supporting the launch of SPI Group’s Stoli brand will roll out in Brighton’s pubs and bars next month to coincide with the city’s Pride celebrations. Jessica Mason finds out more. The post…
BrewDog is “not for sale” according to the company’s owner. Irwin Simon, the CEO of Tilray Brands, which acquired the business out of administration in March, was speaking to The Brewers Journal in Lo…
71 Brewing have revised their core range, bringing together the cans the brewer is most excited about right now, from clean, crisp classics, to hazy favourites, bold hops and bigger flavour. The new l…
Sweet and fortified wines impressed the judges at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards, with two of them receiving 98 points. From Port, Madeira and Sherry, to Santorini's Vinsanto and Hungarian Tokaji…
The time has come to nominate the most talented women in the beer industry! After a successful first edition, the Women in Beer® Awards are back and are now open to submissions. With more than 280 sub…
Please attribute all quotes to Rob Hobart, Marketing Director at Asahi UK, unless otherwise stated. We have seen a +22.6% increase in beer sales during week 4, w/e 27 June 2026 in the off-trade, and +…
What happens when you combine traditional and wheated bourbon in one Bottled-in-Bond release? Heaven Hill's "first-of-its-kind" Double Mash has the answer. Read the full article at Heaven Hill Unveils…
Facebook and Instagram flagging your brewery's page? Learn how to audit your website and social profiles, avoid common red flags, and what to do if you're marked 'Not Recommended.' The post A Digital…
The Brewers Association is seeking self-nominations for the 2026 Board of Directors election. The deadline to self-nominate is Monday, August 17 at 5:00 p.m. MDT. The post Run for the BA Board appeare…
Can a high gravity mash give Ardbeg's famous peat a sweeter, fruitier twist? We taste Smokiverse to see if this production experiment truly delivers in the glass. Read the full article at Ardbeg Dolce…
With judging well underway for our 2026 Brewers Choice Awards and with planning in full flow for the Brewers Congress we are taking a step back to revisit one of the highlights of last year’s event. I…
What happens when a Kentucky bourbon icon teams up with a long-exposure artist for airport-exclusive bottles? Maker's Mark reveals its collectible City Edition series. Read the full article at Maker’s…
