The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Porter is a dark beer, right? Pretty much black. Well, that was not always the case, as the late Martyn Cornell explains in his 2025 book Porter & Stout. He describes 18th century London porter as “mi…
Is Berry Bros Sherry Cask 12 the sherried Scotch the NAS blended version wasn’t—rich fruitcake, spice and oak, or just a drying Oloroso dram? Read the full article at Berry Bros & Rudd 12 Year Old Spe…
Tired of chasing overpriced Blanton’s? Here are 7 easy-to-find bourbons that deliver the single-barrel magic, great flavor, and gift-worthy vibes—minus the markup. Read the full article at 7 Bourbons…
Can a sherry-cask, peated English single malt outshine Lagavulin 16 for value? This award-winning bottling makes a compelling case. Read the full article at Why The English Distillery’s Gently Smoked…
Everflyht Wine Estate has secured one of the highest accolades in global wine, with its Everflyht Cuvée Edition 3 NV crowned English Sparkling NV Trophy Winner at the International Wine Challenge 2026…
England take on Panama in their final group match of the World Cup this evening, and hospitality operators are hoping for another good evening in the face of rising costs. “”Even with the slightly lat…
Every Saturday we round up the best writing about beer from the past week. This time, we’ve got fruit lager, TV ads and AK. We don’t often put product launches in this top slot which we reserve for ne…
Research commissioned by Tayto – the producer of pork scratching brands Midland Snacks and Mr. Porky – has provided an answer
Croxsons, a 150-year-old packaging partner supplying glass bottles and jars to the food and drink sector, has worked in collaboration with glass manufacturer Encirc to oversee the first production run…
What happens when a Rocky Mountain distillery buys back its independence from a Scottish whisky giant? Wyoming Whiskey just returned to full home-state ownership. Read the full article at Wyoming Whis…
The original Yellow Submarine release is one of the most distinctive whiskies of the Islay distillery's modern era
Why does bourbon feel more welcoming than Scotch? This piece explores what Scotch can borrow—transparency, better tours, cocktails, and less snobbery. Read the full article at 5 Things The Scotch Indu…
What happens when Four Roses applies its craftsmanship to rare Japanese Mizunara oak? The brand's new Experimental Series reveals dimensions of flavor fans have never tasted. Read the full article at…
Inspired by the group’s 1982 hit, Golden Brown was distilled at Speyside’s Craigellachie Distillery and matured for 14 years in sherry casks
Tickets have gone on sale for Hop City 2027, and organiser Northern Monk has announced the first 10 drinks producers. And what a list it is! Taking place in May, this will be the 10th anniversary even…
A diverse selection of spirits make up the world's largest brands – but which were the top million-case sellers last year? The post Top 10 biggest-selling Brand Champions 2026 appeared first on The Sp…
Former Diageo and Mast-Jägermeister executive Ryan Wilson has been promoted to the CEO position at Ghost Tequila The post Ghost Tequila names Ryan Wilson CEO appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Kentucky craft beer maker Country Boy Brewing will move into spirits with the opening of a distillery in Sadieville this autumn The post Country Boy Brewing to open Kentucky distillery appeared first…
Whether you love Margaritas or Martinis, it’s time to broaden your horizons with our alternative suggestions to your favourite cocktails The post Booze banter: if you like this, you should try this ap…
Can a young Ardnamurchan taste this lush and balanced? This Madeira Cask review breaks down the fruit-forward sweetness and late coffee-smoke finish. Read the full article at The Ardnamurchan Madeira…
The ethos at schmuck. is to expect the unexpected. In few ways does the bar, situated in New York City’s East Village, resemble the craft cocktail establishment of yore. Upon entry, French rap beats f…
With producers, retailers, importers and hospitality all under pressure, the industry needs government to make life as easy as possible. Chris Losh canvassed opinion across the trade to find out what…
Family-owned distiller Hayman's has launched a duty free exclusive edition to celebrate London Heathrow Airport's 80th anniversary The post Hayman’s creates special edition for Heathrow appeared first…
Exports of UK spirits to the US plunged by 60% in the first quarter of 2026, but US exports to the UK soared The post UK spirits exports to US sink 60% in Q1 appeared first on The Spirits Business.
From wine tastings and Champagne launches to charity celebrations, Provence rosé, Peruvian flavours and football watch parties, this week's pictures capture how the drinks sector has been soaking up t…
China's alcoholic drinks market is transforming, with younger consumers, home drinking and on-demand delivery replacing business banquets and corporate entertainment as the key drivers of sales, accor…
