The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Reaching into an ice-filled beer cooler never fails to evoke that peak summertime feeling. The drastic, almost startling temperature change when your hand touches the icy surface. The audible splooshi…
The Eagle Bar at The Chancery Rosewood hotel has revealed a new dual space with views of Hyde Park and Grosvenor Square The post London’s Eagle Bar opens terrace appeared first on The Spirits Business…
To mark National Martini Day on 19 June, Tito's Vodka is offering 142 complimentary Espresso Martinis at venues across London. The post Tito’s Vodka to give away free Espresso Martinis appeared first…
Could a historic US-India trade deal turn the world's largest whiskey market into American whiskey's biggest long-term opportunity? The AWA thinks so. Read the full article at American Whiskey Eyes In…
Digital distribution platform Tipple has introduced a new feature that allows companies to sell directly to trade in six EU member states The post Tipple offers brands ‘smarter’ routes to market appea…
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…
Château d'Esclans founder Sacha Lichine is set to launch a new four-day wine and gastronomy festival in the Swiss Alps, bringing together leading chefs, winemakers and hospitality figures. The post Sa…
Patrick Piana, the managing director of Europe at Campari Group, has been announced as trade body Spirits Europe’s next president The post Spirits Europe names its next president appeared first on The…
Carneros producer Bouchaine has hired David Eriksen to bring his "adventurous spirit" to the winery's direct-to-consumer role as it forges ahead with its "ambitious" renovations. The post Napa Valley’…
Chinese authorities have dismantled several criminal networks involved in the production and sale of counterfeit spirits marketed as exclusive government and military products. The nationwide crackdow…
A new government’s ‘Community Right to Buy Fund’ has been described as a potentially “game-changing lifeline” for community groups that want to save their local. CAMRA said the £61 million fund means…
Which Indian single malt will make Dad’s day? Discover five characterful bottles that bring craftsmanship, flavour and stories to Father’s Day. Read the full article at Father’s Day 2026: Five Indian…
This episode of Wine 101 is brought to you by Meiomi. Springtime moments deserve to be more than ordinary, from those first few patio dinners to picnics in the park. Paired with Meiomi’s signature vel…
Lune Brew Co has announced plans to bring a large-scale Bavarian beer festival to Lancaster University this October. Organisers are expecting more than 1,200 attendees across a weekend of giant steins…
Campari Group’s Trois Rivières brand from Martinique has unveiled new packaging for its aged rum portfolio The post Trois Rivières reimagines aged rum range appeared first on The Spirits Business.
The 2026 WineGB Awards have highlighted the increasing diversity and ambition of English and Welsh wine, with judges praising both quality and innovation across a broad range of styles. Held over four…
At London Wine Fair, IGP Méditerranée demonstrated its commercial appeal, with producers and masterclasses winning the UK trade round to the 'Med Way of Life'. The post Summer brings trend-setting IGP…
Football fans from Scotland and England are generating a significant sales boost for bars across the United States during the opening week of the FIFA World Cup, with some venues reporting unprecedent…
What does it take to build a whiskey brand after a stroke nearly ended your career? Jason Wooler's family-led comeback proves it's never too late for the good life. Read the full article at Wooler Bra…
Beer’s role in communities, sustainable practices and brewing’s contribution to the economy across Europe were all on the agenda during The Brewers of Europe’s 2026 general assembly. The meeting in Li…
The Gleneagles Hotel has partnered with Dom Pérignon to launch a new private dining and tasting concept centred on Champagne pairings, Scottish produce and rare vintages. The post Gleneagles and Dom P…
The deadline to submit content for this month's mailout is Tuesday 23rd June 2026. Each month, the Guild distributes a newsletter to members, industry partner representatives and the public which cont…
London's ALTA will transform its ground floor into a more casual pintxos-style bar next week, placing greater emphasis on wines by the glass, vermouth and sherry. The post ALTA launches Basque-inspire…
CAMRA calls on MPs and ministers to back new law to stop heritage pubs being lost forever The consumer group CAMRA, which represents over 145,000 beer lovers and pubgoers, is throwing its weight behin…
A much-loved Victorian pub in one of Faversham's most prominent locations is searching for a new tenant to lead its next chapter following an extensive refurbishment. Shepherd Neame's The Railway Hote…
Scotland's next World Cup clash is set to deliver a major boost to pubs across the country, with an estimated 520,000 extra pints expected to be sold for Friday night's match against Morocco - worth a…
Greene King, the country's leading pub company and brewer, has reported that England's opening game against Croatia tonight (Wednesday, 17 June) is the top performing fixture of the tournament to date…
Three more candidates have passed the Guild of Beer Sommeliers exam and earned accreditation. Chief examiner Alex Barlow presents certificates to (left to right) Eloise Nicholson-Phillips, Naomi McFad…
Three further candidates have passed the Guild of Beer Sommeliers exam and earned Beer Sommelier accreditation. This brings the number of newly qualified sommeliers to 14 since the programme was relau…
