The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
More than 25 years after beginning her brewing career at Fuller’s, St Austell Brewery brewing director Georgina Young has reunited with the company to create a special limited edition beer for its pub…
Who wants to drink a bland mass-market American beer while cheering on our World Cup teams when there are so many great independent UK brewers? Indie Beer campaigner Neil Walker To this end, the Indie…
Which Kavalan bottle is its most awarded ever—and why? The distillery’s 1,000-medal milestone reveals the surprising champion: Solist ex-Bourbon Cask. Read the full article at Kavalan Whisky Hits 1,00…
Think blended Scotch can’t impress? Which six award-winning blends and blended malts prove the skeptics wrong—without breaking the bank? Read the full article at The Best Value Blended Scotch Whiskies…
You’ve seen them at music festivals, liquor stores, and in your friend’s fridge. Now you’re curious. THC drinks, including seltzers, spirit alternatives, and shots, have spread across mainstream retai…
Only three Indian whiskies medalled at SFWSC 2026—so what should you buy instead? Meet three bold, easier-to-find Indian single malts. Read the full article at Only 3 Indian Whiskies Won At SFWSC 2026…
Can a double-oaked finish elevate Green River’s classic fruit-forward bourbon? Meet the 8-year Toasted Double Oak—its oldest release yet. Read the full article at Green River Launches Its Oldest Bourb…
Elixir Distillers has announced that it is entering an exciting new chapter in the history of the Speyside based Tormore Distillery, which it acquired from Pernod Ricard in 2022, with the launch of it…
For the perfect warm-weather pour, serve this crisp blend of Pinot Gris, Gewurtztraminer, Riesling, and Pinot Blanc. The post Drink of the Week: Bouchaine Alsatian Blend 2025 appeared first on Imbibe…
Which SFWSC 2026 Double Gold bourbon deserves your next pour—wheated, sherry-finished, or Cognac-cask? These standout bottles have answers. Read the full article at The Most Exciting Bourbons From The…
Can a smoky Campbeltown malt also deliver lush ruby-port red fruit? This Glen Scotia Festival 2026 review reveals the maritime peat and jammy sweetness. Read the full article at Glen Scotia 7 Year Old…
The offer covers BrewDog Headliner beers at its Ellon, Castlegate, Merchant City, Lothian Rd, and DogHouse Edinburgh bars
Can Indian single malts truly rival the world's best whiskies? These award-winning distilleries are proving they can — and redefining the category entirely. Read the full article at Beyond Scotch: Ind…
Pernod Ricard-owned Absolut is the Official Vodka Partner of pop icon Madonna’s new album, Confessions II The post Absolut named vodka partner of Madonna’s new album appeared first on The Spirits Busi…
How did a tribute rye honoring 19 fallen soldiers earn a rare Double Gold at SFWSC 2026? Meet Hooten Young’s 7-year Operation Gothic Serpent. Read the full article at Hooten Young Rye Wins Double Gold…
Which Canadian whiskies impressed IWSC judges in 2026—and what do the medal scores really mean? Here’s the full list and the judging method. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Canadian Whisk…
The first ongoing releases from the Speyside distillery since its acquisition by Elixir Distillers in 2022 showcase a fruit-forward character The post Tormore Distillery makes its comeback with single…
Which Irish whiskeys topped IWSC 2026—and how are they judged? Explore the blind-tasted, scientifically tested rankings by score and medal. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Irish Whiskey F…
Eden Mill Distillery has launched a golf simulator challenge that gives players the chance to win a whisky cask worth £5,000 (US$6,670) The post Could you sink a hole in one to win cask of whisky? app…
Texas-based Bourbon producer Garrison Brothers has posted double-digit national sales growth for its first quarter of 2026, with the biggest gains witnessed in its home state The post Garrison Brother…
Bacardi-owned Patrón has opened a Tequila lounge inside London’s 77 nightclub, complete with a miniature bottle dispensing vending machine The post Vending machine offers mini bottles of Patrón appear…
Scotch prices have jumped nearly 200%, so how do you find drams that still punch above their weight? Here are five value picks you need on your shelf. Read the full article at 5 Scotch Whiskies That P…
Kentucky bourbon is steeped in American history, and many producers tend to stick to tradition by mimicking classic mash bills and tried-and-true aging methods. At Rabbit Hole Distillery, however, fou…
Which Indian single malts topped IWSC 2026—and why? See the ranked winners by score and medal, and how the IWSC judges them blind. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Indian Whisky From The I…
Welsh gin brand Cygnet has launched its Trophy Lounge at Sartoria Savile Row in London as part of a three-year partnership with the LTA The post Cygnet Gin opens Trophy Lounge in London appeared first…
This week’s gatherings ranged from the unveiling of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2018 in Bilbao and a major appointment at Bollinger to the launch of the Old Vine Conference’s inaugural photography competitio…
The vegan alternate to egg white-based cocktails partners with Nimbility to expand across the Asia-Pacific region. Rebecca Lo reports. The post Vegg White foams at the bit as it launches in new territ…
What does it take to win IWSC 2026? Explore the forensic judging behind America’s top bourbons, ryes, and single malts—ranked by score. Read the full article at Every Award-Winning Bourbon & American…
