The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
Tequila has been enjoying somewhat of a heyday in the U.S. of late. In addition to the long-established legacy brands, the tequila category is rife with young companies leveraging celebrities and infl…
From royal visits in Portugal and global photography awards in London to anniversary tastings and international entrepreneurship honours, this week brought together wine, culture and celebration acros…
New York-based Helmsman Imports will support Dutch independent whisky bottler Bottle Dreams' debut in the US The post Helmsman Imports brings Bottle Dreams to US appeared first on The Spirits Business…
Cono Sur’s recent London masterclass was headlined by its its cool-climate icon wine Ocio, but also showed off terroir expertise across the range. The post Cono Sur shows off terroir-led range appeare…
Discussions around the role of New Zealand grains being used to support the domestic food and drink sector, including breweries, are ramping up this week. The post New Zealand grain growers to build u…
Bordeaux may have its critics, but the carping can disguise this classic region's many unique qualities – among both red and white wines, says Patrick Schmitt MW. The post All the medallists from the…
The largest alcohol distributor in the US will drop ‘wine & spirits’ from its name to reflect its operations in other categories The post Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits to change name appeared first…
Since the 1970s, the rolling hills of vineyards — particularly those on the West Coast — have been hotspots for wine tourism. Now, wine country outings remain popular, but they’re beginning to look a…
Researchers have said they plan to brew beer from the yeast strains collected from the corpse of Ötzi, the man whose body was preserved in the frozen Alps of northern Italy during the Copper Age. The…
Newly-sacked and freshly notorious, former wine buyer Felix Hart is finding that his very public arrest has done wonders for his marketability. In this second extract from Peter Stafford-Bow's comic n…
The UK wine importer has been quietly developing its gifting arm. Sarah Neish discovers how "tea and biscuits" is a lucrative side hustle and why Fells is one of the biggest buyers of Absolut vodka mi…
Oaxacan mezcal brand Bruxo has appointed distributor Republic Drinks to lead its new growth phase in the UK market The post Bruxo Mezcal names new UK distributor appeared first on The Spirits Business…
Brown-Forman exceeded sales expectations in its fourth quarter, but the Jack Daniel's owner has warned that challenging market conditions will keep revenue growth subdued in the year ahead. The spirit…
Mangrove Global will now distribute non-alcoholic ‘spirit’ Botivo in the UK on-trade, joining Almave in its alcohol-free portfolio The post Botivo joins Mangrove’s portfolio appeared first on The Spir…
Sir Edward’s has retained its leading position in France while inviting enthusiasts worldwide to raise a glass for every occasion The post Scotland in a glass: Sir Edward’s appeared first on The Spiri…
Following rule changes that allow 9% ABV wines to be produced from around the shores of Italy's largest lake, Garda DOC is well placed to sell in the UK. db considers why. The post Why Garda DOC wines…
The Manhattan sibling of the Shoreditch cocktail bar has unveiled 10 new signature serves, including a drink inspired by its East London roots. The post What’s on the new menu at Seed Library NYC? app…
Chef and restaurateur Tom Kerridge is urging the hospitality sector to unite behind a campaign to reduce VAT to 10%, with more than 100,000 people signing a petition in its first three days. The post…
A US Supreme Court has ruled many of president Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal, and now refunds are owed. But where does this leave consumers? The post Chaos revisited: US tariff refunds get compli…
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This month's round-up of spirits trends features new English Heritage gins and a modern riff on the classic Martini...
Allsopp’s, the revived Burton-upon-Trent brewer once synonymous with the rise of India Pale Ale, has entered the stout category with the launch of a nitro stout aimed at reasserting an English presenc…
An entrepreneur’s lockdown commitment to focus on her health is the catalyst behind the launch of Björt, one of the world’s lowest carbohydrate beers – born in Iceland and brewed in England. Brought t…
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Generations are more or less made up. They’re a social construct, much like “time” and “the rule of law.” That doesn’t mean cultural norms aren’t shifting, and it certainly hasn’t stopped the beverage…
Elusive Brewing welcomed the local community, beer enthusiasts, and civic leaders to their packed onsite taproom last weekend to mark a decade of brewing and fundraising. A special award is presented…
Vault City Brewery has launched a limited-edition caffeinated sour beer to help Scottish fans stay energised during late-night World Cup 2026 fixtures. Fans keen to catch Scotland’s games against Hait…
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Can a Canadian whisky deliver big bourbon-like oak without over-extraction? Found North Batch 012 answers with a 22-year, cask-strength stunner. Read the full article at Found North Batch 012 Cask Str…
What happens when a seventh-generation Indiana farm family ages estate-grown bourbon for a full decade? Starlight Distillery's 2,000-bottle answer arrives June 20. Read the full article at Starlight D…
