The latest from the UK craft drinks trade press
The summer offensive begins...
If you’re into soccer, you might consider watching the world’s greatest teams play live in a nearby stadium sometime in the next month and a half. Or you could just watch the matches at a craft brewer…
English wine has moved from a niche market to one of the most dynamic cool climate categories in Europe. Producers are gaining international attention for sparkling wines, as well as increasingly stro…
Wine comes in two groups for the average consumer. The first group contains the bottles reserved for special moments or fancy occasions. These are usually higher in price and stature, elegant in prese…
Bacardi-owned D'Ussé has rolled out a campaign to mark co-founder Jay-Z's upcoming US shows and 30-year anniversary of his debut album The post D’Ussé campaign celebrates Jay-Z’s career appeared first…
Ready-to-drink brand Whitebox has partnered with Islay whisky distillery Bruichladdich to create a four-strong canned cocktail range The post Bruichladdich creates RTDs with Whitebox appeared first on…
A bottle of whisky believed to have been distilled almost 200 years ago is set to return to the market for the first time since 2023 The post World’s ‘oldest’ bottle of Scotch returns to auction appea…
Republic National Distributing Company is planning to lay off more than 400 workers in Washington and Oregon The post RNDC to axe 463 jobs appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs a woman can undertake, but that role becomes harder when she already has a business to care for The post Mother’s ruin: is the drinks industry leaving working…
To say mezcal is a complex spirit is a bit of an understatement. While to understand tequila is to know strictly about Blue Weber agave, mezcal uses dozens of different types of agave varieties, most…
A London wholesaler was snared by tax authority HMRC after buying more than 9,700 cases of wine "off the books", sparking a legal debate over whether a "deliberate" omission is the same as a "dishones…
Australian wine group Endeavour has announced a strategic overhaul of its Pinnacle Drinks business, with non-core wineries and agricultural assets hitting the chopping block as it looks to slash costs…
Uncle Nearest will remain under the control of a receiver after a judge rejected co-founder Fawn Weaver’s appeal The post Court says Uncle Nearest was ‘haemorrhaging money’ appeared first on The Spiri…
The MDCV-owned brand says it delivered the largest year-on-year value growth in the Provençal rosé category at +47%, according to NIQ Nielsen data. The post Ultimate Provence ramps up UK push appeared…
This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. It’s brought to you by the same amazing people that brought you Michter’s, and it’s actually the gin that I use at home for my Martinis.…
Brand incubator Lily Pond Group has partnered with Four Walls Whiskey, co-founded by three actors from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia The post Jesse Bongiovi backs Four Walls Whiskey appeared first…
The US wine industry is grappling with falling sales, shifting consumer habits and intensifying competition from alternative drinks categories. But while traditional consumption patterns continue to w…
French vineyard values fell for a second consecutive year in 2025, according to new figures from Safer, with Bordeaux suffering some of the steepest losses as structural pressures continue to weigh on…
Cruzcampo is giving away thousands of free pints after research commissioned by the lager brand found the average Brit has not done anything spontaneous in 80 days. The post Cruzcampo tackles Britain’…
Fifty years ago, the Judgement of Paris played a major role in solidifying the prestige of Cabernet Sauvignon made in the United States. Soon after, a number of factors led American winemakers and con…
Nicholson Gin has introduced a signature Spritz serve for summer at 78 namesake pubs across the UK The post Gin and wine combine for Nicholson Pink Rosé Spritz appeared first on The Spirits Business.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has banned cabin crew from drinking alcohol before return trips, after a staff member tested positive for alcohol and delayed take-off by 40 minutes. The post Japan Airlines fligh…
Love gin? It’s time to explore botanical vodkas. Beth Whymark delves into this flavourful new category and recommends 10 bottles to seek out.
Siren’s Tap Yard in Finchampstead will soon be the permanent home of Fornoza, serving pizzas to customers from 16 June. db learns how the new partnership will make the venue a must-visit destination.…
Cornish producer Tarquin's Gin has released a chilli and mango-flavoured 2026 summer edition, voted for by more than 4,500 fans The post Tarquin’s Chilli Mango Gin taps into ‘swicy’ trend appeared fir…
The question over whether pre-flight drinks may be facing last orders has been recirculating as restrictions become discussed more readily by airlines facing disruptions. But the airport ritual doesn’…
Spiced coffee spirit Mekong Dangerous is about to hit the streets of Belgium and Hong Kong, with Japan to follow later this year The post Mekong Dangerous expands global presence appeared first on The…
Vinexposium's CEO has hinted that the trade fair's rotating Hong Kong and Singapore model is coming to an end with a new permanent venue to be announced for 2027 and beyond, in response to "a demand f…
More than 60 bike riders from across the pub and hospitality sector are gearing up for a 270km cycling challenge to raise funds for industry charities. Participants in last year’s Pedalling to Pubs Ch…
This 4-part training series focuses on onboarding and skills training for taproom front-of-house service staff. This resource is FREE for all BA Members. The post New Online Course for Taproom Front-o…
