As consumers look to celebrate the father figure in their lives, the drinks industry is stepping up to stock home bars and create occasions.
As consumers look to celebrate the father figure in their lives, the drinks industry is stepping up to stock home bars and create occasions.
As from today the UK is now in lockdown, for the second time this year. This of course is devastating news specifically for the on-trade, and those that supply this sector, especially with Christmas looming. Last December was worth £2.89 billion to the on-trade, according to CGA data, and November wasn’t far behind with £2.29 billion. Many in the industry estimate the November and December…
Small independent breweries have reported a decline in beer sales of 82% since the outbreak of coronavirus, with many businesses struggling to survive, according to the latest research. The survey of 282 UK breweries, conducted by the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA), revealed eight out of ten brewers do not believe the government is doing enough to support them, with more than half (54%) unable…
Diageo has pledged a package of support for the drinks industry as it faces unprecedented challenges from the impact of the COVID-19 crisis. The package includes support for smaller retailers, whereby Diageo said it will provide flexibility on order size, to help these customers to manage their inventory in this fast-moving situation. This initiative will also be available to pubs and bars. It is also…
You can’t go down the alcohol aisle in a supermarket without noticing the influx of new no and low-alcohol alternatives. I’ve even picked one up thinking it was the alcoholic version and I’m sure I’m not the only one. Most bars and restaurants have pages in their drinks menus dedicated to alcohol-free alternatives. With restaurants and bars popping up where the drinks offering is…
Wines of Germany is extending its 31 Days of German Riesling focus tastings outside of London for the first time. The generic group said it is seeking new networking opportunities in Manchester and Edinburgh this spring, following high demand for its annual Riesling campaign. Wines of Germany’s UK director, Nicky Forrest, said: “We are thrilled to announce an enhanced regional focus for this year’s campaign.
A drinks entrepreneur has launched a low alcohol spirit called Willow. William Borrell, who founded Polish craft vodka Vestal, and who claims to specialise in turning underground public conveniences into neighbourhood bars, created the drink to tap into the growing interest in reducing alcohol intake. Willow was created in his venue called the ‘Ladies & Gentleman’ bar in Kentish Town, north London, and it is…
Independent Spirit of Bath started in 2013 when Chris Scullion and Christian Morrish met and decided the city was missing a dedicated spirits venue. Sonya Hook talks to Chris Scullion: What inspired you to open the store? I had opened a couple of retail venues before so I had some experience in this area, but basically Christian and I felt bartenders didn’t have anywhere…
