Boom time for UK craft beer
Independent brewers’ turnover is set to grow
The UK craft and cask brewing industry is in rude health, with four out of five breweries expecting...
Consumers call for clarity on ‘craft’
Drinkers support industry definition of beer sector, report finds
Conventional wisdom says that craft beer is booming, but a new report published by marketing intelligence...
Take a different route this year
Stocking unusual wines could pay off in coming months
Stocking a range of unusual, lesser-known wines could pay off for licensees this summer, according to...
Comfortable distribution deal brings liqueurs to the table
Liqueur brands Southern Comfort and Tuaca have a new distributor in the UK thanks to an agreement with drinks marketing and distribution firm Hi-Spirits.
The...
Spring has sprung out of the brewery
Edinburgh-based Caledonian Brewery has launched its latest seasonal guest ale, which is available from now until May.
Caledonian Brewery’s First Dawn is a golden pale...
More brands help fortify drinks portfolio
Whyte & Mackay has bolstered its brandy and sherry portfolio through a new deal with the firm behind Spanish brandy and sherry business Fundador.
As...
Six of the best in spirits deal
New agreement sees UK firm take on expanded portfolio
Drinks distributor Catalyst Brands has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with global spirits giant Beam Suntory,...
Scottish firms eye the United States
TWO Scottish beer firms have announced plans to strengthen their presence in the United States.
Innis & Gunn has announced a new partnership with United...
Brewdog encourages fans to do it themselves with recipes
Scottish craft beer and bars firm Brewdog has released the recipes for all of its beers online.
The firm claims the recipes, which have all...
A softer summer coming this year?
Wholesalers forecast growing demand for soft drinks and low-alcohol options
Wholesalers, the front line drinks suppliers for the majority of the Scottish trade, are advising...
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Luke Richardson
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