Ron Zacapa

A rum do for Ron Zacapa

RUM maker Ron Zacapa has launched the first in what is expected to be an annual series of vintage limited edition rums with its...
• Brewers say operators must ensure beers are served by trained staff in clean branded glassware to achieve the ‘perfect serve’.

Forward thinking key for festive beer sales

Operators should plan offer well in advance of the Christmas period, brewers say PUBLICANS, make your lists and check them twice because preparation is key...
• The mulled wine has an ABV of 10%.

Mull over festive wine range

A NEW mulled wine has been launched in the on-trade by drinks importer and producer CWF. The Mulled Wine, which has an ABV of 10%,...
• Midnight Forest is one of five drinks.

Cider serves up seasonal cocktails

THE firm behind Rekorderlig is seeking to position the brand as a cider for all seasons through a range of winter cider cocktails. Created by...
• The cask ale has an ABV of 4.3%.

Time to pull a Christmas Cracker

SEASONAL cask ale Tetley’s Christmas Cracker is set to be relaunched in the on-trade in time for Christmas. Brewer Carlsberg UK is to reintroduce the...
• Christmas is a key occasion for soft drinks sales, and operators are advised to stock a wide range, including products consumers can trade up to.

Festive season ideal time for the soft sell

The right range, merchandised effectively, can pay dividends for operators IT’S no secret that the trade sells more drinks over the festive season than at...
• Group occasions over the festive period give operators the chance to broaden their ranges.

‘Tis the season to offer choice

Christmas range should include something for everyone THE Christmas crowd can be a mixed bag. And as operators prepare to cater for everything from office...
• ‘Beheading’ the beer is a crucial part of the Heverlee perfect serve and a focus of staff training. The beer was introduced earlier this year.

Authenticity is key for Belgian brand

Beer introduced to Scotland earlier this year traces its roots to 12th century AUTHENTICITY has become a watchword in the drinks market in recent years,...
Christmas time, festive fizz and wine

Christmas time, festive fizz and wine

Operators who pull out all the stops stand to reap the rewards, suppliers say AS another year in which many consumers have had to keep...
CHOCOLATE liqueur Thorntons has been given a new look

Choc brand unwraps new look

CHOCOLATE liqueur Thorntons has been given a new look ahead of the key Christmas trading period. In keeping with the wider revamp of the Thorntons...

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Jack Cummins
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Niall Hassard
ONLY DRAMS
Andrew Dowson
Neil Morrison
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Neil Morrison
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