Pubs are the best place for whisky fans to try before they buy
“The on-trade is a crucial environment for driving consumer engagement, education and long-term growth"
No rest for Kenny Blair as Buzzworks builds its rooms business
CEO Kenny Blair said backing from investors is allowing the business to expand at a pace of around four or five new venues a year
Make space for a second stout tap to meet skyrocketing demand
"If stout is one of the strongest areas of growth on the bar, it doesn’t make sense to automatically restrict it to one choice"
Creativity unites The Cocktail Geeks and Angostura’s rum range
“The range is quite diverse and I’ve always found it very flexible to work with. There's some pretty cool stories behind the bottles as well"
New research finds the non-alcohol sector continuing to evolve
“The narrative has become too simplistic. This isn’t about Britain giving up alcohol – it’s about Britain drinking differently”
Islay Rum continues island’s reputation for exquisite spirits
Islay Rum received a 3-star award for its Barrel Aged rum at Great Taste 2026, the world's largest food and drink awards
Agave spirits, highballs and spritzes will persist into autumn
"We are seeing the classic spritz transcend all seasons by remaining a popular choice beyond summer and into the autumn"
Flexible wine pairing with Inverarity Morton at The Atlantic
"We offer a substantial range by the glass to encourage guests to enjoy wine with individual courses rather than committing to a full bottle"
Employment Rights Act 2025 – new duties carry legal consequences
Higgs Navigator advises on the short reprieve from Tipping Policies, and asks if there is anything else to be prepared for?
Signature Wines likes to tailor wine lists to individual venues
"We tailor our offering venue to venue; not just great wines, but a list designed to speak to each outlet’s customer base"
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