C&C Group to buy Matthew Clark
Tennent's and Magners owner C&C Group has confirmed it is in “advanced discussions” to buy Matthew Clark and Bibendum with backing from AB InBev …
Wining and dining
WHILE there has been plenty of buzz around spirits in 2017, wine has continued to perform strongly …
Demand for quality is no flash in the pan
As 2018 beckons the shift towards premium spirits is set to last, say firms …
‘Great progress’ for industry giant
Wholesaler and distributor Conviviality has announced strong sales following the acquisition of Bibendum last year. The company, which also owns wholesaler …
Supplier’s grape expectations
Portuguese whites and Austrian reds likely to prove popular PREMIUM wines, Portuguese whites and Austrian reds – those are just some of the trends operators …
What foods go best with beer?
Different flavours pair better with different styles When it comes to the perfect accompaniment for a cold beer, it’s hard to look past the traditional bag …
Chill out with red this summer
Keeping wines cool can heat up sales, supplier says With the longer, sunnier days hopefully now upon us, many wine drinkers will switch to rosé and white. But …
Wine firm forecasts a return to form
Things are looking up for the on-trade with alcohol sales on the rise and premium products continuing to shine, wine supplier Bibendum has revealed in its …
Supplier sees red this summer
Adopting continental serve ideas can boost sales Catalonia may frequently outstrip Caledonia in temperature terms, but it seems Scottish operators could …
