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Nightingale Cider Company is delighted to announce the launch of Light Bird, a new lower alcohol cider crafted for a new era of mindful drinking. At just 1.5% ABV , this first version of Light Bird is made with Discovery apples, delivering full, vibrant apple flavour in a lighter format, designed for those who want to enjoy great cider while drinking more moderately. As drinking habits continue to evolve, consumers are increasingly seeking balance rather than abstinence. Rece

Hawksmoor, UKHospitality and Michelin-starred talent lead two days of keynotes and chef demos Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB), sponsored by Uber Eats, the leading hospitality trade show in the North, has unveiled an exceptional keynote and demo lineup for its 2026 edition.  Taking place on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th March at Manchester Central, this year’s programme promises thought-provoking discussions, exclusive interviews, and invaluable insights from some of the mos

Christmas 2025 reinforced the cultural importance of pubs and restaurants – but also exposed their fragility in an era of financial pressure and emotional fatigue.   Launching today and available for purchase , The Great British Christmas 2025 Survey   - jointly created and curated by Richmond & Towers and Possibility? - shows that while eating out remains a valued part of the festive season, it is also the first category consumers cut when budgets tighten .   Sharing a uni

The brewery is proud to announce the launch of its brand new seasonal cask ale, Paddock’s Pour (3.9%), with a special tasting event at The George at Brailes on Thursday 5th March 2026, from 6pm – 7pm. Beer lovers are invited to pop down and enjoy free samples of this festival favourite, meet the brewers, and hear the tall tales behind the beer. This golden thoroughbred bursts from the gate with a bright citrus kick. Smooth malts keep it steady in the stride, while a refreshin

South London Brewery Mondo to Launch Charity Beer ‘Sophie’ with 50% of Profits Donated, Plus Fundraising Party at Mc & Sons in Vauxhall Offering Free Pints for Booked Guests, Live Music, A Charity Raffle & More. Mondo Brewing Company has announced the release of Sophie, a 4.2% hazy pale ale brewed for International Women’s Day, with 50% of profits donated to Spark The Noise, an award-winning charity working at the intersection of gender justice and the music industry, amplify

A Welsh Beer and Pub Association spokesperson said: “This is a vital step in delivering an interoperable UK-wide deposit return scheme for aluminium cans and plastic bottles.  “However,  granting an exclusion for single-use glass, even with the transitional arrangements, means significant challenges remain. It is vital to ensure that brewers selling beer in glass bottles in Wales do not face prohibitively high producer fees as a result and must also be exempt from EPR fees as

Commenting on the decision by the Glasgow Licensing Board to grant an extension of licenses until 30 minutes after the final whistle for all matches during the tournament, Paul Togneri of the Scottish Beer & Pub Association (SBPA) said:  “Glasgow City Council has shown real leadership with this decision, backing our pubs at a crucial moment. With the World Cup on the horizon and communities gearing up to cheer on the Scotland team, this kind of pragmatic, common‑sense action

UK pub goers pay the highest beer duty of any Six Nations nation, three times higher than France and Italy  BBPA calls on the Government to continue to support the people behind the pint and align beer duty with European average  The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) estimates that almost 12 million extra pints will be sold in UK pubs during the Six Nations tournament.  The trade body estimates that the tournament will generate nearly £60 million in additional revenue f

Tork, the global leader in professional hygiene and an Essity brand, has released new guidance aimed at helping pubs, restaurants and hotels transform their washrooms into assets to enhance user satisfaction and benefit business performance. Based on research which shows that 73% of people will not return to a washroom after a bad experience, Tork’s “Washroom Guide”, available on its website , provides recommendations on improving inclusive hygiene, environmental sustainabili

The All Nations Inn of Madeley, Shropshire, has brewed a very special batch of their seasonal pale ale, Eliza Lewis , as part of the global International Women's Collaboration Brew Day (IWCBD) project. The beer was made by the head brewer of the historic brewpub, Andrew Brough, in collaboration with local beer writer, Laura Hadland. It celebrates the life of licensee and brewster (female brewer) Mrs Eliza Lewis, who brewed all the ale for the pub from the 1930s through to he

CAMRA wants Government rethink on changes which could see pubs demolished or converted   Pub campaigning group CAMRA is calling on the Government to rethink plans to weaken protections in the planning system in England, which it says could lead to thousands of pubs being lost forever.    The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is consulting on plans to change the National Planning Policy Framework. Existing planning rules mean local councils have to protect

Commenting on the increased level of support announced by First Minister John Swinney and the Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Shona Robison today, Paul Togneri of the Scottish Beer & Pub Association said:  “This increase in business rates support is a welcome boost for Scotland’s pubs and will provide some much‑needed breathing space at a time when many venues are under real strain. The confirmation that it will also be for three years gives the sector some confidence moving f

Sunrise Beverages has welcomed the appointment of a new Sales Director to lead it through a transformative chapter targeting accelerated growth.  Over the last four years Sunrise Beverages has focused on the acquisition of a number of authentic premium beer brands. Now, the appointment of Jerry Shedden provides a lead for its  commercial future, with an aim of driving growth through an integrated portfolio sales  perspective.   Jerry Shedden brings with him almost 20 years of

Thursday 12 February 2026.  The BarthHaas Group has reaffirmed their commitment to a sustainable future of high-quality beer and beyond. The world’s leading supplier of hops, innovative hop products and hop-related services has joined a global community of more than 11,000 companies that are taking meaningful action on climate change. They have committed to set a near‑term science‑based targets aligned with the 1.5°C pathway, the most ambitious level defined by the Science Ba

Women from Hogs Back Brewery (L to R): Brooke Hockerday (Tap Supervisor), Sylvia Levick (Financial Controller), Gina Fletcher (National Account Controller), Isabel Bennet (Trade Sales Executive), Lindsey Winrow-Winder (Assistant Manager, Retail and E-Commerce), Paula Andrews (Retail Assistant), Becky Ray (Events Manager) and Molly Taylor (Tap Supervisor) “It is an honour that I dream not of…My bounty is as boundless as the sea.” — Juliet, Romeo and Juliet  (Act II, Scene II)

Carling Black Label to be available across the UK grocery, wholesale and convenience channels from 16 th March New liquid crafted to complement the core Carling range, offering a premium British lager for modern day beer drinkers looking to trade up Molson Coors Beverage Company is expanding the Carling portfolio with the launch of Carling Black Label, a new beer that honours the brand’s heritage while delivering a new beer for modern day drinkers. Carling Black Label is a 4

A Yorkshire Wolds brewery has announced a sporting theme for its monthly special edition beers in 2026. Wold Newton based Wold Top Brewery will launch a series of beers brewed to celebrate iconic sporting events, including the Winter Olympics, Six Nations rugby, the World Cup, the Commonwealth Games, Wimbledon, and the Masters golf. Commenting on the rationale for the range, Wold Top’s marketing exec Hannah Hatfield said: “As keen supporters of grassroots sport in the region,

Popular community pub, the Simms Road Inn on 523 Garswood Road in Wigan will  reopen on Saturday, 14th February following an impressive combined investment of £320,000 from experienced licensee Jack Duffy, his parents Julie and Tony, and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company. This refurbishment will breathe a new lease of life into the Simms Road Inn to elevate and modernise the overall look and feel of the pub – whilst still retaining its original, c

Attic has marked the start of 2026 with a bold refresh of its branding, putting customer experience first and proudly representing the brewery’s Birmingham roots. Born in South Birmingham in 2018 and built on hard graft, creativity and community, what started in an attic has grown into the largest independent brewery in the West Midlands, whilst remaining 100% owner-operated, self-funded and grounded. With the goal of becoming the Midlands’ best-loved brewery, Attic has ambit

The UK government has confirmed that Wales will be allowed to include glass in its deposit return scheme (DRS), with a transitional period running until 2031. The scheme will still launch alongside the wider UK system in October 2027 and remain interoperable with the rest of the UK, giving businesses time to prepare for glass returns.   Please let me know if you’d like to speak to Travis on DRS or receive additional commentary.   Travis Way, Managing Director at EcoVend, the