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Independent breweries are brewing incredible beer. But all too often, their brands are the thing holding them back. That’s where Branding for Breweries comes in,  a new book by creative strategist, beer branding expert and podcast host Tim (The Brand) Weaver, out to buy on amazon today! "Branding for Breweries: The Essential Playbook to Stand Out, Sell More Beer, and Build a Brewery Brand People Love" is a practical, plain-speaking (and occasionally cheeky) guide for brewery

Celebrated restaurateur and author of Unreasonable Hospitality to headline CBC’s opening session Boulder, Colo. (December 1, 2025) — The Brewers Association (BA)—the not-for-profit trade association representing small and independent American craft brewers—announced today that hospitality entrepreneur and bestselling author Will Guidara will deliver the keynote address at the 2026 Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America® (CBC®), taking place April 20–22, 2026, in Phi

We are delighted to announce the launch of the 14th annual Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards, which celebrate the achievements of the UK's leading and emerging writers, broadcasters, photographers and creators recognised for their varied cultural influences, culinary traditions, and storytelling.   An independent panel of expert judges, led by Angela Hartnett OBE, select the winners in 12 categories from work published or broadcast in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ire

Showerings, the Somerset-based fine cider producer, is celebrating what experts are calling one of the sweetest harvests in recent memory, with over 2,700 tonnes of Dabinett apples collected this season, almost triple last year’s 1,000 tonnes. Weeks of summer sunshine across southern England have concentrated sugars in the fruit, echoing the conditions described by orchard master Bob Wadey, who noted that this year’s apples are smaller but significantly sweeter. The result is

Stirchley’s own Attic Brew Co. brought a dose of festive cheer and local love to King’s Heath on Friday 28th November by surprising drinkers at The Hare and Hounds - buying everyone in the pub a pint. The spontaneous giveaway was part of a celebration of Attic’s flagship pale ale, Intuition , a Great Taste award-winning beer known for its easy-drinking, vibrant character and its place at the heart of Birmingham’s craft beer scene. Attic’s team arrived unannounced at the belov

Winners at the 2025’s edition of the British Guild of Beer Writers Awards - Credit Cath Harries Taking place last night at Big Penny Social in London, The British Guild of Beer Writers celebrated the best work from beer, pub and cider journalists, bloggers, broadcasters and all-around communicators. Work was entered into 14 separate categories for a chance to win an esteemed award and prize money, with judges reviewing 214 pieces of work. All entries were judged by the Guild’

John Porter & Ros Shiel will deliver this hour long PR Masterclass Monday 1st December, 7pm, Zoom Obtaining media coverage for your own organisation if you work in-house, or on behalf of clients, is core to successful PR. However, getting the right information in front of the right journalist at the right time can be a daunting prospect. Ros Shiel and John Porter have extensive experience of working both sides of the street in PR terms: Ros as a PR consultant both in-house an

2025 cask now rolling out across Fuller’s pubs, with limited bottles launching online 9th December London, November 2025;   Dark Star Brewing Co. is pleased to announce the return of Prize Old Ale, now available in cask as part of its annual release programme, with a limited run of 500ml bottles of the 2025 vintage launching online on Tuesday 9 December. Prize Old Ale (POA) has been brewed for over a century and continues to be one of Dark Star’s most anticipated yearly relea

Hook Norton Brewery is proud to announce the brewing of a special beer, JB’s Journey, created to help raise awareness of the former Banbury Rugby Club captain and coach John Baker, who sustained a serious injury last November. John’s wife Tina, daughter Georgina, and close family friend Paul Jackson joined brewer Robin Underwood at Hook Norton Brewery to take part in the full brewing process. Together, they spent the day crafting JB’s Journey, a beer dedicated to supporting J

In a written statement by Huw Irranca-Davies MS, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, the Welsh government has announced that they have initiated the process to appoint a Deposit Management Organisation (DMO) to run its Deposit Return Scheme.   Commenting on the statement, Travis Way, Managing Director at EcoVend, a brand by international circularity specialists Reconomy, said: “This is an important and encouraging step forward in

Derbyshire & Peak District hotels team up with Athletic Brewing to support county’s Don’t Risk the Drive campaign   Casa Hotel and Peak Edge Hotel have partnered with award-winning alcohol-free brewer Athletic Brewing to reward guests who choose to drive safely during the festive season and support Derbyshire’s Don’t Risk the Drive campaign.   Throughout December, designated drivers can enjoy The Designated Driver’s Pint: a complimentary pint of alcohol-free Athletic Run Wil

Guild Members, a 15% discount code is available in the member's area of the website. We are heading towards the end of 2025, it’s great to have a well-earned break on the horizon! Before we get there, I’m pleased to share the dates for the final NCTJ masterclasses series of the year and the sessions coming up in early 2026. They are aimed at people from a wide range of industries with varying skillsets. We hope there is something in here that may be of interest to help develo

Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: “After a challenging Budget, the Employment Rights Bill has been adding to anxiety so the decision to remove this clause will be a relief to many brewers and publicans who might otherwise have been cautious about taking on new staff. We now call on Government to work with the BBPA and other trade sectors to further improve the Employment Rights Bill, retain flexibility and to avoid unintended consequences and

CAMRA names the four finalists in the overall Club of the Year 2025 competition The Club of the Year competition is heating up as CAMRA unveils the top four social clubs in the UK. Run in conjunction with Club Mirror , the award recognises clubs offering a fantastic atmosphere, welcoming surroundings and most importantly, top quality cask beer served in great condition.   The four fantastic finalists will now battle it out to claim CAMRA’s overall Club of the Year title, the

Independent brewer and pub company Shepherd Neame’s team members and pubs won three accolades at the National Innovation in Training Awards (NITAs), organised by the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII).   The Faversham-based brewer won Best Training Programme: Sustainability Award – Individual Site; Best Training Programme: Apprenticeships and Hospitality Apprentice of the Year – Operations at a glittering ceremony at Porchester Hall London, on Thursday, November 20.   The

Hook Norton Brewery, renowned for its rich brewing history since 1849, will be showcasing it’s Heritage Clothing range at a special event on Friday 5th December 5pm - 8pm.  Inspired by the brewery’s deep-rooted countryside heritage and timeless British style, the collection is a natural extension of the Hook Norton lifestyle—authentic, rugged, and unmistakably rural. The collection features staple wardrobe pieces made for life in the country, including: Traditional Check Shir

Britain’s oldest brewer Shepherd Neame has revealed a fresh new look for one of its most iconic bottled ales, Bishops Finger.   First brewed in 1958, Bishops Finger was the first strong ale produced by the Faversham-based independent brewer and pub company following the end of 20 years of malt rationing.   The beer takes its name from an ancient Kentish signpost found on the Pilgrim’s Way that pointed travellers towards Canterbury and the shrine of Thomas à Becket in the city

Sunrise Beverages, which owns a portfolio of independent beer brands, has made a £100,000 investment into one of its breweries to enhance overall production capabilities and efficiencies.  Over the last four years Sunrise has acquired a number of brands with the aim of growing them whilst preserving their unique identities. In its bid to build opportunities for its brands and streamline production, it has now revealed a sizeable investment into Curious Brewery in Ashford. The

The leading hospitality charity, that already owns and operates three schools, has announced the acquisition of a site for a new specialist autism school, revenue from which will allow the Charity to support even more people working in licensed hospitality.  The Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) has announced the acquisition of a new location that will expand its specialist education provision for children and young people with a diagnosis of autism. The new site, in Waterlooville

John Porter & Ros Shiel will deliver this hour long PR Masterclass Monday 1st December, 7pm, Zoom Obtaining media coverage for your own organisation if you work in-house, or on behalf of clients, is core to successful PR. However, getting the right information in front of the right journalist at the right time can be a daunting prospect. Ros Shiel and John Porter have extensive experience of working both sides of the street in PR terms: Ros as a PR consultant both in-house an