All news articles for May 2017

Uptick: Campari sees big sales growth

Campari and Aperol sales rocket in the UK

By Nicholas Robinson

Sales of Campari and Aperol have increased dramatically for the first quarter of 2017 following a phenomenal increase in advertising spend.

Hard yards: Julie and Patrick Beaume have put in the effort and are reaping the rewards

My Pub: The Cartford Inn, Little Eccleston, Lancashire

By Daniel Woolfson

Julie and Patrick Beaume’s Lancashire pub the Cartford Inn was named Best Inn at 2016’s Great British Pub Awards, ahead of celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. The couple discuss their journey and the secret to the inn’s success.

Inspiration: Aviko Gluten-Free Heroes campaign aims to support coeliac sufferers more

Operators urged to widen their gluten-free menu options

By Nikkie Sutton

Demand for gluten-free dishes is outstripping supply with more than half of consumers (62%) believing operators don’t do enough to cater for gluten intolerances out-of-home, according to foodservice operator Aviko.

Foregone conclusion: MA editor Ed Bedington says the general election looks like it will have a clear outcome with a win for Conservative

General Election 2017

Election survey shows bias towards the right

By Ed Bedington

The votes are in and the pub operators have spoken. It is certainly looking like a resounding victory for the Conservatives, if the pub sector has anything to say about it.

Right wing: More than half (61%) of respondents to The MA's snap survey indicated they would be voting Tory on 8 June.

General Election 2017

Pubs want Conservative Government

By Ed Bedington

The pub industry seems to be leaning towards a continuation of Conservative Party rule according to the results of our general election survey, with many citing Brexit as the key battleground for their votes. Ed Bedington reports.

Perfect inspiration: London hotel opens tavern inspired by great British pubs

Michel Roux Jr to oversee food for new tavern at luxury hotel

By Georgina Townshend

The Langham, in London’s Regent Street, will open the Wigmore tavern this summer with drinks from the team behind its award winning Artesian bar, and food by former BBC MasterChef: The Professionals judge Michel Roux Jr.

Glass act: Schweppes' 'skittles' bottles were used in mainstream production

In Association with Schweppes

The first carbonated soft drink

By MA reports

Schweppes’ 234 years’ of history is potted with just as many twists and turns as an episode of Dynasty, featuring love affairs, treachery and the determination to succeed.

Crafty plans: Carlsberg could be ready to reveal craft brewery this year

Exclusive

Carlsberg plans to buy UK craft brewery

By Nicholas Robinson

Carlsberg will buy a UK craft brewery to bolster its growing portfolio of smaller brands with an artisan British beer, The Morning Advertiser can reveal.

Upcoming: the next event will be held on 18 May in Liverpool

Exciting line-up for Liverpool MA500 unveiled

By Nikkie Sutton

A rundown of what to expect at the upcoming MA500 business club meeting on 18 May at the Camp and Furnace in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle has been announced.

Bridge over troubled water: the ALMR and BBPA have called for an alternative to the proposed levy

Proposed Hackney levy ‘blunt and indiscriminate’

By Liam Coleman

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has billed the late-night levy a “blunt and indiscriminate tax” in response to Hackney Council’s consultation on proposals to introduce the charge.

Demands: CAMRA and WSTA set out general election manifestos

General election 2017

Drinks industry calls for ‘protection’ of £23.1bn pub trade

By Nicholas Robinson

Demands for a more prosperous pub and drinks industry have been set out by sector organisations the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) and the Wine and Spirits Trade Association (WSTA) ahead of the general election.  

Confusion over sugar tax: consumers do not know which products the levy applies to

Consumers 'hugely misunderstand' sugar tax

By Michelle Perrett

The sugar tax has caused confusion among consumers with two thirds of those quizzed thinking it applies to sweets and confectionery rather than soft drinks, new research has revealed.

Withdrawn: the paper 'fiver' cease to be legal tender tonight, ©Thinkstock

Paper £5 notes no longer legal tender

By Liam Coleman

The paper £5 notes, featuring Elizabeth Fry on the back, will cease to be legal tender from midnight tonight (Friday 5 May). The Morning Advertiser looks at what you need to know.

Bud Light has launched in the low calorie sector

Consumers demand low-calorie beer options

By Michelle Perrett

The move towards a healthier lifestyle has meant that consumer demands have changed and brewers are responding with a range of new variants including low-calorie beers.

'Wonderful afternoon': Corrie star Melanie Hill thanked pub for ceremony

Pub hosts wedding for Coronation Street star

By Georgina Townshend

When Coronation Street star Melanie Hill got married in a London pub it started out as a small event that snowballed into something much bigger.

First site opened: Harry Gurney, Dan Cramp and Stuart Broad (l-r)

Q&A with pub owner and cricketer Stuart Broad

By Liam Coleman

The Morning Advertiser catches up with cricketers Stuart Broad, England player; Harry Gurney, a Nottinghamshire county bowler; and experienced pub operator Dan Cramp; to talk about their burgeoning pub company The Cat & Wickets and getting to grips...

Crackling offer: UK's first crackling menu on offer in London

Ale house launches 'first' crackling menu

By Helen Gilbert

A London alehouse has debuted what it claims is the UK’s first ‘crackling menu’ aimed at complementing the venue’s craft-ale offering.

Cost saving: Carlsberg has said the new system will help licensees save cash and time

Carlsberg ‘improves beer quality’

By Nikkie Sutton

Carlsberg UK has revealed a new dispense system in a bid to improve beer quality and consumer experience, which it claims saves licensees money and time.

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The Cider Report

The cider trends to look out for

By Nikkie Sutton

Premiumisation, craft and sharing are key concepts for cider and the rejuvenation of the apple sector is a big driver in the on-trade. Nikkie Sutton reports.