Despite the efforts of innovative new producers and growing interest in the category, dark beer sales still lag behind those of their hoppier, pale counterparts. What are the major barriers pubs must overcome to capitalise on seasonal demand for stouts...
Doug Bairner, managing director of LoneWolf (the distilling arm of Scottish brewery BrewDog), has said the new distribution deal with Global Brands will provide a boost for the spirit's growth.
