Beer

The MA Podcast – episode 1

‘We’ll lose one big beer brand soon’ says Curious Brewery boss

07-Oct-2019 By Nicholas Robinson

The boss of Curious Brewery Gareth Bath has outlined what he thinks the future of the UK's beer sector could look like.

Pubs must promote benefits to sell low-and-no alcohol beer

07-Oct-2019 By Emily Hawkins

Pubs should take inspiration from Spain and Germany to promote the health benefits of low-and-no alcohol beer, according mindful drinking organisation Club Soda.

BrewDog bars lose £235k amid expansion drive

07-Oct-2019 By Finn Scott-Delany

BrewDog’s bar division made a pre-tax loss of £235,000 in 2018 – up from losses of £45,000 in 2017.

Beer is still Britain’s favourite alcoholic tipple

04-Oct-2019 By Alice Leader

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has announced beer is Britain’s favourite alcoholic drink, according to its new research.

Brewer cites family values for core range revamp

01-Oct-2019 By Alice Leader

Gipsy Hill has today unveiled a new core range line-up with a prime focus of “brewing for a better life”.

Moon landing and Paul Ainsworth collaborations help grow Sharp’s footprint

30-Sep-2019 By Stuart Stone

Projects with celebrity chef Paul Ainsworth and an event to celebrate 50 years since the moon landing, have helped Sharp’s new head brewer expand the beermaker’s reach in his first four months.

Former MEP named new BBPA boss

30-Sep-2019 By Nikkie Thatcher

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has announced the appointment of global consultant Emma McClarkin as its new chief executive.

Brewer launches exclusive Iron Maiden bottle caps

27-Sep-2019 By Alice Leader

Trooper and Robinsons Brewery are offering rock fans the chance to collect limited-edition bottle caps to celebrate each of Iron Maiden’s iconic studio albums.

Little interview

Arsenal deal is ‘incredible platform’ for Camden Town Brewery

26-Sep-2019 By Stuart Stone

Camden Town founder Jasper Cuppaidge discusses his brewery becoming the main pour at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium and work planned at the beer maker’s original site beneath Camden’s arches.

Half of drinkers say cask should be more expensive than lager

26-Sep-2019 By Nikkie Thatcher

Some 59% of drinkers believe cask beer should be priced higher than mainstream lager, according to new research.

Opinion

Is this the last time I drop the ‘c-bomb’?

24-Sep-2019 By Pete Brown

The term ‘craft’ has never had a genuine definition in the beer world – now the Aussies are treading a different path.

Hobgoblin gets 21st century facelift

24-Sep-2019 By Stuart Stone

For the first time in its 31-year history, Hobgoblin and its portfolio of award-winning beers are being given a makeover.

Skinny Brands founders exit

24-Sep-2019 By Alice Leader

The founders of low-calorie drinks producer Skinny Brands have stepped down after putting the company in the hands of a private equity investor.

Camden Town Brewery partners with food charity

24-Sep-2019 By Emily Hawkins

Camden Town Brewery has produced a limited-edition beer to raise awareness of food poverty.

New products launched in September

23-Sep-2019 By Nikkie Thatcher

We take a look at the latest products on the market including CBD-infused beer, mixers and spirits.