Soft & Hot Drinks

MA500: we aren't saying don't drink, it's pubs having something for everyone

09-Jun-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

With Millennials drinking less than any other age group, Club Soda co-founder Laura Willoughby demonstrated to delegates how adding to their drinks offer can pay dividends.

Idris Elba fronts new Purdey’s campaign

15-May-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Hollywood heart-throb Idris Elba has teamed up with Britivic brand Purdey’s to announce the return of its #ThriveOn campaign for the second year in a row.

In Association with Britvic

Soft drinks industry levy: what drinks won't be taxed?

15-May-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

A number of soft drinks are set to fall foul of the sugar levy, increasing their price considerably, but others have been reformulated to attract a lower levy or none at all. Here, we highlight some of the options available to licensees.

Strong April sales help managed pubs outperform restaurants

11-May-2017 By James Wallin

Managed pub operators saw a 6.1% jump in like-for-like sales last month, according to the latest figures from the Coffer Peach Business Tracker.

Fentimans will triple turnover by 2022, says owner

10-May-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Premium soft drinks company Fentimans has revealed that it will triple turnover as part of a five year plan.

In Association with Schweppes

The first carbonated soft drink

09-May-2017 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.

Is social media ruining the UK's pub culture?

08-May-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Millennials are drinking less than any other age group and licensees have put the blame on social media, but is this really the case?

Consumers 'hugely misunderstand' sugar tax

05-May-2017 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.

Coffee shop ‘slowdown’ is massive opportunity for pubs

27-Apr-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Suggestions that coffee shops will eventually outnumber pubs could be blown out of the water following Whitbread’s announcement it will reduce its Costa high street estate by up to 10%.

Bottlegreen unveils new flavours

18-Apr-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

SHS Drinks has announced two new flavours to its Bottlegreen sparkling pressé – Fruity Raspberry Lemonade and Refreshing Ginger Beer.

Turn up the heat on your summertime drinks offer

18-Apr-2017 By Alison Baker

Visiting the pub during summer is a quintessential British trait. And whether your customers are driving or enjoying an alcoholic drink, there’s room for softs and spirits at your site. Alison Baker reports.

Vimto launches still spring water drink

06-Apr-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Vimto is set to enter the flavoured water category for the first time with the launch of Vim2o.

In association with Diageo

5 twists on the classic gin and tonic

30-Mar-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Look at these five twists on the classic gin and tonic, perfect for summer cocktail menus, which can add a touch of excitement to your offer.

ALMR: obesity solutions should not burden operators

27-Mar-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has reiterated its message that the trade is keen to help tackle childhood obesity but without the burden falling on licensees.

Britvic to pass on cost of sugar levy to customers

24-Mar-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Soft drinks giant Britvic, the manufacturer of products including Pepsi, will pass the cost of the sugar levy on to its customers, GB managing director Paul Graham has confirmed.