Wine

Spirit duty revenues top beer for the first time

05-Jun-2017 By James Beeson

Spirit sales generated more money for the Treasury than beer for the first time, latest statistics from HMRC have revealed.

Carlsberg's wine arm unveils new portfolio

01-Jun-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Carlsberg UK's wine arm Crown Cellars has revealed its 2017/18 portfolio, which includes the addition of two new Proseccos.

Price of wine rises faster in 12 weeks than in two years

01-Jun-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

The average price of a bottle of wine has risen faster in the past 12 weeks than it has in the past two years, latest figures from the Wine and Spirits Trade Association (WSTA) show.

Alcohol delivery service scolded by ASA over ‘unwise’ memes

24-May-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

A drinks company that delivers alcohol to people’s homes struck the wrong chord with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) after using memes promoting “unwise” alcohol consumption.

Marston’s buys Charles Wells’ beer business for £55m

18-May-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Brewer and pub operator Marston’s has acquired Charles Wells’ brewing business and beer distribution rights for £55m, after announcing half-year beer sales up 2%.

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.

Bottomless Prosecco making binge drinking 'acceptable'

09-May-2017 By Helen Gilbert

Campaigners concerned that bottomless Prosecco brunches are making binge drinking acceptable among middle-class women should turn their attention to the off-trade, the ALMR has declared.

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?

Top Shelf: Brooklyn Brewery’s new IPA, Martell’s refresh and more

04-May-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Brooklyn Brewery’s Scorcher IPA has launched in 30-litre kegs and Martell has “refreshed” the cognac category with a new liquid and packaging, but what have other brands been up to in recent weeks? 

Fuller’s replaces wine team in refocus

27-Apr-2017 By Helen Gilbert

Fuller’s has replaced its entire wine team as it looks to set itself apart from its rivals as an expert in wine, The Morning Advertiser has learned.

M&B targets younger 'drinkers' with new alcoholic popsicles

25-Apr-2017 By Helen Gilbert

Mitchells & Butlers is hoping to attract younger consumers with a selection of ‘Instagrammable’ premium alcoholic popsicles.

Plea for Brits home and abroad to 'raise a glass' this St George’s Day

21-Apr-2017 By Georgina Townshend

As St George’s Day celebrations commence up and down the country this weekend, the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has called on Brits and UK ambassadors across the world to “raise a glass” to all the wine and spirit makers across England’s 'green...

Pubs warned ‘watch out for duty cheats’ after rules tightened

19-Apr-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has urged pubs to be vigilant when purchasing alcohol following the introduction of tougher wholesale registration rules.

Rock ’n’ Roll star Sting speaks about his vineyard, love of wine, and singing in cellars

11-Apr-2017 By Georgina Townshend

Sitting poised in an elegant and dark underground restaurant, a stone’s throw from The Ritz, journalists and wine enthusiasts sit not so close to each other sipping – some spitting – wines made from Rock ’n’ Roll legend Sting’s Tuscan vineyard.

Pricey booze steadies wet sales in pubs

10-Apr-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Expensive alcohol is helping pubs, bars and restaurants to increase or maintain profits from wet sales as consumers look for more premium experiences.