Cost of a pint rises 2.8%
The average cost of a pint of draught lager in pubs jumped 2.8% in the year to October 2024, the latest official figures have revealed.
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DRINKS LIST 2025
Find out the top brands to stock for 2025
The latest Drinks List from The Morning Advertiser is here, it’s absolutely free to access and it’s all yours – right now.
EXCLUSIVE
Spike in demand causes supply issues for Guinness ahead of Christmas
Concerns are rising over the supply of Guinness in the run up to Christmas, as owners Diageo report “exceptional” consumer demand.
JDW among pubs to drop Conor McGregor's stout
London-based, Irish-inspired pub company Windmill Taverns has dropped Forged Irish Stout following the civil rape verdict against the brand’s founder Conor McGregor.
DRINKS LIST 2025
Why the Drinks List 2025 is a ‘must-have’ to help stock your bar well
The Morning Advertiser is launching its latest Drinks List so you know the most popular brands in the UK on-trade and how well each one is faring at pubs and bars up and down the country.
Peroni launches gift wrapping service at London pubs for Black Friday weekend
Asahi UK has announced the launch of an exclusive gift-wrapping service at two London pubs over Black Friday weekend.
OPINION
OPINION: Discovering beer’s bright future in a changing world
After some tough years, the beer industry is finally approaching pre-pandemic revenues and volumes – and we can see ahead of us a new horizon of opportunity.
North Brewing co-founders to step away from brewing arm
Co-founders of popular Leeds-based business North Brewing, Christian Townsley and John Gyngell have announced they are stepping away from the brewing arm of the company.
NEW PRODUCTS ROUND-UP
Chouffe unveils new beer on draught
This month's round-up includes new products from Chouffe Brewery, Greene King, Rampur and more.
OPINION
OPINION: Does ‘independence’ mean anything in beer?
The word ‘independent’ – being free from outside control – can carry a lot of weight.
Gipsy Hill Brewing acquired by Sunrise Alliance Beverages
London-based Gipsy Hill Brewery has entered a "strategic partnership" with independent UK brewing group Sunrise Alliance Beverages that will target great quality and eco awareness.
EXCLUSIVE
EXCLUSIVE: Film stars will have ‘role to play’ in Wrexham Lager story
Everyone will have their “role to play” in building 'brand Wrexham' but the community will remain at the heart of the brewery, Wrexham Lager CEO James Wright told The Morning Advertiser (MA).
THE BIG INTERVIEW
BIG INTERVIEW: ‘When I care about something, I really go for it’ says BBPA’s McClarkin
Only working in sectors that she cares about was one of the points British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) boss Emma McClarkin stressed when discussing her career.
Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney become brewery co-owners
Hollywood megastars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have become co-owners of historic lager brewery Wrexham Lager Beer Co alongside the Roberts family.
BUDGET 2024
1p off a draught pint but other dispense formats will see duty rise
The Government’s “commitment to support smaller brewers” came in the form of a 1.75% reduction in beer/cider duty for draught products in the Budget.
Wells & Co introduces ‘Josie 175’ in celebration of Josephine Wells
Wells & Co is set to introduce a new brew offering in light of the late Josephine Well’s 175th birthday.
Beer industry boost vow in Budget welcomed
SIBA and CAMRA have welcomed the Government’s intention to support the independent brewing industry but urged further reliefs be made on draught beer duty and business rates.
Back British lager says Innis & Gunn founder
The founder of Scottish brewery Innis & Gunn has urged lager drinkers to back British beers after research showed only 27% of Brits think the UK produces good beer.
OPINION
OPINION: There’s a storm brewing
Since writing my last opinion piece, I have been immersing myself in cask ale… not literally, of course, although it would make a fun alternative to wild water swimming.
Brains boss steps down
The boss of Cardiff-based Brains Brewery has announced he will be stepping down from the business in December after four years in the post.
5 key trends shaping the future of beer
Artificial intelligence (AI) is likely to play an increasingly important role in the production of beer, according to a new report which highlights the five major trends shaping the future of beer.
The Lock In Podcast
The death of craft beer?
With the craft beer breweries struggling and the market declining, the Lock In team asks the question, is this the end for the craft beer movement?
Champion Beer of Britain 2024 revealed
This year's overall winner of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA)'s Champion Beer of Britain has been unveiled.
CAMRA backs SIBA’s Indie Beer campaign
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has added its weight behind the Indie Beer campaign launched by beer consumer group the Society of Independent Brewers & Associates (SIBA).
75% ‘misled’ by global brands over independent business values
Three in four people (75%) believe beer drinkers are being misled by global brands passing themselves off as independent craft breweries.
Siren and Red Fin seal deal and vow to help pubs
Pubs are set to benefit after Siren Craft Brew and Red Fin Cider announced they have joined forces in a bid to collaborate without either having a fiscal interest in the other.
Greene King unveils new beer to mark £20m fundraising 'milestone'
Greene King has announced the launch of a limited-edition beer to celebrate hitting its £20m fundraising target for Macmillan Cancer Support.
OPINION
OPINION: We must work with Gov to reform biz rates pledge
A new Government with a huge majority can reset the UK in many ways, most importantly for hospitality is a fairer tax burden between tech businesses and traditional ones, like ours.
Northern Monk and Timothy Taylor's release collaborative stout
Northern Monk and Timothy Taylor’s have joined forces to release a new collaborative brew.
Pint prices rise by 3.6%
The price of a pint of draught lager in pubs jumped 3.6% in the 12 months to September 2024, new figures from the Office for National Statistics have revealed.
Duty review boosts production of low-strength beers
Last year's Alcohol Duty Review has seen 100m alcohol units removed from the market and a “boom” in new lower-strength products, the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has said.
Carling named most ‘boring’ draught tap at pubs
Carling, Foster’s and Stella Artois have been voted the most boring draught products to see in pubs and bars in the UK.
CMBC: 'Banks's Brewery closure won't affect cask brands'
Carlsberg Marstons Brewing Company (CMBC) has rejected allegations its closure of the Banks’s Brewery in Wolverhampton will threaten the future of its cask beer brands.
Shepherd Neame 'committed to cask' despite declining sales
Britain’s oldest brewer has assured it is “completely committed” to brewing cask ale despite a decline in sales.
What’s on the Bar with the Kings Arms, Bexleyheath
A huge cocktail range alongside a strong wine offer and a variety of beers and ciders are all part of the drinks available at the Kings Arms in Bexleyheath, south-east London.
EXCLUSIVE: Draught Guinness 0.0 to go live in 4 more London pubs
Diageo has announced Guinness 0.0 on draught will be launched at four London pubs following successful trials over the past year.
Craft brewer Fourpure appoints administrators
Former south London-based craft beer brewer Fourpure Brewing Co has entered voluntary administration just a short time after relocating its operation to West Yorkshire.
NEW PRODUCTS ROUND-UP
Adnams unveils 'most exciting' launch of 2024
This month's round-up includes new products from Adnams, Greene King, Sipsmith, Woodforde's and more.
Northern Monk’s Euro dream begins with fundraising
Northern Monk aims to be Europe’s biggest craft brewery by 2035 after launching a crowdfunding campaign in a bid to secure £1m.
Good Beer Guide launch coincides with ‘trend’ for breweries closing
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has highlighted a “worrying trend” in the struggle breweries are facing with many forced to shut for good.
CASK ALE WEEK
How the sector celebrated Cask Ale Week 2024
With this year’s Cask Ale Week coming to a close, The Morning Advertiser (MA) has taken a look at how the sector celebrated.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
How Breal plans to make Black Sheep 'centre of excellence'
Black Sheep Brewery is on a mission to become a renowned “centre of excellence”.
Beer prices rise as Chancellor warned duty increase would be 'betrayal'
Industry leaders have warned an increase in alcohol duty in the upcoming Budget would be a “bitter blow” for the sector as beer prices see a 3.8% increase.
CAMRA elects new chairman
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has appointed a new chairman.
Pint ban proposals: ‘pubs should not be the target of punitive measures’
The Government has been urged to reduce the serving size for beer and cider in a bid to boost the nation’s health.
UEFA 2024 could see 200m pints poured in pubs
Pubs showing European football could pour more than 200m pints this season, research from TNT Sports has found.
World beer most popular style in pubs
World beer has become the most popular style within the overall market, research from Heineken UK has revealed.
Review of the Week
'We pay suffocating levels of tax'
The Morning Advertiser's Ed Bedington met up with SIBA boss Andy Slee to get his take on the week's news, from budgetary requests through to brewery successes and failures.
Harvey's beats pre-Covid sales record
Harvey and Son, the Sussex family brewer and pub operator, increased turnover by 8.3% to £24.m in 2023, exceeding pre-covid records.
Jonathan Adnams stepping down as chair
Suffolk-based brewer, Adnams, has announced chairman Jonathan Adnams has stepped down with immediate effect due to health reasons.