Cider
Bottled cider trends report: the joy of six
The cider revival of the past few years has rivalled the craft movement in beer in its meteoric rise, with the category worth an estimated £2.7bn.
Archives for September 13, 2015
£35k challenge to replace food with powder
A meal-replacement firm has challenged consumers to replace their traditional diets for a year with its powdered food range for £35,000 to discover its impact lifestyles.
Pubs in the news
Pubs in the papers: Corbyn, arson, mass brawl...and Man U player eats at Wetherspoons
The PMA looks at the good, bad, weird and wonderful action that publicans handle on a daily basis up and down the country.
Five-second rule is false: scientists
Scientists have debunked the myth that food dropped on the floor for five-seconds or less is still safe to eat.
Punch
Punch tenant calls for more pubco support
A Punch Taverns tenant has urged pub companies to provide more support after falling behind with rent payments and being asked to leave her pub after seven years.
Scotch
Old Pulteney adds second peaty whisky to range
Old Pulteney Single Malt Scotch Whisky has added its second peated whisky - the Old Pulteney 1989.
What are Jeremy Corbyn's views on pubs?
Jeremy Corbyn, the new leader of the Opposition, is a teetotaller, and despite delivering his victory speech in a Westminster pub, he hasn’t spoken often on them in parliament. But that hasn’t stopped him supporting a wide range of pub-related motions in...
Wadworth appoint new chief executive
Former managing director of Spirit Leased, Chris Welham, is to become the new chief executive of Wadworth & Co.
Craft Beer Co reports 22% turnover uplift
Craft beer bar operator Craft Beer Co has reported an uplift of 22% in its turnover across its six bars as it prepares to make its debut in the City.
Oakman Inns & Restaurants launches Christmas portfolio
Oakman Inns & Restaurants has launched its Christmas party portfolio, featuring menus devised by ex-British Larder chef owner Ross Pike.
Five bartenders compete for cocktail crown
Funkin has selected five bartenders to compete for the 'Innovation Champion' title, where the winner will have the opportunity to work with the firm on a paid, part-time freelance basis for one year.
Royal visit for community pub saved from bankruptcy
A Hudswell pub that battled back from bankruptcy has had the royal seal of approval following a visit from HRH the Prince of Wales.
Publican calls on trade for help after devastating fire ravages his pub
A Dorset publican has appealed for the trade’s help after a fire ravaged his pub, potentially leaving his family homeless.