CAMRA
CAMRA Revitalisation: survey for licensees released
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) is asking for the opinions of licensees as it continues its Revitalisation process.
Archives for October 25, 2016
Beer
16 of the world’s best beers revealed
A staggering 16 beers have been recognised by the International Wine and Spirit Challenge (IWSC) group as the world’s best.
Research
Consumers staying out later and spending £60 a night
A new Night Index research project launched by the Deltic Group has shown that despite the increasing importance of social media, 58% of customers still rely on word of mouth to choose where they spend their night out.
Ready to drink
Global Brands hits out at ASA's ruling on Hooch
Global Brands has hit out at a ruling by the advertising watchdog to ban an ad that formed part of its Hooch #OutrageouslyRefreshing campaign.
Free-from food
Extra '£5k profit' in pubs from vegan food
A meat and dairy alternative company that is growing in popularity in UK pubs has launched a ‘joint of lamb’ and ‘chorizo sausages’ specially for eateries, following an uptick in demand for vegan and vegetarian products in pubs.
ACVs
Pubs minister urges communities to save locals
Community groups should come forward for funding to run their locals, pubs minister Andrew Percy has told The Morning Advertiser.
Publican Awards
Publican Awards - how to win Responsible Retailer of the Year
The Morning Advertiser is once again looking for the best in the industry for the Publican Awards 2017. Alongside all of the traditional categories, we also want to remind you to self-nominate for the Responsible Retailer of the Year award, sponsored by...
BREXIT
Post-Brexit wine price fears: a storm brewing or scaremongering?
Wine experts have warned that the severe economic uncertainty left by Britain’s vote to leave the EU is likely to disrupt the UK’s wine industry and raise prices. But how tangible will the knock-on effect be on UK pubs and should licensees be worried?
BEER
No animals were harmed in the making of these beers: 5 of the top vegan brews
Vegans may not yet have the collective purchasing power that gluten-free customers now wield in the pub sector, but demand for beers totally devoid of animal products is steadily growing.
government
Gaming machines consultation: ALMR to push for 'more attractive offer'
The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has said it will call for a 'more attractive offer' on gaming machines in pubs as part of Government consultation on the issue.
My Shout
Community pubs - the great success story?
The presumed death of the great British local has been a popular subject in headlines for many years - especially on slow news days. While it's true that wet-led pubs can no longer open their doors with a 'they'll just come' attitude, that's not the...
Cider
Bulmers to return bottling to Herefordshire
As the 2016 harvest rolls in at the cider mill in Ledbury, the bottling of Bulmers ciders has returned to its original home in Hereford.
Whisky
New Chivas blend to tap into cocktail market
Pernod Ricard has launched a new blend of Chivas Regal featuring five famous Speyside malts.
Legislation
Campaigners demand city-wide pub protection for Brighton
Campaigners trying to save a Brighton freehouse that was turned into a furniture shop 'overnight' have called on the local council to protect the city’s pubs.
Halloween
Ghouls, spice and everything nice: how to boost your drinks offer this Halloween
One in five adults will be celebrating Halloween this year, according to Green King’s Leisure Spend Tracker.