Large pub chains at risk of serious financial damage
Pubs face twin risks from consumer weakness and rising input costs, leading global banking giant HSBC to downgrade its ratings for JD Wetherspoon and Greene King last week.
Archives for August 31, 2017
Greene King pub gets zero rating for food hygiene
A Greene King pub has been awarded a zero food-hygiene rating and has been required to make major improvement in its food safety management and food handling methods, just days after a new manager took on the site.
England face Malta in World Cup qualifying action
There might not be any Premier League football this weekend, but Gareth Southgate’s England team is in World Cup qualifying action, plus the Aviva Premiership London double header, a full day of T20 cricket action and the Italian Formula 1 Grand Prix...
BrewDog brings back 32% ABV Tactical Nuclear Penguin beer
Craft brewery and bar-chain owner BrewDog has announced the return of two of its highest-strength beers.
What sports pubs need to know about the transfer window
Last night, Sky Sports’ Jim White loosened his bright yellow tie, took a long, deep breath and brought another hectic transfer window to a shuddering halt. But what will your customers be talking about in the coming weeks and months? And were your local...
Butcombe releases Pioneer as on-trade exclusive
Butcombe Brewing Company has launched new golden pale ale Pioneer as an on-trade exclusive in nine-gallon casks.
BrewDog to open more London bars
Craft beer brewer and pub operator BrewDog has its sights set on opening a new London venue, according to reports.
Vimto CEO sees purple gold for soft drink's future
Some see challenges that can not be overcome, while others, such as Marnie Millard, chief executive officer of multinational soft drinks business Nichols, see a chance to grow.