Cider sales up by 2% thanks to fruit cider growth
Cider and perry in the on-trade is now worth £1.94bn, an amount that has been driven by sales of 2,930,472hl (hectolitres) and is at 1.9% moving annual total (MAT) growth, according to a new report.
Archives for April 5, 2019
Licensees claim business rates system is ‘broken’
Almost three quarters (72%) of publicans have said the business rates system is unfair to pubs, according to a survey compiled by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).
Novichok pub back in business
A pub that found itself at the centre of the Salisbury nerve agent poisoning last year has reopened after an extensive refurbishment.
BrewDog acquires Berlin taproom and brewery from Stone Brewing
Independent Scottish brewer and pub operator BrewDog has announced the acquisition of Stone Brewing’s brewery and taproom in Berlin.
New course offered to Ei Group managers
Ei Group will now offer new training to develop the skills of senior managers further.
MA500 Manchester line-up revealed
The second MA500 event of 2019 is shaping up nicely and we can now announced the stellar line-up for the conference at the Principal hotel in Manchester.
Brooklyn Brewery launches low-alcohol variant in the UK
Following its success in Europe, Brooklyn Brewery is launching its flagship low-alcohol beer in the UK next month.
Bedlam Brewery brings back SMaSH hit ale
Sussex-based Bedlam Brewery has brought back its SMaSH (Single Malt and Single Hops) 4.4% ABV seasonal special cask ale.
Seaside town residents fight pub name change
Residents of a coastal Yorkshire town have urged Star Pubs & Bars to not change the name of an historic pub.
Cider lowdown: how's the category performing?
Cider remains a growing category but there is more work to do when it comes to the traditional apple variant and perry.
Toby Carvery slashed the price of a roast by half to £3.74
Mitchells & Butlers-owned chain Toby Carvery halved the cost of its roast dinner to £3.74 for one day only this week (3 April).
BrewDog looking to open DogHouse hotel in the UK
Scottish brewer and operator BrewDog has announced it is looking to open a ‘craft beer hotel’ in London.
Robinsons pumps £1.2m into pub revamp
A popular Welsh pub has reopened its doors following a £1.2m investment from Robinsons Brewery.
JDW opens £1.3m bar at Stansted Airport pub
Pub giant JD Wetherspoon (JDW) opened a new bar at its pub, the Windmill, at Stansted Airport this week (3 April).
Cannabis-flavoured vodka to debut in the UK
As the trend for cannabis-infused drinks soars in popularity, a new vodka – infused with cannabis oil – will be available to sample in the UK this month.
Franklin & Sons ‘flavour collection’ tonics launches
Franklin & Sons has unveiled a new four-pack tonic water range in an attempt to create a unique drinking experience for consumers.
UK’s hospitality gender pay gap narrows by 2% in past year
According to figures from luxury hospitality recruitment company The Change Group, the average salary of female hospitality staff has increased at a faster rate than male counterparts to narrow the sector’s gender pay gap.
Pubs, bars and restaurants can help revive seaside towns
Industry bodies UKHospitality (UKH) and the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) have welcomed a new report by the House of Lords Select Committee on regenerating seaside towns and communities.
Star Pubs & Bars to reopen Brighton pub after £314,000 investment
The Setting Sun pub is set to open its doors once again in time for Easter under the guidance of new licensees following a £314,000 renovation.
The Coaching Inn Group sales increase by 24%
The Coaching Inn Group has reported a 24% increase in sales over the 52-week period ending 31 March 2019.
Pernod Ricard commits to gender balanced management teams by 2030
Drinks giant Pernod Ricard has an unveiled eight-point sustainability and responsibility plan to tackle pressing issues such as the environment, gender equality and alcohol abuse.