Niche beers see trademarks reach record number
A record number of trademarks were registered for beer last year, with a jump of 6% more registrations than in 2017.
Archives for November 25, 2019
Opinion
'If you want to retain the wide-eyed joy of the early days, you have to work at it'
Pete Brown rocks out on ‘Dip Day’, a rollicking bus ride exploring the history of Lagunitas in Petaluma, California.
Community pubs plea for recognition in election
Many community pubs act as a lifeline for residents of rural areas with little else around them. Ahead of the general election on 12 December, The Morning Advertiser asked the volunteers and publicans behind the bar at these sites what they would say to...
My Shout
Amazon needs to be transparent for pubs to use services
It’s not been the most encouraging entry to the market from Amazon with a dearth of information and a disappointing lack of transparency, says Matchpint co-founder Dom Collingwood.
Little Interview
UK drinkers ‘cynical and sceptical’ of no-and-low alcohol beer
Despite British drinkers being generally less receptive to lower ABV brews than consumers on the continent, Lucky Saint founder Luke Boase believes the gap could soon close.
Rum set to be next big spirit in 2020
Sales of dark and golden rums are on the rise as in the 12 months to June 2019, dark rums were worth £127m and golden rums £383m, according to a new report.
Early Xmas celebrations could bump up sales
Christmas could come early this year as Brits get into the festive spirit, starting their celebrations before they normally would, according to CGA analysis.
Admiral acquisition of 137 Marston’s pubs complete
The board of Admiral Taverns has confirmed the completion of the acquisition of 137 pubs from Marston’s.
Licensing Hub – Legal with Poppleston Allen
Legal Q&A: Lapse of licence, bankruptcy and extension of hours
The latest legal Q&A from specialist licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen covers lapse of licence, the impact of bankruptcy on a licence and applications for extended hours.
Licensing Hub – Legal with Poppleston Allen
Top tips: dealing with unpredictable customers
At this time of year, it is worthwhile reminding operators that Christmas and new year attract office parties and celebrations that will likely take place at licensed premises.
Licensing Hub – Legal with Poppleston Allen
Out for a drink? Someone is likely watching you – or they soon will be
Police enthusiasm for CCTV coverage of licensed premises remains undampened.