Alcoholic Beverage

Soft drinks sales to boom during Christmas

14-Nov-2017 By Michelle Perrett

Almost half of consumers (45%) are set to buy more soft drinks over the Christmas period, research from Britvic has revealed.

Staff 'could be drinking in ways that may be harmful'

14-Nov-2017 By Michelle Perrett

Drinkaware is calling on operators to ‘look after their own' and ensure that staff are being protected from potential alcohol harm.

Is draught beer in supermarkets another threat to the on-trade?

13-Nov-2017 By James Beeson

Christmas shopping is often thirsty work and, for some, a crisp pint at the end of it is the only thing that makes the prospect bearable.

The Drinks List: Top Brands To Stock webinar launches

13-Nov-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Be the first to discover which drinks and trends are driving sales in the on-trade by tuning into The Morning Advertiser’s (MA) Drinks List: Top Brands To Stock free webinar this Thursday (16 November).

Never Miss a Sale: How to make the most of the alcohol-free trend

10-Nov-2017 By Stuart Stone

Head over to Patisserie Valerie, Spitalfields, east London, on Friday 24 November for a free-entry brunch and insight into the clamour for 0% products.

Beer Academy relaunched as the Beer & Cider Academy

09-Nov-2017 By James Beeson

The Beer Academy has relaunched itself as the Beer & Cider Academy, with a fresh look, a new cider offering and a leading presenter.

Tis the season to be jolly: How pubs can make the most of the Christmas party period

07-Nov-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

While Bing Crosby dreamed of a White Christmas, operators need to do more than dream in order to get their festive wishes.

How futuristic technology is already making waves in pubs

07-Nov-2017 By Katie Coyne

With Blade Runner 2049 showing in cinemas, futuristic technology is a hot topic. But how might robots, virtual reality or even artificial intelligence work in pubs?

Underage alcohol sales in UK pubs hit record low

06-Nov-2017 By Stuart Stone

A survey of more than 12,000 schoolchildren has revealed that the number of underage alcohol purchases taking place in the UK’s pubs is at an all-time low.

In association with Coca-Cola European Partners

10 years of Coca-Cola's Designated Driver campaign

06-Nov-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Criminal court cases of drink-driving have reduced over the years but pubs still have an important role to play in lowering them further – especially around Christmas. Promoting a designated driver scheme over the festive period is not only responsible,...

Alcohol-free beer ‘will make up 10% of the market’

02-Nov-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Alcohol-free beer will make up 10% of total beer sales in the near future, a specialist brewer has told The Morning Advertiser after signing a deal to supply 190 pubs with St Peter’s 'Without' range.

Alcohol taxes are a cash cow for Government, say public

30-Oct-2017 By James Beeson

Just one in ten people believe that increased taxes on alcohol go towards helping those who misuse the substance, according to new research by alcohol consumer organisation Drinkers’ Voice.

Future drinks trends: tapping into a health kick

24-Oct-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Predicting the next big thing is a lot easier said than done. However, there is general agreement at the moment that people are increasingly health conscious and that pubs and bars would be well advised to cater for this trend.

Autumn Budget 2017

Pub industry at risk without major tax changes, warn pub groups

19-Oct-2017 By Claire Churchard

The future of pubs and thousands of jobs linked to them are at risk if the Chancellor does not tackle “disproportionate” taxes in the Autumn Budget next month, a joint letter from eight leading pub organisations has said.

Nearly half of Brits drinking less than last year

16-Oct-2017 By James Beeson

Nearly half (44%) of British people are drinking less when going out than this time last year, according to new research.

The ultimate cocktail recipes guide 2017

The Ultimate Cocktail Recipes Guide - Volume One

29-Sep-2017 By Nathan Bamsey

Cuba Libre or Negroni? We've worked alongside some of the finest drinks suppliers to bring you our Ultimate Cocktail Guide

What's on at the Bar and Pub Show?

29-Sep-2017 By Georgina Townshend

Thousands of guests are getting ready to visit The Bar & Pub Show, The Restaurant Show, Conscious Hospitality Show and Catering Equipment Expo next week.

Drinking in moderation is 'good' claims Drinkers' Voice chair

21-Sep-2017 By Michelle Perrett

Drinking in moderation is good for people and moderate drinking causes no harm, the new chair of consumer group Drinkers' Voice has claimed in an interview with The Morning Advertiser.

AB InBev announces UK alcohol-free Budweiser launch

15-Sep-2017 By James Beeson

Global drinks giant AB InBev is to launch an alcohol-free version of Budweiser in the UK later this year.

JD Wetherspoon boss: VAT ‘militates against pubs’

13-Sep-2017 By James Beeson

Pubs are being penalised unfairly by VAT on food and drink, according to JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin.

JDW to slash prices for Tax Equality Day

11-Sep-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Pub giant JD Wetherspoon (JDW) is cutting the prices of food and drink at its 900 sites by 7.5% on Wednesday 20 September to highlight the benefit that a VAT reduction would bring to the trade.

Posh plonk sales up in branded pubs

05-Sep-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Brits are spending more to guzzle premium alcoholic drinks in branded pubs and fancy upmarket bars, CGA Alcohol Sales Tracker report data shows.

Dorset village pub to open after long closure

30-Aug-2017 By Fred A'Court

Traditional village pubs are here to stay and can still bring great rewards providing owners adapt to changing consumer needs, according to property specialist Christie & Co.

In association with Old Mout

Old Mout grows Young’s fruit cider category sales

30-Aug-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Fruit cider plays a pivotal part of many a pub’s cider offer, having seen strong growth over the last few years.

More than just child’s play

25-Aug-2017 By Emma Eversham

You don’t have to install a state-of-the-art soft play centre, radically adjust your menu or ignore other customer groups to attract the family market to your pub

Kingsland Drinks lambasted over packaging for 'appealing to under-18s'

24-Aug-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

On-trade wine supplier Kingsland Drinks has come under fire after complainants argued one of its wine products was not clearly labelled as containing alcohol and could, therefore, appeal to children.

Meet the GBPA nominees: Best Spirits Bar/Pub sponsored by Diageo

21-Aug-2017 By Ed Bedington

We’re into our final set of previews of the finalists in this year’s John Smith’s Great British Pub Awards. Today, here are the nominees in the Best Spirit Bar/Pub category, sponsored by Diageo

Ready-to-drink: ready to develop?

21-Aug-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

The ready-to-drink category has struggled in recent years but is moving in the right direction. The big question now is whether the segment will ever return to the heights it achieved in the 1990s. 

Drinks: what is premium?

21-Aug-2017 By Andrew Don

Premium drinks offer potential for enhanced profits, but when is a drink ‘premium’ and when is it not? The answer isn’t always clear cut.

Meet the GBPA nominees: Best Sports Pub sponsored by Sky

21-Aug-2017 By Ed Bedington

Up next in our previews of the finalists in this year’s John Smith’s Great British Pub Awards are the nominees in the Best Sports Pub category, sponsored by Sky.

Brits’ taste for Cognac on the rise

18-Aug-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Cognac exports have reached their highest ever levels, with British businesses growing their share of take up.

Over 55s staying away from the pub and drinking at home

18-Aug-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Over 55s are more likely to drink at home instead of going to a traditional British pub, new YouGov research has claimed in its Getting in-home drinkers to go out report.

8 problems only bar staff will understand

17-Aug-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Bar staff can be put through the mill at times, having to deal with rude customers, expected to create miracles and all with a smile on their face.

UK's first alcohol-free drinks festival attracts 2,500 attendees

16-Aug-2017 By James Beeson

The UK’s first ever ‘mindful drinking’ festival took place in London on Sunday (13 August).

North-west pub operator Ian Molyneux opens fifth site

15-Aug-2017 By Fred A'Court

North-west pub operator Ian Molyneux is halfway to his goal of creating a 10-strong pub group. 

60% of customers want accurate allergen information when eating out

15-Aug-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Three in five consumers (60%) believe the ability to view up-to-date and accurate allergen information is important to their dining experience, according to a recent study.

Premium cider eyes sparkling wine market segment

07-Aug-2017 By James Beeson

Premium-quality cider ought to be considered in the same bracket as sparkling wine, according to one of the UK’s leading drinks experts. 

Drink drive casualties on the rise

04-Aug-2017 By James Beeson

The number of people seriously injured in drink drive accidents has risen by 9% over the space of a year, according to the latest statistics from the Department for Transport (DfT). 

Hungry Horse school bag promotion earns rap from ad watchdog

02-Aug-2017 By Ed Bedington

Greene King has come under fire from advertising watchdogs after promotional leaflets for a Hungry Horse site was sent out in school bags.

Drinking alcohol ‘most days’ can reduce diabetes risk

28-Jul-2017 By James Beeson

Having a drink on three or four days per week may reduce the risk of diabetes by over 30%, according to a new study. 

Alcohol sales clampdown call is 'rehash of old ideas'

25-Jul-2017 By Fred A'Court

A research organisation’s report calling for tighter measures on alcohol sales has been labelled a rehash of demands that campaigning groups have been making for the past 10 years.

Bar deals with customer TripAdvisor review in the best possible way

25-Jul-2017 By James Beeson

A popular bar in Bristol has responded to a customer's criticism on TripAdvisor by naming a cocktail after his review. 

In association with Diageo

Set up for spirit success

25-Jul-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

While your operation may be known for serving the best Mojito or the region’s greatest gin and tonic, there are many operational areas that could negatively impact your trade and profit. Nicholas Robinson reports.

New study reveals 'ongoing importance of pubs' to the UK

21-Jul-2017 By Georgina Townshend

More than half of all pubgoers champion their local pub as the place for food and drink, with one in five visiting between once and three times a week, a study has found.

One in five diners consider alcohol in deciding where to eat

18-Jul-2017 By James Beeson

Alcoholic drink options are becoming increasingly important in diners choice of restaurants, according to new research by William Grant & Sons. 

Spirit sales drive on-trade growth

17-Jul-2017 By James Beeson

Spirit sales accounted for over half (55%) of all growth in on-trade alcoholic drinks sales in the last year, according to new research by William Grant & Sons.

711 drinks-led pubs closed in the past 12 months

14-Jul-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Mainstream drinks-led pubs, of which 711 have closed in the past 12 months, are driving down the overall healthy performance of the spirits category, new figures claim.

‘Government will see pub struggles’, says new Beer Group chair

12-Jul-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

New All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG) chair Mike Wood has vowed to show Government the everyday struggles pubs face in a bid to bring back growth to the sector.

Chambord targets new audience with London pop-up pub

11-Jul-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

A new pop-up pub by premium French black raspberry liqueur Chambord is set to open its doors in the capital this week (Thursday 13 July).

Generation Z ‘too awkward for pubs’

05-Jul-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

The next generation suffers from an obsession with social media and a limited desire to drink, which puts visiting the pub almost to the bottom of the list of where they want to spend their time.