Russia

Carlsberg shares 'heartbreak' as Russian staff arrested

21-Nov-2023 By Rebecca Weller

Carlsberg has shared its “heartbreak” after two members of staff at its Russian brewery were arrested on suspicion on fraud, branding the allegations against them as “fake”.

UK pubs offer help to war-torn Ukraine

02-Mar-2022 By Amelie Maurice-Jones

Pubs and bars across the country have acted in support of Ukraine as the country continues to resist a military invasion from Russia.

Venues ditch Russian drinks in support for Ukraine

02-Mar-2022 By Amelie Maurice-Jones

Operators across the UK have banned Russian-made products in a bid to show support for Ukraine, as Russian forces continue a devastating attack on the country.

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Red Square launches new pre-mix flavours into on-trade

20-May-2016 By Nicholas Robinson

Red Square Vodka pre-mix cans have been launched into the on-trade by owner Halewood Wines and Spirits for the first time.

Pub gets global coverage for beer garden ‘safety’ tents

05-Feb-2014 By Lewis Brown

A Worcestershire licensee said she hopes global media coverage of her idea to have tents in her pub garden for customers will put her business and town on the map.

Carlsberg wins UK market share after strong on-trade performance

19-Feb-2013 By John Harrington

Carlsberg, the global brewer, saw UK volumes fall 3% in 2012, although a “good performance” in the on-trade helped grow its market share in the country.

Guinness dreams of a white and black Christmas

14-Dec-2011 By Matthew Moggridge

A £2 million media campaign for Guinness forms the backbone of Diageo’s masterplan to drive festive beer sales and satisfy hard-to-please men in the prezzie department.

Inventive reports increased losses

13-Oct-2011 By John Harrington

Inventive Leisure, the Revolution Vodka Bar operator, saw pre-tax losses increase in the year to 30 June 2011 after incurring an £880,000 impairment charge and higher interest payments.

New vodka Zorokovich 1917 to restablish family dynasty

14-Dec-2010 By Claire Dodd Claire

An independent filmmaker has launched a new vodka brand after discovering his ancestors once owned a once prosperous distillery in the Ukraine. Dan...

Russian Standard goes for gold

12-Apr-2010 By Sonya Hook

A premium variant of Russian Standard vodka has arrived on UK shores — Russian Standard Gold.

S&N sees further growth in Russian business

07-Nov-2007 By Hamish Champ

Scottish & Newcastle (S&N) today said it believes there is considerably more growth to come from Russia's beer market.Announcing third...

S&N chairman to outline future plans

26-Apr-2007

Scottish & Newcastle produced a 'robust' set of results for 2006, chairman Sir Brian Stewart will tell today's Annual General Meeting. Sir Brian...

Fosters to launch new citrus lager in pubs

18-Apr-2006 By Iain O'Neil

Scottish & Newcastle has announced plans to launch a new citrus Fosters on the market just days after buying the brand in Europe. The new lager,...

Kalashnikov: Portman, don't ban my vodka'

03-Mar-2005

by John Harrington The 85-year-old Russian military hero Mikhail Kalashnikov, who created the famous AK-47 rifle, wrote a personal letter to the...

Wait for Interbrew's knock-on effect

11-Mar-2004

With one bound Interbrew last week became the biggest beer maker on the planet. The Belgian-based company, best known for Stella Artois, has...

Takeover challenges

20-Nov-2003

Not so long ago SABMiller was regarded as the poor relation of the international brewing community. True, it dominated the South African brewing and...

Russian vodka row sparks supply fears

05-Mar-2001

Efforts by the Russian government to nationalise the Stolichnaya brand may lead to future UK distribution problems for First Drinks Brands and Allied...