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news2026-06-22
Keir Starmer resigns as UK prime minister
Keir Starmer has resigned as prime minster of the United Kingdom and leader of the Labour party. In a statement this morning, the outgoing prime minster said that “every decision I have taken has been about putting the country first” and that is why he was resigning as leader of the Labour Party. He explained:...
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Rebranded accreditation aims to raise draught beer standards
A new industry-backed accreditation backed by the national brewers is designed to bring together cellar hygiene, staff training, clean glassware and serve standards to help pubs deliver a consistently great pint. Cask Marque is rebranding its all-beer accreditation, Beer Marque, as the Perfect Pint Promise following extensive consumer research and an industry trial. Cask Marque...
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Neptune Brewery marks new chapter with brand refresh
Liverpool-based Neptune Brewery is celebrating more than 10 years in the industry with a refreshed new look. The independent business has long been known for its trademark trident, making its vegan-friendly beers instantly recognisable in pubs and bars across the country. Since launching in 2015, Neptune has built a strong and dependable reputation in a...
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news2026-06-19
‘Beer Drinker of the Year’ crowned by All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group
The All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group has named Ryan Sabey, deputy political editor at The Sun, as its ‘Beer Drinker of the Year’ for 2026. This is the first time this award has been granted to a journalist. Sabey has been deputy Political Editor at The Sun since 2022. Part of the paper’s politics team since...
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El Supremo Rum sets eyes on UK on-trade
Paraguayan rum El Supremo is expanding its presence in the UK on-trade with a series of activations and new listings throughout London The post El Supremo Rum sets eyes on UK on-trade appeared first on The Spirits Business .
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news2026-06-19
Homebrew porter to hit Bristol taps
A porter that that started life in a homebrew competition has gained a commercial release in Bristol thanks to a local brewery. Basement Beer, the independent microbrewery and taproom at the heart of Stokes Croft in Bristol, has released Dusk, a porter brewed in collaboration with the Bristol and Southwest Homebrew Collab Club. The beer...
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news2026-06-19
Brewery to spearhead London market revival
German Kraft Brewery has been appointed to operate the revival of the popular Model Market in Lewisham, London. The development, which is scheduled to open later in the summer, is expected to be a street food destination that will also be a hub for traders, local creatives and the wider community. As the site operator,...
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news2026-06-18
Oxford brewers make charitable donation
The Oxford Brewers Alliance, non-profit collective of breweries based in the Oxford region, have donated £12,000 to four charities following a successful Oxford Beer Bash. The alliance, which works together to support the local beer industry and community, made the donation after its Oxford Beer Bash at an award event which took place at Hook...
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news2026-06-18
‘Drastic Dave’ begins Diageo restructure
Diageo has addressed a report that CEO Dave Lewis will cut jobs at the British drinks firm, and confirmed the departure of its UK managing director The post ‘Drastic Dave’ begins Diageo restructure appeared first on The Spirits Business .
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news2026-06-18
London’s Eagle Bar opens terrace
The Eagle Bar at The Chancery Rosewood hotel has revealed a new dual space with views of Hyde Park and Grosvenor Square The post London’s Eagle Bar opens terrace appeared first on The Spirits Business .
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news2026-06-18
CAMRA welcomes government scheme to help pubs
A new government’s ‘Community Right to Buy Fund’ has been described as a potentially “game-changing lifeline” for community groups that want to save their local. CAMRA said the £61 million fund means community groups could take ownership of their local pub which is at risk of being sold, converted or demolished. The campaign has made...
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Pubs set for major boost following start of World Cup
The football World Cup is set to be a boon for UK pubs, new research shows. With Scotland getting off to a winning start over last weekend and following England’s first win against Croatia, Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association, said pubs are already seeing the benefit. She said: “Thanks to...
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news2026-06-17
Brains Brewery to open new Cardiff venue
Brains Brewery is set to open a new venue located at the former home of the historic business in Cardiff city centre. The Old Brewery aims to celebrate Welsh brewing heritage while toasting the future, and is the culmination of a partnership with Heineken and Welsh pubco, Breaking Brands The venue marks a return to...
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New e-learning platform for brewers launched
A new e-learning platform that is designed to give brewers and QC professionals access to brewing sensory and microbiology training has been launched. Nexus from Cara Technology, the provider of sensory training, proficiency testing, and technical support, “translates thirty years of hands-on work with the world’s brewers into structured, self-paced online courses,” the company said....
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news2026-06-17
Brixton Brewery aims to capitalise on sector growth with fruit lager launch
Brixton Brewery has launched Electric Tropical Lager, a 4% ABV fruit-flavoured lager designed to help on-trade operators take advantage of the category’s rapid growth. Inspired by the fruit stalls of Brixton’s Electric Avenue, the recipe combines the crisp taste of lager with a unique blend of tropical flavours including mango, pineapple, a hint of ginger...
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news2026-01-04
Review: Ninefold Scottish Oak 3 Years Old
New year, old me! What a better way to kick start 2026 than with a very special bottle of rum from Ninefold Distillery. I have seen Dr. Kit Carruthers at the 2025 UK RumFest and, as promised, I purchased a bottle of his newest release – I haven’t opened it yet, so I thought my … More Review: Ninefold Scottish Oak 3 Years Old
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news2025-08-07
The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary
The reinstatement of the scheme, which provides fully-funded training for drinks sector employees, comes as the hospitality industry grapples with recruitment and retention issues, with recent data revealing more than 80,000 vacancies across hospitality roles. The post The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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Review: Retribution Cask Aged Pure Single Rum – 3 Years Old (Cask 001 Rum Club Edition)
Hello kids, I am back! For various personal reasons I have taken a break from most things rum (except drinking some) for about 6 months, but I never planned to let it go, so here I am with the first review of this year. I thought it was only appropriate to mark my “grand” comeback … More Review: Retribution Cask Aged Pure Single Rum – 3 Years Old (Cask 001 Rum Club Edition)
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news2024-10-07
Review: J. Gow Fading Light XO
Described as the oldest UK produced rum on the market, J. Gow Fading Light XO is a bottle I just had to purchase. I’m a massive fan of Collin van Schayk and his J. Gow rums so I have quite the expectations from this one. J. Gow is made in Orkney, Scotland and its name … More Review: J. Gow Fading Light XO
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news2024-06-17
Pasqua Wines & Saatchi Gallery’s Eco-Art ‘Metamorphosis’
On Wednesday, May 29th, the award-winning Italian winery Pasqua organised a Private View of the new group show, ‘Metamorphosis: Innovation in Eco-photography & Film,’ at the renowned Saatchi Gallery. The show offered an inspiring convergence of art and sustainability, complemented by exquisite wines from Pasqua. An Exhibition of Sustainable Innovation ‘Metamorphosis’ highlighted diverse artistic approaches... View Article The post Pasqua Wines & Saatchi Gallery’s Eco-Art ‘Metamorphosis’ appeared first on Winerist Magazine .
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Keir Starmer resigns as UK prime minister

Rebranded accreditation aims to raise draught beer standards

Neptune Brewery marks new chapter with brand refresh

‘Beer Drinker of the Year’ crowned by All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group

El Supremo Rum sets eyes on UK on-trade

Homebrew porter to hit Bristol taps

Brewery to spearhead London market revival

Oxford brewers make charitable donation

‘Drastic Dave’ begins Diageo restructure

London’s Eagle Bar opens terrace

CAMRA welcomes government scheme to help pubs

Pubs set for major boost following start of World Cup

Brains Brewery to open new Cardiff venue

New e-learning platform for brewers launched

Brixton Brewery aims to capitalise on sector growth with fruit lager launch

Review: Ninefold Scottish Oak 3 Years Old

The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary

Review: Retribution Cask Aged Pure Single Rum – 3 Years Old (Cask 001 Rum Club Edition)

Review: J. Gow Fading Light XO

Pasqua Wines & Saatchi Gallery’s Eco-Art ‘Metamorphosis’