All Drink articles – Page 4
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NewsDouble digit growth for Heineken in the UK
Heineken N.V.’s beer volumes saw double digit growth, boosted by UK sales, according to a Q3 2019 trading update.
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NewsFormer Diageo CEO joins Brockmans
Former Diageo CEO Paul Walsh has taken a stake in super-premium gin maker Brockmans.
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NewsChapel Down loses £1.7m amid investment drive
Chapel Down Group has reported year on year combined sales up 21% to £6.744m, for the six months to 30 June.
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NewsAG Barr sees revenue decline in ‘disappointing’ first half
AG Barr has seen revenue for the six months to 27 July 2019 decline from £136.9m in H1 last year, to £122.5m, following what it described as an “unprecedented year” for the soft drinks industry in 2018.
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NewsStar Pubs introduces own label and ethical wine ranges
Star Pubs & Bars has introduced its own Italian and ethical wine ranges as part of a large-scale range review.
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NewsDiageo acquires majority stake in Seedlip
The increasing popularity of non-alcoholic cocktails has prompted Diageo to acquire a significant majority shareholding in Seedlip.
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NewsFever-Tree revenue up 13% as trend for long mixed drinks gains momentum
Fever-Tree achieved a 13% increase in revenue in the six months to 30 June 2019, to £117.7m.
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OpinionLeap of faith
The difference between punk idealists BrewDog and Chapel Down’s Curious Brewery is not quite as vast as one might believe. Gareth Bath explains what’s happening with his new calling. The Morning Advertiser’s Stuart Stone reports.
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Diageo exploring ‘third space opportunities’
Diageo has detailed plans to grow in ‘third space’ outlets that blend hospitality and retail, as well as food delivery apps.
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NewsAsahi welcomes Fuller’s brands to portfolio
Asahi has welcomed the arrival of the first range of cask ales and ciders into its UK Super Premium Beer portfolio following its acquisition of the Fuller’s Beer Company.
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NewsBrewDog to expand distilling arm
BrewDog is to expand its distilling business, which currently comes under its Lone Wolf brand.
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NewsLow alcohol craft beer sales up 381% in past two years
No and low alcohol craft beer sales have rocketed 381% in the past two years – although form a low base - a new report has shown.
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NewsFourpure owner Lion acquires Magic Rock
Australian-headquartered food and beverage company Lion has acquired 100% of UK craft brewer Magic Rock Brewing Company.
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NewsMajestic to close stores as it focuses on Naked
Wine retailer Majestic has announced a transformation plan which will see it focus on growth in its online arm, Naked, while releasing capital from its eponymous brand through store closures and sales.
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NewsYoung swaps Fuller’s for St Austell
St Austell Brewery has hired Georgina Young as the new head brewer for Bath Ales.
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NewsBeer sales saw biggest increase for 45 years in 2018
Beer sales saw the biggest year-on-year increase for 45 years in 2018, according to the latest Beer Barometer sales data from the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA).
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Analysis & InsightOne in five Brits took part in Dry January
One in five Britons is estimated to have taken part in Dry January this year but buoyant sales of soft drinks and low/no-alcohol options are offering operators routes to sales growth.
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NewsBrewers in ‘squeezed middle’ urge rates reform
The Coalition of Small Brewers has accused SIBA of seeking to block meaningful reform of Small Breweries’ Relief.
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Analysis & InsightMajority of cask drinkers want cooler pints
The Cask Report 2018 has shown there is an appetite among consumers for cask beer served at a lower temperature.
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Opinion'Extreme' US brewers eye UK craft legacy
Founders Brewing Co’s Mike Stevens speaks to MCA about the inspiration between the US and UK, building a legacy brewery and the benefits of selling out