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The Pig Hotels launch wines from their own vineyards

Published: 13 August, 2024

The Pig Hotels have unveiled their first wines made from vineyards located in West Sussex and on the Kent-East Sussex border.

Ridgeview earns Gold for Sustainable Practices in Wine Production

Published: 13 August, 2024

After nearly 30 years of producing award-winning wines, Ridgeview, a leading English sparkling wine producer, has been awarded gold by Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB).

Bartenders Guild launches fundraiser to honour founder’s legacy

Published: 13 August, 2024

The UK Bartenders Guild has initiated a fundraising campaign to honour its founder as the organisation approaches its 90th anniversary.

Riots cause major decline in sales as businesses temporarily close

Published: 12 August, 2024

Hospitality sales experienced a sharp decline last Wednesday as violent disorder and the threat of widespread rioting led to many businesses closing their doors and a significant drop in customer turnout.

Mangrove forecasts rich flavours and classic cocktails this winter

Published: 12 August, 2024

As the cooler months approach, premium spirits distributor Mangrove has identified several key trends likely to dominate the drinks scene across the UK this winter.

Joshua Castle: ‘Looking Back, Forging Ahead’

Published: 12 August, 2024

We continue our series with Joshua Castle, group head buyer, Keeling Andrew, Noble Rot and Shrine to the Vine.

Langham takes its low intervention revolution to Liberty

Published: 12 August, 2024

Dorset’s Langham Wine Estate and distributor Liberty Wines have joined forces in an exclusive partnership which will see the latter distribute the former’s portfolio of low intervention, pro-oxidative wines.

US imposes anti-dumping duties on glass wine bottles

Published: 12 August, 2024

The US Department of Commerce (DOC) has announced preliminary anti-dumping duties on glass wine bottles from China, Chile and Mexico, with some duties reaching as high as 218.15%.

Co-op unveils UK’s first fairtrade own-brand rum

Published: 12 August, 2024

Co-op is marking 30 years of supporting Fairtrade with the launch of a limited-edition own-brand rum. The new product, a first for the UK, is available in stores from today (12 August).

Friday Read: Drinks brands and culture – the new opportunity

Published: 09 August, 2024

Ella Palmer, culture & insights executive at creative agency Love, explains why cultural savviness is the key to unlocking the younger generations of drinkers.

Bibendum secures 16 new wine listings at Tesco

Published: 09 August, 2024

Bibendum Off Trade continues to play a significant role in the off-trade sector, building on its established presence in the supermarket wine market with 16 new wine listings at Tesco.

Brett Fleming: ‘Looking Back, Forging Ahead’

Published: 09 August, 2024

We continue our summer Q&A series with Brett Fleming, MD of Armit Wines.

Winemakers react to Hungary’s hottest July

Published: 09 August, 2024

Hungary is grappling with its hottest July on record, prompting winemakers to commence grape harvesting in early August – nearly a month ahead of the usual schedule. According to the National Meteorological Service, this July was the warmest in Hungary since temperature records began in 1901.

Martin Williams among seven new ambassadors at hospitality charity

Published: 08 August, 2024

Only A Pavement Away, a UK charity that assists people facing homelessness by providing employment opportunities in hospitality, has welcomed seven new ambassadors.

Flint Wines partners with Hatch Mansfield to distribute Iconic Wines

Published: 08 August, 2024

Flint Wines has announced it is introducing a new addition to its portfolio to mark a milestone in a strategic partnership with Hatch Mansfield.

Five awarded 2024 Alexa Camus Golden Vines Spirits Scholarships

Published: 08 August, 2024

Camus Cognac, Liquid Icons and the Gérard Basset Foundation have announced the recipients of the 2024 Alexa Camus Golden Vines Scholarships in spirits.

Enotria&Coe bolsters Rioja portfolio with Viña Salceda

Published: 07 August, 2024

Enotria&Coe is boosting its Spanish portfolio with the wines of superstar winemaker David Gonzalez at the Perelada-owned Viña Salceda.

Grupo La Rioja Alta S.A. expands distribution deal with Hallgarten

Published: 07 August, 2024

Wine importer Hallgarten & Novum Wines has broadened its distribution agreement with Grupo La Rioja Alta S.A, a “heavyweight” of the Rioja region.

Michael Saunders: ‘Looking Back, Forging Ahead’

Published: 07 August, 2024

We continue our summer Q&A series with Michael Saunders, CEO of the ever-evolving Coterie Holdings.

Waitrose expands spirits range with Mangrove Global partnership

Published: 06 August, 2024

Mangrove Global is expanding its independent spirits range across the UK through an extended partnership with Waitrose. This will bring five new products to the supermarket's spirits shelves and increase the availability of existing items from VIVIR and the East London Liquor Company.