InBev Bud deal on track despite profits slump

InBev has reported a third-quarter drop in profits of nearly 14% as the cost of making and packaging beer soars.

EU ruling puts low-alcohol wine on UK shelves

A new EU ruling will see more low alcohol wines on UK shelves.

CAMRA attacks Carlsberg's decision to close Leeds brewery

Beer consumer group the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has attacked the decision by Carlsberg to close it's Tetley Brewery in Leeds by 2011.

Government pledges £6 million to tackle alcohol mis-use

The government has announced details of a £6 million campaign to help problem drinkers.

Veuve Clicquot opens bar in Harrods

Veuve Clicquot is opening its first champagne bar and boutique at London's Harrods store.

Johnnie Walker ads scoop string of awards

Johnnie Walker has won a string of awards for a campaign that has helped boost global sales by 48% over the past eight years.

170 jobs to go as Carlsberg shuts brewery

Drinks giant Carlsberg is to close its 186 year-old brewery in Leeds with a loss of up to 170 jobs.

Martell gets modern makeover from Pernod

Pernod Ricard wants to "modernise" its French cognac brand Martell with the aide of a UK-wide ad campaign.

Diageo gives Baileys biggest ever ad push

Diageo is launching its biggest ever advertising campaign for Baileys this week, as it seeks to drive sales in the Christmas run-up.

S&N withdraws Miller Beer from UK market

Scottish & Newcastle (S&N) is to stop making Miller Beer in the UK and channel its efforts into boosting sales of Miller Genuine Draft.

United Brands makes premium addition to portfolio

United Brands has announced Godfrey's Schnapps as the latest addition to its premium portfolio.

Corona Extra to sponsor major film festival

Corona Extra is to sponsor a major national festival showcasing up and coming film makers in the UK.

InBev unveils TV ad for 4% Stella Artois

InBev UK has unveiled the TV ad that will launch its 4% variant of Stella Artois to consumers.

NZ wine brand bids for fashion first

Fledgling New Zealand wine producer Invivo has partnered with a New York art gallery as it bids to position itself as a "fashionable" wine brand.

Demand soaring for sparkling English wines

The popularity of sparkling English wines is on the up, with demand predicted to outstrip supply six times over in the run-up to Christmas. Text

Diageo announces Christmas plans for Gordon's

Diageo will capitalise on its partnership with Gordon Ramsay to drive awareness of Gordon's gin over Christmas.

JD Wetherspoon "encouraged" by sales lift

Pub chain JD Wetherspoon has said it is confident for the year ahead, after reporting a like-for-like sales increase of 1.5% in the 13 weeks to 26 October.

AFW launches hunt for sommelier of the year

The Academy of Food & Wine (AFW) has launched a search for the UK sommelier of the year.

Wines in the Press: Sweet sherry and brilliant Bordeaux

Pernod ploughs £1m into Campo Viejo push

Pernod Ricard is launching a £1 million ad campaign to push its Campo Viejo Rioja wine brand.