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Sales of low alcohol beer continue to froth
Are low alcohol beers changing the character of pubs as we know them, and what does it mean for the future of cask ale? A YouGov survey shows a rise i...
’Spoons founder knighted
The founder of the JD Wetherspoon pub chain and its chairman Tim Martin has been knighted in the New Year Honours list. Now with more than 800 pubs, ’...
Purity follows Black Sheep into Breal group
The assets of the Alcester, Warwickshire-based Purity Brewing Co have been acquired by the Breal Group for an undisclosed sum. The surprise deal was c...
Beer is good for your health
Drinking beer could be good for your gut and immune system, according to the latest research. Scientists found drinking pints in moderation could be b...
Tap Social seeks cash for growth
Oxford-brewer Tap Social Movement has launched a crowdfunding campaign to support its next growth stage and enable it to continue offering life-changi...
Bass back on bars
Readers may recall serious issues with the supply of the iconic Burton-brewed draught Bass after the lockdown ended. In 2021, this was widely attribut...
New parliamentary Session
There are celebrations at a Sussex brewery whose beer is now being sold in the Houses of Parliament. Session Ale, at 3.7 per cent ABV, from Three Acre...
Ringwood to close after sale failure
Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company’s (CMBC) plans to sell its Ringwood brewery in Hampshire have foundered and the operation is now set to close. The...
Tough trading and rising costs see brewery numbers fall
After a decade-long boom has the UK’s craft beer scene has fallen on hard times? Tough trading conditions and rising costs have meant overall brewery...
Apprentices’ Secret Santa special
Four of St Austell brewery’s apprentices have joined together to create a special Christmas beer to round off a successful 2023. Secret Santa was desi...
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