The Great British Drinks Company was formed in January 2026 to back regional craft beer. The deal will save 145 jobs, the brewery and its brands including Purity Brewing Co, Brew By Numbers, Brick Brewery, North Brewing Company, Magic Rock Brewing and Fourpure Brewing Co. Ravi Sharma, co-founder of the Great British Drinks Company, said: “This isn’t just a restoration deal, it’s…
Founded in 2014, the North Yorkshire-based gin producer was established by local businessmen Marcus Black and Mike Carthy. The business also includes a store and experience located in the Montpellier Quarter of Harrogate. Lewis Business Recovery and Insolvency has been instructed to assist with placing the company into administration, with Gareth Lewis and Matthew Russell as joint administrators. The news comes two…
In 2026, the charity aims to extend the reach of its support services to help even more individuals when they need it most. “Throughout 2026, we will encourage industry businesses and individuals to organise fundraising events, raise awareness and contribute to a shared movement that shines a light on the vital work of The Drinks Trust. At a time when our industry continues…
Lawrence Milia brings more than a decade of experience operating at some of the world’s top bars, with 10 years at The Connaught Bar where she covered the role of bar manager. She was also the recipient of Bar Manager of the Year at the 2022 CLASS Bar Awards and listed in the 2022 and 2024 Drinks International Bar World 100 ranking. In…
The move marks GHF’s first brand acquisition and sees Fielden join the group under new ownership. Tristram Coates, founder and chief executive of GHF, said: “We have long admired the Fielden brand and have followed its development closely, believing it to be something truly special. A genuine challenger, doing whisky differently. Fielden has strong credibility with bartenders, retailers and whisky enthusiasts through its…
White takes over from John Colley, executive chairman and chief executive of Enotria owner Majestic Wine Group, who held the role on an interim basis. Colley said: “Phillip has demonstrated what a brilliant operator he is throughout his career, and he brings with him a huge amount of experience and expertise across the on-trade, distribution, supply chain and logistics – all of which…
The partnership will support the bottler’s continued growth as it joins Skylark’s portfolio of rums. “The team at Skylark is driven to elevate the rum category and broaden choice and understanding through authentic, craft and unique rums whilst supporting the trade in stepping away from the over reliance of mainstream rum brands. Their deep category knowledge alongside events, tastings and trade partnerships will help…
The new size will offer bars, hospitality and event partners a scalable draught solution for premium cocktails, including foaming serves such as Espresso Martini, and non-foaming serves such as Peachtree Sex on the Beach. “With the new 20-litre KeyKegs, we take our draught cocktail solution to the next level – specifically for venues that need high throughput, short waiting times and premium quality…
The chair is appointed for a two-year term and leads the association’s council of 16 representatives from member companies, which plays a central role in shaping the strategic direction and policy priorities of the Scotch whisky industry. “Rita’s expertise in commercial excellence and strategy will be crucial as we navigate a challenging period for the Scotch whisky industry. Scotch whisky is being significantly…
Launched in 2021 by Double Dutch co-founders Joyce and Raissa de Haas, the Female Bartending Scholarship was created to empower women working behind the bar and across the wider hospitality industry through education, mentorship and career progression. For 2026, the programme builds on its continued UK success with expanded training, new partnerships and, for the first time, selected free educational content available to…
