This article first appeared in the Drinks International Global Bar Edition which can be read in full here We are starting to prove that Africa can mix it on the global stage. Ghana, South Africa, Kenya and Egypt all have great outlets to visit and the energy and infrastructure of these scenes – and many more – is growing. Guest shift collaborations from 50 Best venues (1-100)…

The investment will include updates to critical manufacturing equipment, replacing infrastructure, installing new air rinsers on can lines in order to reduce water usage, and upgrading wireless, fibre and copper network connectivity. Ryan Hudgins, senior general manager of the Anheuser-Busch Houston Brewery, said: “We’ve been a proud member of the Texas community for nearly 60 years, and this investment is a testament to…

This year, the competition received entries from over 30 countries, with 28 entrants winning gold medals. Anthony Martin Group was announced as Supreme Champion Brewer, while Greene King’s Level Head Session IPA received Best Can Design in the Design & Packaging category, with six other beers winning medals.  Taste awards The Supreme Champion for taste was chosen from the…

The move comes as Diageo reported sales of its beer brands growing 18% globally over its last fiscal year, driven primarily by the Irish stout. Diageo also reported that between fiscal 22 and 23 female consumption in the UK grew 27% and in Europe the sales of Guinness 0.0 doubled in fiscal 24. Anna MacDonald, Guinness marketing director at Diageo GB,…

The research has revealed that draught sales of Birra Moretti have grown over the last quarter, increasing 9.6% compared to the previous year, with total sales for this period hitting £246.7m.  Veronica Sica, beer brands unit director at Heineken UK, said: “The continuing rise in popularity of Birra Moretti reflects the increased importance of great quality experiences, and therefore a willingness to pay…

Launched in 2019, this year’s Women in Beer Festival is the largest to date, with a programme of learning and training opportunities, networking and community sessions, and tap-takeovers showcasing the women who work in the beer industry.  The festival will launch on Wednesday 23 October with a welcome party at Cold Town House in Edinburgh, before two days of training and conference events…

Japan’s Suntory Holdings was rumoured to be in talks for a possible takeover and “in the early stages” of a deal for the “Samuel Adams owner, which has a market value around $3 billion”, the Wall Street Journal reported. Both companies share a history as Suntory announced a strategic partnership with BBC in 2021, with the brewery to use Suntory-owned spirits in BBC’s portfolio…