We polled 100 of the top 250 bars that recieved votes in our World’s 50 Best Bars 2013 survey. We asked which are the best sellers and which brands are catching the imaginations of consumers for the trending list. Don’t forget to check out the results for gin, vodka, rum, Tequila, liqueurs/bitters, …

He died peacefully this morning (December 18), with his family at his side. The board has appointed acting chairman John Manser as chairman with immediate effect, and has appointed Guy Elliott as senior independent director in succession to John Manser. On behalf of the board of SABMiller, Manser said: “Our thoughts and prayers are with Graham’s wife and family. Graham was one of the most…

Meaning ‘crazy apple’ in Spanish, Manzana Loca is described by the UK drinks company as a product that bridges two expanding drinks categories, flavoured ciders and spirit-flavoured beers and RTDs. The 5.5% ABV blend, which is priced at £5 for a 3x330ml bottle pack, is made in Herefordshire and is recommended to be served chilled from the fridge with a wedge of lime in the neck…

The brewer says freshers from Newcastle University will be taking part in the short course that aims to educate young people about the process of brewing beer, expose them to career opportunities in the fast growing craft beer industry and cultivate a responsible approach to the consumption of alcohol. The beer school session, which begins today (September 26) will be led by BrewDog Newcastle manager,…

Tate Catering, which is part of Tate Enterprises, whose profits go to support the Tate, has teamed up with Sacred Spirits to produce a special edition ‘Tate London Dry Gin’. Each batch is said to be prepared in small quantities in the micro-distillery and has strong notes of cardamom, angelica and liquorice. It will cost £30. The Tate’s exclusive range of beer will be labelled…

One craft beer fan will win an all-expenses paid opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in craft beer-making in the world. The trip includes a round-the-world air ticket, four days working at each brewery learning the tricks of the trade, from brewing and bottling to pulling pints and organising events.  Alongside Meantime, the other breweries taking part include Four Pines Brewing Company…

The West Yorkshire brewed real ale was judged the Supreme Champion over a host of other finalists in seven categories (Bitters, Best Bitters, Strong Bitters, Golden Ales, Milds, Winter Beers, and the Speciality class), including beers from both small microbrewers and large regional brewers.  CAMRA chairman and chairman of the competition, Colin Valentine, said: “It was a really tough decision but Elland 1872 Porter is…