A pub that is both new and steeped in tradition has thrived despite drinking holes across the UK closing at an alarming rate. According to the Campaign for Real Ale's latest figures, 27 UK pubs close every week. Yet the £1.5 million The Millstone Hare at Dallas Burston Polo Club in Southam, Warwickshire, is proving a hit with drinkers and diners – in part due to the … [Read more...]

Significant cuts in US beer duty will save British beer exporters £7.2 million, and have been welcomed by the BBPA. Taxes are being reduced by $2 per US barrel for all brewers exporting to the US from the UK. The UK exports 3.4 million barrels to the US each year – our largest export market. Through a new beer export strategy recently launched by the BBPA, the industry … [Read more...]

  Tapas Revolution’s highly anticipated Lounge & Sangria Bar has opened this December - inspired by the lively, dynamic bars in Spain; it is set to become Newcastle’s latest drinking destination. The new bar takes inspiration from Chef Omar Allibhoy’s hometown Madrid, a city that has more bars per capita than any other city in Europe. Omar has worked with local … [Read more...]

Aaron brings over sixteen years' experience with him to the Callooh Callay team. Having started his career in Dublin, Aaron has been at the forefront of the cocktail revival in Ireland for over a decade, holding many notable positions in the country, including Bacardi Brand Ambassador for Ireland, as well as General Manager at a number of high-profile bars including Opium Bar … [Read more...]