High-alcohol cocktails are being replaced in drinkers’ affections by more indulgent drinks, elaborate combinations and lighter versions. That is among the topline findings from The Mixed Drinks Report, the annual survey of the market by CGA Strategy. It reveals sophisticated and lower strength drinks like the Pornstar and Espresso Martini have risen in popularity among … [Read more...]
More investment for Camden Town Brewery
Camden Town Brewery exceeded its £1.5 million Crowdcube target some time back – it now stands at over £2 million raised, and remains open to investors until 21 April. A massive success. Last week, Camden Town announced the new valuation of the brewery in relation to interest from outside investors: a small group of investors (reported to be a Belgian manufacturing family) … [Read more...]
Stonegate strengthens Operations Team
Following the recent appointment of Tim Cullum as Managing Director for Stonegate’s Branded Bars and Venues business, Stonegate has made a number of senior appointments. Nick Andrews Nick Andrews is appointed Managing Director for the Traditional Pubs business. Andrews joins the business on 3 June from Mitchells & Butlers, where he is currently Brand Operations … [Read more...]
Fuller’s celebrates 170 years with Anniversary Ale
Fuller, Smith & Turner P.L.C., the London brewer and premium pub company, has brought out a new, limited edition brew to commemorate its 170th year in brewing. Fuller’s 170th Anniversary Celebration Ale is a seven per cent bottle-conditioned beer. Orange peel is added towards the end of the brewing process, to complement the citrus notes from Fuller’s trademark … [Read more...]
Yates’s revitalised food and drink menu
Yates’s have revived their customer offer, in time for the warmer weather. The new food and drink menu, launching in ten of Yates’s iconic sites, is now available. The menu sees buttermilk chicken and waffles with maple syrup joining the breakfast menu alongside ‘The Cowboy’ – barbecue baked beans, bacon, chorizo and a fried egg. Meat lovers can enjoy the new buffalo … [Read more...]