Alcohol
Branding and Packaging: How Does the Former Influence the Latter of an Alcohol Brand
Developing a customer base with new production is a common solution but a risky process, and not every company can afford it. On the other hand, shifting into a new process is the first sign of your business failure.
Shakespeare Distillery launches new Jubilee Gin!
Shakespeare Distillery has launched a new Jubilee Gin on 12 May to coincide with the celebrations around the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee which will see the nation and commonwealth mark this truly unique and historic moment.
5 boozy vegan cocktail recipes to try this summer
Summer is well underway. The weather is improving, nights are lighter, and the Euros have kickstarted garden party after garden party. Following this last year in lockdown, many of us have become accustomed to creating our own drinks to make up for a lack of carefully crafted cocktails in our favourite bars with fancy mixers and additions.
Does whisky go bad?
So you have this bottle of whisky sitting in your cupboard for many years and now you’re wondering if it’s still any good.
Get on board with the rise of gin distilleries
In the past few years, the popularity of gin has soared, and the beverage has become a fashionable choice for drinkers old and young.
Don't be a damson in distress this winter
Craft distiller Durham Distillery has launched its brand new winter liqueur, Damson, Blackberry and Ginger, further boosting its range of bespoke gin, liqueurs and vodka.
Durham Cask Aged Gin - aged to perfection
Craft distiller Durham Distillery has launched a limited release Durham Cask Aged Gin, with just over 1,000 bottles produced, signed by head distiller Jess Tomlinson.
Newcastle: the best places to drink in the toon
With a stunning quayside, unparalleled nightlife, and picturesque settings, Newcastle Upon Tyne is one of the best weekends away that you’ll ever have.
Durham Distillery - the real deal handcrafted small-batch distillery
Craft distiller Durham Distillery has launched its brand new Strawberry and Pink Pepper liqueur, boosting its bespoke range of gin and vodka.
Survey reveals over a third of 18-26s do not drink: Is the drinking culture changing?
There's a popular perception that young adults down alcohol more frequently than any other demographic.
Beaches, booze and barbecues: The recipe for the perfect summer
Six barbecues, nine days sunbathing, three packets of hayfever tablets and two jugs of Pimm’s - those are the ingredients of the typical British summer, according to new research.
Island Records launches Session IPA beer with its own playlists
Legendary record label Island Records are launching an exciting new music inspired beer to the UK craft beer market.
Lager struggles to retain its fizz as usage drops to a half of Brits
It seems that Britain’s lager segment is struggling to retain its fizz, as it faces particularly strong competition from the rising popularity of ales and bitters, whose success has been fuelled by the craft beer boom. Indeed, new research from market intelligence agency Mintel reveals that 49% of Brits drank lager in 2015, down from 54% in 2014.
Brits aged under 35 are the most likely to drink gin
Whilst the ‘gin revival’ has been in full swing for a number of years, younger consumers are now really ‘be-gin-ning’ to drive this spirit to new heights.
Britain on the wagon
While alcoholic drinks remain a core part of many adults’ food and drink repertoires, new research from Mintel reveals almost one in five (17%) British drinkers expect to reduce their consumption over the next year, with saving money being the number one reason for cutting back.