UK gin sales reached a new record in 2019: with Brits buying 83 million bottles worth over £2.6bn ($3.3bn USD). And while the impact of coronavirus on 2020 sales remains unknown, gin has been the best-selling spirit across online platforms during lockdown....
This time last year, consumers wanted drinks that were new and exciting, and sought out variety and an experience. But has coronavirus turned this completely on its head – are consumers now turning back towards familiar and trusted big brands?
A recent survey of US craft brewers suggests that 60% of US craft breweries will close if severe social distancing guidelines aren’t lifted by June. Rabobank talks to the Brewers Association's chief economist to take the pulse of the craft beer business,...
UK speciality craft beer brewing company Green Times Brewing has launched a new CBD alcohol-free IPA. It is also rebranding around its ‘naturally chilled’ motto: hoping to help address stereotypes associated with cannabis.
The ‘status spirits’ market – brands that retail for $100 or more – is growing ahead of the total spirits market: representing more than $8bn in global value. And while the long-term impact of COVID-19 on beverage alcohol is yet to be fully known, status...
The US craft beer category grew 4% in 2019, against the backdrop of a 2% fall in the total beer market. But while small and independent brewers entered 2020 on a strong foundation, they now face 'extreme challenges' as a result of the coronavirus...
An ‘Automated Prosecco Machine’ installed in Central London is in breach of PDO legislation, according to MEP Mara Bizzotto, who says the gimmick is causing ‘huge reputational damage to producers’.
For many, alcohol-free beer or spirits doesn’t ‘feel’ quite right, according to YesMore account director Lolly Watkins. Does CBD have the potential to remedy this issue for consumers?
The Brewers Association (BA), which represents US independent brewers, has released its annual top 50 list according to craft beer sales volume: along with an overall top 50 brewers list.
Last week the US passed a $2.2 trillion stimulus package for economic relief from the coronavirus pandemic. Assistance to small businesses will help craft alcohol producers keep going.
Pernod Ricard has purchased the remaining stake in ultra-premium Black Forest dry gin Monkey 47: following its acquisition of a majority stake in 2016.
Spirits companies around the world are donating alcohol and production facilities to make hand sanitizer. In the US, the Distilled Spirits Council of the US is streamlining efforts in a dedicated portal to connect suppliers, producers and medical professionals....
