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It's still January and I'm already in a smokehouse surrounded by beer
Tucked away in an industrial estate in Langworthy, Salford, Hideaway Brewing Co. and Rusty's Southern Barbeque might not be on everyone's foodie radar - but maybe they should be. Between craft beer and meaty, messy BBQ, this spot is all about doing…
Beer Hour: Derek Prentice MBE
Derek Prentice MBE is known widely across the industry as one of London's most experienced brewers. Decorated him with Lifetime Achievement Awards and an MBE, he is, as many will attest, a bit of a legend. Jessica Mason reports. In 1968 and still a…
Great American Beer Fest to move outdoors
DENVER — Unlike wine connoisseurs, beer drinkers typically don't let their brews breathe after they crack open a can. But the organizers of one of the craft beer industry's biggest annual events have decided that a little fresh air is just…
The Brewery That Video Games Built
The Monolith is Blind Enthusiasm's purpose-built brewery, designed to capture wild microbes to ferment beers with a true sense of place. Courtesy of Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company Of the thousands of new breweries that have opened in North…
Booze bosses warn prices will rise as alcohol duty increase comes into force
News from The City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Wine and spirits bosses have warned that firms…
New Super Bowl ad teams Post Malone with Whitney Houston - and beer
Post Malone returns to the Super Bowl in a new ad for Bud Light, and this time, he's joined by the voice of the late Whitney Houston. In the spot, released on Friday, Posty attends a wedding with Peyton Manning and comedian Shane Gillis. When he…
These 5 Boston restaurants received all-alcohol licenses under new legislation
Boston's Licensing Board this week approved the first batch of restaurant and bar applications seeking to transfer their beer and wine licenses for a coveted all-alcohol license. The department, which doles out food and beverage licenses to the…
Booze bosses warn prices will rise as alcohol duty increase comes into force
Wine and spirits bosses have warned that firms “have no choice but to increase prices” to stay afloat as an increase to alcohol duty comes into force. In November's autumn budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed that alcohol duty…
Cost of pint to rise under new alcohol duty changes
Wine and spirits industry leaders have issued a stark warning that businesses 'have no choice but to increase prices' to remain viable, as a significant rise in alcohol duty takes effect. The increase, confirmed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in…
Shane Gillis, Post Malone, Peyton Manning Fall for Bud Light in Latest Super Bowl Commercial
People are really falling for Bud Light this year. A new 30-second Super Bowl ad for the Anheuser-Busch mainstay aims to get viewers laughing as Shane Gillis, Post Malone and Peyton Manning attend a wedding where the entourage and guests tumble…
HEINEKEN completes acquisition of FIFCO's beverage and retail businesses
HEINEKEN completes acquisition of FIFCO's beverage and retail businesses The closing of the landmark transaction reinforces HEINEKEN's strategic position in Central America and unlocks significant new growth opportunities. Amsterdam, January 30…
Budweiser unveils patriotic new Super Bowl ad honoring 'deep-rooted American heritage
Budweiser recently unveiled its patriotic, Americana-themed ad for this year's Super Bowl — with the company once again part of the big game's advertising lineup. This year's 'American Icons' commercial commemorates Budweiser's 150th…
Are these the best low-alcohol wines to help you avoid a hangover?
You've heard of session ales – they taste just like a normal beer, but with a lower alcohol content – but have you heard of session wines? Wine is typically between 11% and 15% ABV, which can be a bit too punchy for many occasions.
Primary teacher took mints to hide drinking in class
A primary school teacher drank during lessons and took mints to cover it up. Steven Ward, 41, drank repeatedly during class while working at Southwark Primary School in Basford, Nottingham. Ward was seen by witnesses in his class “drinking…
Best Day Brewing CEO: Dry January can 'fundamentally change your life'
Tate Huffard is CEO of Best Day Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer company based in Sausalito. New Year's resolutions don't have to last all year to be considered a success. And for the nearly 30% of drinking age Americans who were expected to take part…
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