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Founded by Tony McGeever, a drinks ambassador and whisky expert, Soho Spirits Festival returns for 2026 for a second year, building on the success of its 2025 debut. Tony is widely recognised in this sector, having run the Soho Whisky Club for many years, and remains enthusiastic about world of spirits. The private members’ club, […]
Alexandru Samoila, operations manager at Connect Vending, a workplace food and beverage experts, explores how premium and functional drinks are changing buying behaviour. The drinks industry has never offered as many choices to consumers as they do now. Cold brew, craft soft drinks, kombucha, protein shakes, low- and no-alcohol options and a growing range of […]
Former accountants, Sophie Neall and Aiden Murray, left the profession in 2024 to produce what is being billed as the UK’s first ready-to-drink Iced Chai Latte containing added prebiotic fibre. Born from co-founder Sophie’s personal exploration of gut wellbeing and the founders’ shared love of chai, they have been working hard to create a product […]
Award-winning tequila cocktail brand Pimentae has expanded into the UK travel hospitality sector – its premium margaritas are available on tap and in take-away formats at major airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, London Luton and Manchester. The premium RTD cocktail brand has been listed with Big Smoke Taphouses at Heathrow Terminal 3 (Oceanic), Heathrow Terminal 5 […]
New data from leading financial advisory and restructuring experts BTG (formerly Begbies Traynor Group) shows that 19% of all of Scotland’s distilleries are facing financial distress. In Scotland, 69 distillers, and a further 217 producers across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, are facing significant or critical financial issues, according to the latest business distress […]
At Hand Crafted Drinks Magazine, I am delighted to introduce Jonathan Cooper, the MD of Sheffield-based The Unlearning Company, who has written an article on the subject of productivity, which is very much in the news. Drawing on his extensive experience in the food industry, including production engineering and training and development roles, his business […]
Passoã, the world’s number one passionfruit liqueur, is marking its 40th anniversary in 2026 with the launch of a new global campaign – Taste the Sunset – designed to inspire bartenders, energise cocktail menus and unlock early-evening occasions. First launched in 1986, Passoã has over the last four decades become synonymous with vibrant colour, tropical […]
Edinburgh-based Rutland Square Spirits has launched its first Chai-Spiced Rum, expanding its signature chai-inspired portfolio and blending Scottish craftsmanship with Indian soul. The launch marks a strategic evolution for the brand, already known for its Chai-Spiced Gin, as it builds a flavour-led spirits portfolio designed for global markets. Crafted in small batches and bottled at […]
Last year we covered the launch of Conscious Cocktail Co, a start-up company launched by Sally Hawkins, and reviewed her excellent range of nature-inspired, ready-to-drink cocktails. Sales are going well for Conscious Cocktail Co, whose range comprises three varieties: Hedgerow Martini, Wild Spritz and Meadow Mojito. Ahead of Valentine’s Day we were re-sent all […]
Throughout January, Surrey-based Hogs Back Brewery is supporting its Tap customers by cutting the 20% VAT charge on all drinks. The “No VAT in the Tap” promotion at the brewery in Tongham, near Farnham, means visitors get 20% off the usual price of drinks, with Hogs Back absorbing the tax. The offer, which runs until […]
