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Heineken is investing £39 million to reopen and refurbish pubs in the UK. The brewing company plans to acquire 62 "long-term closed locals" this year, adding to its 2,400-pub estate. By the end of the year, Heineken aims to have reopened 156 pubs, bringing the number of closed pubs in its estate back to pre-pandemic levels. Pub closures have been on the rise, with 769 businesses entering insolvency in 2023. However, Heineken's investment demonstrates the enduring appeal of pubs and the importance of continued investment in the industry. [Extracted from the article]

Manchester-based brewery Seven Bro7hers has introduced a new fruity beer called Lilt Bit Fruity exclusively for pubs. The beer, inspired by the retro pop drink 'Lilt', is available in draught format and features aromas of pineapple, citrus, and grapefruit. Seven Bro7hers CEO Keith McAvoy stated that there is an increasing demand for fruit-flavored beers, as they offer a refreshing and accessible option for beer drinkers. The brewery aims to provide something new and exclusive to on-trade customers following the challenges faced by pubs and bars in the past year. [Extracted from the article]

St Austell Brewery, in collaboration with ScottishPower, plans to install 300 electric vehicle (EV) chargers in pub car parks across the south-west of England. This initiative aims to increase the number of charging ports in the area, which currently stands at around 450 in Cornwall. St Austell Brewery, known for its beers such as Tribute and Proper Job, is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040 and has already upgraded its company car fleet and installed EV chargers for employees. The partnership with ScottishPower will not only help reduce the brewery's carbon footprint but also create an "electric tourist trail" for visitors to the area. [Extracted from the article]

Sharp's Brewery and Punch Pubs recently collaborated to clean up Crantock Beach in Cornwall. Over 50 members of the community, along with representatives from the Eden Project and local parliamentary officials, participated in the event. The beach clean aligns with Punch's ESG strategy and is part of their "Doing Well By Doing Good" program, which aims to make their businesses more ethical and environmentally friendly. Together, the businesses and volunteers collected over 35kg of waste, which was then sent to Biffa's commodity markets. [Extracted from the article]

The Three B's Micropub in Bridlington, East Yorkshire, has recently won two awards from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) for being the Pub of the Year and Cider Pub of the Year in the Yorkshire Wolds' Branch. The pub, which is located in the town center, was converted from a former sweet shop and can seat 26 guests inside. It serves a variety of cask beers, draught ciders, gins, wines, and soft drinks, with a focus on supporting local independent businesses. The pub also offers homemade food, including sausage rolls, Parkin cake, and pies from a local butcher. The owners, Mark and Cheryl Bates, are pleased with the recognition and are content with the current state of the pub, although they may consider expanding or opening another site in the future. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of pubs maintaining a commitment to real ale in order to differentiate themselves from other establishments. The author highlights their company's success in winning the Best Drinks Offer award at the Publican Awards 2024, attributing it to their dedication to using local micro-brewers and selling cask ale. However, the author acknowledges that cask ale sales are declining in the industry overall, and emphasizes the need for pubs to prioritize the quality and promotion of ale in order to sustain their business. The author suggests that pubs seek assistance from organizations like Cask Marque and local microbrewers to improve their ale offerings. [Extracted from the article]

Everards Brewery, winner of the Best Brewing Pub Company at the 2024 Publican Awards, has successfully transformed its Leicestershire family business by scaling down its brewing operation and focusing on selling its beers through its own tenanted estate. Under the leadership of managing director Stephen Gould, the company has achieved its goals through careful planning and implementation, strong communication, and a commitment to understanding the needs of its pubs and customers. Everards has experienced volume growth and has proven its ability to combine heritage with bold ambition, securing its future as a family brewer. [Extracted from the article]

Independent family brewer and pub company Shepheard Neame has expanded its tenanted estate with the acquisition of a historic seafront pub in the South-East. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The average cost of a pint of draught lager increased 12.5% in the year to October 2023 as pubs and brewers "struggle to survive". [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A freeze on alcohol duty is the "only option" to prevent "inflation-stoking" and "budget-busting" price rises, The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has warned. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

T&R Theakston has started shipping Old Peculier back to the US after a 10-year hiatus. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In a free market economy, Governments help things that are good for society and tax things that aren't. Life should really be that simple. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Weekly drinks sales saw their best performance since September across the seven days to Saturday 4 November, data from CGA has revealed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Loungers boss Nick Collins has expressed his joy at opening four sites since mid-September and confirmed the company's fast-track roll-out plans are on track. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Government needs to recognise and support the important role pubs play in the community, according to the chief executive of a leading family brewer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

US brewers see cask as the pinnacle for beer and the latest craft innovations from the US can work just as well in the traditional dispense method, according to Hook Norton's Andy Thomas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

East London-based Signature Brew, which is known for collaborating with musicians and bands, has launched its third crowdfunding campaign and is overfunding before the first day of the drive is over. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Independent brewer and pub company Hall and Woodhouse has sold soft drinks brand Rio to A.G. Barr for £12.3m. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Keighley-based brewer and pub operator Timothy Taylor's is continuing to invest in cask ale and is celebrating Cask Ale Week in fine style. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article features brewers in Australia that are producing craft beer which are different from the mass-produced tap pours served in the pubs. These brewers include Moon Dog in Abbotsford, Victoria, BrewCult in Derrimut, Victoria, and Young Henrys in Newton, New South Wales. Topics discussed include the increasing interest in the breadth of brewing in Australia as of October 2014, brewers being hosted by wine regions, and traditional brewing techniques.

The brewery has a history of quirky beers, such as the signature Rocky Mountain Oyster Stout, a beer brewed with bull testicles, which are euphemistically referred to as "Rocky Mountain oysters", in Colorado. Colorado maintains a solid reputation for craft beer, but long before extreme hops hit the scene, Wynkoop Brewing Company in downtown Denver churned out great suds and casual fare to go with them. [Extracted from the article]

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) is among many in the industry to call on the Government to allow pubs to serve beer from 10am this Sunday so both pubs and customers can benefit from England reaching the Women's World Cup final. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cheshire-based brewer and pub operator Robinsons Brewery has completed the refurbishment of three tenanted pubs at a cost of £1.25m. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Dorset-based brewer and pub operator Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) has announced a 175% rise in underlying profit before tax in its 2022 financial year ended 28 January 2023. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

One of five parents would not encourage their children to go to university, according to brewer and pub operator Greene King. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Southern-England based pub operator and brewer Young's has acquired three managed sites from Marston's Revere Pub Company. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Brewers from Welsh craft brewery Tiny Rebel took over T&R Theakston's Victorian tower brewery in Masham to produce their own version of renowned cask beer Old Peculier. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Greene King quality control manager Susan Chisholm has worked for Suffolk-based brewer and pub operator Greene King for 45 years so she knows a lot more than most in the business. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Brewer, distiller and pub operator Adnams has put 12 draymen through a BII qualification so they can advise their customers with confidence about how to store, handle and dispense cask ales. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Brewer and pub operator Wadworth has made "excellent progress" on its new brewery and reported a 122% increase in EBITDA in its financial year ended 31 December 2022. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Leicestershire-based brewer and pub operator Everards has reported a £16.4m (109%) increase in turnover compared with 2021. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A hazy pale ale named the best homebrew in the UK is set to hit pubs and bars across the UK after winning a competition run by the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The tenanted and leased sector continues to evolve and the family brewers are not resting on their laurels. Three strong finalists in this category represent the best in the business and are delivering real innovation and powering their partners to succeed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article examines the ways that foreign-owned beer brewers Lion and Carlton and United Breweries are using their dominance to edge out rival Australian brewers away from the local pub sector. The brewers are reportedly being investigated by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for unfair business practices. Also explored are the contract terms that the brewers are offering pub owners to access 80% of their taps.

The introduction of the Deposit Return Scheme for Scottish brewers could be "ruinous" for a number of brewers, according to the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Trade bodies UKHospitality and the British Beer & Pub Association have lamented the sector's position despite a marginal drop in inflation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Kent-based brewer and pub operator Shepherd Neame has become the star of a podcast series hosted by TV presenter and food judge Gregg Wallace. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) has urged the Chancellor to expand the draught duty relief to 20% to help the ailing pubs and brewing sector. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The number of breweries in the UK will no longer be a mystery after the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) launched a tracker that shows how many active brewers there are. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

How are you handling your pricing? The Lock In team tackle the difficult questions as inflation runs rampant - how much can you put your prices up by? [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses how several brewers in Australia are using different ingredients into beer to make innovative flavours. Brewers at Bacchus Brewing Co., Two Birds Brewing and Big Shed Brewing Concern produce a range of creative brews to satisfy customer. Bacchus Brewing Co. makes the chili mud crab beer that is brewed using whole crabs. Big Shed Brewing Concern makes the Golden Stout Time, which is infused with toffee and honeycomb essence.

The majority of pub operators do not think the Autumn Statement announced last week (Thursday 17 November) has gone far enough to help the sector, a flash poll has found. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]