Latest Alcohol News
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NewsDrinkaware research shows why stores matter for reaching home drinkers
New Drinkaware report shows the changes in where and how people drink alcohol
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NewsDamm UK joins alcohol industry’s main self-regulator
The Portman Group is to welcome Damm UK as its newest full member
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Product NewsFour Loko launches new range amid ‘growing demand’ for higher abv options
Four Loko unveils a duo of higher-strength ready-to-drink cocktails as part of its new Remix range
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Product NewsHendrick’s unveils first permanent gin in nine years
The gin was inspired by Hendrick’s Master Distiller Lesley Gracie’s love for chocolate and flowers
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Product NewsPeroni launches duo of fruity alcohol-free beers
Peroni expands its Nastro Azzurro 0.0% range with two new fruity variants, Limone di Sicilia and Arancia Rossa
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Product NewsDiageo recruits over 100 field sales roles
Diageo more than doubles its independent on‑trade and convenience team after recruiting over 100 field sales roles
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NewsSoft drinks made up 17.5% of total convenience sales in 2025
Soft drinks accounted for 17.5% of UK convenience store sales in 2025, driven largely by growth in energy and sports products
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Product NewsCarling Black Label returns as standalone lager in the UK
Molson Coors is bringing back Carling Black Label as a separate lager in the UK, reviving a name familiar to UK drinkers until the late 1990s
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Product NewsBrewDog introduces pint-sized cans for first time
BrewDog launches pint-sized cans for the first time, introducing its Lost Lager and Cold Beer in a 568ml format
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Product NewsFrench wine brand Bijou launches into Co-op Wholesale network
French wine brand Bijou launches its rosé into Co-op Wholesale
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NewsWales’ rise in minimum alcohol price will 'hit retailers near English borders'
The Fed warns the 30% increase in MUP for alcohol in Wales will impact retailers trading near English borders
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Product NewsBrewDog to offer free stock in exchange for creative advertising space
BrewDog is offering retailers free stock in exchange for creative advertising spaces
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NewsWorld Cup to drive at-home food and drink occasions as six in 10 plan to celebrate
This year’s World Cup could spark a summer spending boost in convenience stores
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Product NewsAbsolut teams up with Tabasco for spicy vodka collaboration
Absolut has teamed up with Tabasco to launch a spicy vodka inspired by the red pepper sauce.
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Product NewsStuart reports 97% compliance with age-restricted deliveries
Last-mile delivery service Stuart achieves over 97% compliance on age-restricted deliveries following the rollout of its new Challenge 25 technology
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Product NewsJack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola launch new format to ‘fuel growth’
The leading RTD has received a slick new look and refresh across its range
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NewsPotential ban on under-18s buying non-alcoholic drinks would have ‘little impact’
Independent retailers say a potential ban on selling no & low alcoholic drinks to under-18s would have minimal impact on business
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Product NewsNirvana celebrates decade of brewing with limited-edition Mocha Porter
Nirvana celebrates a decade of brewing with a limited-edition launch of a mocha porter
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Product NewsCo-op reveals its £10 Valentine’s dine-in meal deal
Co-op has announced its 2026 Valentine’s dine-in deal for two
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Product NewsRetailer alert issued against Sip N Drip Bubble Yum due to misleading packaging
Retailers have been asked by the Portman Group to stop ordering Sip N Drip’s Bubble Yum