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Murphy&Son and University of Nottingham announce new partnership

Murphy and Son has announced its new partnership with the University of Nottingham’s Centre of Brewing Science, which is set to bring a wealth of benefits for the industry.

Ricky Gervais urges followers to buy vodka made from British apples

The comedian is co-owner of Dutch Barn Vodka, which is made with British apples.

Cider manufacturer Thatchers wins court battle with Aldi

Somerset-based cider producer Thatchers has won a court appeal against supermarket chain Aldi following claims that store had “copycatted” the appearance of manufacturer’s Cloudy Lemon Cider.

Essex community recognised at pub saving awards

The Roxwell Chequers Community Benefit Society, which saved the Chequers Inn in Roxwell, Essex, has been announced the runner-up in the Pub Saving Award 2024 competition.  

Will drinkers be won over by Scandi wines?

Rising global temperatures and the emergence of hardier varieties have seen a rise in the number of vineyards popping up in Denmark and Sweden.

Cumbrian distillery scoops two national awards

Spirits manufacturer Cumbria Distilling Co. has announced its double win at a national gin competition. 

Students from Hartpury University celebrate after making their own cider

The cider, crafted using apples grown on Hartpury’s heritage orchard and blended with locally sourced cider apples, is a product of the hands-on efforts of the agriculture students from Hartpury University, who have been involved in every step of the process. 

New contract winery open in East Anglia

Defined Wine opened a new winery in Suffolk in time for the 2024 harvest, in recognition of rising demand for local winemaking facilities in East Anglia. Deputy editor Sarah Kidby attended the opening.

Best beers of Britain 2024 have been revealed 

Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) has announced the winners of Champion Beer of Britain 2024. 

Budget 2024: Price of wine and spirits increases but pints will be a penny cheaper

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has just announced the rise in prices of wine and spirits, however, pints in pubs will cost a penny less. 

The Good Beer Guide 2025 shows power of protecting pubs across East Anglia  

The Good Beer Guide 2025 has been published today to celebrate pubs across East Anglia and underline the importance of protecting them.

Cider farm that exports to Japan supports local farming community  

A cider producing business in Herefordshire is providing new income streams for neighbouring farmers following the growth of their business.  

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