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NewsMinimum pricing: the 'death' of white cider
The government’s plans for minimum pricing on alcohol will be the death knell for white cider, a leading cidermaker has admitted.
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NewsHalewood launches Faith grape drink
An adult soft drink made with traditional wine grapes has been created by Crabbie’s owner Halewood International.
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NewsMolson Coors warns of weather threat to UK barley... and beer
Britain’s supply of beer is at risk from the unseasonably hot weather, one of the UK’s biggest brewers has warned.
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NewsKopparberg strips out fruit for major push on apple cider category
Swedish brand Kopparberg - best known for its fruit ciders - has shifted its sights to the apple market…
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NewsWestons eyes £100m sales via Stowford Press off-trade push
Westons Cider is raising the profile of its Stowford Press brand, with off-trade distribution a particular focus…
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Analysis & FeaturesIs there a thirst to fight minimum pricing?
Some retailers and brewers may have decided to work with the government but the industry may still mount a legal challenge.
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NewsA supplier's Inspired attempt to take boxed wines more upmarket
A new wine supplier is hoping to take boxed wine upmarket with premium three-litre packs.
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NewsFoster's rolls out 330ml Stubby packs
Heineken is expanding its Foster’s line-up with a 330ml can dubbed the Foster’s Stubby.
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NewsMagners ads reveal the brand's dark side
Magners has launched its summer advertising push this week with a new TV ad inspired by darkness.
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NewsAle urges Brits to Keep Calm and Celebrate
Spitfire Premium Kentish Ale will be rolled out in May in limited-edition celebration livery.
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NewsStrong industry support for alcohol reduction commitment
As reported in The Grocer last month, a billion units of alcohol will be shed by the alcohol industry as part of the Responsibility Deal.
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NewsCameron to push ahead on minimum booze pricing
The government will today announce plans to plough ahead with minimum pricing for alcohol in England and Wales, despite huge opposition from the industry.
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New loss for Sainsbury’s wine team
Sainsbury’s has lost a further member of its wine team, with buyer David Peek leaving…
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NewsJeremiah Weed brew given boost by Diageo
Diageo is ramping up off-trade distribution of its Jeremiah Weed brews.
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NewsFrench wines urged to put the consumer first
Wine brands have been told to follow other grocery categories in putting the shopper first.
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NewsWhitehall waging war on wine abvs
A plan to target middle-class shoppers with a new generation of lower-alcohol wines is set to be launched by the industry and the government in a bid to combat binge drinking, The Grocer can reveal.
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NewsFirst Cape offers 50cl to counter rising costs
Wine producers are increasing their use of lower abvs and smaller bottles to hit lower price points.
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Jubilee inspires new summer drinks lines
Producers are gearing up for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with some essentially English launches.
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It's cheaper to drink at home, says Bargain Booze
Bargain Booze has kicked off an in-store campaign to highlight how much cheaper it is to drink wine at home.
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Comment & Opinion
Minimum pricing would create a traffic jam behind Cameron's police car
Strange but true. In depriving workers the right to strike, in a dispute over pay and conditions, a Lithuanian court this week…