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Free beers for former BrewDog employees and Equity Punks
14+ hour, 23+ min ago (280+ words) by Darren | Thursday, 2 April, 2026 | Beer and Cider News "This release isn't just about beer," says the brewer. "For a lot of people, two men and a dog started something that once stood for something bigger than the liquid in the…...
Packaging trends, and the arrival of the 250ml can
18+ hour, 17+ min ago (544+ words) by Darren | Thursday, 2 April, 2026 | Beer and Cider News, Brewers Association, International News The UK launch of a new beer in a new packaging format, from a well-known independent US craft brewery this month, presents a good opportunity to explore the…...
Round-up: Brew York, Dolphin, Double-Barrelled, and more...
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (867+ words) by Darren | Wednesday, 1 April, 2026 | Beer and Cider News, Pubs and Bars News A chocolately stout with marshmallow sweetness and smooth oak-aged depth, Rock E Road Star is a new 8.5% ABV rocky road milk stout from Brew York. Aromas of dark…...
National silver for Powderkeg helles lager
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (238+ words) by Darren | Wednesday, 1 April, 2026 | Beer and Cider News The award recognises Harmony as one of the very best lagers in the country, and builds on Powderkeg's long track record of success at the top level, including'world's best lager'for Cut Loose…...
Two Publican Awards for Urban Pubs & Bars
1+ week, 10+ hour ago (175+ words) by Darren | Thursday, 26 March, 2026 | Pubs and Bars News Held at Evolution London and hosted by Rylan Clark, the ceremony welcomed more than 1,500 industry professionals to celebrate excellence across the UK pub and bar sector. "To be recognised with both best…...
Record-breaking numbers for BeerX this year
1+ week, 1+ day ago (508+ words) by Darren | Wednesday, 25 March, 2026 | Beer and Cider News, Business News The annual BeerX trade show, in Liverpool, is organised by the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA). It attracts brewers and brewery employees, beer buyers and industry professionals to…...
Portsmouth's Pompey Royal is making a comeback
1+ week, 1+ day ago (278+ words) by Darren | Wednesday, 25 March, 2026 | Beer and Cider News Originally brewed in Portsmouth as Brickwoods Best before becoming Pompey Royal in the late 1970s, the beer developed a loyal following across local pubs. Over the years, the brand has been brewed by…...
Extended Producer Responsibility scheme moves forward
1+ week, 3+ day ago (221+ words) by Darren | Monday, 23 March, 2026 | Beer and Cider News, Business News, Pubs and Bars News UK Packaging PRO'is a producer-led organisation'created to'help'deliver one of the most significant environmental programmes in a generation.'pEPR'is designed to help drive the shift to more…...
Otter Black is official stout of Somerset Cricket
1+ week, 5+ day ago (283+ words) by Darren | Saturday, 21 March, 2026 | Beer and Cider News, Business News Brewed in Devon, Otter Black is a smooth and refreshing stout. Its ingredients are sourced locally. The recipe features flaked and roasted barley from Dartmoor, English Maris Otter malt, and…...
Round-up: Burning Sky, UnBarred, Crafty Devil, DEYA, and more...
2+ week, 1+ day ago (581+ words) by Darren | Wednesday, 18 March, 2026 | Beer and Cider News There are three new brews from Burning Sky, including their first ever no/low brew. Low Life (0.5% ABV) is described as a "No Coast IPA" brewed with Maris Otter, Munich, and Chateau…...