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The winning formula: Antica Formula launches cocktail competition

Bartenders from across the UK will put their mixology skills to the test in a cocktail competition showcasing the versatility of Antica Formula, the original Italian vermouth.
At stake is the chance for four regional winners to enjoy an exclusive VIP trip to Milan to visit the Fratelli Branca Distillery, where Antica Formula is still made to the original 1786 recipe.

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Tesco listing for Tails Cocktails

John Porter

Cocktail enthusiasts are raising a glass to Tesco after the UK’s biggest retailer listed the Tails range of premium pre-mixed cocktails in 290 stores. The move brings some of the most popular cocktail bar favourites into the at-home market for the first time. The Tails range is crafted in collaboration with global cocktail experts including mixologists, master distillers and flavour experts, and made with premium spirits and ingredients.

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Pub-goers looking for a ‘One Stop Shop’ online

John Porter

Pub customers want a ‘one stop shop’ single online solution to keep them informed about pubs in their area and encourage them to visit.
The findings, from new research commissioned by useyourlocal.com, are a clear message to the pub sector that cross-industry co-operation is the key to building loyalty and increasing trade for both pub operators and brand owners.

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Menu ‘Spring Clean’ essential to tackle food inflation, warns Lynx Purchasing

John Porter

Foodservice operators will need to rethink many core menu items in order to protect their business from inflation and other rising costs in the months ahead, warns buying specialist Lynx Purchasing.
The newly-published Spring 2017 edition of the Lynx Purchasing Market Forecast comes as the eating-out sector gears up for a challenging year. Included for the first time is ‘the Lynxometer’, analysis of a basket of goods routinely bought by hospitality and catering operators which shows a 9% year-on-year increase between March 2016 and March 2017.

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Southern Comfort Southern Swizzle cocktail

Hi-Spirits welcomes Tales of the Cocktail to Edinburgh

John Porter

Hi-Spirits is bringing a selection of its leading brands out in force when the Tales of the Cocktail festival comes to Edinburgh in April. Southern Comfort, Buffalo Trace, Fernet Branca and Brooklyn Gin will all have a high-profile presence during Tales of the Cocktail on Tour, a five-day celebration of cocktail culture which runs in Edinburgh from 1- 5 April.

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Sekforde Bespoke Botanical Mixers for rum and whiskey

Sekforde mixers unlock the flavours of dark spirits

John Porter

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Act Now To Tackle Inflation Impact, Warns Lynx Purchasing at Pub 17

John Porter

Operators need to take action to tackle the impact of food and drink inflation on their business, warns buying specialist Lynx Purchasing. The Lynx team will be at Pub 17 on 7 and 8 February to advise operators on ways to manage costs.
The new year has seen a wake-up call delivered to many pubs and bars in the form of supplier invoices for products bought during the key trading month of December, while impending price rises for many fresh produce prices as a result of bad weather in Europe have added to the challenges facing the sector.

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Make this Valentine’s Day the Bees Knees with Brooklyn Gin

John Porter

Brooklyn Gin is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day by encouraging everyone to enjoy a classic Bees Knees cocktail, whether or not they’re currently part of a couple.
UK distributor Hi-Spirits is working with pubs, bars and restaurants to add the cocktail, which combines the New York craft gin with honey and lemon, to drinks menus on February 14.

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Hogs Back Brewery launched London's Outback Golden Pale Ale in cans

Hogs Back Brewery expands can range with London’s Outback

John Porter

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Deadline extended for International Brewing & Cider Awards

John Porter

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Brakspear reaches finals of pub competition

John Porter

Henley-based Brakspear has been shortlisted for two titles in the Publican Awards 2017, a national competition that rewards the best operators in the UK pub industry. The company is through to the finals for Best Accommodation Operator and Best New Pub or Bar, winners of which will be announced in March.

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Food and drink being served to customer at Peach Pubs venue The Thatch, Thame

Act Now To Tackle Inflation Impact, Warns Lynx Purchasing

John Porter

Operators need to get 2017 off to the right start by taking urgent action to tackle the impact of food and drink inflation on their business, warns buying specialist Lynx Purchasing. January will see a wake-up call delivered to many restaurants, pubs and hotels in the form of supplier invoices for products bought during the key trading month of December.

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