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A guide to the world of gluten-free beer
It's Coeliac Awareness Month, marking five years since Finchampstead's Siren Craft Brew started brewing gluten-free beer as part of its core range. Getting together for a...
The opportunities for growth in pub accommodation
Consumers love the special atmosphere, food, and welcome they get when they stay at pubs — but there’s potential to attract many more guests. Those are among the key...
Brewers’ sales and margins are squeezed
UK brewers have seen a dramatic decline in both their sales and margins, reflecting the challenges facing independents in the industry. New figures show that average sales...
‘Sustainability can be good for the planet and for business’
In light of the new Budget and carbon commitments from the government, Zero Carbon Services are urging hospitality businesses to leverage climate action to reduce rising...
Packaging experts unbox new consumer findings
As online shopping continues to increase in popularity across generations, consumers’ expectations of packaging and delivery are growing, according to a new survey....
Hygiene boost for Alfa Laval heat exchangers
Alfa Laval has introduced a new line of hygienic gasketed plate heat exchangers (GPHE), optimising productivity while upholding stringent hygiene standards. "Maintaining...
Crisp Malt takes its recycling project a stage further
Crisp Malt has launched a second recycling programme for its customers, offering an industry-first solution to recycling waste malt sacks in bulk. The Freight Recycling...
Charles Faram takes its Hop Walk on tour
More than 360 brewers gathered over six days to absorb themselves into the intensity of the 2024 hop harvest and innovations courtesy of Charles Faram. The hop merchant has,...