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Beer and Cider News Articles
New collaboration for Loch Lomond and Castle Rock
Loch Lomond Brewery has partnered with Castle Rock on a new teacake stout to be launched primarily in cask, with a limited keg release. Left to right: Alex Handford, sales...
Scottish Beer Awards: here’s the nominees
Finalists have been announced for the Scottish Beer Awards 2026. The winners will be announced on 6th October at the Beer Matters Conference in Glasgow. Winners at a...
Brewlab can now offer brewing apprenticeships
Brewlab have announced that they are adding brewing apprenticeships to their professional training portfolio, delivered from their base in Sunderland. Over the past 40...
Anniversary pALEgrimage boosts air ambulance funds
Beer lovers from across the Tees Valley raised their glasses — and thousands of pounds — for the Great North Air Ambulance Service during the annual pALEgrimage, which this...
Alcohol-free pale becomes brewer’s best seller
Alcohol-free Shorebreak hazy pale ale has overtaken Helles Beach Cornish Lager (4.4% ABV) to become Firebrand's biggest selling beer. Over the past 12 months, Shorebreak has...
Damm launches alcohol-free Old Speckled Hen
Damm UK is launching an alcohol-free variant of the Old Speckled Hen brand, which it recently acquired from Greene King. Offering the beer's signature malty taste with hints...
One More Round: not just another pub guide
Award-winning author and broadcaster Jonny Garrett has announced the publication of his fifth book, One More Round, on 1st October. It's a personal journey through some of...
Castle Rock confirms move to new site
Castle Rock Brewery has confirmed it is moving to an historic brewing premises in Old Basford, Nottingham, formerly the base of brewery supplies specialist Murphy & Son....