A rare bright spot at Diageo’s January results presentation was the rising popularity of Guinness, the famous Irish stout that became the UK’s favourite beer last year. CEO Debra Crew said the “Guinnfluencers” on social media were key to the brand’s success. She told reporters that consumption among women had increased by 24 percent, with … Read more
The number of pubs disappearing from communities in England and Wales has risen by a third in the first months of 2024 amid pressure on punters’ budgets, figures show. Official government statistics show that 239 pubs were demolished or converted to other uses in the three months to March 31. It means around 80 pubs … Read more
Research has shown that pints and wines are usually under-consumed as drinkers are urged to demand refills at the bar. Around 70 per cent of orders are less than the prescribed quantity required by the Weights and Measures Order for pints, half-pints and 175ml glasses of wine, the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) research shows. … Read more